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USDA Awards Nearly $15 Million IN HBIIP Grants To Iowa Fuel Stations, Including Lake City, Dow City, And Casey’s Locations
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has awarded nearly $17 million in grants to 246 Iowa retail locations as part of its Higher Blends Infrastructure Incentive Program (HBIIP), including several here in the listening area. The funds, announced last week by Secretary Tom Vilsack, are part of a larger $90.3 million initiative across 26 states to upgrade fueling infrastructure to expand consumer access to biofuel blends like E15 and B20. Iowa Renewable Fuels Association Executive Director Monte Shaw says, “Iowa retailers are really stepping up to benefit all Iowans by providing consumers with cleaner-burning, lower-cost, better-quality fuel options at the pump. E15 can save consumers 10 to 25 cents per gallon. With Iowa’s E15 Access Standard taking effect on Jan. 1, 2026, programs like HBIIP and the Iowa Renewable Fuels Infrastructure Program (RFIP) provide tools to help Iowa retailers prepare. IRFA is encouraged by the number of retailers who are actively working to meet the deadline to expand the availability of homegrown biofuels while providing a boost to the economy.” HBIIP provides cost-share grants to significantly increase the sales and use of ethanol and biodiesel. On average, each grant dollar has leveraged four dollars in private investment, further boosting the state’s economy. Morrow’s Standard Service of Lake City will receive a $377,250 grant for infrastructure installation, which is expected to increase biofuels sales at the location by 190,000 gallons per year. Ettleman’s Town and Country in Dow City will receive $648,900 with an estimated annual impact of 228,854 gallons per year. Casey’s was awarded $3,519,825 for dispensers at 194 stations around the state. A link to the list of all Iowa recipients is included with this story on our website.
Summer Arts and Rec Programs Are a Hit
Arts and recreation programs remain a Sioux Center staple with more than 1,200 people involved this summer. Over 250 people joined Sioux Center Arts programs this year. The Missoula Children’s Theatre performed Treasure Island with the help of 64 Sioux Center kids. Over 100 people participated in drama and art camps and 80 in the Summer Celebration musical, The Sound of Music. This summer’s musical had the largest cast and more people involved than ever before. The Sound of Music sold out all five performances.
Sonderman, Berglund, Wagoner in top 5 of first IATC Rankings
(KMAland) -- The Iowa Association of Track & Cross Country Coaches has released its first individual rankings of the 2024 season. The rankings feature three KMAlanders in the top five. Harlan's Lindsey Sonderman is the top KMAlander, coming in at No. 2 in 3A. Clarinda's Kyle Wagoner is the top...
Iowa Staff Sergeant is being honored with Iowa Medal of Merit
OSKALOOSA, Iowa — On Sunday, Iowa National Guard Staff Sergeant Nicolas Darland received the Iowa Medal of Merit. Staff Sergeant Nicolas Darland performed lifesaving CPR on his co-worker Nathan Kessler back in December of 2023. SSG Darland says his military training and 12-year career contributed to his effective response. Sunday, Darland received the award at […]
Explosion Helps Prepare Railroad Bridge In Sioux City For Demolition
Explosive charges break up the collapsed bridge near Sioux City. (photo) Sioux City, Iowa — Work began Monday morning to remove a railroad bridge in Sioux City that collapsed in June during flooding on the Big Sioux River. Charges were set off on the span of the bridge that...
Doctor of Occupational Therapy Program at Briar Cliff University Resets Tuition Rates
Following the enrollment of the inaugural class in June 2023 for Briar Cliff University's Doctor of Occupational Therapy program, the Board of Trustees recently approved a tuition reset. Additionally, the program has achieved candidacy status for accreditation and is on track to receive full accreditation by December 2025. The new...
X-tra exciting win: Sioux City plates eight runs in bottom of eighth inning to secure 16-13 win over Kansas City
SIOUX CITY, Iowa (KCAU) – Attached are the highlights and score of the Sioux City Explorers home game against the Kansas City Monarchs on August 19th, 2024: Sioux City 16, Kansas City 13
Stroup’s Five Homers, Marman’s Four Saves Earn Them Weekly Awards
Chicago Dogs infielder Dusty Stroup and Sioux City Explorers closer Kyle Marman won the American Association’s Pointstreak batter and pitcher of the week for the week ending 8/18, the league announced Monday. Stroup was a model of consistency this week, hitting a home run in five consecutive games. He...
Candy drop at figure-8 for autism awareness
PRIMGHAR—The Caskey family is racing toward raising awareness for autism in Primghar and beyond. At the Primghar Jaycees Figure-8 Race on Saturday, Aug. 24, the Caskeys and others will deliver a sweet surprise to race-goers. “We have 60 pounds of candy that we’re going to throw, and essentially it’s...
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