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Army audit drive exposes flaws as Pentagon nears 2028 goal

Army audit drive exposes flaws as Pentagon nears 2028 goal

  • Mike Stone Reuters

The Pentagon is on track to pass its first-ever financial audit in 2028, a breakthrough for an agency that has never been able to fully account for its spending.

Low birth rate could create US housing surplus in coming decade

Low birth rate could create US housing surplus in coming decade

  • Prashant Gopal Bloomberg News

A new era may dawn in which a shortage of buyers, not homes, is the defining feature, according to a new Mortgage Bankers Association paper.

US House votes to halt Iran war, in another symbolic rebuke of Trump

US House votes to halt Iran war, in another symbolic rebuke of Trump

  • By Patricia Zengerle Reuters

The Republican-led U.S. House of Representatives backed legislation directing President Donald Trump to halt U.S. military action against Iran, the latest symbolic rebuke of the Republican president from Congress.

Analysis: Separate US trade talks test North America's pact

Analysis: Separate US trade talks test North America's pact

  • Promit Mukherjee and Emily Green and David Lawder Reuters

A trilateral free trade zone defined North America's economy for 32 years. Now, the U.S. could force concessions on Canada that Mexico agrees to in its more advanced talks.

Mexico, RFK Jr., Taylor Farms weigh in on cyclospora outbreak

Mexico, RFK Jr., Taylor Farms weigh in on cyclospora outbreak

  • Mary Walrath-Holdridge USA Today

Outbreaks are often traced back to manufacturers, growers or distributors despite food samples that never test positive for a pathogen.

States call out big businesses with employees on Medicaid

States call out big businesses with employees on Medicaid

  • Jazmin Orozco Rodriguez KFF Health News

As the deadline looms for states to enforce new work requirements, some state lawmakers seek to publicly name the largest companies that have employees enrolled in the government program covering low-income and disabled people.

House passes $1 trillion defense bill despite concerns

House passes $1 trillion defense bill despite concerns

  • Patricia Zengerle Reuters

The fiscal 2027 National Defense Authorization Act, which authorizes an unprecedented $1.15 trillion in spending for the military, passed 216 to 212.

US says it reached nuclear power deal with Saudi Arabia

US says it reached nuclear power deal with Saudi Arabia

    It would allow Saudi Arabia to enrich uranium and reprocess nuclear waste, potential pathways to making a nuclear weapon.

    Cyclosporiasis outbreak hits Taco Bell sales, unlikely to cause lasting scar, analysts say

    Cyclosporiasis outbreak hits Taco Bell sales, unlikely to cause lasting scar, analysts say

      By Juveria Tabassum, Neil J Kanatt and Nicholas P.

      Houthi Red Sea threat would challenge a stretched US military

      Houthi Red Sea threat would challenge a stretched US military

        * Houthis have said they will blockade Saudi ports * US military, if called on, would need to extend resources across two fronts * Houthi fighters have survived previous attacks by Saudi and US By

        Terry Savage: Stress test your money

        Terry Savage: Stress test your money

          With everything going so well, maybe it’ s time for a stress test for your money. The time for a stress test is when things are running smoothly. Every big bank undergoes an annual stress test by federal regulators, even though they are not expected to fail.

          Parasite Outbreak Tops 4,100

          Parasite Outbreak Tops 4,100

            CDC reports more than 4,100 Cyclospora cases across 41 states as investigators trace many illnesses to lettuce sourced from Mexico.

            Who is Mikhailo Drapaty, Ukraine's new commander-in-chief?

            Who is Mikhailo Drapaty, Ukraine's new commander-in-chief?

              Volodymyr Zelensky has bowed to pressure from the streets. The former head of the Ukrainian armed forces Oleksandr Syrsky has been replaced by the popular Mykhailo Drapaty. Who is he?

              Trump Administration Prepares New Wave of Tariffs on Dozens of Trading Partners

              Trump Administration Prepares New Wave of Tariffs on Dozens of Trading Partners

                The Trump administration is preparing a new round of tariffs on dozens of trading partners as temporary import duties introduced earlier this year are due to expire this week

                Local News

                CRHC Community Pharmacy hosts Open House August 4

                CRHC Community Pharmacy hosts Open House August 4

                Clarinda Regional Health Center's Community Pharmacy hosts an open house next month

                Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for July 22

                Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for July 22

                Read through the obituaries published in Shenandoah Valley News

                Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for July 21

                Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for July 21

                Read through the obituaries published in Shenandoah Valley News

                Free ice cream in Essex

                Free ice cream in Essex

                Essex-area residents enjoyed free scoops of ice cream Sunday

                State & Regional

                Iowa ag report says conditions not 1980s crisis, but ‘pressure rising’

                Iowa ag report says conditions not 1980s crisis, but ‘pressure rising’

                Iowa farmers’ economic struggles are significant, but not as bad as what occurred during the infamous 1980s farm crisis, a new state report suggests.

                Mayors, supervisors endorse Ashley Hinson's campaign for US Senate

                Mayors, supervisors endorse Ashley Hinson's campaign for US Senate

                Dozens of local elected leaders in Iowa — mayors, county supervisors and other local officials — are among Republican U.S. Senate candidate Ashley Hinson’s “Local Leaders for Hinson” coalition.

