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WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-Neb.), a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced she advanced over $18 million in funding for critical Nebraska water infrastructure projects.

Due to the hazard class of the Valentine Mill Pond, deficiencies, potential of dam failure, and flooding, a recent feasibility study was conducted by Hazard Engineering. Through the planning, Hazard Engineering came up with three options:

The construction project on West 4th Street (Highway 83 north) begins Phase 3 work. Phase 2 work, on Highway 83 north, between the intersection of Edna Street and Main Street is nearing completion.

Rick and Kitty VanderWey spent the weekend in Waterloo, IA to celebrate granddaughter Paisley’s birthday with her dad, Brayden Hammer, his girlfriend and her family. Paisley came home with Rick and Kitty to spend the week.

I have a new birthday buddy! Congratulations to Garrett and Katie Shadbolt of Merriman on the birth of their daughter, Prairie Ann, born July 21. She is welcomed home by siblings, George, Mavis, and Lindin. Grandparents are Jeff and Debbie Compton of Kilgore and Quentin and Angela Shadbolt of Merriman. That family is having a banner year, as Garrett is currently sitting third in the PRCA World Standings for bareback. They are richly blessed.

Nebraskans who want to donate or receive harvested deer can participate in the Deer Exchange. This program is designed to accommodate the additional harvest of deer.

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by Cherry County Hospital When it comes to foodborne illness, Campylobacter might not be a household name—but it’s one of the most common causes of diarrheal sickness in the United States, affecting an estimated 1.5 million people each year. Recently, Cherry County Hospital has seen seven cases.

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The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission soon will accept grant proposals that will enhance watchable wildlife opportunities and nature-based experiences in Nebraska. The intent of these Watchable Wildlife Grants, which are funded through the Wildlife Conservation Fund, is to help people build appreciation and stewardship for natural resources through practical experience.