Burt County Fair August 5-9
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Lois Mae (Webb) Stidd, 77, of Bullhead City AZ
July 14, 2016 Leave a comment
Lois Mae (Webb) Stidd, 77, passed away unexpectedly on December 3, 2015 in Bullhead City, Arizona surrounded by her family. Inurnment will be held July 16, 2016 at 1:00 P.M. at Evergreen Cemetery in Walthill, Nebraska. Arrangements are under the direction of Munderloh-Smith Funeral Home in Pender, Nebraska.
Lois was born March 10, 1938 in Macy, Nebraska to Albert and Francis Webb and was the 3rd of 10 children. She lived on her family’s farm near Macy until marrying Jim Stidd in 1957, they were married for 22 years. The family lived in Lincoln, Nebraska until moving to Upland, California in 1966 where they raised their three children. She left California for Albequerque, New Mexico in 1993 where she lived until 1998 when she moved to Phoenix, Arizona before moving and settling in Show Low, Arizona in 2005.
Those remaining to cherish Lois’ memory are her three children; Bob, Tim, Sheila and her husband Ken; four grandchildren, Aryne, Trevor, JR and Hunter; two great-grandchildren Brooklynn and Brody; one remaining sibling Wanda and her husband Don, her long-time companion Dwayne, numerous nieces, nephews, friends, and last but not least her beloved cats Gizmo, Tuxedo and Jack.
Lois is preceded in death by her parents Albert & Francis Webb, step-father Robert Dickison, four brothers James, Larry, Gary and John; three sisters Sarah, Laura and Rowena, and recently deceased Mary, as well as numerous beloved pets.
Inurnment will be held July 16, 2016 at 1:00 P.M. at Evergreen Cemetery in Walthill, Nebraska. Arrangements are under the direction of Munderloh-Smith Funeral Home in Pender, Nebraska.
Help Needed for Fairgrounds Clean-Up!
July 13, 2016 Leave a comment
Help needed for Fairgrounds Clean-Up!
Sunday, July 24th @ 1 PM
All 4-H families as well as any BCF supporters are being asked to help clean up the fairgrounds as the fair is around the corner! It is a fun time to get together one last time before the big week! There will be grilled hot dogs and hamburgers along with the fixings provided by the Burt County Ag Society and Marty and Jean Peterson. All you have to bring is a broom, a side dish and something to drink! Hope to see you there! Please share and help spread the word!
Nature in all its’ Glory!
July 13, 2016 Leave a comment
The beauty of flowers! This colorful display is Rosa Schmidt’s. This time of year brings out the beauty of the season. Photo courtesy of Rosa Schmidt.
Happenings at Oakland Heights
July 13, 2016 Leave a comment
Oakland Heights News by Nancy Silvey
This week on Thursday July 14th at 2:30 pm Charlie Davis will be here to perform and then on Saturday July 16th at 2:30 pm the Rusty Buckets will be here to play. Next week we have our yearly Activity Ice Cream Social fundraiser on Friday July 22nd starting at 7:00 pm. This year’s entertainment for the evening is The Arthrightous Brothers so come and enjoy some homemade pie, ice cream and fun entertainment. We also have a resident celebrating a birthday next week, Art Schlichting on July 19th.
Church Service for Sunday July 17th at 2:30 pm will be given by the Craig Alder Grove Church with a luncheon served afterwards. On Monday July 18th is communion with the First Lutheran Church.
Activities for the week of July 18th to July 23rd are as follows, Reading with Jill, Manicures, Sing a Long, Game Day, Bingo the w/Salem, Reading Group, Bible Fellowship, Word Games, Let’s Play Ball, Crafty Cooking, Saturday morning video, and Lawrence Walk.
Volunteers signing in last week were; Judy Nelson, Mary Donavan, Anne Anderson, Betty Hanna, Marge Maller, Patty Miller, Bonnie Fleischman, Di Ruwe, Dani Moseman, Pat Anderson, Judy Stone, and Sly Rouse.
The PAWS Act
July 13, 2016 Leave a comment
By U.S. Senator Deb Fischer
Most of us don’t think twice about turning the corner of a busy street or standing in a long checkout line at the grocery store. But for veterans struggling with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), everyday events like these can trigger devastating flashbacks. A sudden sound or a noisy crowd can summon a sense of danger and instantly produce a battlefield mentality. Sleepless nights, anxiety, depression, and suicidal thoughts are some of the many challenges facing veterans with PTSD.
