Auditor of State Rob Sand’s special investigation of the Webster County Public Health Department has identified $24,436 of undeposited collections, $32,663.85 of questioned costs charged to the Federal Family Planning Grant, and $1,611.13 of unsupported disbursements.

The special investigation was requested by Webster County officials as a result of concerns regarding certain financial transactions processed by former Public Health Director Kari Prescott.

The inquiry period extends from July 1, 2016, through May 31, 2022.

A complete story will follow in Friday’s Messenger.