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Catch these Game and Parks education events in August

Catch these Game and Parks education events in August

Nebraska Game and Parks Commission educators have scheduled interesting and engaging events for the curious in August. 07/24/2024 12:00 AM

Seven outdoor activities to try after dark

Seven outdoor activities to try after dark

(By Renae Blum) Blazing temperatures can put a damper on outdoor fun during the day. So why not head outside after dark? Bring a friend and explore one of the following options under the cover of night. 07/24/2024 12:00 AM

Dust storm, snow hit Hastings in 1935

Dust storm, snow hit Hastings in 1935

During the 1930s, Nebraska suffered one of the most serious droughts in its history. In all parts of the state rainfall was far below normal. The dry powdered soil began to blow, and as dust storms obscured the sun, parts of Nebraska and the Great Plains became 'the Dust Bowl.' 07/24/2024 12:00 AM

Take beginning wildfowl carver course at Schramm

Take beginning wildfowl carver course at Schramm

Learn how to create a miniature duck decoy in four weekly sessions at Schramm Education Center from 3-7 p.m. July 27, Aug. 3, 10 and 17. Participants will work with experienced carvers of the Central Flyway Decoy Collectors and Carvers Club, who will lead them through the carving process to complete a miniature redhead duck decoy. 07/24/2024 12:00 AM

Getting ready for the fair.

Getting ready for the fair.

Getting ready for the fair. 07/24/2024 12:00 AM

Just Love Coffee Cafe brews up excitement atgrand opening in Plainview

Just Love Coffee Cafe brews up excitement atgrand opening in Plainview

PLAINVIEW – Get ready to experience a caffeine-fiieled celebration as Just Love Coffee Cafe celebrates its grand opening in downtown Plainview on Saturday, July 27, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Located at 413 West Locust Street, this new community hub promises to deliver a unique blend of coffee, food and hospitality. 07/24/2024 12:00 AM

Bloodmobile to be in Osmondd August

Bloodmobile to be in Osmondd August

6 OSMOND – Osmond General Hospital is coordinating the Tuesday, Aug. 6, visit of the American Red Cross Bloodmobile in Osmond. It will be held at the city auditorium from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. To schedule an appointment, go online to redcrossblood.org or call Osmond General Hospital at (402) 748-3393. 07/24/2024 12:00 AM

Village of Wausa issues reminder about’ trash containers

Village of Wausa issues reminder about’ trash containers

WAUSA – The village of Wausa recently issued a reminder to all residents that their trash containers need to be next to their street with the handles pointing toward their houses for garbage pickup. 07/24/2024 12:00 AM

Pillen directed agencies to make ‘unprecedented’ cuts ahead of special session

Pillen directed agencies to make ‘unprecedented’ cuts ahead of special session

LINCOLN – Days after signing an updated budget that he described as “fiscally sound,” Gov. Jim Pillen’s office quietly directed state agencies to slash $280 million. The goal: Help pay for a massive property tax cut he publicly unveiled a week before the expected start of a special legislative session Thursday. 07/24/2024 12:00 AM

Adventurous programs at the library

Adventurous programs at the library

The Lied Lincoln Township Library in Wausa hosted 4-H Youth Development Extension Assistant Kristine Tramp with Nebraska Extension in Knox County for summer reading July 15-16. This year, the two events, part of the 4-H Summer Reading Connections Program, included “Adventures in the Forest” and “Adventures in Food Science.” Each program included many crafts and hands-on learning activities – such as what Emmett Eifert is pictured doing with a magnifying glass – as well as snacks and reading opportunities for youth. The overall summer reading theme this year is “Adventure Begins at Your Library.” 07/24/2024 12:00 AM

Candidates still needed for Wausa Village Board

Candidates still needed for Wausa Village Board

CENTER – Candidates are still needed for the two seats up for election this year on the Wausa Village Board of Trustees. 07/24/2024 12:00 AM