Flags Go Up in Honor of Memorial Day

May 23, 2014 Leave a comment


Bill Hultquist, one of the American Legions members and a veteran, placed a flag on Oakland's Main Street. Photo Credit/Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

Bill Hultquist, one of the American Legions members and a veteran, placed a flag on Oakland’s Main Street. Photo Credit/Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

Bill Hultquist, a veteran and American Legion member, holds up the American flag while out putting the flags on Oakland's Main Street. Photo Credit/Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

Bill Hultquist, a veteran and American Legion member, holds up the American flag while out putting the flags on Oakland’s Main Street. Photo Credit/Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

Another flag up, courtesy of Bill Hultquist, American Legion member and a veteran. Photo Credit/Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

Another flag up, courtesy of Bill Hultquist, American Legion member and a veteran. Photo Credit/Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

The American Legion placed flags on Oakland's Main Street. Bill Hultquist hung this one up. Photo Credit/Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

The American Legion placed flags on Oakland’s Main Street. Bill Hultquist hung this one up. Photo Credit/Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

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Oakland Swimming Pool Opening Soon

May 23, 2014 Leave a comment


OPENING DAY IS TUESDAY MAY 27TH!!!! FOR THE FIRST WEEK OUR HOURS WILL BE 12-1 ADULT SWIM AND 1-6 OPEN SWIM.

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REAP Goes to Washington

May 23, 2014 Leave a comment


Lyons, NE – The Center for Rural Affairs’ Rural Enterprise Assistance Project-REAP met in Washington, D.C., this last week during National Small Business Week, an annual event, proclaimed by the President, to recognize and honor the contributions small businesses make to our economy and communities. 

REAP is part of “The Friends of the SBA Microloan Program” a network of seasoned intermediary lenders committed to supporting a strong and effective Microloan Program at the Small Business Administration (SBA). The Friends network provides a venue for intermediary lenders to discuss program operations, share success stories, challenges and best practices. The primary mission of the Friends network is advocacy and participating intermediaries work to keep policy makers in Washington updated on how SBA resources are being used to finance, support and grow small businesses and create jobs in urban and rural communities across the country.  Some of these programs, including REAP, were the original programs chosen to run a pilot microlending program in the U.S. in 1991.

While in Washington D.C. the group had an opportunity to share intermediary lender and small business success stories with Congressional staff at the briefing organized with the House Small Business Committee as well as key staff with the Small Business Administration.  Each program made appointments with elected officials and staff to discuss the importance of small business and alternative lending sources. 

“It’s always good to connect with folks in D.C. and tell the stories of our businesses, share our successes as a program and needed changes to stay current with the economy and the changing needs of our customers,” stated Dena Beck, Senior Project Leader and Loan Specialist with REAP.  “This year was special with the inclusion of a SBA Microloan recipient, Nebraska small business and REAP/Rural Investment Corp-RIC board member Connie Harvey, owner of Efficiency Counts in Hasting, NE.  Our elected officials and SBA program staff often hear from us working out in the field, but when a business talks to them about their journey, struggles and successes, it makes it very real for them.”

According to Harvey, “I gleaned a lot about how advocating in Washington works… and I was really impressed with the caliber of REAP and the other intermediaries that came from all over the United States.  I felt honored and humbled to be given such an opportunity to participate in this process.  One thing that was emphasized by the leadership of the SBA, and demonstrated while talking individually with representatives, is that real-life stories are the most effective means of getting our points across.”

Beck added, “ I was astonished by the statistic of 8,000 small and micro business owner credit applications declined each business day according to the Treasury Secretary, Jacob Lew, June 10, 2013.” 

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Final Story Time of the Year at Oakland Public Library

May 22, 2014 Leave a comment


By Rosa Schmidt, Oakland Public Library Director. All photos are the credit of Rosa Schmidt. 

