Loose Creek to Barnett Line
Central Electric Power Cooperative proposes to build two mostly parallel transmission lines in the Missouri counties of Cole, Miller, and Osage. It will build approximately 44 miles of new 345kV line and rebuild approximately 35 miles of 69kV line.
USDA Rural Development loan and grant helps fund Couderay Volunteer Fire Department new fire building
New Pumper Truck Enhances Firefighting Efforts and Community Safety
What began as a controlled burn in early May 2025 at Wolsey’s landfill turned dangerous when high winds stoked embers deep in the rubble, igniting a grassfire. The blaze quickly spread to within a quarter mile of the town, charring more than 250 acres in its path.
USDA Rural Development State Director to Celebrate New Famer’s Market in Riegelwood
Rural Development’s $370 thousand investment will assist local community’s ability to have fresh produce
RIEGELWOOD, North Carolina— State Director Robert Hosford and members of the USDA Rural Development Team participated in a ribbon cutting ceremony with the town of East Arcadia in Riegelwood today.
Rural Development is investing $370 thousand through a USDA Rural Business Development Grant to renovate the town hall and fire department in order to create a small business center for a farmer’s market.