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Project meant to move power through Nebraska Sandhills, across US stalls – for 12 years
Rancher Lemoyne Dailey says he's careful about how he "makes his footprints" when he works on his land near Thedford. The rolling Sandhills are fragile, Dailey said, the grasses and sands easily torn...
Pawnee scouts being recognized for protecting pioneers
KEARNEY – Americans have recognized military veterans in vastly different ways over the past 247 years. They've thrown parades for some and scorned others. But the Pawnee scouts, who protected p...
Nebraska's Ron Hull typifies the very best of us
It came down to Ron Hull. In September, the seven members of the Nebraska Hall of Fame Commission met in Lincoln to decide whether to induct civil rights leader and Omaha native Malcolm X. Three...
Big Tech uses journalism; Big Tech should pay for it
The powers that Google and Facebook have over economic and political power in society – especially over the news industry-has caught the attention of lawmakers in Washington, DC. After a close e...
Time is running out to save local news
Local journalism is a cornerstone of democracy and a vital source of information for communities across the country, with newsrooms covering local politics, high school sports, local business openings, cultural events, and other matters that help a...
Prairie lawns help Nebraskans promote biodiversity
In the midst of drought, during the state's driest year on record, homeowners struggle to maintain the ideal image of the impeccably manicured, emerald-green front yard. As the weather turns to fall a...
No decision made on voting procedure changes
Voter integrity was yet again a topic of discussion when Antelope County Commissioners met, Sept. 6, in Neligh. Chairman Charlie Henry opened the floor to Sheryl Baker, who yielded her time to Mike...
Big tech is steamrolling America's newspapers
Google and Facebook have enormous economic and political power in society – especially over the news industry. Many ask if they have played a role in the misinformation that erodes our free press a...
Modern miracle of baby formula
For the past few months, I’ve been fielding questions about the baby formula crisis. Make no mistake, the shortage of baby formula is indeed a crisis. Babies are delicate. Their immature bodies r...
Holt County supervisors table decision on permanent easement
A decision on a perpetual easement for the Graham Crowe Ranch, LLC, in northeastern Holt County, will be revisited at 10:30 a.m., during a March 16 meeting of the Holt County supervisors. Supervisor...
Supervisors set conservation easement hearing
Holt County Supervisors will hold a public hearing, regarding a perpetual conservation easement will be held, Feb. 28, at 1:30 p.m., at the courthouse in O'Neill. Chairman Bill Tielke set the date...
-Isms: Views on life in rural America
How many of you read locally on a regular basis? If you’re reading this in print, you’re either a subscriber or you pick up a copy at a vendor location. Thank you for supporting a locally-owned bus...
How a 101-year-old linked to Willa Cather helped alter a small town's future
JARROD McCARTNEY RED CLOUD - It's not unusual to catch sight of a celebrity in Red Cloud, population 962, especially during the annual Willa Cather conference. First Lady Laura Bush has appeared...
Briese shares redistricting information
Late in the week of Sept. 6, and after considerable debate and negotiation, the redistricting committee introduced its bills outlining proposed new districts for the election of Congressional,...
Summerland 4-H members fare well at state fair
Results for 4-H projects, at the Nebraska State Fair, have been released. The following Summerland- area members, from Antelope and Holt counties, received the following awards: Tony Ahlers: Aerospace, rocket - any skill with wooden fins, painted...
Salute The Kernel
Salute the kernel This is a perfect time to enjoy delicious Nebraska-grown sweet corn. It’s not only tasty, but nutritious. Did you know that corn is a great source of fiber, potassium, folate and v...
Certified local governments receive grant funding
HISTORY Nebraska recently announced it has awarded $136,380 in matching-grant funding to Auburn, Lincoln, Neligh, North Platte, Omaha and Plattsmouth to complete historic preservation activities through the Certified Local Government program. CLG is...
Legislature will address redistricting process
I would consider the recently completed legislative session successful for Nebraska taxpayers. Among other items, we passed, and the governor signed into law, bills to provide a sales tax exemption...
Reward local journalism: Support the Journalism Competition & Preservation Act
DAVID CHAVERN President & CEO News Media Alliance Over the past year, local journalism has been more important – and more needed – than ever. From the COVID- 19 pandemic to the reignited social jus...
-Isms: Views on Life in Rural America
This week, we’re going to play the close your eyes and imagine game. Ready? Close your eyes. No peeking. You need to tune in and think. Your future depends on it. Think of a building in your c...
America needs journalists – and America's journalists need our support
In a year of fighting a global pandemic, historic protests for racial equality and the rapidly approaching presidential election, America needs journalists to bring them critical reporting. The...
Kurpgeweit, Peter receive 4-H scholarship
The Holt County 4-H Council recently announced recipients of the 2020 4-H Council Senior Scholarship, Emily Kurpgeweit and Taylor Peter. Kurpgeweit graduated from Ewing Public School this spring. She...
Ashfall to close temporarily
Ashfall Fossil Beds State Historical Park, near Royal, is temporarily closed to the public for planned construction. The museum and park will reopen Aug. 19. During the closure, crews will remove...
Antelope County Fair judging results
BEEF SHOW AGES 14 & UP Chris Kester - Purple *Reserve Champion Kelton Bruhn - Purple *Grand Champion Alyssa Moser - Purple Dillon Moser - Purple Cassidy Bearinger - Blue Kierra Bearinger - Blue...
Preserving tomatoes
A couple of weeks ago, a lifelong friend and I took a road trip through Western and North Central Nebraska. We checked out Chimney Rock, the Scotts Bluff National Monument, Toadstool Geologic Park...
