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If you like a variety of weather, this was your week. Last Tuesday, anything that wasn’t tied down might be in the next county now! Valentine reported a peak gust of 72 mph. On Friday the snow started, and though we only had an inch or two, the cold wanted me to stay inside. Sunday morning was -10. I guess winter is here!

We are all aware that the economy is on most peoples minds, especially in the midst of the holiday season, and many folks are feeling financial pressure, some of which is of our own making. There also seems to be an interest in economizing, especially in many folks struggling to maintain a household, many with young children and trying to live on a fixed budget. Because of this, there are several Facebook pages based on homesteading and the basic life skills inherent to that. I find myself reading many of their posts and find them interesting. In fact, I occasionally find myself posting a comment if it fits the narrative, especially sharing an old family recipe, as many of these young homesteaders are involved with cooking from scratch, sharing sourdough starter, raising gardens and canning; but there is always someone who likes to stir the pot, so to speak.

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by BJ Roshone Out here, we measure work by the calluses it leaves. We talk about acres planted, calves branded, and miles of fence mended. But there’s another kind of work that doesn’t leave marks on the hands — only on the heart.

Not much to report this week except Mother Nature finally looked at the calendar and decided to make up for the mild fall with a bit of snow and c-c-c-cold. At least we country folks could finally burn our trash.

SLOW DOWN! The tempo of December is fast and furious. Holiday shopping, kid events, cow chores, and travel suck the ever-loving life out of us. It’s supposed to be the most joyful and festive time of the year. Yet many of us get bogged down with our honey-do and holiday- to-do lists and completely miss the joy this time of year can bring.

Look up at the night sky. What do you see? If you live in Valentine, Nebraska and surrounding areas, you can see hundreds of thousands of stars, the moon, and several planets, due to the minimal light pollution found here.

December 1, 2025 - Lincoln, NE Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol (NSP) removed 24 impaired drivers from the road during Thanksgiving weekend. From Wednesday, November 26 through Sunday, November 30, troopers arrested 24 people for driving under the influence.

November 2025 Survey Highlights: • For the third time in the past five months, the Mid-America Business Conditions Index moved slightly below growth neutral. • The regional manufacturing sector shed jobs for the eighth straight month.

The Heart City Theater Corporation would like to thank our community for all their generosity over the last year, from monetary donations to contributions made at IGA through the round-up program. Every little cent helps.