Pheasant Hunting Opportunities Expected to Improve

August 21, 2015 Leave a comment


LINCOLN – Nebraska pheasant hunting opportunities in 2015 should be better than last year, according to the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission’s Upland Game Hunting Outlook.

Mild winter conditions and timely spring rains have resulted in increases in pheasant abundance statewide. Spring rains also resulted in abundant cover, with Game and Parks staff reporting excellent habitat conditions across the state.

The outlook is based on spring and summer upland game surveys, and conditions reported by biologists. Regional weather events that could impact populations are considered.

Surveys indicated that pheasant abundance was higher in all regions of the state compared to 2014. The southwest and Panhandle regions should offer the best hunting opportunities this year, but better opportunities should be available statewide. With the lush vegetation comes an abundance of insects for chicks to eat. Reports from several regions indicate plentiful grasshoppers this year.

Quail abundance continued its ascent from lows resulting from the drought of 2012-2013 and the severe winter of 2009-2010. Surveys indicated increases in abundance compared to 2014 across almost all of the quail’s range. Habitat conditions were excellent for production and brood-rearing across the state. The southeast and south central parts of the state should offer the best opportunities this year, but there will be good opportunities throughout quail range.

Habitat conditions for grouse were excellent this year, particularly in the Sandhills, and surveys indicated increased abundance in most regions compared to 2014. Abundance was highest in the central part of the state.

Cottontail abundance appears to have increased significantly across the state, particularly in the southeast and central regions. Staff also report observing multitudes of young rabbits.

To view the full report, visit OutdoorNebraska.org, and then search for 2015 Upland Game Hunting Outlook.

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Happenings at Oakland Heights

August 20, 2015 Leave a comment


Oakland Heights News

By Nancy Silvey Activity Director

Just a reminder this week is on Thursday August 20th is the monthly Waffle Supper serving from 5:30 to 6:00 pm. On Saturday August 22nd is Iva Anderson’s Birthday her family will be serving the resident’s ice cream and cake at 3:00 pm. We also have several residents celebrating their birthday’s next week Jackie Caldwell on August 24th, Teresa Bowman on August 26th and Anita Beckner on August 29th. On Tuesday August 25th is a Puttin on the Ritz dinner for the residents at 11:30 am.

We have some staff celebrating anniversaries next week on Monday August 24th at 10:00 am we will be serving coffee and rolls for Enola Greve and Stefanie Bicking, celebrating 5years of employment, on Wednesday August 26th is Rex Landholm 20 year employment Anniversary party at 3:00 pm.

Church Service for August 23rd at 2:30 pm will be given by Salem Covenant Church with a luncheon served afterwards. On Tuesday August 25th at 9:30 am is Catholic Mass with Father Paul.

Activities for the week of August 24th to August 29th , are as followed, Reading with Marilyn, Manicures,  Reminiscing Group, Sing a Long, Coffee and Conversation, Bingo w/Methodist, Bible Fellowship, Reading the Local Paper, General Store, Let’s Play Ball, Crafty Cooking, Friday Bingo and Saturday morning movie.

Volunteers signing in last week were; Judy Nelson, Betty Hanna, Marge Maller, Bonnie Fleischman, Mary Donavon, Dani Moseman, Nadine Anderson , Pat Anderson, Di Ruwe, Roberta Weitzenkamp, Mary Fritts, and Sly Rouse.

Guest signing in last week was Ron and Mary Plageman and Tom Larson to see Dorothy Larson, also visiting was Bob, Gene, Blake and Sarah Quists.

 

 

 

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Village of Decatur Meeting Minutes

August 19, 2015 Leave a comment


Village Board of Decatur Regular Meeting
August 13, 2015 4:30P.M.
The Board of the Village of Decatur met in regular session at 4:30 P.M. at the City Hall on August 13, 2015. Visitors signing in were Nina Mussack, Donnie Warren, Lon Hood, Jim Maryott, Jeania McCulloch, Cheryl Gatewood, Susan Houck, Ellen Olson, Jean Morgan, David Radke with Williams & Co., Cheyanne Jessen with Plaindealer, Ron Nohr with EDM Assoc, Debbie Maryott, Paul Richards. Not signing in, , Bob Kellogg, Betty Sparks, Steve Kellogg.

