Fourth fatal crash in York County in recent weeks

Fourth fatal crash in York County in recent weeks

York, Neb. -- A fourth fatality crash in York County along Highway 34 in a little over a month has York County Sheriff Paul Vrbka searching for answers. The latest tragic crash Wednesday at 11 a.m., at the intersection of Highways 81 and 34 on the west side of York…
July WASDE Results

July WASDE Results

WHEAT: The outlook for 2024/25 U.S. wheat this month is for larger supplies, domestic use,exports, and ending stocks. Supplies are raised on increased wheat production and beginningstocks. All wheat production is raised 134 million bushels to 2,008 million, on an increase inharvested area and higher yields. The first 2024 survey-based…
Lexington Senior Finishes as Runner Up at National FCCLA Competition

Lexington Senior Finishes as Runner Up at National FCCLA Competition

Christian Burton, a senior to be this fall at Lexington High school, recently finished as a national runner up in FCCLA. Last week, Burton traveled to Seattle, Washington to compete in the National Family Career and Community Leaders of America STAR competition. Burton finished as the runner up, placing only…
Ricketts, Smith react to delayed release of Renewable Volume Obligation numbers

Ricketts, Smith react to delayed release of Renewable Volume Obligation numbers

Following the Environmental Protection Agency's announcement of expected delays to finalize Renewable Volume Obligation (RVO) numbers, two lawmakers reacted negatively. U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts called it an "example of Biden’s war on American energy producers and the consumers that rely on them." Ricketts' statement also said, "American-made biofuels save consumers…
New Study Showcases Corn Farming’s Contribution to the Economy

New Study Showcases Corn Farming’s Contribution to the Economy

Corn growers were responsible for a $151 billion boost to the U.S. economy in 2023, according to a new report released this week by the National Corn Growers Association (NCGA).  The report, entitled NCGA Economic Contribution Study for 2023, looked at a number of ways in which corn growers shaped the economy,…
Nebraska Attorney General’s Office will hold mobile office in Kearney

Nebraska Attorney General’s Office will hold mobile office in Kearney

Kearney, Neb. -- Representatives from the Nebraska Attorney General's Office will be available in Kearney to receive concerns from citizens on Wednesday, July 17. Mobile Office hours will be from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Peterson Activity Center. Citizens will be able to pick up Consumer Protection Kits to help…
McGowens to join Portland Trail Blazers

McGowens to join Portland Trail Blazers

Former Husker Bryce McGowens will continue his professional career on the West Coast, as he signed with the Portland Trail Blazers on Thursday. McGowens signed a two-way contract with the Trail Blazers after spending the last two seasons with the Charlotte Hornets. Last season, he appeared in 59 games, including…