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) estimates between 11 and 20 percent of veterans who served in Iraq and Afghanistan have PTSD in a given year. This condition is notoriously difficult to treat. Antidepressants and therapy do not always work, and when treatments fail, a feeling of hopelessness can creep in. Out of nowhere, a veteran can find him or herself in a very dark place.
This was the case for Marine Corporal Cole Lyle. A six-year Marine Corps veteran, Cole’s PTSD severely affected his quality of life after returning from Afghanistan in 2011. Medication did not help; sleeping pills could not stop his nightmares. As a last resort, he decided to try a therapy rarely prescribed for PTSD.
Cole bought a dog.
Kaya was an energetic little puppy when Cole first met her. He paid out of pocket for her training as a service dog, and soon, Kaya became Cole’s loyal companion. She was his front line, keeping him calm in public places. Kaya even learned to wake him during nightmares.
With Kaya, Cole was able to manage his PTSD. He was able to live a more normal life.
I recently met Cole and Kaya when they visited the Senate. Their bond was clear and beautiful. Kaya never left his side. Now fully grown, she is a wonderful dog with a big smile; tall, pointy ears, and a truly touching devotion to Cole.
Kaya is also Cole’s partner in a new mission: to bring relief to other veterans with PTSD by increasing their access to service dogs.
A growing body of research shows animal-assisted therapy can lead to reduced PTSD symptoms, better sleep, and a decreased need for medication. These dogs are offering a new lease on life for veterans like Cole who suffer, often silently, from severe PTSD. The VA currently provides service dogs for physically disabled veterans, but it does not provide them for veterans with PTSD.
That’s why, this month, I worked with my friend Senator Cory Booker of New Jersey to introduce a new bill to help veterans like Cole. Our bipartisan legislation, known as thePuppies Assisting Wounded Service members (PAWS) Act, will offer veterans the same hope that Cole found in Kaya.
The PAWS Act directs the VA to begin a five-year pilot program, which would provide eligible veterans with certified service dogs. These veterans would receive follow-up support services from certified providers for the rest of the dog’s life, as well as veterinary health insurance. To remain eligible for the program, these veterans would be required to see a primary care or mental health care provider quarterly at a VA medical facility.
A similar version of the PAWS Act was introduced in the House of Representatives with nearly 100 bipartisan cosponsors. Bipartisan support for both versions of this bill has grown quickly, and I am hopeful it will pass the respective committees this fall.
Veterans with PTSD may have left the battlefield, but they are still in a tough fight. Service dogs like Kaya can provide much-needed support, peace, and joy. Through the PAWS Act, American heroes struggling with PTSD can find hope and experience the love of “man’s best friend” as they heal from the scars of war.
Thank you for taking part in our democratic process. I look forward to visiting with you again next week.
Benefit Planned for Nesemeier Family of Craig
July 12, 2016 Leave a comment
The Steve & Terri Nesemeier family of Craig lost their home and all their belongings due to a fire last week.
The Craig Community is planning a fundraiser for their benefit on Sunday, July 24.
It will be held at the Craig Fire Hall from 11:30-1:00 p.m.
Everyone is invited to attend to enjoy a good meal to benefit a good cause.
Fremont 4-H Fair Results
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2016 Fremont 4-H Fair Results from John Wilson, Extension Educator
Nick Bohannon was crowned king over the 2016 Fremont 4-H Fair. Nick is the 18-year-old son of Sandy and Vance Bohannon of Tekamah. Nick was recognized for his many achievements and leadership during his 11 years in the Burt County 4-H program. Nick graduated from Tekamah-Herman this spring and will be attending the University of Nebraska-Lincoln this fall, majoring in nutrition and health sciences.