1)        The meeting was called to order by Chairman Loretta Kellogg.
Roll Call: Bolln-here, Kellogg-here, Richards-here, Tolby-here, Wolf-here.
2)         Agenda and minutes of the previous month’s meeting were received:
Roll Call: Bolln-yes, Kellogg-yes, Richards-yes, Tolby-yes, Wolf-yes.
3)         Approval and/or corrections and suspended reading of the previous month’s minutes.

Correction: None to report
Roll Call: Bolln-yes, Kellogg-yes, Richards-yes Tolby-yes, Wolf-yes.
4)         EXCUSE BOARD MEMBERS NOT ATTENDING MEETING:
            All Present

5)         REPORTS OF OFFICERS, BOARDS, AND OR COMMITTEES
1) Police Monthly Report- Kellogg reported that Gatto has been accepted to the academy, but are not sure what    month he will attended. Kellogg stated that the village would be paying for his training, and then he will pay the       village back. Gatto reported to the board that July 15th through August 13,2015 there had been 8 traffic citations          issued, 27 warnings issued, Narcotics 1 less than one ounce, and 2 arrests 1-assult and 1 carrying concealed         weapon. Clerk wanted permission to run an ad in the paper for a part-time police officer. Wolf made a motion to      run a part-time ad for the police. 2nd Tolby Roll Call Richards-n, Bolln-n, Kellogg-y, Wolf-y, Tolby-y. Clerk            asked permission to order new warning forms for the police dept. The lowest amount you can order is 1000 at     $358 Tolby made a motion to order forms 2nd Wolf, Richards-y, Bolln-y, Kellogg-y, Tolby-y, Wolf-y. Clerk         stated that she had John Paul’s application. Kellogg stated that we have issues with the cop cars the white one is   up and running but the silver car is not worth much. Kellogg stated that we have an estimate to fix the silver cars     air conditioner for $921.20 at D&M Repair.

The police officers talked about the state of the cars. Sparks stated that the white car was highway worthy.             Richards stated that we have multiple mechanics in town to ask for bids. Clerk will ask for bids to repair the             silver car.

2) Lights Monthly Report- Wolf stated there has been nothing brought to her attention. Clerk stated that they will          be reading meters next week.

3) Water & Sewer Monthly Report- Richards reported that Judy Anderson’s water leak had been fixed.

4) Parks Monthly Report – Tolby reported income of $3,928.86 for July. Clerk presented a picture of an             accident that happened while maintenance guys were mowing. The cost to repair the broken RV window is             $2228.00. Our deductible is $2,000. Clerk asked the board if they wanted to file a claim   with insurance or pay      out of pocket. Bolln made a motion to pay out of pocket instead of filing a claim 2nd by Tolby roll call Wolf-y,           Kellogg-y, Richard y, Bolln-y Tolby-y.

Tolby talked about the tree as you go down the park- she stated that it has a disease.

5) Streets Monthly Report –Bolln reported no problems Streets: Monthly Report -Sales tax for May $3,711.81.     Kellogg said that the road up by Skips has a hole and the rock is just going down the hole.

  1. A) Stop Sign @ Broadway & 13th- Clerk stated that this sign has been missing since it was hit in Wolf stated that the lady that hit it was suppose to pay for it. Gatto will need to get a copy of the       accident report from the Sherriff.

B)Weight limit sign on Broadway Bridge-Kellogg stated people are still confused because of the weight             limit sign is still up. She thought that this was taken care of. Kellogg stated that we need one weight limit for the     bridge.

