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Leafy Spurge, Serious Perennial Weed

Leafy Spurge, Serious Perennial Weed

Considered one of the most serious perennial weed species, leafy spurge is threatening millions of acres of pasture and rangeland in the western United States. It is one of the most persistent and difficult to control pe rennial weeds yet encountered. The acreage infested with leafy spurge has increased at an alarming rate. 10/16/2024 12:00 AM

Nebraska state parks mark Color Blindness Awareness Month

Nebraska state parks mark Color Blindness Awareness Month

During this International Color Blindness Awareness Month, Nebraska Game and Parks is launching its campaign to make the outdoors more enjoyable to those with color blindness. 10/16/2024 12:00 AM

FIRST AT YANKTON

FIRST AT YANKTON

FIRST AT YANKTON - The Osmond Marching Tigers finished in first place in Class D at the March to the Meridian parade at Yankton on Saturday, October 12. Band director Christalin Ginn praised the students, saying, "What an incredible achievement for our talented group! A huge thank you to our amazing seniors for leading the way and guiding us through a season where we placed in every parade we participated in. Your dedication and passion have truly inspired us all! We also want to express our heartfelt gratitude to the parents, bus drivers, and students who played a vital role in making this marching season not just successful but unforgettable. Your support, hard work, and teamwork made all the difference! Let's keep celebrating our accomplishments together as we look forward to more musical adventures ahead!" The Marching Tigers also placed first in Class D at the Columbus Marching Festival on September 28, and placed third in Class D in the Harvest of Harmony parade in Grand Island on October 5. 10/16/2024 12:00 AM

Vikings fall to Crofton Warriors

Vikings fall to Crofton Warriors

CROFTON – Friday Oct. 11, found the Wausa-Osmond Vikings on the road to face the Crofton Warriors, who are favored to win the district outright. It was a beautiful night for football and perhaps the last before the real cold starts setting in. 10/16/2024 12:00 AM

Crop progress and condition reported

Crop progress and condition reported

LINCOLN – For the week ending Oct. 6, 2024, there were 6.9 days suit- able for fieldwork, according to the USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Service. Topsoil moisture supplies rated 36% very short, 40% short, 23% adequate, and 1% surplus. Subsoil moisture supplies rated 30% very short, 43% short, 26% adequate, and 1% surplus. 10/16/2024 12:00 AM

Trenton Wiseley medaled at conference meet

Osmond competes in conference meet

BLOOMFIELD – On Friday, Oct. 11, the Osmond cross country team competed in the Lewis & Clark conference meet at Rolling Hills golf course. 10/16/2024 12:00 AM

State’s crop production report released

State’s crop production report released

LINCOLN – Based on Oct. 1 conditions, Nebraska’s 2024 corn production is forecast at 1.90 billion bushels, up 10% from last year’s production, according to the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service. Area to be harvested for grain, at 9.70 million acres, is up 2% from a year ago. Yield is forecast at 196 bushels per acre, up 14 bushels from last year. If realized, this would be a new record high for both production and yield. 10/16/2024 12:00 AM

Free personal estate planning guide from Nebraska Public Media

Free personal estate planning guide from Nebraska Public Media

LINCOLN – Estate planning is important for everyone, no matter their age or wealth. A thoughtfully prepared estate plan can safeguard finances and inheritance, as well as guide future health decisions, provide for loved ones and create a legacy. 10/16/2024 12:00 AM

School board members with OCS Superintendent Skip Bremer are, back row: Larry Krohn, Justin Koehler, Mark Moes; front row: Tiffany Rice, Tyler Gansebom, Michelle Reikofski, Bremer

Osmond school board receives NASB Board of Excellence Award

The Nebraska Association of School Boards (NASB), board of directors and staff recognized 12 districts across the state with the 2024 Board Awards during nine area meetings throughout August and September. 10/16/2024 12:00 AM

St. Mary’s to host tavern drive-through

St. Mary’s to host tavern drive-through

OSMOND – St. Mary’s Elementary School is planning a tavern drive-through on Friday, Oct. 18, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the school. Menu includes tavern or hot dog, chips and dessert. Proceeds of the meal will go toward student education. 10/16/2024 12:00 AM

Sieckes to celebrate diamond anniversary

Sieckes to celebrate diamond anniversary 10/16/2024 12:00 AM