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Jaycie Grace Cox of Valentine graduated from University of Nebraska at Kearney Friday, July 31, 2026. Cox earned an Honorable Mention, gpa 3.50-3.69, Bachelor of Science in Agribusiness..

Private boat launch services at Lake McConaughy State Recreation Area will provide the best access to Nebraska’s largest lake for the remainder of the season. Due to longstanding drought, water levels continue to drop at the irrigation reservoir in Keith County.

The 50th Annual Nebraska Youth Smallbore Silhouette Invitational will be September 26 at Pressey Wildlife Management Area in Custer County. This free event is open to youth ages 11 and older who can prove they have completed Hunter Education and have not graduated high school.

Heading into the back-to-school season, Nebraska Game and Parks state park areas are adjusting operating hours and some services due to a limited workforce. “We have had a tremendous and busy year in Nebraska’s state parks and recreation areas,” said Jeff Fields, state parks administrator.

Low water levels from drought and irrigation are limiting access to lakes in northwestern Nebraska. Joe Rydell, northwest district fisheries supervisor for the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission, has provided information about the following lakes in his region.

Hoi (Hello), from Switzerland! I have had the opportunity to learn firsthand about the country's dairy industry after moving to my 3rd host family that live in yet a different canton of Switzerland, Zurich. Brown Swiss cattle are the breed of choice on this Swiss dairy, allowing me to experience a hands on and unique approach to this country’s dairy industry.

Hunters ages 12 through 29 must have proof on their person of the completion of: • Firearm Hunter Education while hunting any game with a firearm or air gun. • Bowhunter Education while hunting deer, antelope, elk or bighorn sheep with a bow or crossbow.

Common mullein is an invasive biennial weed that can spread rapidly into pastures. First year seeds prefer to germinate and form rosette plants in disturbed or tilled soils. Then, second year mullein plants enter the bolting stage, developing yellow flowering seed head spikes. Due to recent mild winters, mullein winter survival has been high.

There is a saying “take half and leave half” with regard to grazing. However, with the weather events this past year, some producers are concerned about long-term overgrazing since this can reduce grass production and profits for years. Overgrazing often leads to higher feed costs, lower carrying capacity, and more expensive pasture recovery over time.

Lincoln, NE, August 4, 2026 — The Nebraska Grazing Exchange, an online platform connecting livestock producers with landowners offering forage, plays an increasingly important role in improving grazing access, supporting livestock health, and strengthening community collaboration across Nebraska.