Wolf wanted to know who takes care of the road down by Richards old house Richard replied the city. Wolf says        that it is very bumpy and needs to be grated. Kellogg states that it will be looked at.
6) Recycling- Reported an income in July $243.96 that was taken months ago. Walt said that they hauled 2 loads    in August

6)        OLD BUSINESS

1) The Dump Clean-up- Clerk stated that we have a bid from Cooney for hauling the ash was $7100.00 and that      we are in the process of finding a place that will take it. Clerk stated that she would be filing for an extension         with EPA.   Wolf suggested that we purchase a new lock for the dump so prohibited things are not put in there.   Clerk stated she will get a new lock and order a new sign.

2) Water Filter- Clerk stated that we are still running on 3 pumps to repair them would cost $91,000. Richards          stated that we do not have the finances for the repairs.

3) Nuisance Tickets- Tall grass/ Unattended lawn-Kellogg stated that we have already sent one letter out and we             will send another letter out giving them 5 days to become compliant also stating that they can be fined $100 to   $500. If they don’t respond a nuisance ticket will be issued. Wolf made a motion that we send a follow-up        letter to the letter that             has already gone on the nuisance properties that are weedy and grassy and warn them that     they will be liable or fined within so many days. 2nd Tolby Roll Call Richards-y, Bolln-y, Kellogg-y, Wolf-y,      Tolby-y

4) Kathy Stone’s Property- Kellogg stated that this is the one on the north side of the bank. Matt wants us to get   volunteers to do the clean-up. Wolf asked whose insurance would be used if Nieco’s wall was damaged. Kellogg            stated that Matt has a waiver for the volunteers to sign. Kellogg stated that all of us need to get busy on this. Bolln stated it would have been done before but it was stopped. Kellogg stated that we were told not to clean up            at that time. Richards stated that he was working on his own capacity not for the village. Wolf stated that          Richards should of signed a waiver. Wolf asked if Nieco has been contacted, Kellogg stated that he is too busy.    Kellogg stated all volunteers need to sign the waiver.

 

7)         NEW BUSINESS
            1) Silver Car- previously discussed during police report.

2) Ron Nohr / EDM Associates Inc River frontage lots for Scott and Randy Olson. Ron Nohr came to the table. He stated that they did the sub-division for Larry Roger. Nohr stated that he has been hired by Scott and Randy             Olson to sub-divide the last strip just south east of the Rogers last lot. The city does not have a sub-division    regulations. What they are proposing to do is to divide that property into 7 or 8 lots. This is a pre-plat and he is   here asking if they can go forward. Wolf asked what type of house is going to go there. Nohr said that they will be similar to the ones that Larry did. No mobile homes will be placed on those light. Kellogg stated that from         previous boards there was something with the sewer. Richards said that we would have to have an engineer.         Wolf asked if this was in the city limits. Richards stated no. Discussion about the sewer, lights and water   continued. Kellogg asked if we needed more information. Nohr thinks that our sewer and water has the capacity.        They will be using the same lift station. Nohr asked for approval of the pre plat. Richards made a motion to        approve this pre-plat 2nd Bolln roll call Tolby-y, Wolf-y, Kellogg-y, Richards-y Bolln-y. The Village will annex        after it the homes are built.

3) Wendy Phillips- July Sewer Problems @212 E 9th- Not in audience
4) Dave Radke- Budget to Comparison- Dave came to the table. He went over the quarterly reports with the board members. He stated that it is that time to work on next year’s budget as it is due in September. Wolf asked how we are doing- Radke stated that we are in better shape this year.
5) Joyce McCullock- Resignation as Assistant Clerk/Janitor- Kellogg stated everyone had a copy. This entails us         finding someone to cleans Sears Center, City Hall, park restrooms. Tolby made a motion to accept her resignation             2nd by Richards roll call- Bolln-y, Wolf-y, Kellogg-y, Tolby-y, Richards-y. Tolby made a motion to run an ad for           cleaning the Sears Center, City Hall, and park restrooms. 2nd by Wolf roll call- Richards-y, Bolln-y, Kellogg-y,         Tolby-y, Wolf-y

Richards made a motion to run an ad in the paper for a part-time clerk 2nd by Wolf roll call- Tolby-y, Bolln-y            Kellogg-y Richards-y, Wolf-y

 

6) Fencing @ Beck Park Kellogg stated the fencing around the park needs to be replaced. Bolln stated it now     comes in 10 foot sections. Kellogg asked board members what they wanted to do? Wolf made a motion for the       secretary to call the different lumber company and get prices and bring it back before the board for the September       meeting 2nd Tolby, Richards-y, Bolln-y, Kellogg-y, Wolf-y, Tolby-y.

