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New season of ‘Backyard Farmer’ sprouts April 4

New season of ‘Backyard Farmer’ sprouts April 4

LINCOLN – The popular lawn and garden series “Backyard Farmer” begins its 72nd season at 7 p.m. CT, Thursday, April 4, on Nebraska Public Media. 03/27/2024 12:00 AM

Spring Lambs or Lions

Spring Lambs or Lions

There are several variations of the infamous, “If you don’t like the weather 03/27/2024 12:00 AM

Pierce County Communities for Kids holds provider gallery walk

Pierce County Communities for Kids holds provider gallery walk

In the spring of 2023, the communities of Pierce County were selected to be part of Nebraska Children and Families Foundation Communities for Kids, a state-wide initiative which supports young children, families and those providing their care. The Communities for Kids initiative is a multi-year planning and implementation initiative that was created in response to community requests for assistance with shortages of high-quality early childhood care and education programs. These shortages impact children’s optimal development and pose a challenge for communities hoping to attract and retain the viable workforce they need to thrive. 03/27/2024 12:00 AM

Annual high school art show shines spotlight on student talent

Annual high school art show shines spotlight on student talent

center at Wakefield High School was transformed into a vibrant gallery of creativity on Tuesday, March 19, as students proudly showcased their artistic masterpieces at the annual Wakefield Art Club BIG Show. From captivating paintings to intricate sculptures, the event is a testament to the diverse talents and boundless imagination of the various schools' budding artists. Students from Allen, Bloomfield, Clarkson, Crofton, Homer, Howells-Dodge, Osmond, Pender, Ponca, Stanton, Wausa, Wakefield, Wynot, and Sargent Bluff-Lutton had artwork on display. 03/27/2024 12:00 AM

Student SAEs shine in proficiency competition

Student SAEs shine in proficiency competition

Agricultural Proficiency Awards honor FFA members who, through supervised agricultural experiences, have developed specialized skills that they can apply toward their future careers. Nationally, students can compete for awards in nearly 50 areas ranging from agricultural communications to wildlife management. Members of the Osmond FFA Chapter submitted 10 applications to the District 4 FFA Proficiency Review on Jan. 31. The results were as follows: Matthew Alderson, Top Gold in agricultural education (state qualifying), Top Gold in agricultural mechanics repair and maintenance placement (state qualifying), Second Gold in poultry production (state qualifying); Cody Gansebom, Top Gold in turf grass management (state qualifying), Top Gold in swine production placement (state qualifying); Ava Reikofski, Second Gold in forage production (state qualifying); Alexa Aschoff, Second Gold in vegetable production; Addi von Rentzell, Second Gold in goat production; Keely Gubbels, Silver in ag services; James Doyle, Silver in hospitality, restaurants, and tourism. The state-qualifying applications were submitted for review at the Nebraska State Proficiency Review, which was held on Saturday, Feb. 24, in Kearney at the Younes Conference Center. Matthew Alderson made state finalist (Top 3) in both ag education and ag mechanics repair and maintenance. Matthew will interview Wednesday, April 3, at the Graduate Hotel in Lincoln for his final ranking. Cody Gansebom received Gold in swine production placement and Silver in turf grass management. Ava Reikofski got Silver in forage production. "Combined, these FFA members have worked in excess of 700 hours on their SAE projects outside of regular classroom time," commented FFA Advisor Jessica Evans. "These FFA members have shown great dedication to their projects and have been rewarded for their hard work. Best of luck to Matthew as he competes for the chance to represent the state of Nebraska at the National FFA Convention." 03/27/2024 12:00 AM

Primary election ballot certified

Primary election ballot certified

Secretary of State Bob Evnen certi- fied the statewide ballot for the May 14, 2024, primary election. Nebraska Revised Statutes section 32-801 states the Secretary must certify candidates, offices and issues to be placed on the statewide ballot at least 50 days before the primary election. 03/27/2024 12:00 AM

Springtime in Nebraska?

Springtime in Nebraska?

OSMOND – The calendar might say it’s springtime, but in Osmond, it feels more like winter. The rain that started the end of last week turned into a Winter Weather Advisory on Sunday, which continued through early Tuesday morning. This area got about an inch of precipitation, but it quickly turned to ice and then blowing snow, and school was canceled on Monday and Tuesday. 03/27/2024 12:00 AM

Sharing beautiful music. . .

Sharing beautiful music. . .

The Osmond junior high and senior high bands and choruses performed a variety of numbers at the spring concert on Monday, March 18. The evening began with “Ease On Down The Yellow Brick Road,” “Pure Imagination” featuring Korrine Moes and “Oklahoma” by the junior high chorus, followed by “Princess And The Frog” by the junior and senior high mixed chorus with a number of soloists. The senior high then sang “Vox,” “A Song Sung Once and “Climbin’ Up The Mountain.” The junior high band then performed “A Million Dreams,” “Bring Him Home” featuring Trenton Wiseley and “You’re Welcome.” The senior high concert band concluded the evening with “Fragile” featuring Erica Heiman and “Kyiv, 2022.” 03/27/2024 12:00 AM

2024 golf season set to begin April 1

2024 golf season set to begin April 1

Back for a second year of play are seniors Caydence Krienert and Tessa Gardner and sophomore Meagan Wagner. New members of this year’s team are junior Erin Wagner and freshman Kooper Gubbels. 03/27/2024 12:00 AM

OHS athletes named All-conference

OHS athletes named All-conference

OSMOND – Five Osmond High School athletes have received Lewis and Clark Conference basketball honors for the Osmond-Randolph Hawks season. 03/27/2024 12:00 AM

School board fields questions regarding basketball issue

School board fields questions regarding basketball issue

OSMOND – The District 42R Board of Education conducted a special meeting on March 19 to discuss recent cooperative history and to get public input regarding the future of the Osmond basketball program. 03/27/2024 12:00 AM