UW Extension Releases Updated Food Preservation Publication

UW Extension Releases Updated Food Preservation Publication

Just in time for canning season, the University of Wyoming Extension has updated and expanded its signature food preservation publication, “Preserving Food in Wyoming.” This free downloadable resource is designed to help Wyoming residents safely can or freeze their harvest at home. Appropriate for both experienced and aspiring food preservers,…
Wanted Torrington man arrested at Scotts Bluff Co Fair

Wanted Torrington man arrested at Scotts Bluff Co Fair

A Torrington man wanted on an outstanding felony warrant is behind bars. Scotts Bluff County Sheriff Mark Overman says last Thursday around 10:36 p.m., deputies working security at the Scotts Bluff County Fair recognized Reginald Smith of Torrington entering the beer garden area. https://youtu.be/xn6Owfshewk Deputies had investigated an assault case…
Nebraska SMART Expands Impact

Nebraska SMART Expands Impact

Nebraska Success Made Accessible through Rural Tutoring (SMART) has reached several significant milestones in the past year, according to Julie Dickerson, Director of Nebraska SMART. Those milestones include Nebraska SMART expanding its services, tripling its student population base, and receiving positive feedback from students and parents across Nebraska. Launched in…
300+ acres burn in Sioux Co. grass fire

300+ acres burn in Sioux Co. grass fire

Officials say several hundred acres of grassland burned in southeastern Sioux County Friday, drawing a heavy response from fire crews. Fire Chief Carissa Schank-Grubbs says at about 5:47 p.m., Scottsbluff Rural Fire was dispatched to a large grass fire in Sioux County on Sugar Factory Road. The blaze, dubbed the…
Nebraska cattle businesses receive grants for clean energy projects

Nebraska cattle businesses receive grants for clean energy projects

The USDA is partnering with farmers and businesses, including three in Nebraska, to expand access to clean energy and lower energy bills through the Rural Energy for America Program.   Marx Land & Livestock Inc. in Rushville will receive just shy of $9,000 to help install a 190 kilowatt (kW)…
Nebraska State Capitol to Shine Purple on Purple Heart Day

Nebraska State Capitol to Shine Purple on Purple Heart Day

In honor of Purple Heart Day, the Nebraska State Capitol will be illuminated in purple light on August 7, weather permitting. In addition, a proclamation recognizing Purple Heart Day in Nebraska will be signed by Governor Pillen on August 19. “Everyone who answers the call to protect our nation sacrifices…
FFA receives grant from Microsoft to expand precision agriculture education

FFA receives grant from Microsoft to expand precision agriculture education

Dozens of FFA chapters around the United States are getting a new classroom resource for the 2024-25 school year as part of a Microsoft grant. The grant will help FFA members and advisors launch a new version of FarmBeats for Students, a hands-on education program built around precision agriculture that…
Alliance Woman Accused of Taking $60,000 From 85-Year-Old

Alliance Woman Accused of Taking $60,000 From 85-Year-Old

A 60-year-old Alliance woman is accused of taking more than $60,000 from an 85-year-old woman living at a care center in Box Butte County. Felony charges of Abuse of a Vulnerable Adult and Theft by Unlawful Taking were filed against Kay Wallace last month, and she made her first court…
KNEB.tv News: August 2, 2024

KNEB.tv News: August 2, 2024

Today on KNEB.tv News: Former Scottsbluff postal employee sentenced for embezzling from the local branch of the National Association of Letter Carriers Alliance woman accused of stealing $60,000 from 85-year-old Rural Bluffs man takes plea deal in meth distribution case Lawmakers talk legislation that would limit increases in valuation of…