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When the weather dips below freezing in Valentine, most of the city’s residents do their best to stay indoors as much as possible. However, during the last several years, local community members and organizations have volunteered to stand outside, braving biting winds and bone-chilling temperatures to ring bells asking for donations. Since the Salvation Army first began collecting donations in their signature red kettles in the late 1800s, the organization has relied on volunteers to do the bulk of its bell ringing.

Lincoln –In the past week, the Nebraska Department of Agriculture (NDA), in conjunction with the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Animal Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has detected two cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in poultry flocks in Nebraska. These cases represent the second and third cases of HPAI in Nebraska poultry in 2024.

Lincoln – Nebraska’s minimum wage will increase to $13.50 per hour effective January 1, 2025. In accordance with an initiative passed by voters in November of 2022, the minimum wage will increase $1.50 each year through 2026, followed by an annual cost of living increase beginning in 2027. The minimum hourly wage for tipped employees is $2.13 per hour. Employers are responsible for ensuring that wages and tips combined equal at least the minimum wage.

It was a horrible day for me, and I want to share with as many as I can. I came close to losing $10,000 in a highly sophisticated scam and want to warn others. Once again, knowing God’s protection. I tried to call Microsoft regarding my bill. After a half hour of getting nowhere trying to talk to a person, I Googled for a direct line for customer service, and a number came up that I called. Looking back, this should have been a clue that this was a scam because I immediately got to talk to someone, and this never happens.

“All I want for Christmas is a bigger yard, more room, a large basement, and for the kids to each have their own room...” Well, Santa could deliver this for you. In fact, you even have a choice! Valentine Economic Development along with the City of Valentine has two homes that are completely built at 115 and 117 North Edna Street, and one in the process of being built on Ray Street.

Day 95 of 263 - Work to improve the project detour continues. NDOT Maintenance and Cherry County forces continue to make improvements, address issues, and work to make this detour safer.

When the weather dips below freezing in Valentine, most of the city’s residents do their best to stay indoors as much as possible. However, during the last several years, local community members and organizations have volunteered to stand outside, braving biting winds and bone-chilling temperatures to ring bells asking for donations. Since the Salvation Army first began collecting donations in their signature red kettles in the late 1800s, the organization has relied on volunteers to do the bulk of its bell ringing.

To the Editor, Many thanks to the “group of local citizens” who have committed to purchasing the Valentine Midland News! As a Valentine native and frequent visitor over the many years since I moved away after graduating from VHS, I have really enjoyed being able to keep informed about local goings-on, thanks to the Midland News. On the day the newspaper’s demise was announced on the front page, I counted half a dozen acquaintances in photos published the same day! And the annual high school reunion photos are a real treat, as they allow one to see people one to three years younger and one to three years older—those who were in VHS at the same time but who are never at the same reunions! “Valentine Midland News to continue publishing” was a super day-brightener! Regards, Mary Ann May-Pumphrey San José, CA.

The Better Business Bureau (BBB) of the Midwest Plains and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Omaha Field Office are partnering this holiday season to raise awareness of the increased risks of scams during peak shopping periods. As online holiday sales in the U.S. are projected to reach nearly $240 billion this year, consumers are urged to stay vigilant and follow safe shopping practices to protect their money and personal information.