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Falcons look to continue their prosperous year with an improved track and field team
Wilcox, Neb. - The Wilcox-Hildreth Falcons have enjoyed a school year full of athletic success. Heading into spring, Wilcox-Hildreth should see that good fortune carry over into their track and field season. With a handful of newcomers joining the track team after opting out in their previous high school years,…
Creighton Men beat Akron in 1st round of NCAA Tournament
PITTSBURGH, Pa. -- No. 11 Creighton closed the first half on an 8-0 run and never looked back in a 77-60 win over 14th-seeded Akron in NCAA Tournament First Round action at PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, Pa., on Thursday afternoon. The Bluejays improved to 24-9 with the win and will…
In the Garden: New plant selection
MANHATTAN, Kan. — Choosing the right plant for the right place is crucial to introducing new plants in the garden this spring. “Know the water needs of the plant and the water availability of your landscape,” Kansas State University horticulture expert Cynthia Domenghini said. Understanding the growth characteristics of the…
Secretary of State certifies statewide ballot for May 14th primary
Lincoln, Neb. -- The statewide ballot for the upcoming primary election has been certified according to the Nebraska Secretary of State's Office. Nebraska Secretary of State Bob Evnen certified the statewide ballot ahead of schedule. Nebraska law requires that items on the statewide ballot be certified at least 50 days…
Vote to break filibuster on obscenity bill comes up short
Lincoln, Neb. -- After three days of debate, a bill that would attempt to change certain criminal protections for educators and library staff failed to advance from general file on Wednesday. Under current law, it is a Class I misdemeanor to prepare, distribute, order, produce, exhibit or promote obscene material…
The John Deere Foundation Commits Nearly $4 Million in Grants to the National FFA Organization
MOLINE, Illinois (March 21, 2024) – Today, the John Deere Foundation announced a three-year grant totaling $3.9 million to the National FFA Organization (FFA), the premier organization preparing youth for leadership and careers in the science, business and technology of agriculture. The investment builds on the Foundation's legacy of philanthropy since its…
Reaction to New EPA Tailpipe Emissions Standards
LINCOLN, Nebraska – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released its final rule implementing new multi-pollutant emissions standards for light and medium-duty vehicles of model years 2027 through 2032. The rule creates a regulatory framework that the EPA projects will accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs). According to the provisions of the…
Dairy health threats from Texas: Kansas investigates possible case
Following warnings from the Nebraska Department of Agriculture and the Nebraska State Dairy Association (NSDA) regarding health concerns coming from dairy cattle in Texas, Kansas is investigating a possible case of the same health concerns in the southwest region of the state. As of March 20, Nebraska had no reported…
National Farmers Bylsma Focuses On Federal Milk Market Hearing Results
(CORALVILLE, Iowa) March 20, 2024—At National Farmers Convene ’24 last week, Dick Bylsma, National Sales Director and authority on the Federal Milk Marketing Order System updated members on the Federal Milk Order hearings that began last year. FMMO changes are important to dairymen because they set the stage for how…