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Bluffs Woman Nabbed in Capri Motel Drug Bust Takes Plea Deal
There will be no trial for a Scottsbluff woman caught with a sizable amount of drugs at the Capri Motel. 35-year-old Stefine Ramos Juarez was slated to stand trial this month after investigators found stolen property, more than 800 suspected fentanyl pills, 11 grams of methamphetamine, cash and drug paraphernalia…
Missing Individuals Located in Morrill County Thanks to NSP Drone
The use of state-of-the-art technology helps authorities locate two missing individuals in Morrill County. The Nebraska State Patrol says early Wednesday morning, Sgt. Lassen was dispatched for a drone deployment to assist the Morrill County Sheriff's Office two locate the missing pair. Despite challenges like difficult terrain, Sgt. Lassen skillfully…
Federal transportation earmark provides major boost to taxiway project at Scottsbluff airport
Officials with the Western Nebraska Regional Airport say a federal funding earmark for the facility in the new transportation bill provides money that's vital for a project that's been at the top of their wishlist. Sen. Deb Fischer was able to secure $3.5 million for the airport, specifically for extension…
The John Deere Foundation Commits Nearly $4 Million in Grants to the National FFA Organization
MOLINE, Illinois (March 21, 2024) – Today, the John Deere Foundation announced a three-year grant totaling $3.9 million to the National FFA Organization (FFA), the premier organization preparing youth for leadership and careers in the science, business and technology of agriculture. The investment builds on the Foundation's legacy of philanthropy since its…
GHS Speech Team repeats as Class B State Champions
The Gering Bulldog Speech Team clinched the State Class B Championship Wednesday at Kearney High School, marking their second consecutive victory in the highly competitive arena. https://youtu.be/5-60ZWpp7l4 Under the guidance of coaches Tyler Thompson, Jenn Dillinger and John Boyd, the Gering Bulldogs had 12 entries roll into finals after initial…
WNCC Board declares vacancy in District 1
Western Community College Area Governors have declared a vacancy on the Board in the district representing Cherry, Sheridan, Dawes, Sioux and Grant counties. During Wednesday's board meeting, Chair Karen Anderson announced the need for the declaration due to the passing of District 1 representative Dr. Margaret Crouse. After the declaration,…
Reaction to New EPA Tailpipe Emissions Standards
LINCOLN, Nebraska – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released its final rule implementing new multi-pollutant emissions standards for light and medium-duty vehicles of model years 2027 through 2032. The rule creates a regulatory framework that the EPA projects will accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs). According to the provisions of the…
Dairy health threats from Texas: Kansas investigates possible case
Following warnings from the Nebraska Department of Agriculture and the Nebraska State Dairy Association (NSDA) regarding health concerns coming from dairy cattle in Texas, Kansas is investigating a possible case of the same health concerns in the southwest region of the state. As of March 20, Nebraska had no reported…
National Farmers Bylsma Focuses On Federal Milk Market Hearing Results
(CORALVILLE, Iowa) March 20, 2024—At National Farmers Convene ’24 last week, Dick Bylsma, National Sales Director and authority on the Federal Milk Marketing Order System updated members on the Federal Milk Order hearings that began last year. FMMO changes are important to dairymen because they set the stage for how…
High School Baseball Scores 3-20-24
Wednesday (03/20/2024) Bellevue East 13, Lincoln Northeast 4Creighton Preparatory School 10, Gretna 5Elkhorn 6, Omaha Westside 5Millard South 9, Lincoln Southwest 1