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Reliable, Trustworthy Reporting, Capturing The Heartbeat Of Our Community
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At the Antelope County Fair, the chickens and rabbits started multiplying faster than, well, chickens and rabbits - and the barns just couldn't keep up. With pens spilling into the gaps between aging buildings and critters eyeing each other across overcrowded aisles, 4-H leaders decided it was time to hatch a new plan. "Chicken and rabbits were expanding," said longtime poultry superintendent Rhonda Meyer, "so Tessa and I said, 'We need to do something.'" That "something" turned into a...
As drought conditions continue to affect much of Nebraska, beef producers are being forced to make difficult herd and forage management decisions. To support producers navigating these challenges, Nebraska Extension will host a free webinar on Thursday, June 5, from 7:30 to 9 p.m., Central Time. The webinar, “Drought Management Tools, Expected Grass Production and Early Weaning,” will feature University of Nebraska–Lincoln specialists covering key management practices and decision-making strategies to help mitigate the effects of droug...
Cedar trees are rapidly spreading across Nebraska's grasslands, threatening valuable forage for grazing animals and habitat for wildlife. In some areas, grass production has dropped by as much as 75% over the past three decades due to cedar tree encroachment. The best time to control cedar trees is now. To help landowners and producers tackle this issue, a hands-on workshop will be held on Thursday, June 5, from 1 to 4:30 p.m., at the Holt County Courthouse Annex, located at 128 North 6th...
REGULAR PROCEEDINGS VILLAGE OF CLEARWATER BOARD OF TRUSTEES May 13, 2025 The Board of Trustees of the Village of Clearwater met for a regular meeting Tues., May 13, at 7 p.m., in the fire hall meeting room. Meeting opened at 7 p.m. Notice of meeting was given in advance by publication in Summerland Advocate-Messenger, was posted at US Post Office in Clearwater, Clearwater Market and Cornerstone Bank-Clearwater and was given to Board members prior to meeting. Public was informed of location of Open Meeting Act poster. Present: Kelly Kerkman,...
Now is the time to make sure your pressure canner is in top working order. Nebraska Extension is hitting the road with its Pressure Canner Testing Roadshow, offering free dial-gauge pressure canner testing at locations across north central Nebraska. Home canners are encouraged to stop by, meet extension educator Brittany Spieker, and ensure equipment is safe to use. "Pressure canners with dial gauges should be tested at least once a year," said Spieker, who serves as the Food, Nutrition, and...
PROCEEDINGS ANTELOPE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Neligh, Nebraska May 13, 2025 Chairman opened the meeting. Notice of meeting published as required by statute. Approved agenda. Held minutes – not majority present. Approved payroll. Approved vendor claims. General: AMAZON CAPITAL SVCS ex 272.04; AMERITAS ins 21,670.69; ANTELOPE CO COURT ex 214.00; ANTELOPE CO SHRF ex 583.91; APPEARA ex 34.22; APPLIED CONN TECH ex 7,414.55; BLACK HILLS ENERGY ut 1,176.48; BCBS ins 72,556.49; BOMGAARS ex 21.15; BROGAN & GRAY ex 498.75; CARNEY LAW ex 1...
After three years of work, Holt County's updated comprehensive plan and zoning regulations are near completion. Planning and zoning officer Marv Fritz broke the good news to supervisors when they met in regular session on April 17 in O'Neill. "We're planning a hearing for both on May 22," Fritz said. "After the meeting, we'll hand off the plan to the supervisors." Updates began in 2022, when the county planning and zoning commission hired Marvin Planning Associates, of David City, to assist...
Northeast Nebraska Extension Master Gardeners will host its 31st annual plant fair and vendor market this weekend. The event will take place Friday, April 25, from 5 to 8 p.m. and Saturday, April 26, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Northeast Community College Chuck Pohlman Ag Complex, at 2301 E. Benjamin Avenue in Norfolk. The event is free to the public and will feature perennials and annuals, door prizes, a plant sitter area, and an opportunity to ask the Master Gardener. A lunch stand will be available on site. Educational speakers will...
