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Public comment period extended for R-Project
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service recently announced a 30-day public comment period extension for the R-Project Transmission Line Draft Revised Habitat Conservation Plan and revised draft...
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Test, Tend, Treat
When we turn on a faucet, we expect the water filling the glass to be safe; however, a 2022 Gallup Poll reports that 57% of American adults worry about safe drinking water. Nebraskans are no...
Niemeyer announces retirement after 46-year extension career
After a career spanning 46 years, Steve Niemeyer is retiring from Nebraska Extension in Garfield, Loup and Wheeler county office. Niemeyer began as an extension assistant in Boone and Nance counties before working his way up to extension educator...
Stay safe in winter storm
As winter storm warnings have been issued for counties throughout the state, the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services urges Nebraskans to take steps to reduce risk of injury or illness. There has been a notable increase in emergency depar...
Supervisors discuss future of county government da
The structure of county government day in Holt County may have a different look next fall. Suupervisor Doug Frahm said for a number of years, the local veterans service officer has assisted with...
Fields of the future: AI meets farming
Researchers are investigating how artificial intelligence can help improve Nebraska crops. Although AI has become a popular new topic for many, researchers have been discussing, for several years,...
Antelope County zoning commission approves conditional use permit for Summit Carbon Solutions
While neighboring state's officials wait to make decisions on permits for a proposed carbon-capture pipeline, Antelope County Planning and Zoning Commission members voted 6-1 to approve a conditional...
Educators explore student learning opportunities
Northeast Nebraska teachers visiting the Haskell Agricultural Laboratory this month learned that the 550-acre site is full of learning opportunities for students. Teachers from Summerland Public School participated in the event. The arboretum at the...
Don't break the budget
I previously wrote about how to save money on your grocery budget even though food costs are on the rise. I offered suggestions from Cami Wells, a Nebraska Extension Educator in Hall County, for foods...
4-H members showcase speaking skills at public speaking contest
Nebraska Extension-Antelope County 4-H members competed in the public speaking contest, May 25, at the courthouse in Neligh. Twelve contestants demonstrated skills in speech, public service...
Antelope County 4-H volunteer receives state award
Twenty-two adult volunteers, one 4-H member and a family of volunteers are being recognized with 2023 Nebraska 4-H Volunteer Awards. Eleven individuals are receiving Outstanding Adult Volunteer...
Flowers, plants take center stage at master gardener event
Northeast Nebraska master gardeners will host the 29th annual plant fair and market, Friday, April 28 and Saturday, April 29 at the Chuck Pohlman Ag complex, 2301 E. Benjamin Avenue, in Norfolk. Friday’s event will run from 5 to 8 p.m. On Saturday, d...
REGULAR PROCEEDINGS Village of Clearwater BOARD OF TRUSTEES
REGULAR PROCEEDINGS Village of Clearwater BOARD OF TRUSTEES April 10, 2023 The Board of Trustees of the Village of Clearwater met for a regular meeting Monday, Apr. 10, at 8 p.m., in the fire hall meeting room. Meeting opened at 8 p.m. Notice of...
PROCEEDINGS ANTELOPE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
PROCEEDINGS ANTELOPE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Neligh, Nebraska April 11, 2023 Chairman opened the meeting. Notice of meeting published as required by statute. Approved agenda. Approved payroll. Approved vendor claims. General: AKRS ex 2,350.00;...
Where in the world is the governor and what is he doing?
Where is the governor and what is he doing? We probably shouldn't be surprised that stealth candidate Jim Pillen, who refused to debate and was elected governor anyway, hasn't been releasing...
4-H: Have a grand champion fair experience
The Antelope County Fair, along with every county fair, provides 4-H youth across the state an opportunity to showcase the projects members have completed throughout the year and to receive recognition. Model rockets that have been assembled from...
PROCEEDINGS ANTELOPE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
PROCEEDINGS ANTELOPE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Neligh, Nebraska March 14, 2023 Chairman opened the meeting. Notice of meeting published as required by statute. Approved agenda. Approved payroll. Approved vendor claims. General: AMERITAS LIFE INS...
Learn more about 4H at open house
4-H is a family affair, where family is learning together side by side, creating many memories together. Through 4-H, youth ages 5 to 18 learn leadership, citizenship and life skills. 4-H empowers...
4H An everlasting impact
When you think of 4-H, do you image a farm and exhibiting animals at a county fair? Well, think again. 4-H is about learning lifelong skills, creating new friendships, discovering new opportunities, exploring projects and so much more. 4-H offers a w...
Housing funds released to Ewing village
A new housing unit in Ewing is one step closer to reality. Village chairman James Ramold confirmed funds for construction of a two-unit duplex, from the Nebraska Affordable Housing Trust Fund, were...
PROCEEDINGS ANTELOPE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
PROCEEDINGS ANTELOPE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Neligh, Nebraska Feb. 14, 2023 Chairman opened the meeting. Notice of meeting published as required by statute. Approved agenda. Approved payroll. Approved vendor claims. General: AMERICAN SCREENING...
War and cattle:
Garrett Dwyer runs about 500 head of Hereford and Angus cattle on his Bartlett ranch on the east edge of the Sandhills. The land he's on today has been in his family since 1894, when his great-great...
Proceedings Antelope County Board of Commissioners
PROCEEDINGS ANTELOPE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Neligh, Nebraska January 10, 2023 Vice chairperson opened the meeting. Notice of meeting published as required by statute. Approved agenda. Approved payroll. Approved vendor claims. General: AMERITAS...
Caring About Kids Conference planned in Ainsworth
The annual Caring About Kids Early Childhood Conference will be held Saturday, Feb. 4, at Ainsworth High School. The conference runs from 7:30 a.m. to 3:15 p.m., offering a six-hour training for in-home and center day care providers, preschool...
Ag land management, leasing workshop set for O'Neill
Nebraska Extension will host a workshop covering agricultural land management and leasing considerations for 2023, in O’Neill, Jan. 6, from 9 a.m. to noon, at the Holt County Courthouse Annex, 128 N. 6th Street. The workshop will offer updated l...
