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I would love to nominate Brayden Grubham as scholar of the week. I cannot tell you how proud I am of what Brayden has accomplished in Info Tech second semester. Adjusting to the demands of high school responsibilities was not easy for this young man and my class was a challenge for him in the first semester; but let me tell you, he got things figured out this semester. Brayden is completing his work on time. He is being proactive about getting work done before he is gone for school events. He is producing good work. He is doing this all independently. I am sure that I am not the only teacher seeing Brayden’s growth this school year! Brayden, you are doing a fabulous job, keep up the good work, and thank you for all of your effort! - Alana Cardinal, Business Teacher

LINCOLN – Last week, Governor Pete Ricketts and 14 other Governors submitted a joint letter to President Biden regarding his executive order on the climate issued January 27, 2021. The President’s executive order set a goal of restricting “at least 30 percent of our lands and waters by 2030” (30 x 30). Currently, about 97 percent of land in Nebraska is privately owned.

VALENTINE — This spring as COVID-19 vaccines become more available and people resume some of their favorite activities, the American Red Cross is reminding the public that the need for blood remains. Healthy individuals are encouraged to make a blood donation appointment now. But what about those who’ve received a COVID-19 vaccine – can they donate?

Ian Bish has been selected as the Head Football Coach at Valentine High School. Mr. Bish has served as an assistant varsity football coach the previous four years at Valentine. Mr. Bish has also served as the head girls basketball coach the past three years and will continue in this role as well.

Before the Prairie Plaza, it was Advanced Pet Care Clinic, a veterinarian clinic and pet boarding facility owned by Dr. Michelle Huddle, DVM. “After many prayers Chris and I decided to close the practice and put my career on hold to allow more quality time for my faith and three children, Elijah, 8, Corbyn, 5, and Ellyana, 3. Advanced Pet Care Clinic closed in the fall of 2019, after nine years of operation, and serving so many pets in the two state area.”

Increase your growing success by giving your transplants a good start with a few simple planting techniques. Preparing them for the transition outdoors and planting properly will help you grow your best garden yet.

LINCOLN, April 13, 2021 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) has funding available to Nebraska’s farmers and ranchers to develop Conservation Activity Plans. These plans are developed to help identify and find solutions for specific natural resource concerns on a farming operation. Applications for this year’s funding are currently being accepted at local NRCS offices through June 18.

Band Students (From Left to Right) Back Row: Grant Springer, Sean Springer, Mireya LaPointe, Kaylee Hanson, Kenny Shelbourn, Riece Rivera, Traven Fletcher, James Woodraska, Holden O’Dell Middle Row: Armani Koltz, Grady Russell, Elli Springer, Calvin Stoeger, Preston Stoeger, Caitlynn Mack, Johnny Kruger, Tamara Benedict, Mrs. Springer Front: Shyanne Urbin, Grace Maunu, Finley Mosner, Kyler Stanley Not Pictured: Emma Richards, Mackenzie Ward, and Mrs.

Cherry County 4-H’s annual fund raiser Luck of the Draw was postponed from its usual date in conjunction with Bull Bash due to weather. It will now be held on Saturday, April 24, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. CT at the Cherry County Fairgrounds. Local 4-H youth and leaders will join with the community to raise funds for the Cherry County 4-H program. These funds support 4-H programming supplies and clinicians, trophies, ribbons, awards, scholarships, exhibitor T-shirts and more. Nearly 250 4-H members and 75 volunteers are involved in Cherry County 4-H.

SIOUX FALLS, SD (AP) _ Law enforcement officials are hoping a $15,000 reward will lead to a crack in the 1992 slaying of a Yankton teenager. Yankton police Cmdr.