Leadership Northwest Missouri Kicks Off With 20 Regional Participants
The 26th class of Leadership Northwest Missouri recently held its opening retreat at Conception Abbey. The class consists of 20 women and men from a 19-county region, aiming to develop leadership skills, address regional issues, and build
Canvassing Will Soon Begin For Nebraska Online Sports Betting
Nebraska currently only allows in-person sports betting at commercial casinos, but a new ballot referendum campaign is seeking to legalize online sports wagering. The initiative, led by WarHorse Gaming and the Sports Betting Alliance, aims to collect
Iowa Lawmakers Debate Letting Cigar Bars Serve Liquor
A bill in Iowa that would allow cigar bars to sell liquor is up for debate in a senate committee. The owner of The Cigar Social USA shop in Davenport is advocating for the bill, arguing that
Who’s Headlining? Iowa State Fair Sparks Buzz with Cryptic Concert Photo
Fair officials have released a photo teasing one of the Grandstand concerts for the 2026 Iowa State Fair. Speculation on the act’s identity ranges from Jason Aldean to the Red Clay Strays. Five acts have been announced
No Tag? Pay 50% More: What to Know Before 69Express Toll Lanes Open
The 69 Express project in Johnson County, Kansas, will open its toll lanes on Feb. 21, with prices varying between 35 cents and $1.50 for K-TAG users. Drivers billed via license plate will pay 50% more than
Nebraska. All Heart.’ Campaign Gets New Champion as Gjerde Promoted to Executive Director
After a national search, the Nebraska Tourism Commission appointed Jenn Gjerde as its new executive director. Gjerde, who had worked for the agency for a decade, was promoted following a unanimous vote. She aims to promote the
Where Did the Money Go? City Leaders Approve $119,747 Tax Distribution Plan
The Burlington Junction Board of Aldermen approved the distribution of last year’s tax revenues, totaling $119,747.02, into various city accounts. City Administrator Jo Anna Marriott explained that the funds came from county real estate and personal property
New Tax Breaks in 2025? CPA Explains Vehicle Loan Deductions, Tax-Free Tips, and More
At the Trenton Rotary Club meeting, certified public accountant Whitney Esry discussed changes to the federal tax code approved in 2025. Individual income tax rates and capital gains rates will remain unchanged, with modest increases expected in
So far this year, IRS data shows average tax refund is nearly 11% higher!
Early tax filers are seeing larger refunds this year compared to last year, with the average refund amount at $2,290 as of Feb. 6, 2026, up nearly 11% from the same time last year. Experts predict that
Iowa Delegation Wants To Rename V-A Facilities After Fallen National Guard Soldiers
(Radio Iowa) – Iowa’s entire Congressional delegation is sponsoring legislation to name two Veterans Administration facilities after the two Iowa National Guard soldiers killed in Syria. Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley says the V-A facility in Des Moines