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Lincoln-Many farmers and ranchers inquire about prevailing rates for various custom farm services. In addition to the regular biennial custom rates survey, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s Center for Agricultural Profitability has launched a new survey designed to provide market rate information for the Nebraska livestock industry. Producers and operators that perform and provide custom services for others, or that utilize custom services and pay others, are invited to participate in the survey.

True story. I recently listened to a man tell of an experience he’d had many years ago when he was young. He said that he was needing a car, and through a chain of conversations he learned about a beautiful car that was for sale in a town some distance away. The car’s make, model, and year sounded great to him and though it was a little above his price range, he decided to find a ride to the town where the car was located and check it out. So, off he went.

There are celebrations and commemorations both inside and outside the church that are momentous in terms of faith, citizenship, and living as people of thanksgiving and gratitude. The month of November is full of celebrations.

As is the norm, the media are once again pushing the time-honored practice of hyping up holiday travel plans, painting a perfect picture of gatherings around a table with friends and family during a peaceful and joyous Thanksgiving. Unless you have been living under a rock for the past few decades, you most likely know that Norman Rockwell type holiday settings are far and few between for many these days.

“Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 It is relatively easy for a child of God to do these three things, that is “rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks,” when things are going smoothly in life. It is essential, however, for a child of God to do them, when they are not!

Thanksgiving is a much anticipated and beloved holiday. Food is indeed a focus of Thanksgiving and that can be a little overwhelming if not intimidating for those tasked with hosting the celebration. Guests might come to expect certain Thanksgiving staples, including turkey and mashed potatoes. Such expectations can make it easier to plan a Thanksgiving menu, and sticking to Turkey Day standard bearers is not the only way to simplify meal planning on this beloved holiday.

North Platte-A free four-part virtual program to help adults over 40 organize their legal and financial documents will be held in 2025. “Organize this: Legal and Financial Must-Haves” aims to help participants organize important documents and prepare them to ask another person to serve as their power of attorney or personal agent.

Add exotic long-lasting orchid blossoms to your indoor garden. These living bouquets provide months of beauty with minimal care. Just provide the proper growing conditions and success is sure to follow.

Cody-Kilgore Unified Schools held a Veterans Day program, Monday, November 11, 2024, at the high school. Legion Post Commander Jerry Fullerton said the program began at noon with a lunch at the school for the veterans and their spouses.

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