Improvements made to a troublesome Parsons street pays off during heavy rains.

 During Thursday's heavy rains the Corning underpass in Parsons remained open. The low point in the road has been subject to flooding and closure in the past, but thanks to two new pumps that were installed recently, city crews were not forced to close the route. The pumps were paid for through ARPA funds received by the city in 2022 and were installed by LaForge and Budd.

This was one of the last projects completed by the long-time construction company before its recent closing. According to the city , the improvements have made Corning a much safer route for drivers during heavy rains.