Recognizing Family Caregivers: A Vital Role in Nebraska Communities
Caregiving is a tough job, whether it be taking a relative to a doctor’s office, supporting an ill, aging, or disabled family member, or the
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Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers Warns of Bank Impersonation Scams
The Attorney General’s Office is alerting Consumers to be aware of bank scams because they are on the rise. The Federal Trade Commission has reported a tenfold
Registration Open for Nebraska Women in STEM Conference Featuring Dr. Raven Baxter
Bio Nebraska and Nebraska Cures announced today that registration is open for the 2024 Nebraska Women in STEM Conference. The conference, themed “Nebraska Women: Strive, Thrive, Empower, Mentor,”
Harvest Brings in the Second Year of an On-Farm Research Project
By Chabella Guzman, communications specialist The dry edible bean harvest in Box Butte County wrapped up last month. Some direct harvest beans were the last
Make Safety a Priority this Firearm Deer Season
Hunters across Nebraska will hit the field in droves this firearm deer season, which begins Nov. 11. When they do, safety should be top of
2023 Nebraska Farm Bureau Silver Eagle Award Honors Nebraska’s first AITC Statewide Coordinator
Nebraska Farm Bureau has selected Ellen Hellerich as the 2023 recipient of its highest honor, the Silver Eagle Award. It will be presented during the
DMV Announces Submission Procedure for Motorcycle Helmet Law Waiver
Today the Nebraska Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) announced the procedure forNebraskans to submit proof of motorcycle course completion to waive the requirement to wear
Upland Hunters See Variable Success in Opener
Nebraska’s 2023 pheasant and quail season opener Oct. 28 greeted hunters with a front of cold winter weather and variable success. Based on field reports
Don’t Be a Turkey, Get Your Immunizations Now to Make this Holiday Season One of Joy and Good Health!
Getting both your flu and COVID immunizations now, and RSV for high-risk people, is the best way to ensure maximum immunity before the holidays. This
Helping Your Child Feed Their 4-H or FFA Market Steer
By Karla Wilke, UNL Cow/Calf systems and stocker management Now that fall is here, and most spring-born calves are being weaned, 4-Hers and FFA students
Holiday Apparel Proceeds Supply Food Banks with Much-Needed Protein
The Nebraska Beef Council has launched a holiday apparel store with proceeds going to Food Bank for the Heartland and Food Bank of Lincoln to
NDOT, Partners Focus on Responder Safety in November
Crashes on Nebraska’s roads can be truly life-altering for those involved and communities at large. It’s crucial that responders arrive to the scene as quickly
UNL and Nebraska Company Collaborate on New Valve for Pivot Irrigation
By Chabella Guzman, communications specialist The University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Panhandle Research Extension and Education Center has been working with KZValve of Greenwood, Nebraska. The two
New Research Studying Alternate Diets for Cattle in Feedlots
By Chabella Guzman, communications specialist A new research project at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s Panhandle Research Feedlot in Scottsbluff will be studying alternatives to distillers
Step Up to Quality Child Care Providers Eligible for Fee Assistance in Expanded Military Child Care Program
Child care providers enrolled in Step Up to Quality can receive fee assistance on behalf of eligible military families. Nebraska childcare providers who continuously meet