County Attorney applicants interviewed by Commissioners

The Richardson County Commissioners, meeting in special session Monday morning, July 8, interviewed applicants for the position of County Attorney.

The candidates have applied to complete the unexpired term following the resignation of Robert Meyer.  That term expires on Jan. 7, 2015.

Area river levels to subside through weekend

Heavy rainfall throughout the Missouri River Basin has caused moderate flooding in Richardson County and surrounding areas, but forecasts from the National Weather Service in Omaha predict river levels to subside as early as Friday morning.

Sheriff, officials thwart scam

Last week, the Richardson County Sheriff’s office warned the public about a phone scam that was circulating around the county. The scammers promised a large cash winning prize, as well as a Mercedes vehicle to the people they were contacting.