                Iowa climatologist says El Nino could cause warmest year ever

                Iowa climatologist says El Nino could cause warmest year ever

                With potential for a “very strong” El Nino event later this year, the planet could experience the warmest year on record, Iowa State Climatologist Justin Glisan said Friday.

                Josh Turek campaign announces support from Iowa educators

                Josh Turek campaign announces support from Iowa educators

                Iowa Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Josh Turek announced the support of state educators in his campaign’s “Educators for Turek” coalition.

                Nation & World

                Army audit drive exposes flaws as Pentagon nears 2028 goal

                Army audit drive exposes flaws as Pentagon nears 2028 goal

                The Pentagon is on track to pass its first-ever financial audit in 2028, a breakthrough for an agency that has never been able to fully account for its spending.

                Low birth rate could create US housing surplus in coming decade

                Low birth rate could create US housing surplus in coming decade

                A new era may dawn in which a shortage of buyers, not homes, is the defining feature, according to a new Mortgage Bankers Association paper.

                US House votes to halt Iran war, in another symbolic rebuke of Trump

                US House votes to halt Iran war, in another symbolic rebuke of Trump

                The Republican-led U.S. House of Representatives backed legislation directing President Donald Trump to halt U.S. military action against Iran, the latest symbolic rebuke of the Republican president from Congress.

                Analysis: Separate US trade talks test North America's pact

                Analysis: Separate US trade talks test North America's pact

                A trilateral free trade zone defined North America's economy for 32 years. Now, the U.S. could force concessions on Canada that Mexico agrees to in its more advanced talks.

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                CRHC Community Pharmacy hosts Open House August 4

                CRHC Community Pharmacy hosts Open House August 4

                States call out big businesses with employees on Medicaid

                States call out big businesses with employees on Medicaid

                House passes $1 trillion defense bill despite concerns

                House passes $1 trillion defense bill despite concerns

                Shopping

                Hank Brown | Iowa Football | April 16

                Hank Brown | Iowa Football | April 16

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                Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

                Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

                Long gone are the days where impulse buying meant grabbing an unplanned candy bar or magazine in the checkout line. Now, social media makes it quick and easy for us to purchase just about anything with the click of a button, whether or not it’s in the budget. And for some Americans, it’s hurting them...

                Holiday Shoppers Beware: 3 Traps to Avoid as Scammers Prepare

                Holiday Shoppers Beware: 3 Traps to Avoid as Scammers Prepare

                Black Friday is fast approaching, and shoppers are gearing up. The National Retail Federation expects more than 183 million people to shop over the weekend spanning Thanksgiving to Cyber Monday this year. But fraudsters are preparing for Black Friday too, looking for opportunities to steal your money or personal information. Before you dive into holiday...

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                The walleye whisperer: Your two adventurous spots for landing trophy fish this summer

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                Shinrin-yoku: Recharge your spirit with the Japanese art of forest bathing

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                Content by Milan Laser Hair Removal. These laser hair removal experts share their observations and insights about the benefits of Brazilian laser hair removal vs. Brazilian waxing.

                Crime

                Sidney man injures 2 deputies, 3 jailers after arrest in Council Bluffs

                Sidney man injures 2 deputies, 3 jailers after arrest in Council Bluffs

                A Sidney man arrested on suspicion of litancy of charges is also accused of injuring two sheriff's deputies and jail staff upon his booking into the Fremont County Jail.

                3 people hurt, 2 vehicles sustain heavy damage in Shenandoah crash

                3 people hurt, 2 vehicles sustain heavy damage in Shenandoah crash

                The Page County Sheriff's Office said two vehicles were involved in a crash where they sustained heavy damage on Monday, Oct. 27, about 5:57 p.m.

                Page County man arrested after report he shot at a neighbor

                Page County man arrested after report he shot at a neighbor

                A man from an unincorporated community in Page County was arrested following a short standoff Friday evening.

                51-year-old Sidney resident flown to Omaha hospital after crash

                51-year-old Sidney resident flown to Omaha hospital after crash

                A 51-year-old resident of Sidney was flown by medical helicopter to Omaha after a crash involving a wrong-way driver Tuesday morning.

                Politics

                New White House Rose Garden statue created by Trump sculptor

                New White House Rose Garden statue created by Trump sculptor

                Trump’s remaking of the Rose Garden continues with sculptures lining one side of the paved-over garden, facing the Oval Office.

                Mayors, supervisors endorse Ashley Hinson's campaign for US Senate

                Mayors, supervisors endorse Ashley Hinson's campaign for US Senate

                Dozens of local elected leaders in Iowa — mayors, county supervisors and other local officials — are among Republican U.S. Senate candidate Ashley Hinson’s “Local Leaders for Hinson” coalition.

                Josh Turek campaign announces support from Iowa educators

                Josh Turek campaign announces support from Iowa educators

                Iowa Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Josh Turek announced the support of state educators in his campaign’s “Educators for Turek” coalition.

                New fed law aims to speed up natural disaster relief for farmers and ranchers

                New fed law aims to speed up natural disaster relief for farmers and ranchers

                Through the Emergency Conservation Program Improvement Act, agricultural producers will see expedited aid. 

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