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Yahoo
08-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
2 northeast Nebraska cities receive funds for community, recreation centers
LINCOLN, Neb. (KCAU) — Two cities in northeast Nebraska received state funds for the planning stages of 2 projects for community and recreation centers. The Nebraska Department of Economic Development announced the City of Battle Creek obtained $15,000. The money would be used towards the Battle Creek Master Park Plan. There's also a local cash match of $15,000. Officials said JEO Consulting Group will create the plan for Battle Creek Park to guide improvements that would enhance recreation and accessibility. The master plan will focus on multiple key amenities including: The swimming pool Ball diamonds Tennis & basketball courts Soccer fields Picnic areas Sioux City council again defers decision on Human Rights Commission The Nebraska Department of Economic Development said the plan would assess the clubhouse to make sure the space is still useful for community events. The playgrounds at Battle Creek Park, including one with a WWII armored vehicle, will be evaluated for safety and appeal. The City of Newman Grove received $15,000 for the Newman Grove Community Center and Library planning study. The project also received a local cash match of $15,000. The city is working with a local donor to build a new library, while at the same time, the Newman Grove Public Schools and the city's economic development advisory board is working on planning and fundraising for a new community center. State officials said the study is a chance to complete community engagement, planning activities, and programming to prepare the city to move towards building the new community center. The Nebraska Department of Economic Development said $5.54 million of awards went to a total of 21 grant recipients under the Civic and Community Center Financing Fund. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
07-02-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Great Bend to inspect water lines for lead; expect a visit
GREAT BEND, Kan. (KSNW) – City inspectors and water safety consultants will be knocking on doors in Great Bend starting next week to conduct a lead and copper survey. The visits are part of a federally mandated water service line inventory to help the city identify lead service lines. Visits to homes and businesses are planned between 3 and 7:30 p.m., Monday through Wednesday, beginning Feb. 10. During the visit, representatives may ask questions about the property's plumbing. They may also request photos or access to look at water service lines entering the building. Louisiana woman arrested following death of Kansas City reporter covering Super Bowl LIX Homeowners and businesses can prepare for the visits by ensuring access to water service lines commonly found in basements, crawl spaces, or utility rooms. The City of Great Bend is partnering with JEO Consulting Group to conduct the survey and visits, which are expected to take 10-15 minutes. Someone over the age of 18 must be present during the visit. For more information about the survey or to verify the identity of a JEO representative, contact the City of Great Bend Department of Public Works at 620-793-4150. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
