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Google investing another $1 billion into Council Bluffs data center
COUNCIL BLUFFS, Iowa (WOWT) - Google announced an additional investment Tuesday into the Council Bluffs Data Center and nearby water preservation efforts. In this announcement, Google pledged another $1 billion expansion into the data center, in addition to $1.3 million going toward water preservation and conservation efforts in the Missouri River valley.
MidAmerican Energy warns customers of utility repair scams
COUNCIL BLUFFS, Iowa (WOWT) - MidAmerican Energy has issued a warning to their customers concerning potential scams targeted at their customers. According to an official post on X/Twitter, scammers are attempting to charge customers for the restoration of electricity and natural gas services should they be along the areas affected by the flooding along the Missouri river.
Iowa caregiver pleads guilty to stealing thousands from client with disability
COUNCIL BLUFFS, Iowa (WOWT) - A Council Bluffs caregiver who was scheduled to go on trial this week for financially exploiting a client entered a plea agreement Monday. Theresa Sanchez, 53, pleaded guilty in Pottawattamie County Court to one count of first-degree theft and one count financial exploitation of an older individual. Council Bluffs Police arrested Sanchez in February, accusing her of stealing more than $11,000 from an individual in her care who has intellectual disabilities.
America’s SBDC Iowa announces new Regional Director
AMES, Iowa – America’s SBDC Iowa (SBDC) has announced that Elizabeth Christensen is the new Regional Director for the Iowa Western SBDC at Iowa Western Community College, located in Council Bluffs. Elizbeth Christensen will advise and train entrepreneurs and existing business owners in Pottawattamie, Shelby, Harrison, Page, Mills, Cass and Fremont counties. Elizabeth started in early June and is excited to continue supporting western Iowa businesses.
Western Iowa Braces for Flash Floods and Tornadoes This Afternoon
Des Moines, IA – Severe weather is expected to hit western and central Iowa this afternoon, with the National Weather Service (NWS) in Des Moines issuing a Level 3 risk for damaging winds, flash floods, and possible tornadoes. The primary threats will be in effect from 2 PM to 10 PM, affecting areas such as Des Moines, Sioux City, and Council Bluffs.
More Storms In Omaha/Council Bluffs Area Expected Tuesday
Another round of severe weather and flash flooding appears possible again Tuesday, especially for locations along and south of I-80. Thunderstorms are expected to develop in the noon to two p.m. timeframe with all hazards possible. The storms will move out of the area Tuesday evening. The Omaha Office of...
City of Papillion closes recreation areas until further notice after Tuesday morning's heavy rain
PAPILLION, Neb. — The city of Papillion said its recreation areas areclosed until further notice due to flooding. The city said its creek and lake levels are "very high" after storms brought heavy rain to the Omaha area overnight. Officials shared pictures of the flooded roads, trails and park...
TWitM: Rave rakes, plus Kudrna’s career day
This Week in the Minors is our weekly look at notable performances from all over the system, from big-name prospects and less-heralded guys alike. The mission is to answer this simple question: “Who had a good week?”. This Week in the Minors: Tuesday, June 25 to Sunday, June 30.
Flood-prevention efforts underway in Bellevue near Offutt AFB
BELLEVUE, Neb. (WOWT) - Overnight storms pushed the Missouri River a bit higher in the Bellevue area, preventing officials from reopening a flood gate in the flowing into the Brown River and Mud Creek. Heavy rains overnight and throughout the day Tuesday caused Mud Creek to flow over its banks,...
Man accused of stabbing Uber driver, attempted to rob Omaha dollar store pleads no contest
OMAHA, Neb. — A man accused of stabbing an Uber driver and attempting to rob an Omaha dollar store reached a plea deal. William Dimas II pled no contest to attempted robbery, first-degree false imprisonment and use of a deadly weapon. According to court documents, prosecutors dropped three charges.
Melanin Market celebrates minority-owned businesses and connects them to the community
OMAHA, Neb. — An Omaha couple saw a lack of diversity among shop vendors, so they did something about it. "We wanted to fill a void," said Ty Nared. She and her husband, Dell, co-founded Melanin Market Omaha to support and celebrate minority-owned businesses. As a recent recipient of...
Teen suspect in Omaha homicide changes plea
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - A suspect in a murder reported last August is changing his plea. Homicide suspect Juan Velasquez was 17 years old when he was originally charged with the first-degree murder of 43-year-old Juan Carlos Tobar-Abarca, who was found dead in West Omaha last summer. Velasquez, arrested in...
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