 

7) October Pumpkin Fest- Kellogg stated that this isn’t an issue as they are going to stay at Blue Lake.

 

8) Mowing Bids for N. Park, Beck’s Park, & Weed eating- Kellogg stated that the men have said that they want    help mowing and weed eating North park, ball park, and camp ground. Kellogg stated that this would need to be    tabled until next month.

 

9) Nina Mussack – ad for police officer. Nina came to the table. She looked back at the ad’s and there was no ad   run for a part-time police. This was due to the clerk not completing that task. Nina just thinks it was done wrong.            Wolf apologized to the chair that she did not word the motion back in June correctly. Bolln questioned       Kellogg            about the police officer’s hours. Kellogg stated that they need to agree on Joseph’s salary. Kellogg stated that he             will be on a salary and then it won’t   matter how many hours he will work in a day. Kellogg stated that the            money he has received already will go into that salary. Bolln made a motion that we give Gatto $30,000 per year until he is certified 2nd Richards roll call Wolf- y, Kellogg-y, Tolby-y, Richards-y, Bolln-y. Then clerk asked if        they were going to discuss Sparks hourly wage. Wolf made a motion that we hire a part-time police at $14.00 per             hour 2nd by Richards roll call Bolln-y, Tolby-y, Kellogg-y, Wolf-y, Richards-y.

 

10) Melvin Wildman resignation- Kellogg stated that Melvin is going to resign from being the gate keeper at the       dump. Richards made a motion that we accept Melvin Wildman’s resignation 2nd by Bolln Roll-call Wolf-y,         Tolby-y, Kellogg-y, Richards-y, Bolln-y. Clerk will run an ad for 2 days a month to open the dump.

 

11) Survey Don Warren- Don came to the table and said that back in Spring the residents received surveys about   concerns the town. He asked what the purpose of the surveys, Kellogg stated so we could get feedback from the       community. He stated that he seen nothing been changed. The streets, abandoned home, and the park. He is             concerned that the streets need to be sealed up before winter hits. The hand rail still needs to be put up down at           the dock. He is concerned with the new dock with the floats are in the center and need to be moved to the   outside. Kellogg stated it takes time. Don stated we have got to get something done.

 

8)        CORRESPONDENCE

Clerk had been in contact with a used book seller who had found a picture on Decatur’s graduating class of 1912    along with their commencement program. The clerk will be giving this to the museum.

 

9)       ANNOUNCEMENTS
            ATV/UTV stickers have came in. The fee is $10.00. Must have current insurance card at time of purchase.
         The sign for the dock has been ordered.

10)       APPROPRIATIONS AND CONSIDERATION OF THE CLAIMS:

1) Claims preapproved by Wolf and Tolby

2) Motion to Approve the Claims as Submitted

Richards 2nd Bolln

Roll Call: Wolf-Y, Kellogg-Y, Tolby-Y, Richards-Y, Bolln-Y,

Are there any questions from the audience? Nina asked if the village is paying for academy Kellogg stated yes      and he will pay us back.

11)       MOTION TO ADJOURN THE MEETING          
Richards 2nd Bolln
Adjournment Time:   6:10 pm
Loretta Kellogg/Chairperson

Ann Chytka /Village Clerk

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News From Bancroft Senior Center

August 18, 2015 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. Aug. 19: Melody chimers will practice 9:00 am. Join us for coffee at 10:00 am. Have you made your appointment to see the foot doctor; he will start taking appointments at 11 am. Come in and play chicken foot dominoes at 1:30 pm.