PROCEEDINGS HOLT COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION AND BOARD OF SUPERVISORS April 17, 2025 Board meetings are held on the first working day after the 15th and the last working day of the month. Meetings are held at the Holt County Courthouse meeting room. Board of Equalization at 9:30 a.m., and Board of Supervisors at 9:45 a.m. Notice of meeting given in advance thereof by publication in paper as shown by Affidavit of Publication on April 9, 2025, in the Summerland Advocate. The agenda for all meetings are kept continuously current and is available...
PROCEEDINGS VILLAGE OF CLEARWATER BOARD OF TRUSTEES APRIL 14, 2025 The Board of Trustees of the Village of Clearwater met for a regular meeting Monday, April 14, 2025 at 7 p.m., in the fire hall meeting room. Meeting opened at 7 p.m. Notice of meeting was given in advance by publication in Summerland Advocate-Messenger, was posted at US Post Office in Clearwater, Clearwater Market, and Cornerstone Bank-Clearwater and was given to board members prior to meeting. Public was informed of location of Open Meeting Act poster. Present: Kelly Kerkman,...
REGULAR PROCEEDINGS VILLAGE OF CLEARWATER BOARD OF TRUSTEES March 10, 2025 The Board of Trustees of the Village of Clearwater met for a regular meeting Monday, March 10, at 7 p.m., in the fire hall meeting room. Meeting opened at 7 p.m. Notice of meeting was given in advance by publication in Summerland Advocate-Messenger, was posted at US Post Office in Clearwater, Clearwater Market and Cornerstone Bank-Clearwater and was given to board members prior to meeting. Public was informed of location of Open Meeting Act poster. Present: Kelly...
Nebraska Extension Antelope County is participating in the Nebraska Cancer Coalition's annual #DressInBlueNE campaign to raise awareness of colorectal cancer and the importance of lifesaving screening. This statewide effort coincides with Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month in March and culminates in Dress in Blue Day on Friday, March 7. Colorectal cancer remains the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in Nebraska, with incidence and mortality rates in the state exceeding national...
Entrepreneurs interested in starting or improving their child care businesses are invited to attend a free conference presented in Spanish. “Growing Together: Spanish Child Care Educators Conference” is scheduled for Saturday, April 5, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., at Central Community College in Grand Island. English interpretation is available upon request. “This year's conference has been carefully curated to provide valuable insights and resources for early child care professionals,” said Brissa Borjas Esparza, senior business develop...
Section 0100 Invitation To Bidders 1. General 1.1. The Village of Clearwater will receive bids for Clearwater Sanitary Sewer Extension until 11 a.m., on March 6, 2025, at the Clearwater Village Offices, 626 Main Street, Clearwater, Nebraska 68726. At that time, the bidding will be closed, and no other bids will be accepted for any reason. Bids will be opened publicly and read aloud, and all bidders will be informed of the award of the project. 1.2. The proposed project is described as follows: For furnishing all labor, equipment, materials,...
Section 0100 Invitation To Bidders VILLAGE OF CLEARWATER, NEBRASKA 1. General 1.1. The Village of Clearwater will receive bids for Clearwater Sanitary Sewer Extension until 11 a.m., on March 6, 2025, at the Clearwater Village Offices, 626 Main Street, Clearwater, Nebraska 68726. At that time, the bidding will be closed, and no other bids will be accepted for any reason. Bids will be opened publicly and read aloud, and all bidders will be informed of the award of the project. 1.2. The proposed project is described as follows: For furnishing all...
PROCEEDINGS ANTELOPE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS NELIGH, NEBRASKA Feb. 11, 2025 Chairman opened the meeting. Notice of meeting published as required by statute. Approved agenda. Approved minutes of the Jan. 14, 2025, BOC and BOE meetings. Public comments. Correspondence was reviewed. Approved payroll. Approved vendor claims. General: AMERITAS LIFE INS CORP ins 21,272.50; ANTELOPE CO COURT ex 86.00; APPEARA ex 34.22; APPLIED CONN TECH ex 12,589.91; BEAR GRAPHICS ex 438.75; BLACK HILLS ENERGY ut 2,091.16; BCBS ins 74,829.53; BOMGAARS ex 174.98;...
