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Nebraska Farm Bureau comments on EPA’s latest Waters of the U.S. proposal

News Staff

Wednesday, January 14, 2026

LINCOLN, NEB. - Nebraska Farm Bureau (NEFB) submitted formal comments to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Army Corp of Engineers on its latest proposal addressing the federal definition of Waters of the United States (WOTUS) under the Clean Water Act.

Lincoln County Cattlemen to offer Extension programming at January 21 meeting

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Wednesday, January 14, 2026

NORTH PLATTE, NE.–– The Lincoln County Cattlemen will host a meeting January 21 at the Lincoln County Fairgrounds in North Platte, featuring educational programming from Nebraska Extension. The meeting will begin with a social at 5:30 p.m., followed by a meal at 6:00 p.m.

Clear the Piles two tire amnesty events set for 2026

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Wednesday, January 14, 2026

Stacks of old tires taking up space on farms, ranches, and back lots will soon have a responsible place to go. Two events, both funded through Waste Reduction and Recycling Incentive Grants from the Nebraska Department of Water, Energy, and Environment, will be held locally in the spring of 2026.

Register for Private Pesticide Training and Certified Chemigation Training

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Wednesday, January 14, 2026

Private pesticide safety training has been set for Perkins, Chase, and Dundy Counties. Applicators are encouraged to attend one of the training sessions if their license is expiring or if they need to go to initial training. For training sessions outside Perkins, Chase, and Dundy Counties, visit pested.unl.edu.

Mountain lion season ends in Niobrara Unit

News Staff

Wednesday, January 14, 2026

The 2026 mountain lion hunting season in Nebraska’s Niobrara Unit closed Jan. 6 when the harvest sublimit of three females was met.

Lakeview Area News

Jean Burge

Wednesday, January 14, 2026

Spending Christmas Day with Jack and Bonnie VanderWey was their son Jason and his wife Shelly, Nigel and daughter Scarlet, Cody, Shyla and children Wesley and Salem. Vern and Marlys Walkling enjoyed one of their Christmas gifts last Sunday - a night at Spearfish Canyon Lodge.

Winter at Fort Niobrara

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Wednesday, January 14, 2026

by BJ Roshone As the winter deepens and the snow blankets the Sandhills, Fort Niobrara shines brighter than ever thanks to the combined efforts of soldiers and townsfolk from Valentine. This week, the garrison transformed its parade grounds and quarters into a festive scene worthy of the season.

Share a Valentine from Valentine with area Veterans!

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Wednesday, January 14, 2026

Leo Brinda Unit #90 American Legion Auxiliary invites everyone to create homemade Valentines for area veterans. Around 1,000 are needed per year to reach regional veteran homes and individuals. Cards must be no larger than 8.5” x 11”. Drop off at Valentine Public Library or KVSH Radio by 5:30 p.m. on February 2.

Senior Center News

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Wednesday, January 14, 2026

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From My Window By Yvonne Hollenbeck

Wednesday, January 14, 2026

The 2025 holidays are over as are the many events and activities we enjoyed this past year, and a new year has begun. With the new year, preparations are well underway for annual events, and some have already comm enced, such as the National Western Stock Show in Denver.

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