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The snow has melted and land managers around the state are getting ready to use prescribed fire. They are also balancing their management activities with safety. The idea of intentionally lighting fires can be alarming when there are wildfires occurring in the state. The Niobrara Valley Prescribed Fire Association wants its community to know that its members prepare extensively for burns and work closely with their local fire chiefs. They are committed to safe and responsible prescribed fire use.

Lincoln-Farmers are known to be some of the most pioneering, innovative and driven individuals in the world. This National Ag Day/ Week, the Nebraska Corn Board is celebrating those who work day in and day out to feed, clothe and fuel the world.

During our most recent family movie night, we watched one of my favorites: Encanto. At one point in the movie, a character who has been gifted supernatural strength confesses that she fears she will crumble under the weight of all that is expected from her. Although she accomplishes amazing things, it never feels like enough. She never feels like she, herself, is enough.

Lakeview Church will have a Good Friday service, March 29 at 7:00 p.m. Easter morning service is scheduled for 10:00 a.m.

ACTIVITIES Cards/Board Games/Pool available daily. Men’s coffee group daily at 9:30 a.m.

Lincoln - Measles cases are on the rise in the United States. A total of 45 cases of measles in 16 states and New York City have been reported to the CDC as of last week.

Valentine (February 29, 2024) – Security First Bank, with the help of customers, employees, and community members, collected over 5,309 food and personal care items to benefit area food pantries through their recently completed Feeding Hearts food drive. From February 1-14, Security First Bank collected canned goods, non-perishable food items, and personal care items at each of their 25 bank branch locations and 12 insurance offices throughout Nebraska and southwest South Dakota.

The Valentine Chamber of Commerce is in the process of updating their membership list along with business list to verify that things are current. This will help you get the exposure you need for a successful business.

Multiple wildfires are hitting the state of Nebraska this month and it’s not even April. Warm conditions one day and then cold and windy the next a wildfire could be in play.

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service) is announcing public comment for Draft Environmental Assessments and Draft Compatibility Determinations at John W. and Louise Seier National Wildlife Refuge in Rock County.