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Corn, soybeans catch up after storm damage, late start to planting | Fridays in the Field
When Memorial Day approached this year, the Smiths in Portsmouth, Iowa, only had one field planted. Fast forward to August, father-son duo Galen and David said the crops are growing well. "We were trying to get a lot of things done before we started planting," said Galen, the father. "And…
Counting Bee Colonies
Honey bee colonies for operations with five or more colonies in Nebraska as of January 1, 2024 totaled 17,500 according to the USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Service. The number of colonies in Nebraska on April 1, 2024 was 11,000. During 2023, honey bee colonies on January 1, April 1, July…
KNEB.tv News: August 1, 2024
Today on KNEB.tv News: Increased sports tourism, impact and execution discussed during work session for the Scotts Bluff County Board Evacuations Lifted in Pleasant Valley-Haystack fire in Eastern Wyoming Bayard Sen. Steve Erdman Introduces LB16, the EPIC Option Consumption Tax Local Kids Shine in Scotts Bluff County 4H Poultry Show…
Scottsbluff Dunkin’ Donates to Life Change Connection
The Scottsbluff Dunkin' presented a $4,000 check yesterday to Neal Blomenkamp of Life Change Connection. The funds came from Dunkin's grand opening celebration, and Blomenkamp says he's grateful for the donation to help those living with diabetes. ""You know, it's just absolutely amazing. You get these great sizable donations. And…
Former postal union local president sentenced for falsifying records to cover theft
A 43-year-old former Postal Service employee convicted of falsifying local union financial records to cover up embezzlement will spend limited time behind bars. United States Attorney Susan Lehr Thursday announced that Jacob Wilkins of Mitchell was sentenced on July 31 in federal court in Lincoln for two counts of falsification…
Bayard Sen. Steve Erdman Introduces LB16, the EPIC Option Consumption Tax
Hearings continue on a wide variety of tax bills at the Nebraska Capitol building as lawmakers work towards property tax relief. Bayard Senator Steve Erdman testified yesterday before the Revenue Committee on LB16, which would implement the EPIC Option Consumption Tax, which would repeal all state taxes except consumption and…
Nebraska’s Roughest Rodeo Series prepares for finals in Clearwater
Rocking Plus Rodeo Company's Nebraska's Roughest Rodeo Series has been underway all summer. The series serves as a unique opportunity for roughstock riders to hone in on their skills and compete for competitive prize money. Events in the series feature bareback riding, saddle bronc riding, and bull riding. So far,…
Huskers named preseason Big Ten Favorite
Five student-athletes from the Nebraska volleyball team were named to the Preseason All-Big Ten Team on Thursday after a vote by the league's 18 head coaches. Merritt Beason and Lexi Rodriguez were unanimous selections to the 18-player Preseason All-Big Ten Team. They were joined by fellow Huskers Taylor Landfair, Harper Murray and Bergen Reilly on the team. All…
‘Unified Showing’ empowers youth with special needs
Unified Showing, a program dedicated to empowering youth with special needs through livestock, is making a notable impact in the agricultural community. Founded by Allison Walbrecht, the organization pairs youth with special needs with buddies who ensure the safety of the youth showman and lamb. The initiative aims to provide…
Local Kids Shine at Poultry Show at Scotts Bluff County Fair
The Scotts Bluff County Fair is in full swing, and that means local 4H kids are in the spotlight showcasing their animals. On Wednesday at Sandford Hall it was the poultry show, where chickens, ducks, geese, and even turkeys were put on display by area youngsters. One of those participants…