4-H Adventure Day Camp

June 11, 2014 Leave a comment


By Mary Loftis, Extension Assistant

UNL Extension in Burt and Cuming County joined together to host the 4-H Adventure Day Camp in Neligh Park in West Point Thursday, June 5.

34 Campers had the opportunity to get a taste of what a true 4-H camp can be during this day camp experience. Ten teen counselors from both counties helped supervise the campers, assisted with workshops, played games and in general, made the camp memorable for the participants. Behind the scenes the Cuming County Adventure Day Camp Committee worked to provide meals, snacks and help with activities.

Adventures awaiting the campers included workshops on:

Electrical Safety, presented by Nikki White of the Cuming County Public Power District;

Leaf Printing presented by UNL Extension Assistant, Kelli Lechtenberg;

Building a Bird House and Wildlife Tracks sessions led by UNL Extension Educator, Debra Schroeder and Sarah Herzinger.

Food Science Activities and making Homemade Ice Cream in a Bag sessions led by UNL Extension Assistant, Mary Loftis;

Introduction to Entomology presented by Erin Ingram and Ivy Orellano of the UNL Department of Entomology and canoeing which was led by Cory Krause, Conservation Officer of the Nebraska Game and Parks.

It was a full day of fun and education for everyone involved and hopefully the campers will decide to attend one of the many multiple day camps offered at the Nebraska 4-H Camps near Gretna and Halsey, NE. If you’d like more information on these camps (4-H membership is not a requirement to attend) please call the UNL Extension Office at 402-374-2929 or go to the Nebraska 4-H Camp website at: http://4h.unl.edu/4hcamps

Part of the Food Science workshop at the Adventure Day Camp found these 4-H members experiencing inertia and gravity. Madison Mandel, Reese Hansen and Sami Linder watching the eggs experience gravity and drop safely in the glass of water after they provided the unbalanced force to change inertia (hitting) the pie tin and toilet paper tube out from underneath them. Photo Credit/Mary Loftis, Extension Assistant.

Part of the Food Science workshop at the Adventure Day Camp found these 4-H members experiencing inertia and gravity. Madison Mandel, Reese Hansen and Sami Linder watching the eggs experience gravity and drop safely in the glass of water after they provided the unbalanced force to change inertia (hitting) the pie tin and toilet paper tube out from underneath them. Photo Credit/Mary Loftis, Extension Assistant.

Alex Davis of Tekamah gets help from Jordan Fullner as she makes a bird house at the 4-H Adventure Camp. Photo Credit/Mary Loftis, Extension Assistant.

Alex Davis of Tekamah gets help from Jordan Fullner as she makes a bird house at the 4-H Adventure Camp.
Photo Credit/Mary Loftis, Extension Assistant.

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Midwest Prime Real Estate for Wind

June 11, 2014 Leave a comment


By Lu Nelson, lucasn@cfra.org, Center for Rural Affairs

Wind energy is thriving, especially in the Midwest. Known for it’s huge agricultural potential, Midwestern states also have some of the best potential for wind power, making the region prime real estate for wind energy development. But one of the biggest roadblocks for wind energy is the ability to connect new energy sources to the electric grid.

The Midwest Transmission Project is one transmission project in the region that seeks to remove that roadblock, improving the grid and allowing for greater renewable energy development. The project is a partnership between Omaha Public Power District and Kansas City Power and Light, and will run from a substation near Nebraska City to one just outside Sibley, Missouri.

A major part of the transmission development process is public outreach, usually in the form of several rounds of open house meetings and public hearings, all of which are required for regulatory approval. One thing that makes the Midwest Transmission Project special, though, is that OPPD decided to not stop there with outreach. During the design and development of the project’s route, OPPD met with landowners on their property along the proposed route and asked each of them for their input.

OPPD has provided a prime example for utilities in Nebraska and other states when it comes to developing new transmission. Instead of just meeting with landowners, it’s important to really form a relationship with them, using their knowledge of the local area and expertise to help drive the development process.

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Community Pride After the Storm

June 10, 2014 Leave a comment


A week ago today, a storm hit many areas of northeast Nebraska, causing a great deal of damage to homes, vehicles and fields in the area. Many people were in their basements, wondering what was coming their way.

“Tom, our daughter Hannah, and I were huddled in the basement,” stated Kristie Jensen of Craig, NE. “I was talking to our son Dylan on my cell phone. He asked how we were and before I could answer, I lost service.”

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Tom and Kristie Jensen's son, Dylan, is pulling tree branches down the street from their house. Photo Credit/Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

Tom and Kristie Jensen’s son, Dylan, is pulling tree branches down the street from their house. Photo Credit/Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

Part of some type of building ended up in this damaged tree by Jensen's in Craig, NE. Photo Credit/Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

Part of some type of building ended up in this damaged tree by Jensen’s in Craig, NE. Photo Credit/Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

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Building damage in Craig. Photo Credit/Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

Building damage in Craig. Photo Credit/Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

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Lots of hail, debris, car on wrong side of road, semi on it's side, road covered with hail and leaves, etc. was what Kristi Dahlgren drove through yesterday on her way home from Fremont. All photos are the credit of Kristi Dahlgren.

