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In the midst of droughts during the state’s driest year on record, homeowners struggle to maintain the ideal image of the impeccablymanicured, emerald-green front yard. As the weather turns to fall and Nebraskans finish up summer’s final yard work and prepare their lawns for cold weather, many may find themselves frustrated with brown, patchy grass or struggling garden beds.

October 24, 2022 – The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has created a new micromobility device safety webpage in response to the concerns fire officials have about the growing number of fires caused by lithiumion batteries that power electric bikes and electric scooters (e-bikes and e-scooters) as their popularity increases.

LINCOLN – Friday, October 14, Governor Pete Ricketts commented on the State’s net revenue receipts for September 2022, which topped projections by $110 million for the month. “Nebraska’s growth continues to be incredibly strong, creating opportunities for our families to enjoy the Good Life,” said Gov.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Deb Fischer (R-Neb.) and Mark Warner (D-VA.) introduced the Savings Security Act. The legislation would help the American people protect their savings from changes in inflation by increasing the public’s ability to utilize I Bonds, a type of savings bond created by the U.S. Treasury Department. Series I Savings Bonds were created so consumers could invest their hard-earned savings in something that isn’t hurt by inflation, earns a reasonable rate of return, and is backed by the full faith and credit of the federal government.

On 10/10/2022 at 3:36 p.m., an officer conducted a traffic stop near the intersection of 3rd and Cherry Streets. A 63 year old South Dakota man was cited for possession of marijuana less than one ounce, no driver’s license and not having a child restrained in a safety seat.

Withonlyahalf moontolightthe way to the downtown businesses, many did participate in the Moonlight Madness promotion by the Valentine Chamber of Commerce. “We had 23 people solve the mystery: It was Lee Stetson, who did it at Humdingers with a chainsaw.”

Halloween is one of the most exciting holidays for children, and the Poison Center would like to remind parents and care givers to follow a few simple steps to help everyone have a safe and happy Halloween. For more great poison prevention informationvisitwww.nebraskapoison. com and watch our video Doyou know what a Poison is? with Pinky our Poison Prevention Elephant. Here are a few tips and tricks!

On behalf of the Nebraska 4-H Foundation, and Nebraska Extension 4-H Youth Development, we want to express our deep gratitude for the immediate response of the hundreds of staff and volunteers locallyandbeyondtotheBoveeFire, October 2, 2022.

A burn ban was issued for Cherry County effective July 14, 2022, and continues. The ban primarily applies to permit required open burns such as brush piles, leaves, etc. All burn permits will remain suspended until the burn ban has been lifted. Please stay safe and practice fire prevention. Open pit fires, campfires, bale wrap, and the burning of yard waste or other materials is not allowed. Grills, gas fire pits, fireplaces, wood burning stoves, and burn barrels (properly secured to ground with fire grates or spark arresters) are permitted. Anyone found to be in violation of this burn ban could be held liable for damages caused by the spread of fire. Fire Chiefs urge landownerstokeep stock tanks full to help with water supply should the needariseandthanksinadvancefor their cooperation and assistance.

InSeptember2022,MerrittReservoir State Recreation Area became thefirstInternationalDarkSkyPark inNebraska.Thiscertificationcame from the International Dark-Sky Association, the world’s leading authority on light pollution and night sky preservation. It marked a huge milestone in elevating Nebraska as an astrotourism destination.