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Midlands Contracting, Inc., continues construction of Storm Sewer, Sanitary Sewer, and Water Mains. All Sanitary Sewer is in place for the block of 3rd and Main to 4th and Main. Water Mains are placed and pressure checked, with water purity testing in progress.

Give your perennials a boost this spring with a topdressing of compost, aged manure, or other organic matter. It’s a great way to revive tired gardens, improve a garden’s overall health, and keep vibrant perennials healthy and blooming.

In early 2020, a young 22 year old woman had need of a place to stay. Her parents were divorcing, the other six siblings had found accommodations and this dog training business owner was wondering what God had for her. She was friends with an older couple who knew her parents and the sad situation the family was facing. In the course of their conversation, the older woman offered one of their spare bedrooms as a temporary place for this young entrepreneur - who eventually did move in. The homeowner expected a stay of three to five months, although when specifically asked about a timetable, said, “I think we’ll both know when the time is right for you to leave.” (Meaning God would make it plain.) It just sort of came out of her mouth; and when she heard herself say it out loud, she believed it to be absolutely true!

I ranched in the Nebraska Sandhills for many years. Looking back I reckon I was an old-fashioned rancher.

LINCOLN, NE (May 2, 2022) - Nebraska Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) announced they will be presenting the latest on the BQA and BQA Transportation (BQAT) programs and certifying/ recertifying producers in BQA and BQAT. The BQA and BQAT programs educates beef producers and transporters on animal health best management practices, proper stockmanship, and proper animal welfare guidelines.

On 04/25/2022 at 7:40 p.m., an officer was requested to respond to the 300 block of East B Street in regard to a theft from a motor vehicle. It was unknown when the items were stolen. No action taken.

Help document rare butterflies across Nebraska by getting trained to monitor for regal fritillaries and monarchs at one of three upcoming events. Trainings for the community science effort are: • May 21: 1:00-5:00 p.m.

WASHINGTON, DC. – U.S. Senator Deb Fischer, a strong supporter of pro-life policies, released the following statement on the Supreme Court’s deliberations in Dobbs vs. Jackson Women’s Health Organization:

ACTIVITIES Cards daily at 1:00 p.m. Men’s coffee group daily at 9:30 a.m.

Brayden and Bethany Hammer and daughter Paisley of Iowa arrived at the Rick and Kitty Vander-Wey home Wednesday. They had visited family in Pierre earlier, but arrived in time to get ready for and help with brandings on Friday and Saturday. They returned home on Sunday.