KTIC NewsCenter Monday News 6-10-24

KTIC NewsCenter Monday News 6-10-24

Two more FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers opened in the area today bringing the total of those operating in the area to seven. During tomorrow night's Blair City Council meeting, Mayor Mindy Rump is expected to appoint someone to fill the remainder of the Ward 4 term. Seven of the eight…
Closing in on Nebraska: 5th border state confirms HPAI in dairy cattle

Closing in on Nebraska: 5th border state confirms HPAI in dairy cattle

Wyoming officials over the weekend confirmed a case of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in a herd of dairy cattle, making it Nebraska's fifth border state with a confirmed case. As of June 10, Nebraska has not had a confirmed case of HPAI in livestock. However, five of Nebraska's six border…
West Point-Beemer School Board to Meet Monday, June 10

West Point-Beemer School Board to Meet Monday, June 10

Hearings:Hearing at 6:10 PM to review the Bullying (Policy-5054). Hearing closed at _ PM. Hearing at 6:15 PM. to review the Student Fees (Policy – 5045). Hearing closed at _ PM. Hearing at 6:20 PM to discuss, consider, and receive input on the Parental Involvement (Policy5018). Hearing closed at _…
FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers Opening in 7 Nebraska and Iowa Counties

FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers Opening in 7 Nebraska and Iowa Counties

New FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers are opening Monday, June 10, in Harrison and Montgomery counties in Iowa. Recovery specialists from FEMA and the U.S. Small Business Administration will provide information on available services, explain assistance programs and help survivors complete or check the status of their applications. In coming days,…
Nebraska Extension: Challenging weather ahead for the week of June 10th

Nebraska Extension: Challenging weather ahead for the week of June 10th

After a weekend of storms across much of Nebraska, the state could be in for another round of challenging weather.  Eric Hunt, an agricultural meteorology and climate resilience educator with Nebraska Extension, shared a report of the damage and what this week’s weather could look like.   Hunt said that…
Southeast Nebraska man seriously injured in tractor accident

Southeast Nebraska man seriously injured in tractor accident

ODELL, Neb. (AP) — A 75-year-old man was seriously injured in a home accident on June 5th in Odell. At 6:45 p.m., the Gage County Sheriff’s Office responded to a call regarding the incident. John Novotny, of Odell, was working on his house while standing in the front-end bucket of…
Nebraska High School Finals Rodeo happening this week in Burwell

Nebraska High School Finals Rodeo happening this week in Burwell

Burwell will play host to this year's Nebraska High School Finals Rodeo happening June 12-15. High school rodeo athletes from across the state will compete for a chance to represent Nebraska at the National High School Finals Rodeo this July in Rock Springs, Wyoming. View the full schedule here: Schedule…
Pasture Weed Management After Drought

Pasture Weed Management After Drought

Pasture grass root injury caused by drought and/or wildfire can extend into the next grazing season. If grass stands have only been slightly damaged, then recovery can be quick… especially with proper weed control, fertility and deferred grazing management. However, if the stressed pastures were overgrazing, then recovery may extend…
Ferguson runs well in New York, City

Ferguson runs well in New York, City

New York, City- Former UNK star Wes Ferguson put together a strong finish and ended up as the runner-up at the New York City Grand Prix Sunday. Ferguson finished his first run as a professional with a time of 1:45.06, which was a new personal best. Ferguson was back in…
CWS field almost set

CWS field almost set

The field is almost set for the College World Series that begins this week in Omaha. Super Regionals took place over the weekend. Only spot in left in the field of eight. Athens Super Regional Game 3: (7) Georgia vs. (10) NC State | 7 p.m. Monday, June 10 |…