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“Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moths and vermin destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moths and vermin do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.”

OMAHA, (AP)-Nebraska schools are getting conflicting advice from state and federal health officials over whether students should quarantine after contact with someone who tests positive for COVID-19. The Omaha World-Herald reports that the state Department of Health and Human Services is telling schools that students who had contact with an infected person would not have to quarantine as long as they don't have any symptoms of COVID-19.

Blueberries are one of the most nutritional foods loaded with antioxidants that fight cancer, disease, and the effects of aging while helping preserve your eyesight. Boost the benefits by growing your own blueberries. The act of gardening helps strengthen our muscles, increase flexibility, fights stress and boosts our mood.

After several months of coordination between local and district officials, and upon recommendation of the Department President and approval of the National President, Valentine Auxiliary to VFW Post No. 5138 has been approved for reactivation and is recorded at National Headquarters as a functioning Auxiliary.

LINCOLN-Duck hunters must choose between two daily bag limits when they register for their Harvest Information Program number this year. Nebraska and South Dakota are entering a new “two-tier” program starting with the 2021-2022 regular duck season.

LINCOLN, (AP)-Nebraska now faces a projected $101.6 million budget shortfall despite a surge in tax collections, largely because of a new tax credit for property owners that grows when state tax revenues increase, state officials said Thursday.

The Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) has announced that, for the first time, hay harvesting permit applications for the public will be accepted through an online application portal beginning July 30 at 7:00 a.m. CDT.

Wall and Hot Springs, SD. (July 19, 2021) Due to forecasts of continuing dry and warm conditions, continued drought, multiple wildfires throughout South Dakota and continued increase of visitor usage, the NNFG enters Stage 1 Fire Restrictions began at 12:01 a.m. Tuesday, July 20, 2021. Stage 1 fire restrictions limit certain activities and where and what type of fires visitors can have. This Forest Order covers the Buffalo Gap National Grassland, Fall River and Wall Ranger Districts and will remain in place until rescinded. The purpose of this Order is to protect public health, safety, and natural resources by preventing wildfires. Areas near the Buffalo Gap National Grassland have already implemented fire restrictions or are in the process of placement of fire restrictions, these include the Black Hills National Forest, Nebraska National Forests and Grasslands; Fort Pierre and Pine Ridge Ranger Districts including county burn bans in Jackson and Jones Counties.

Valentine Senior Center Thursday, July 29 - Taco salad, Mexican cornbread, pears. Friday, July 30 - Fish fillet, mac and cheese, beets, green beans, bread, peaches.

SIOUX FALLS, SD, (AP)-South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem announced Monday the state finished the last fiscal year with an $86 million surplus.