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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.
Back to the Ballfields Event in Atlantic set for August 31st
(Atlantic) Back to the Ballfields will be held at the Atlantic Sports Complex on August 31st. Devin Hogue said this event started last year after the fireworks got rained out on the 4th of July. He said the first event went extremely well, so now they plan to make this an annual event.
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 […]
Paypal awards credit after ruling against Omaha nail spa owner in gift card scheme
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - She couldn’t put a finger on it, but nail technician Melissa Greenwell says she had concerns about a man purchasing gift cards. ‘It seemed odd to us at the beginning because of how much he bought,” Melissa said. “[He said] he just wanted to treat the women in his life to something special. We don’t hear that very often so it automatically raised suspicion.
Lincoln Police arrest man charged with stealing truck and credit card
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - Lincoln Police arrested a man charged with stealing a truck and credit card from a local business. According to court documents, 45-year-old Richard Crane was arrested for theft by unlawful taking greater than $5,000. Crane was also cited for unauthorized use of a financial transaction device for less than $500.
'We're lucky to have our son home': Kindergartner with autism left on bus, Bennington school district says
BENNINGTON, Neb. — A pair of Bennington Public Schools parents say they gave their son "extra love and squeezes" when he returned home from school on Monday. The district said a driver failed to follow protocol when a child with autism was left behind on a school bus for more than two hours Monday morning.
Mold forces Omaha school to cancel classes for third straight day
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - On Monday, J.P. Lord School stood empty once again after it dismissed students early Thursday when staff found mold in the building. Omaha Public Schools COO Charles Wakefield said it was on equipment that they stored over the summer. “As staff went to pull out that...
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