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WNCC women’s soccer falls to Utah State-Eastern
The Western Nebraska Community College women’s soccer team played hard, but battling injuries, the Utah State-Eastern women scored two second-half goals to capture the 3-0 win Thursday morning at Landers Soccer Complex to open the season. WNCC coach Todd Rasnic said they have some work to do, but they will…
Study: Cover Crop utilization implication on lease agreements
The Nebraska Farm Real Estate Market Survey and Report 2023-2024 provides insight on recent trends in the market value of land and cash rental across the state. Each year, the special feature section covers topics on new or emerging issues related to the agricultural land industry in Nebraska. These topics…
Valmont Appoints Thomas Liguori as Chief Financial Officer
OMAHA, Neb.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Valmont® Industries, Inc. (NYSE: VMI), a global leader that provides vital infrastructure and advances agricultural productivity while driving innovation through technology, today announced that Thomas Liguori will join the Company as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective immediately. Mr. Liguori will lead the global finance and accounting…
KNEB.tv News: August 22, 2024
Today on KNEB.tv News: Former Nebraska Governor & current U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts makes a stop here in the Panhandle Nebraska Supreme Court Chief Justice Mike Heavican announces retirement Former Alliance man found guilty on child porn charges in federal court Man who pleaded guilty to animal cruelty charges sentenced…
Thursday Channel Final Bell with Mike Zuzolo with Global Commodity Analytics | 8/22/24
Navigating the current market landscape requires careful consideration of multiple factors that could significantly impact outcomes. The Canada Rail strike, for instance, presents logistical challenges that could disrupt supply chains and lead to delays or shortages, affecting market stability. Late in the day the strike was put into arbitration by…
Lyman Man Sentenced for Animal Cruelty After 21 Dogs Rescued from Squalid Camper
The man who was arrested after more than a dozen dogs were rescued from a filthy camper filled with feces and urine has been sentenced. In March, 45-year-old Jaydee Sims was arrested and charged with 21 counts of Cruelty of Animals. The Panhandle Humane Society and local veterinarians stepped in…
WNCC Foundation receives diesel tech donation from Nebraska Machinery Co.
The Western Nebraska Community College Foundation received $10,000 from Nebraska Machinery Company to provide scholarships for students in the Diesel, Truck & Heavy Equipment program at WNCC. This scholarship will be awarded to help with tuition, fees, or purchase of tools required for the program. Priority is given to full-time…
Gering begins spraying for mosquitos
The city of Gering is advising residents their program to minimize mosquitos is getting underway. Starting Aug. 22, the city will be spraying for the bothersome insects weekly on Thursdays. Anyone with questions about the process should contact Transportation Superintendent Casey Dahlgrin at 436-6835.
Husker Harvest Days highlights cattle with new beef showcase, educational seminars
Husker Harvest Days, the Farm Progress event that has always been synonymous with cattle, crops and community, is excited to announce a new addition this year: the BEEF Showcase. The BEEF Showcase stems from the Farm Progress publication BEEF magazine and is designed to provide a comprehensive destination for everything beef-related. Visitors will…
Scottsbluff Arson Suspect Arrested
A 26-year-old Scottsbluff woman is facing a felony arson charge after starting a fire in her bedroom in a trailer in southeast Scottsbluff. Late Monday night, authorities were dispatched to Jerry Drive for a fire that was started by Kendra Horrocks. Other residents at the home told officers there were…