Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) is available to eligible individuals as a result of a major disaster declared by the President on May 3, 2024. The Nebraska Department of Labor is accepting applications for DUA from individuals in Washington and Douglas counties whose employment or self-employment was lost or interrupted due to the Severe Storms, Straight-line…
The agricultural landscape rapidly evolves, driven by advancements in technology and entrepreneurship. The next Heuermann Lecture, titled "Innovations in Agricultural Technology: Cultivating Tomorrow's Farms," will feature industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovators to explore the cutting-edge solutions shaping the future of agriculture. The symposium is hosted by the Institute of Agriculture…
The regular season of college rodeo wrapped up last weekend at the Cornhusker College Rodeo in Lincoln. Among the excitement of College National Finals Rodeo qualifications, the Great Plains Region bestowed honors on members and coaches within the region. Mid-Plains Community College's Aukai Kaai was named Coach of the Year,…
May is Mental Health Month, and in addition to Kansas Farm Bureau’s (KFB) resources available to farmers and ranchers who are experiencing stress at www.kfb.org/ruralmindsmatter, KFB is rolling out two mental health advocate awards to honor the important work of individuals who are dedicated to advocating for mental health in rural…
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking nominations for four positions on the Federal Advisory Committee for Urban Agriculture and Innovative Production. USDA will accept nominations from May 7, 2024, to July 7, 2024. The 12-member Committee, which first convened in March 2022, is part of USDA’s efforts…
District Track got underway on Tuesday. West Point-Beemer participated in the B-4 Meet at Boone Central. The Cadet Girls finished in 4th place as a team with a score of 60 while the boys placed 9th with a score of 25. Treven Weddle qualified for State in the Long Jump and…
PAPILLION, NEB. — In the first meeting all-time between the Omaha Storm Chasers and the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp, the Storm Chasers won 8-6 Tuesday at Werner Park, the team's sixth straight win. Jacksonville led off with three runs in the top of the first inning to open the series, with a…
The West Point City Council considered Demolition Bids for structures at 418 N Mill St. at Tuesday night's meeting. City Administrator Tom Goulette. Goulette says the council also approved a bid from St. Joe's for catered meals costing $8.75 at the Senior Center. He adds there will be more flushings…
Severe weather in the region last night included an indicated tornado just northeast of Minden, Iowa with some damage reported. Members of the Nebraska Air National Guard are now armed and working with the Washington County Sheriff’s Office to patrol storm damaged areas. Garner Industries, which had it's Waverly plant…
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