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Cass County Supervisors Approve ARPA Funding Requests
(Cass Co) The Cass County Board of Supervisors this morning approved ARPA Funds for the Anita Food Pantry parking lot improvements in the amount of $15,000. Tim Miller said they received some grant money and other funding to go toward this parking lot project. He said they are still working out the details of the paving.
Flames sweep through Woodbine grocery store
Fire has heavily damaged a grocery store in western Iowa’s Harrison County. Officials with Woodbine Fire & Rescue asked residents and others to stay away from part of the city’s downtown area Monday evening, as multiple firefighting agencies worked to battle a structure fire at the Food Land grocery store.
State Auditor Finds Several Improper, Unsupported Disbursements In Citizens’ Petition Audit Of Bagley Financials
A City of Bagley audit completed by the Iowa State Auditor’s Office has found multiple unsupported and improper payments recorded in Fiscal Year (FY) 2023. According to a report issued today (Tuesday), state officials initiated the audit following a citizen petition over concerns regarding payroll disbursements, approval of pay raises, and publication compliance. Auditors reviewed numerous transactions and meeting minutes that took place between July 1, 2022 and June 30, 2023. Officials noted three “improper” payroll checks issued to Bagley City Clerk Jennifer Ingles. A check dated June 9, 2023, was the same amount as previous payroll checks but did not fall within the normal payroll period, leading to auditors flagging the check. A Sept. 2, 2022 check was considered unsupported because it did not include documentation for $98.99 in mileage reimbursement. The third check, dated Feb. 27, 2023, was deemed unsupported for similar reasoning on $46.75 reimbursement for “additional funds.” Auditors also identified $361.02 in unsupported purchases on the city’s credit card during FY23. Officials did not denote if the card use was improper due to a lack of supporting documentation. They also noted issues with a pay raise for the clerk that was verbally approved by the council but did not receive written approval. The final note in the report is on the FY24 budget approval timeline, which wasn’t finalized until more than six months after the fiscal year began. The State Auditor’s Office recommended that the City of Bagley adopt additional control policies to ensure all reimbursements, pay increases, and budget approvals are documented correctly and done in a timely manner. A link to the full audit report is included below.
Cascade Woman Named Iowa Conservation Woman Of The Year
A Cascade woman has been named the Iowa Conservation Woman of the Year. Third generation farmer Lillie Beringer-Crock was announced the recipient of the award on Monday at the USDA Conservation Districts of Iowa annual meeting in Ames. Beringer-Crock took over the Beringer Family Farms about five years ago and...
'Croctoberfest' offers Henry Doorly Zoo guests chance to learn about the large reptiles while enjoying a beer
OMAHA, Neb. — Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo announced a "unique celebration blends the festive spirit of Oktoberfest with the fascinating world of crocodilians" - also known as "Croctoberfest." Related coverage: Newest addition to Henry Doorly Zoo. The event will be for those 21 years and older every Thursday in...
Sunlight hours quickly getting shorter in Omaha
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Although temperatures this week will still feel like summer, signs of fall are starting to show. Since the Summer Solstice in June, the day of the year with the most amount of sunlight, Omaha has lost 1 hour and 34 minutes of daylight. The Omaha area...
One year of Forever Friends Pet Cemetery: Omaha's resting place for beloved pets
It's been a year since the pet addition opened in the Forest Lawn Cemetery. Hear from one pet owner about how this cemetery has helped bring her and her family closure with their dog Charlie.
17 Nebraska counties to receive federal aid for severe storms in late May
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - More federal aid is coming Nebraska’s way to help the state recover from the seemingly endless string of severe weather this summer. President Joe Biden approved a federal disaster declaration for Nebraska due to damage from storms between May 20 and June 3. As a result, FEMA announced Tuesday that relief funding has become available to local governments and certain nonprofit organizations in 17 counties, including Douglas, Dodge, Saunders, and Washington.
Harris puts stray electoral vote in play in battleground Nebraska district
Vice President Kamala Harris leads former President Donald Trump in a Nebraska district that could sway the presidential election with its single Electoral College vote. Harris leads Trump by at least 8 percentage points in Nebraska’s 2nd Congressional District, garnering 50% of the electorate compared to the former president’s 42%, according to a new poll […]
Troopers Make 31 DUI Arrests to Begin Impaired Driving Campaign
August 20, 2024 (Lincoln, Neb.) — Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol made 31 arrests for driving under the influence during the first weekend of the Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over effort. The campaign runs through Labor Day weekend. “Impaired driving is preventable,” said Colonel John Bolduc, Superintendent...
No Changes Necessary: Nebraska Volleyball Names 2024 Season Captains
The Huskers will have two familiar faces leading the Big Red as Nebraska volleyball aims to return to the national championship match. Coach John Cook said there was no need for a team vote on captains.
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