At today’s Storytime, after reading our stories and gluing our flower gardens…pony rides for all!1526688_716536735073629_6196216626370696215_n 10295698_716466305080672_5651966064089152075_n 10308321_716536791740290_6149417005043066385_n 10310667_716536518406984_5311346134065591853_n 10360337_716536631740306_7958582617512119909_n 10363131_716466091747360_1650100240985390577_n

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Wilderness Escape Vacation Bible School

May 21, 2014 Leave a comment


Bethany Lutheran Church, First UNITED METHODIST Church, Memorial United Methodist Church, and First Presbyterian Church, Invite Families to wilderness escape VBS (Vacation Bible School)

Lyons, Ne

A summer family event called “Wilderness Escape: Where God Guides and Provides” will be hosted at First Presbyterian Church from May 27th to May 30th. Families step back in time at Wilderness Escape, exploring some of the adventures faced by Moses and the Israelites. Kids and adults participate at the Israelite Camp, sing catchy songs, play teamwork-building games, dig into Bible-times snacks, visit Moses, and collect Bible Memory Buddies to remind them of God’s Word. Plus, everyone learns to look for evidence of God all around them through something called God Sightings. Each day concludes at Celebration—a time of upbeat worship that gets everyone involved.

 

Kids and adults at Wilderness Escape VBS will join together to support the local food pantry.

 

Wilderness Escape will run from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM each day. For more information, call (after 5PM) or text (anytime) Shelly Richling at (402) 987-4203.VBS CommunityFlyer 20174

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School’s Out! Let the 4-H Specialty Camp Fun Begin

May 21, 2014 Leave a comment


School’s out! Let the 4-H Specialty Camp Fun Begin!

 

Sign up today for two of Burt County’s popular 4-H camp!

Razzle Dazzle Robotics camp is geared for youth ages 8-12 who want to design, build and program NXT Mindstorm Robots. The workshop enhances youth critical thinking and problem solving skills using science, engineering and math concepts. Razzle Dazzle Robotics will be held next Tuesday, May 27 through Friday, May 30 from 9:00-Noon at the Tekamah City Auditorium. The workshop fee is $20.00 Registration deadline for this workshop is this Friday, May 23 at 4:30 p.m.

 

Making Money Camp is geared for youth ages 10-14 who want to create products and services and run their own business in the future. This workshop enhances youth entrepreneurial thinking and skills using business and marketing principles. The Making Money Camp will be held June 19-20 from 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. at the Burt County Fairgrounds in Oakland. The workshop fee is $25 and the registration deadline is June 16th.

 

Mary Loftis,

Extension Assistant
UNL Extension – Burt County
111 North 13th Street, Suite 6
Tekamah, NE 68061
Phone: (402) 374-2929

Fax: (402) 374-2930

Internet: mloftis2@unl.edu

Mary Loftis

Mary Loftis

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Happenings at Oakland Heights

May 21, 2014 Leave a comment


Mother's Day Tea at Oakland Heights. Photos courtesy of Oakland Heights.

Mother’s Day Tea at Oakland Heights. Photos courtesy of Oakland Heights.

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We had a great time last week with the Residents for National Nursing Home Week. A week of parties, I would like to thank Pat Anderson, Nadine Anderson, and Robin Johnson for volunteering to help for the Mother’s Day Tea also the rest of the nursing home staff that joined in on the fun for the Hula Hoop contest and Ball Tournament. We also had a nice turnout for the Waffle Supper last Thursday night it is so nice to have such great volunteers who come every month to assist with the supper.

Next week is Memorial Day on Monday May 26th, and we have a Birthday this week Cathy Huff celebrates her birthday on May 31st.

Church Service for Sunday May25th at 2:30 pm will be given by the   First Evang. Lutheran Church with refreshments served afterwards.

Activities for the week of May 26th to May 31st are as followed, ,Sing a Long, Game Day, Bingo w/Methodist, Bible Fellowship, Reading Group, Let’s Play Ball, Crafty Cooking, Saturday morning movie, and Lawrence Welk

Volunteers signing in last week were; Judy Nelson, Mary Donovan, Seth Anderson, Dani Moseman, Marge Maller, Anne Anderson, Patty Miller, Di Ruwe, Bonnie Fleischman, Pat Anderson, Sly Rouse, Cathy McMurtry, and Mary Alice Pearson.

