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Thanksgiving is a time to gather with family and friends and reflect on one's blessings. In 2022, Canadian Thanksgiving takes place on October 10, while Americans celebrate on November 24. In anticipation of these holidays, here are some interesting facts about the Thanksgiving celebration.

CATTLE COMPACTION IN CROPLAND – by Ben Beckman Are you looking for additional income from your corn acres or feed for cattle? Grazing corn residue is a low-cost winter feed source for cattle and a source of additional income for farmers without negative effects on the cropland.

Greater Nebraska’s future healthcare workers are already here, but they may not know it yet. In the last three years, Nebraska Community Foundation surveyed more than 3,200 middle and high school students across the state on what they want their future communities and careers to look like.

Nothing says the holidays like a poinsettia. This year, try some new ways to display this festive plant.

WASHINGTON, November 7, 2022 – Keep your stomach full of turkey and free from foodborne illness this Thanksgiving holiday. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) reminds us all that it’s important to remember the steps to food safety during America’s biggest meal.

Valentine, NE – The Valentine Chamberof Commerceispleasedto announce that they will once again have a contest to determine the artwork for the official valentine from Valentine for the year 2023. All artists are welcome to compete for the honor that has become an annual tradition. The winner of the contest will win $250 in prize money as well.

The Niobrara Council held their regular meeting October 20, 2022 at the Peppermill in Valentine. Present: Lana Arrowsmith, Karl Connell, Dallas Dodson, Les Hall, Wade Hollenbeck, Mike Murphy, AndrewSteinhauser,TanyaStorer, and Scott Wessel.

Unofficial results from the 2022 General Election held Tuesday, November 8, 2022. Therewereatotalof 2,723ballots cast, and one blank ballot.

Leo Brinda Post 90 and the Sons of the American Legion in Valentine will sponsor the annual Fill an Empty Stocking and Share the Gift of Reading projects. Parents and/ or legal guardians with physical custody who wish to sign up their children for gifts need to fill out the forms at Union Bank and Trust on Highway 20 in Valentine on or before Friday December 9.

Plans have been put into place for this years Valentine’s Heart of Christmas Celebration marking its seventh year, set to occur on Shop Small Town Saturday, which is November 26. The parade will be held once again on Green Street due to road constructiononMainStreet.Starting time will remain at 6:00 p.m.