Results from Burt County 4-H’ers at the Fremont 4-H Fair include:
Horse Show
Senior Showmanship
Blue – Reese Hansen
Red – Megan Olson, Casey Stone, Paige Sheffield
Junior Showmanship
Red – Lakyn Humphrey
Western Pony Pleasure
Purple – Reese Hansen (champion)
Red – Megan Olson
Sr. Western Pleasure
Red – Casey Stone
Sr. Western Horsememanship
Red – Reese Hansen
Sr. Pole Bending
Blue – Casey Stone
Red – Megan Olson
Jr. Pole Bending
Blue – Lakyn Humphrey
Sr. Barrel Racing
Blue – Casey Stone
Red – Megan Olson
Jr. Barrel Racing
Purple – Lakyn Humphrey (reserve champion)
Dog Show
Senior Showmanship
Purple – Megan Olson (champion)
Blue – Hallie Paulson, Casey Stone
Beginning Novice Obedience – Sr. Division
Blue – Hallie Paulson
Novice Obedience – Sr. Division
Purple – Casey Stone (champion), Megan Olson
Agility Level 1
Purple – Hallie Paulson
Agility Level 2
Blue – Megan Olson
Agility Level 3
Purple – Casey Stone (champion)
Sheep Show
AOB Breeding Ewe
Purple – Brent Miller (champion)
Commercial Ewe Lamb
Purple – Brent Miller
Commercial Yearling Ewe
Purple – Hannah Brudigam
Senior Showmanship
Purple – Brent Miller (champion), Layne Miller
Junior Showmanship
Blue – Bailey Pelan
White Influence Market Lamb
Purple – Brent Miller
Middleweight Hampshire Market Lamb
Purple – Brent Miller
Lightweight Natural Market Lamb
Purple – Layne Miller, Hannah Brudigam
Crossbred Market Lamb
Purple – Hannah Brudigam (2), Layne Miller (2), Bailey Pelan,
Blue – Bailey Pelan (2)
Meat Goat Show
Senior Showmanship
Purple – Abigail Peterson
Meat Goat
Purple – Abigail Peterson (2)
Beef Show
Commercial Breeding Heifer
Purple – Bailey Fleischman, Bryce Uhing
Senior Showmanship
Purple – Bailey Fleischman (reserve champion), Abigail Peterson, Bryce Uhing
Market Heifer
Purple – Bailey Fleischman, Abigail Peterson
Market Steer
Purple – Brennan Ahrens (champion heavyweight steer, reserve grand champion steer, Cody Elliott (reserve champion middleweight steer), Trenton Elliott (champion lightweight steer), Bailey Fleischman, Garrett Klausen
Blue – Abigail Peterson
Swine Show
Senior Showmanship
Purple – Jenna Bromm (Reserve Champion)
Intermediate Showmanship
Purple – Brayden Anderson
Junior Showmanship
Purple – Elise Anderson
Blue – Jocelyn Hightree
Progress Gilts
Purple – Brayden Anderson, Elise Anderson
Market Gilts
Purple – Brayden Anderson, Elise Anderson
Blue – Jocelyn Hightree
Progress Barrows
Purple – Brayden Anderson, Jocelyn Hightree, Jenna Bromm
Blue – Elise Anderson, Jocelyn Hightree
Market Barrows
Purple – Jenna Bromm
Insect Identification Contest
Blue – Elise Anderson
Static Exhibits
Ashley Bohannon, Tekamah
Acrylic Painting, blue
Nick Bohannon, Tekamah
Computer Website, purple (gold medal – computers)
4-H Scrapbook, blue
Brent Miller, Lyons
Heavy Duty Booster Cable – purple (gold medal – electricity level 3)
Birdhouse – purple (silver medal – wildlife habitat)
Entomology Box – purple
Rocket – purple
Decorative Wreath – purple
Layne Miller, Lyons
Wooden Plant Stand – purple (gold medal – woodworking level 3)
Wooden Checkerboard – purple
Clay Pot Bird House – purple
Deer Tin Punch – purple
Rocket – purple
Decorative Wreath – purple
Plate Bird Feeder – blue
A Minute with the Mayor
July 12, 2016 Leave a comment
What a great day the 4th of July was. The weather was perfect as were all the events that went on throughout the day. It all culminated in another fantastic fireworks display. It was an Independence Day done right by Lyons once again! But this year was more than a celebration of our country’s independence.
It was a celebration of Lyons doing what it does best – caring about Lyons, the people living in it and its future! My heart burst for joy seeing all those who came out to support the fun run/walk for Arizona Riecken. It wasn’t as much about raising money as it was it to show him and the Riecken family just how much they are loved and supported by this community. What was raised for financial support pales in comparison to the moral support I know they all felt. And then there was the dedication of the Veterans’ Memorial Plaza. I knew it would be well attended but once again I was overwhelmed with the number of people who came out to support our past, present and future veterans.
It was wonderful to have our state senator, Lydia Brasch, and our lt. Governor, Mike Foley, speak at the ceremony. Their speeches captured the spirit of what the Veterans’ Memorial means to our veterans and the citizens of Lyons. But without community support, the project would have just stayed a dream. The purchase of the 300 hundred tiles to honor loved ones and the start of the next 300. We can’t forget about the countless fundraisers that were put-on to raise funds for the rebuilding of the plaza because people believed in the dream. Our own school children (you know the younger generation that we always worry about not really understanding just what freedom looks like?) raising over $13,000 for the cause. If you ask me, I don’t think we have much to worry about with at least our group of young people! And then we can’t forget about our American Legion, VFW and Auxiliary. They all worked very hard to provide the people of Lyons with a solemn reminder that freedom isn’t always free and to honor their past, present and future comrades in arms. If you attended the dedication, you heard Jerry Ludwig heap praise on many, many people who helped make this dream a reality.
