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LINCOLN, NE – Governor Jim Pillen issued the following statement regarding efforts by some senators to water down the local government spending caps in the property tax relief package currently moving through the Legislature: “I will veto any bill that comes to my desk with local government property tax collection caps that are weaker than those included in LB34 when it passed general file consideration Tuesday, August 13. That bill allowed for property tax collection growth of zero percent or inflation, whichever is greater, and included commonsense exceptions for law enforcement and public safety investments necessary to keep our communities secure.

One of the most exciting things we can do for the places we love is make a planned gift. Exciting might not be the first word we associate with making a will, which is the simplest and most common way to make a charitable planned gift, but bear with me for a moment.

The view of Scotts Bluff emerged in 64th place overall. This was followed by the view of Chimney Rock in 100th place.

The Valentine Methodist Church will host their annual Ice Cream Social, Wednesday, August 21 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. There will be sloppy joes and chips in addition to the homemade ice cream and pies.

Lincoln— The Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT), Nebraska State Patrol (NSP), and the Lincoln Police Department (LPD) held a press event at the Nebraska State Patrol Headquarters in Lincoln to launch the ‘Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over’ mobilization, taking place August 14 – September 2, 2024. Vicki Kramer, NDOT Director, was joined by Colonel John Bolduc of the NSP, MADD Advocate Toby Antonson, and Chief Michon Morrow of the LPD to discuss the goals and importance of this campaign.

Marvanne Logterman traveled to Montana last Wednesday to visit family. Her brother Dave and Wendy Feddes and their two youngest were also visiting from Chicago.

ACTIVITIES Cards/Board Games/Pool available daily. Men’s coffee group daily at 9:30 a.m.

The new school year is full of new opportunities! Help your child navigate the new school year safely by following a few tips: Younger Students: • Remind young children that markers, crayons, glue, glitter, and other school supplies belong on paper and not in their mouths. Supervise young children while using supplies as they can easily be splashed in the eyes, swallowed, or spilled on the skin.

Lincoln-The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services recognizes August as National Immunization Awareness Month which highlights the importance of obtaining recommended vaccinations. “As children head back to school this fall, scheduling routine vaccinations and wellness checks with primary care providers should be a top priority for Nebraskan families,” said Dr.

Our brain releases chemicals into our body that impact functions in our body, such as our mood. There are four chemicals that commonly support “feeling good,” and they are also known as “happiness chemicals.” These four chemicals are dopamine, oxytocin, serotonin, and endorphins.