Guest’s signing the Guest book this past week was:   Mary Plageman, Tom Larson, and Diane Lux to see Dorothy Larson. Also visiting was Brian and Travis Goracke to see Marvin Lang. And other visitors who came last week were Reame, Rick, and Ryan Shepherd

 

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Hassebrook Within Seven Points in Governor’s Race

May 21, 2014 Leave a comment


Omaha, NE – A Rasmussen poll released on Sunday that shows Chuck Hassebrook is within seven points of Republican opponent, Pete Ricketts.

The poll was conducted on May 14th and May 15th and surveyed 750 likely voters. Of those surveyed:

·         50% were men and 50% were women. Women were underrepresented in results by 2% — of the total registered voters in Nebraska, 52% are women, and 48% are men.

·         48% were Republicans, 28% were Democrats, and 24% were unaffiliated with either party.

Survey results show that 47% of those surveyed supported Ricketts, while 40% supported Hassebrook. This single-digit lead is well under the double-digit registration advantage that Republicans hold – 50% of registered voters in Nebraska are Republicans, while 30% are Democrats.

Additionally, among those surveyed 41% viewed Ricketts unfavorably, nearly twice that of Hassebrook (25%). Finally, only 6% were unsure or didn’t know Ricketts, which is nearly six times fewer than Hassebrook (35%). This shows that there is a much greater likelihood for Hassebrook to gain favorable ground with voters than Ricketts, who has run multiple campaigns and has already polarized voters.

This initial poll is important for a few reasons. The survey was conducted on the first two days after a brutal Republican primary battle that dominated the airwaves for months. Ricketts and outside groups spent millions of dollars promoting his campaign and attacking his opponents, and won by the least number of votes in 100 years, while Hassebrook, who ran unopposed, did not spend any money on television or radio ads before the primary election. Ricketts has previously run in a high profile race, voters have examined him, and even after his most recent campaign he has not gained any ground.

The results of the Rasmussen poll indicate that voters have made up their minds about Ricketts – not favorably – and therefore may be open to supporting another candidate that is not affiliated with their own registered party.

Chuck Hassebrook

Chuck Hassebrook

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Bancroft Senior Center News

May 19, 2014 Leave a comment


Bancroft Senior Center News

* 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.

 

Refurbished Memorial Flowers are on sale at the senior center. We have a wonderful array of memorial wreaths, crosses and sprigs of flowers. Everyone is welcome to stop in to look and buy.

 

 

Weekly Activities:

Wed. May 21: Melody chimes practice at 9:00. Join us for coffee anytime during the day. Sign up for the pinochle tournament at 1:30.

Thurs.: May 22: Tai Chi class at 9:30 and the walking ex. class at 10:30. Stop in for coffee at 10:00. Come and play or learn how to play the golf game at 1:30.

Fri. May 23: Exercise class (FROG) at 10:00 come and join us. Today is the day for the monthly birthday and anniversary party at 1:30. Just a reminder to sign up for the liver and onion or meatball dinner on Tuesday, May 27.

Mon. May 26: The senior center is closed for Memorial Day.

Tues. May 27: Tai Chi class at 9:30 and the walking ex. class at 10:30. Stop in for coffee at 10:00. The meal for today is liver and onions or meatballs. Cards will be played at 1:30.

Wed. May 28: Melody chimes practice at 9:00. Come and play bingo at 1:30.

 

 

 

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Lyons City Auditorium Remodeling

May 19, 2014 Leave a comment


The Lyons City Auditorium is getting a make-over. Currently, the tiles have been removed, as you can see in these pictures, because the glue that held them down contained asbestos. The city has received grants to do this project, which is quite a feat. As more is done on this project, updates will be posted! The auditorium was in need of the remodeling. The end results will surely be pleasing to Lyons people, and all that utilize the auditorium.

The floors without tile that is under renovation at the Lyons City Auditorium. Photo Credit for both pics/Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief Kat Country Hub.

The floors without tile that is under renovation at the Lyons City Auditorium. Photo Credit for both pics/Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief Kat Country Hub.

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