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Truck stop fined for excessive pollution in wastewater
A western Iowa truck stop near Audubon has violated its pollutant limits more than 500 times in recent years and has caused the city to expel elevated concentrations of contaminants into a creek that flows to the East Nishnabotna River, according to the Iowa Department of Natural Resources. Waspy’s Truck Stop opened in 2018 and […] The post Truck stop fined for excessive pollution in wastewater appeared first on Iowa Capital Dispatch.
Atlantic, LC, Harlan, Plattsmouth alums honored on All-ARC softball teams
(KMAland) -- Four former KMAlanders have been honored as All-American Rivers Conference softball players. Atlantic alum Olivia Engler (Luther) and former Lewis Central star Haley Bach (Central) were named to the first team. Harlan grad Morgan Schaben (Central) is a second team honoree, and Plattsmouth alum Paige Druskis (Buena Vista) was named an honorable mention.
Minden, Iowa's request for FEMA funding following tornadoes approved
MINDEN, Iowa — The mayor of Minden, where two tornadoes have hit in less than two weeks, is asking for urgent help from the federal government. Damage assessments conducted by Pottawattamie County officials revealed more than $12 million worth of property damage in Minden alone. Around 90% of the town's business district and 40% of residential homes were completely destroyed after an EF-3 tornado hit on Friday, April 26.
Audubon County Board of Supervisors Discuss Increased Wind Turbine Setbacks
(Audubon) The Audubon County Board of Supervisors is expected to act on increased setbacks next week for the future construction of the Wind Farm in southern Audubon County. Last fall, the supervisors received requests to address the setbacks, particularly from non-participants. Audubon County Board of Supervisor Chairman Heath Hanson says...
Water restored in Minden after crews build temporary treatment plant
MINDEN, Iowa — Minden's water system is back up and running. A powerful EF-3 tornado took out the treatment plant last month. The town had been relying on a regional water system until now. Several organizations came together to quickly build a temporary water treatment plant. The Iowa Rural...
Harlan Boy’s Track Looks to Break Even More Records After Historical Performance Last Week
(Harlan, IA) – The Harlan boys track team defied expectations last Thursday as multiple events went in their favor. Harlan’s boys competed to the top of their levels and just about every athlete was able to earn their personal best on the evening. Head Coach Sam Brummer says that “they preach competition” and wants his boys’ competitive edge to push into the blue oval.
Woodbine's Bendgen to run for Drake
(Woodbine) -- Woodbine star senior Landon Bendgen is ready to run at Drake Stadium. Both later this week at the state track meet and into his future. Bendgen, who recently signed with the Drake track and field and cross country programs, talked with KMA Sports on Wednesday’s Upon Further Review about his decision and recruiting process.
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