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CSC announces Dean’s List Chadron State College has announced the undergraduate students qualifying for the Spring 2024 Dean’s List. Students met the requirements for the Dean’s List by earning at least a 3.5 cumulative grade point average.

Welcome to the Sandhills! The 2024 Sandhills Ranch Interns have officially started their summer internships. In its second year of the Sandhills Ranch Internship Program, The Sandhills Task Force has successfully connected 11 interns with key ranchers across Nebraska. The number of strong candidates applying for the program has been exceptional, and we are especially excited about the interns this year. We look forward to hearing all about their successful experiences.

What could be more inviting along Valentine’s Main Street - aside from quaint shops? Sculptures! They add interest, and allow the traveler, walker, or anyone who happens to pass by them, to wonder about the intention of the artist.

Volunteers from the Middle Niobrara NRD and Valentine Cemetery Board planted, mulched, watered, and installed tree protectors on 60 trees along the road and columbarium on the south side of Mount Hope Cemetery in Valentine. Trees planted were nine conifers, including: Douglas Fir and Eastern White Cedar; seven shrubs including Serviceberry and Dogwood; and 44 hardwoods including: Oak, Hackberry, Kentucky Coffee Tree, Walnut, Hickory and Chestnut.

Rhonda Cherry, of Cherry County, is one of 11 individuals receiving Outstanding Adult Volunteer Awards. These awards recognize current volunteers who have served more than four years in their local 4-H community. One individual is recognized for each Nebraska Extension Engagement Zone.

Seventh graders, along with the Middle Niobrara NRD staff of Rick Joseph, James Battershaw, Chandler Schmidt, Josh Purdy, Travis Reagle, Mike Murphy, and Kyle Temple planted, mulched, and watered trees at Water Tower Hill. Trees planted were around 350 Ponderosa Pine plugs and

Spring has sprung, flowers are blooming, the bite of winter is gone. However, the bite merely changed into something more personal. Between mosquitoes, ticks, snakes, spiders, and bees, how can we protect ourselves when we want to spend time outdoors? Whether it crawls, slithers or flies, your Poison Center has some tips for avoiding and treating those pesky bites and stings.

From iconic Central Park in NYC to the scenic paths of Golden Gate Park in San Francisco, and along the bustling Lakefront Trail in Chicago, the U.S. is home to an array of stunning outdoor workout locales. These spots are more than just a place to exercise; they are destinations offering breathtaking views that elevate the fitness experience.

Since 2006, the Nebraska School Activities Association and the Nebraska Chiropractic Physicians Association have recognized students who have been nominated by their schools, based on their individual academic excellence, leadership, and significant contributions made to their NSAA activity.

The Berean Church at 702 East 7th St. will be hosting a Saturday evening service June 8 at 7:00 p.m. What to expect when you attend: A warm welcome, encouraging worship music, a message from the Bible, an opportunity to share prayer requests, a good time of fellowship with other people. Please call Pastor Scott, 402-389-0377 with any questions.