I would be remiss if I didn’t mention our heart-felt thanks to Jerry for being the life blood that worked tirelessly over the last year making this memorial a worthy tribute to our active, retired and deceased service members. It will be a crown jewel in Lyons for generations to come. We should all be very proud. Finally the day couldn’t have happened without the dedication and commitment from the people who make up the Lyons Community Club and Lyons Fire and Rescue. I know I say it every year but it really does take a lot of time and effort to organize and pull-off an all-day event like we do here in Lyons.
It takes countless volunteers to make it all happen. From the beginning of the day with the pancake feed to the end of the day with the fireworks display, none of it would be possible without the help and assistance of the people of Lyons. So for me, the 4th of July was so much more than celebrating our independence as a nation, it was about celebrating Lyons as a community and all the wonderful people who live, work and raise families here.
I’ll sign off again using the quote from Walt Disney that we have on the wall in the lobby of the community center, “You can design and create, and build the most wonderful place in the world. But it takes people to make the dream a reality.” Lyons has dream makers and we are so blessed because of it! Enjoy the rest of July. Stay cool! We’ll talk to you soon.
Mayor Andy Fuston
Market Report
July 12, 2016 Leave a comment
Dow +127.62
S&P +11.97
Nasdaq +45.02
The S&P 500 touched an intraday record this morning, topping levels last seen more than a year ago in a reflection of investors’ bets that the U.S. economy remains a pocket of solidity in a troubled world.
The S&P 500 climbed 0.5% to 2141.02 early this am, exceeding its intraday record of 2134.72 hit in May 2015. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 106 points, or 0.59% to 18252. The gains left the S&P 500 on pace to close at a record, with the Dow Industrials within 1 percentage point of the blue chip index’s record close of 18312.39.
A better-than-expected jobs report Friday was the latest boost to S&P 500, which has gained more than 16% since falling to a yearly low in February. Stocks have been bolstered by signs of strength in the U.S. economy, a recovery in oil prices and the Federal Reserve’s cautious stance toward raising interest rates.
Some investors and analysts said the rally highlights the appeal of U.S. equities at a time when the global economy faces an uncertain future in the wake of the U.K. vote to leave the European Union. At the same time, central banks are continuing extraordinary efforts to promote growth and inflation that have helped send government bond yields to historic lows.
http://www.wsj.com/articles/european-stocks-buoyed-by-rally-in-japan-1468223360
Grain Markets 7/11/16 @ 11:55am
Sept Corn -8’2@3.46’6
Dec Corn -8’2@3.54’2
Aug Beans+0’2@10.83’4
Nov Beans+2’0@10.59’6
With corn losing almost $1 from the highs we are now under the spring insurance level of $3.86. Fundamentally the crop looks good and another trend line production year or above year will increase carryout. I fear the bears and the possibility of corn dropping below $3.25, though I am not ruling out the markets ability to re-trace back to $4.00 it will surely take the help from some hot and dry weather to get us there.
Demand seems to be strong, many anticipate USDA bumping export demand. With a good crop we would also see ending stock move higher and possibly a reduction in corn used for feed. There is talk of wheat competing with corn for feed usage.
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Beans:
With USDA predicting and average of 46.7 Bpa. A swing in either direction can really change bean pricing. Based on fixed demand, a yield of 48 bpa would potentially give us a 441 mln bu carry out, while 44 bpa take us down to 109 mln bu carryout. You can see the significant difference here.
Chinas demand for beans remains strong, however if China continues to have financial issues and is forced to devalue currency, could ultimately give them less buying power. Just keep in mind China is about 60% of the worlds export soybean demand. Chinas financial situation is certainly worth paying attention to.
Concern of a LATE La Nina still remain for beans. Thoughts that weather concerns surfacing in August adds to uncertainty. The next 30 days keep a close eye on weather as it is likely to cause a roller coaster of market volatility.
Weather:
Weather has certainly been the dominating factor in market movement. More wide spread rainfall and cooler forecasted temps have removed a lot of weather risk premium from the markets. Though we are running out of time, there is still an opportunity for weather risk to once again become a factor. The next 5 days offer rains throughout the Corn Belt, the eastern Corn Belt (needing rain) looks to have good rain in the forecast.
Greg Mockenhaupt
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