Lots of hail, debris, car on wrong side of road, semi on it’s side, road covered with hail and leaves, etc. was what Kristi Dahlgren drove through yesterday on her way home from Fremont. All photos are the credit of Kristi Dahlgren.

over the picture window. It is double paned and only the outside pane broke,” Kristie said. Their is also some structural damage to a corner of the house. “We can’t open one of the doors to the house,: Kristie stated. Hail damage was also very visible on the outside of their house.

That wasn’t all that happened to their home. A building from across the street blew into their yard, causing quite a mess. One of their vehicles parked outside was also damaged in the storm.

Many other homes were damaged by trees and strong winds.

Uehling also suffered extensive damage to many homes. The damage was different there, as it appears the strong wind seemed to change direction, damaging different sides of homes, taking out windows and stripping leaves right off of the trees.

Many farmers lost their crops or are waiting to see if some of them will come back from the hail. Some are attempting to replant, with the hopes of salvaging something from this ordeal.

The citizens of Craig and Uehling didn’t let the storm get them down. Equipment was brought in to help in the clean up. People were smiling and waving to those coming to assist them.

The community pride was a sight to behold.

 

 

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Kindergarten Graduation at Lyons-Decatur Northeast

June 10, 2014 Leave a comment


The Kindergarten class at LDNE is all smiles on graduation day! Photos courtesy of LDNE.

The Kindergarten class at LDNE is all smiles on graduation day! Photos courtesy of LDNE.

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Visit Oakland Public Library and Have Coffee

June 10, 2014 Leave a comment


Starting my day with a book and a cup of coffee in my new cup purchased at Oakland Public Library. Purchase yours today and enjoy coffee for half price for a year at the library's new coffee bar! Photo Credit/Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

Starting my day with a book and a cup of coffee in my new cup purchased at Oakland Public Library. Purchase yours today and enjoy coffee for half price for a year at the library’s new coffee bar! Photo Credit/Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

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Grain Prices

June 10, 2014 Leave a comment


-Yesterday corn lost most of Friday’s gains while soybeans finished higher

-Crop conditions came in with corn down 1% at 75% G/E for the US. NE was down 6% due to the hail storm.

-Soybean conditions were 74% Good/Excellent. NE was at 69%.

-Overnight corn is 1-3 higher with soybeans 1-2 higher

-USDA’s monthly Supply & Demand report will be Wednesday at 11:00

 

Markets 6/10/14 @ 8:34am

Corn -1@4.50, New-2@4.48

Beans +7@14.64, New@12.24

 

For more information contact:

 

Greg Mockenhaupt

Risk Management Consultant

Central Valley Ag – ProEdge

1007 County Road O

Oakland, NE 68045

Office: 402-685-5613

Cell: 402-380-9855

 

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Village of Decatur Meeting Agenda

June 10, 2014 Leave a comment


VILLAGE OF DECATUR

REGULAR BOARD MEETING AGENDA

June 12, 2014
4:30 P.M. CITY HALL

 

NOTE: Everyone must use the microphones at the table.  The audience must be quiet during the meeting.  If you want to ask a question and you are not on the Agenda, you must raise your hand, get permission from the Chairman, and come to the microphone before speaking.  If you are on the Agenda the same rule applies.

 

THE VILLAGE BOARD HAS THE RIGHT TO MODIFY THE AGENDA AT THE PUBLIC MEETING WHEN CONVENED. MEETING IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.

 

1)         Meeting Called to Order by Chairman Nicola

Roll Call: Bolln _____, Nicola _____, Richards ______, Tolby _____, Warren _____

 

2)         Agenda and minutes of the previous month’s meeting received:

Roll Call: Bolln _____, Nicola _____, Richards ______, Tolby _____, Warren _____

 

3)         Approval and/or correction and suspended reading of the previous month minutes.

            Roll Call: Bolln _____, Nicola _____, Richards ______, Tolby _____, Warren _____

4)         EXCUSE BOARD MEMBERS NOT ATTENDING THE MEETING:

Yes _____ No _____

Roll Call: Bolln _____, Nicola _____, Richards ______, Tolby _____, Warren _____

 

5)         REPORTS OF OFFICERS, BOARDS AND OR COMMITTEES:

 

1)         Police: Monthly Report
2)         Lights: Monthly Report

3)         Water & Sewer: Monthly Report
4)         Parks: Monthly Report

A.  Income of $4,468.75
5)         Streets: Monthly Report
A.  Jane Farber-West 10th Street
6)         Recycling: Hauled Recycling May 30

 

6)         OLD BUSINESS

 

1)  Greg and Debbie Haselhorst property.
7)         NEW BUSINESS

 

1)      Preparations for the 2014-2015 Budget

 

2)   450 West 7th Street-Building and weeds

 

3)   460 West 11th Street-Retaining wall, fence and wood

 

4)   Larry Lasher-Fireworks

5)   Debit Machine

 

6)   Community Representative for NENEDD

8)      ANNOUNCEMENTS

1)    Hours for Cleanup day next year-8:00 AM to 12:00 Noon

 
9)        APPROPRIATIONS AND CONSIDERATION OF THE CLAIMS:

 

1) Claims preapproved by Nicola and Tolby
2) Motion to Approve the Claims as Submitted

 

________________2nd_________________

 

Roll Call:  Bolln _____, Nicola _____, Richards _____, Tolby _____, Warren ______

 

Are there any questions from the audience?

