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Lincoln, NE – As spring and summer mark peak tick activity in Nebraska, the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services urges all residents to remain vigilant and take simple steps to protect themselves, their loved ones, and their pets from diseases spread by ticks such as Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, Lyme disease, Ehrlichiosis, and Alpha-Gal Syndrome, also known as the red meat allergy.

Lincoln, NE ~ Following the federal enactment of H.R. 1, the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” Nebraska is moving ahead of schedule to become the first state in the country to implement the law’s new Medicaid work requirements. With Nebraska’s enforcement set to begin May 1, 2026, the Nebraska Hospital Association (NHA) has launched a dedicated bilingual website to help residents navigate these changes and maintain their health care coverage.

Shootout at Sadie's Saloon! Good guys? Yes! Bad guys? You bet! Does good prevail over evil? Of course! Evil threats? Absolutely! Love is in the air... along with gunfights, trickery, and drama from the wild west! Enjoy this year's melodrama, complete with themes you expect, as well as a surprise or two!

Amy Arganbright of Valentine High School has been named the 2026NebraskaCoachesAssociation (NCA)-Hudl Dance Coach of the Year, following back-to-back state championships for her team. She successfully guided her team to Class C2 Jazz and Pom titles in 2026, overcoming significant challenges. The award is part of the 2025- 2026 NCA Coaches of the Year honors.

Lincoln, NE – April 2, 2026 – Senator Barry DeKay’s Legislative Bill 1187, known as the “brand bill,” advanced successfully through firstround debate on the floor of the Nebraska Legislature yesterday after a compromise amendment preserved the integrity of the state’s livestock brand inspection system.

LINCOLN – The Nebraska Association of County Officials (NACO) will celebrate National County Government Month this April with a renewed focus on telling the county story and highlighting the people and services that impact the everyday lives of Nebraskans in all 93 counties. The celebration kicked off April 1 when county officials from across Nebraska gathered at the Capitol to meet with senators, speak with state leaders, learn more about the legislative process, and engage in NACO’s advocacy efforts.

Janessa M. Milbrandt, Valentine, NE., Carry concealed handgun under influence, class I misdemeanor, $500 fine; minor in possession - ages 19 - 20, class III misdemeanor, $300 fine, $50 cost-Officer Ormesher.

Excitement and pride marked a milestone moment for the FFA Heart City Beef program as the first calf of the season - a healthy Angus-cross heifer - hit the ground. Tagged, vaccinated, and backed by a strong, attentive mother, the calf represents a promising start to the year ahead.

Cherry County once again competed in the Nebraska State 4-H Robotics competition in Lincoln on March 20-21, 2026. Ryan Adams, Tyson Cochran, and Luke Osnes came home sitting in 18th place in the Robot Games out of 98 teams and received a Rising Star Award.