NEBRASKA CITY – The bear is back at Riverview Marina State Recreation Area at Nebraska City.

The bear and his catfish catch were carved by Mike Riege, but were under five feet of water in the flood of 2019.

 Carol and Bob Barton said they found the bear on its side and got permission from the state to return the wood carving to a nearby stump that faces the driveway.  Trent Barton organized the crew to get the refurbished carving back at his post.

Also assisting Sunday were Ronnie Neeman, Steve Housh, JR Maybe, Chris Weddle, Denise Housh and John Reese.