REGULAR PROCEEDINGS VILLAGE OF CLEARWATER BOARD OF TRUSTEES Feb. 10, 2025 The Board of Trustees of the Village of Clearwater met for a regular meeting Monday, Feb. 10, at 7 p.m., in the fire hall meeting room. Meeting opened at 7 p.m. Notice of meeting was given in advance by publication in Summerland Advocate-Messenger, was posted at US Post Office in Clearwater, Clearwater Market and Cornerstone Bank-Clearwater and was given to board members prior to meeting. Public was informed of location of Open Meeting Act poster. Present: Marsha Hart,...
Section 0100 Invitation To Bidders 1. General 1.1. The Village of Clearwater will receive bids for Clearwater Sanitary Sewer Extension until 11 a.m., on March 6, 2025, at the Clearwater Village Offices, 626 Main Street, Clearwater, Nebraska 68726. At that time, the bidding will be closed, and no other bids will be accepted for any reason. Bids will be opened publicly and read aloud, and all bidders will be informed of the award of the project. 1.2. The proposed project is described as follows: For furnishing all labor, equipment, materials,...
The Center for Agricultural Profitability at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln will present Returning to the Farm 2025, a workshop series for families who are in the transition process of bringing members back to the farm or ranch. It will begin with a two-day workshop in for multi-generational families on March 7 and 8, at Central Community College in Hastings, 550 S. Technical Blvd. The series also includes two follow-up workshops, to be held virtually after the in-person meetings. The workshop will assist families and agricultural...
Turning manure nutrients into better crop yields while protecting the environment will be the focus of Nebraska Extension workshops being held across the state this February and March. Area locations hosting workshops include Norfolk, Feb. 26; West Point, March 4; Columbus, March 12; Chambers on March 13, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., “Our workshops have traditionally been focused on livestock producers because they’re required to attend manure training regularly, but we’ve made an effort to include the crop farmers that are often the recip...
Nebraska USDA Farm Service Agency is partnering with the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s Center for Agricultural Profitability on a webinar designed to educate commodity crop producers on the 2025 Agriculture Risk Coverage and Price Loss Coverage programs election and enrollment process. The ARC/PLC signup period is open through April 15, and producers are encouraged to begin working with their USDA county Farm Service Agency office to complete the election and enrollment process. Producers can learn about the ARC and PLC options for 2025 duri...
Beef producers in north-central Nebraska have an opportunity to get both their private pesticide certification and Beef Quality Assurance certification in January 2025. These are the only private pesticide trainings in the state that focuses on the information beef producers need. Anyone can attend the training, which can be strictly informational, or used for pesticide certification or recertification, or Beef Quality Assurance certification or continuing education hours. "In one day, beef...
Nebraska Extension, in conjunction with Kansas State Research and Extension and Purdue University Extension will present a four-part succession planning series for Midwestern farm women. The series will be available in Neligh, at the Antelope County Ag Society Building, 709 E. Highway 275, on Jan. 21, Jan. 28, Feb. 4 and Feb. 11. The first session will focus on motivation for succession planning. The Jan. 28 meeting will include information about communicating about estate and transition...
PROCEEDINGS ANTELOPE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Neligh, Nebraska Dec. 3, 2024 Chairman opened the meeting. Notice of meeting published as required by statute. Approved agenda. Public comment. Correspondence was reviewed. Zoning administrator approved administrative plat. Appointment to the Airport Authority Board member. Approved Highway 20 Law Enforcement Agreement ROW – Utility policy to update process and approve on individual basis. Approved appointment of two Extension Board members. Road superintendent report: approved four u...
NOTICE FOR MOTOR GRADER BIDS - 2024 ANTELOPE COUNTY, NEBRASKA The Antelope County Commissioners have the intent to purchase one new motor grader. The Antelope County Commissioners invite informal quotes from today until 9:30 a.m., on Dec. 10, 2024. Quotes should be submitted in a sealed envelope addressed to the Antelope County Commissioners, 501 Main Street, PO Box 26, Neligh, NE 68756-0026. The envelope must be clearly marked with “Informal quote for motor grader” on the outside of the envelope. Quotes will be opened at the Dec. 10, 2024 boa...
