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Potts Named Big Ten Freshman of the Year
Natalie Potts capped an outstanding regular season at Nebraska by being named the Big Ten Women's Basketball Freshman of the Year by the conference coaches on Tuesday, March 5. The 6-2 forward from O'Fallon, Mo., led all Big Ten freshmen in rebounding (5.4 rpg) and field goal percentage (.520), while…
Second Open House for Situla Solar Energy Project Tonight at Morrill Elementary
Representatives of the companies behind a proposed commercial-scale solar project in southwestern Scotts Bluff County will hold a second public forum this week. Scott Ickes with Situla Solar Energy Project will be joined by Two Dot Consulting Senior Project Manager Ethan Jahnke discussing various aspects of the proposal this evening…
Engaging Agriculture: Ideas For Estate and Transition Planning: Monetary Compensation
For many farm and ranch families, bringing children or grandchildren into the operation is the ultimate goal. Successfully bringing additional family members into the operation may require some creativity, as all parties need to maintain a viable standard of living. This series of articles will highlight ideas and tactics for…
Alliance Police Chief Hiring to be Discussed at Tuesday Council Meeting
The Alliance City Council meets tonight, and a handful of citizens have gotten on the agenda to speak on a hot-topic issue for residents. 30 minutes has been allocated for Karen Trussel, Tamara Wood, Jeff Schneider, Tim Smith, Spencer Sanchez, and Joshua Trussel to speak before the Alliance City Council…
Markowski Claims First-Team All-Big Ten Honors
Alexis Markowski captured first-team All-Big Ten honors, while Jaz Shelley added second-team accolades and Natalie Potts was named honorable-mention when the conference announced its annual postseason awards on Monday, March 5. Markowski, a 6-3 junior center from Lincoln, Neb., claimed first-team all-league honors after producing team-leading averages of 15.8 points…
Modest improvement in farmer sentiment, yet financial concerns loom
The February Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer reading reached 111, marking a 5-point rise from last month. The small uptick is attributed to producers expressing increased optimism about the future, with the Future Expectations Index climbing 7 points to 115. However, the Current Conditions Index remained unchanged. Despite their improved outlook for the future, farmers’…
Scottsbluff, Bridgeport set for Boys State Basketball Tournament
This week for the Boys State Basketball Tournament will be just like last week at the Girls State Tournament for us in terms of Rural Radio Network-Scottsbluff coverage as we'll have broadcasts for the Scottsbluff Bearcats and Bridgeport Bulldogs. No. 8 seed Bridgeport will play in the opening time slot…
Red Dirt stars Turnpike Troubadours headline Nebraska State Fair
The Nebraska State Fair has announced their headline concert, as the kings of Red Dirt music Turnpike Troubadours have been added to the 2024 Nebraska Lottery Concert Series. “Turnpike Troubadours are used to headlining major events and selling out arenas,” said Karli Schulz, Entertainment and Events Director. “We are thrilled they are coming…
USDA Announces Next Major Step in Promoting Competition in Agriculture and Advancing Economic Opportunity and Fairness for Growers
WASHINGTON, March 5, 2024 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced the finalization of Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act. The final rule will be effective 60 days following publication in the Federal Register. The final rule Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and…
Syngenta to Reduce Carbon Impact of Ocean Shipping with Maersk’s ECO Delivery
BASEL, Switzerland--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Syngenta Crop Protection, a leader in agricultural innovation, is to reduce its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from its logistics operations by using Maersk’s ECO Delivery solution for its ocean shipments. This follows the finalization of an agreement for the transport of containers using biofuel for a Europe-US shipping…