 

 

10)       MOTION TO ADJOURN THE MEETING

 

_______________2nd________________

Adjournment Time:

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Caregiver Support Group Meeting

June 9, 2014 Leave a comment


The monthly Caregiver Support Group will meet at the Bancroft Senior Center, this coming Monday, June 16 at 2:00 p.m. The meetings are very informal; various topics are discussed and those who attend are encouraged to share their ups and downs of being a caregiver. The information that is shared by those in attendance is kept confidential. If you are a caregiver and have never attended a meeting, please feel free to come and join us.

 

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Bancroft Senior Center News

June 9, 2014 Leave a comment


* The senior center provides Information and Assistance to any individual who is looking for services for themselves or another person 60 years and older, the center manager and/or center participant can provide information to individuals on services available within the community. We link individuals to the services and opportunities that are available within or beyond the community itself. We will then establish adequate follow-up procedures to see that their needs were met. For more information call 402-648-3387.

*If you are 60 years and older and need information on programs designed to help keep you in your home longer or if you need legal help, contact Connie at 402-648-3387 or in the evening at 402-648-7648.

* We have the following medical equipment to loan out on an as need basis, wheel chair, bath seats, toilet seat riser and portable toilet chair, crutches or walkers. Call 402-648-3387 during office hours.

 

Meals on Wheels

Would you like to get Meals on Wheels? Anyone over the age of 60 years and lives within the city limits are eligible for these meals. You may sign up anytime for the Meals on Wheels program; you can get the meals delivered however many times you want them each week. You must call 402-687-2332 before 8:30 a.m. if you want a meal that day. The suggested donation for the meals is $4.00.

 

 

 

Weekly Activities:

Wed. June 11: Melody chimes practice at 9:00. Come and play Rummikub or any other card game at 1:30.

Thurs. June 12: Tai Chi class at 9:30 and the walking ex. class at 10:30. Stop in for coffee at 10:00. Come and play in the pitch tournament at 1:30.

Fri. June 13: Exercise class (FROG) at 10:00 come and join us. The chicken dinner has been canceled for today. Sign up to play in the pinochle tournament at 1:30.

Sun. June 15: FATHERS DAY and our SALISBURY STEAK FUND RAISER from 11:00 until 1:00 p.m.

Mon. June 16: Caregiver Support Group meets today at 2:00; we will remember our fathers at the meeting.

Tues. June 17: Tai Chi class at 9:30 and the walking ex. class at 10:30. Stop in for coffee at 10:00. Sign up to play in the pitch tournament at 1:30. The French toast and pancake supper will be from 5:30 – 7:00 p.m.

Wed. June 18: Melody chimers will entertain at the Pioneer Senior Center at 1:30 and Legacy Gardens in Pender at 2:30. The card game 65 is on the agenda at 1:30.

 

 

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Comments on EPA’s Water Rights Needed by July 21st

June 9, 2014 Leave a comment


Nebraska’s public and private water rights are being jeopardized by the federal government, and public comments must be submitted to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) by July 21.

 

On March 25 the EPA, in conjunction with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps), issued a proposed rule change that would redefine the definition of “Waters of the United States” under the Clean Water Act (CWA). Arguing that their proposal would “enhance protection for the nation’s public health” and “increase CWA program predictability and consistency”, the EPA intends to expand federal jurisdiction of the nation’s waterways. Under this new definition, the federal government could gain control of our water. This would include wetlands as well.  Essentially, even ditches that collect rain water may be subject to EPA control. Farmland will almost assuredly be affected by this rule change.

 

For this past year, Senator Lydia Brasch has been in ongoing contact with various national and state leaders, agriculture organizations, and others to address concerns from landowners, including declaration of federally environmentally protected areas and an effort by the EPA to purchase land flooded by the 2011 flood. The proposed rule expands the scope of the CWA beyond its original intent in 1972, when it was passed. Sen. Brasch states, “The proposed definition poses a very serious threat to our individual property rights because all waters, from farm ponds to streams, in Nebraska could be subject to federal control. Farmers, ranchers, and other landowners could see increased federal government regulations over portions of their land.”

 

Public comments on the issue are due on or before July 21. Submit your comments, identified by Docket ID No. EPA-HQ-OW-2011-0880, at http://www.regulations.gov; by emailing them to ow-docket@epa.gov, including the Docket ID No. in the subject line; or by mailing the original and three copies of your comments to: Water Docket, Environmental Protection Agency, Mail Code 2822T, 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20460, Attention: Docket ID No. EPA–HQ–OW–2011–0880.

Senator Lydia Brasch

Senator Lydia Brasch

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