The West Point City Council approved a bid for Levee Improvements at Tuesday night's meeting. City Administrator Tom Goulette talks about who the city went with and the financial aspect of things. Goulette says the project is expected to start this coming October and be finished in September of 2025.…
The recovery effort continues for a 17 year old boy who went missing Sunday night while in the Platte River near Fremont. The West Point City Council will meet in regular session tonight with a number of items to be discussed including paving projects and bids for levee improvements. AAA…
JULY 2, 2024 — More than 225 American Red Cross disaster workers have been assisting in the response effort to the flooding in Northwest Iowa, providing vital support and comfort to those forced from their homes. The Red Cross is currently managing or supporting five shelters in Northwest Iowa: Clay County Regional…
OMAHA – Steve Goeser, president and CEO of Methodist Health System, has announced the promotion of two members of the Methodist executive leadership team. Josie Abboud, president and CEO of Methodist Hospital and Methodist Women’s Hospital, has been promoted to Methodist Health System executive vice president, effective July 1. In…
AMES, Iowa – Iowa State defensive back Jeremiah Cooper, wide receiver Jayden Higgins and do-it-all tight end/fullback Stevo Klotz have been named to the Preseason All-Big 12 Football team as voted upon by media representatives who cover the league. Cooper, a First Team All-Big 12 selection a year ago, returns to lead the talented Cyclone…
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The first week of July is affectionately known by cowboys and cowgirls as "Cowboy Christmas." This time of year is extra special for rodeo contestants as there is an influx of rodeos to compete in, and lots of money to be won. For spectators, it is also a special time…
Farmers may be wondering 'what's next?' following another round of challenging weather. This weekend, hail pelted crops in central Nebraska and last night, excessive rain flooded fields in eastern Nebraska. In this feature interview, Nebraska Extension Educator Jenny Rees shares the latest insights on potential crop damage and what farmers…
University of Nebraska President Jeffrey P. Gold, M.D., announced today that he has named H. Dele Davies, M.D., the chief academic officer at the University of Nebraska Medical Center for more than a decade, as UNMC’s interim chancellor. Dr. Davies’ appointment is effective immediately, subject to formal approval by the…
Deere & Co. is laying off nearly 600 workers at two factories in Iowa and Illinois, citing declining demand for the decision. A combined 310 employees will be let go at the Iowa locations and 280 employees at the company's home base in Moline, Illinois. Deere reported a more than…