Thurs. Aug.20: Rolls and coffee served from 9:00 am. until noon. Tai Chi class at 9:30 am. and the walking ex class at 10:45 am. There will be a pitch tournament at 1:30 pm.

Fri. Aug 21: The Farmers Market is open today from 9:00 – 11:00 am. Birthday party is today and they will play pitch and hand & foot at 1:30 pm. and lunch is served at 3:30 pm.

Mon .Aug. 24: Sign up to play in the pitch tournament at 1:15 pm. The monthly board meeting will be at 3:30 pm. Remember to make your reservation for tomorrows roast beef dinner.

Tues. Aug. 25: Tai Chi class is at 9:30 am. and the walking ex. class at 10:45 am. Stop in for coffee at 10:00 am. Have you made your reservation for the noon meal? We will play cards after lunch.

Wed. Aug 26: We will have melody chime practice at 9:00 am. Join us for coffee at 10:00 am. Have you signed up to play 5-handed pinochle at 1:30 pm?

 

 

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Market Report

August 18, 2015 Leave a comment


Dow +40.88
S&P +4.87
Nasdaq +19.30

 

U.S Loosens the longtime ban on oil exports.  The U.S Government is allowing energy companies to trade oil with Mexico, which is a small step toward lifting the 40 year ban which prevented the selling of U.S. crude.  This looks to give American drillers a new market for their product.  This is potentially positive for oil prices and positive for grain.

 

Grain Markets @ 10:18am
Sept Corn -1 @ $3.63
Dec Corn -1 ¼ @ $3.72 ¼
Sept Beans +2 ¼ @ $9.27 ½
Nov Beans +1 @ 9.17 ¼

 

The first round of FSA acreage numbers come out this morning, this data is very early in the game, and the long term accuracy is questionable, FSA report as of August 1, showed slightly larger than expected total US prevent plant acreage at 6.44 mln acres, with corn at 2.300 mln acres, beans 2.173 mln acres

 

Pro Farmer crop tour begins today and continues through Thursday, final estimates reported on Friday.  It will be interesting to see if they confirm the increased yield that the USDA hit us with last week.  Watch for updates throughout the week, in fact, they have already “Tweeted.”  You can find the schedule here http://www.profarmer.com/pro-farmer-services/more/seminars-events/about-crop-tour#schedule

 

For Fun: With School either starting soon, or already begun, I now have 2 junior high boys.  My youngest, now entering 7th grade told me he is scared.  Scared he won’t find his classes, scared he won’t remember his locker combination.  I told him it will be okay…..the crazy thing is….I still occasionally have that dream as an adult. You know, when I’m in Junior high lost, trying to find my next class, can’t get my locker open, and freaking out.  I am sure you have had this one too, so maybe it is that scary for a 7th grader.  Especially if I still have that dream….

 

On a lighter note, what’s the deal on #2 pencils?  I always wondered why it “Must be a #2 pencil” for your SAT test.  Despite the “bubble” test now being taken over by computers, I still thought it might be interesting for the older generation (you know….the ones born in the 1900’s).  The pencil numbering system is a reflection of how hard and how black a pencil’s lead is.  Pencils numbered higher than 2 have harder leads and are often used by engineers, architects, and draftsmen because of their harder points.  If you mess up and use a #3 pencil on your test, it won’t matter, it might be a bit harder to erase if you make a mistake is all.

http://mentalfloss.com/article/24832/what-makes-2-pencils-so-special

Greg Mockenhaupt

ProEdge Risk Management Consultant

P: (402) 685-5613 | Greg.Mockenhaupt@cvacoop.com

1007 County Road O

Oakland, NE 68045

www.cvacoop.com

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New Features Coming to the Nebraska State Fair

August 17, 2015 Leave a comment


The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission is gearing up for this year’s Nebraska State Fair. We’ve added several exciting new features this year including an outdoor meandering steam, which runs along the edge of the outdoor playground just outside the Nebraska Building. The seven-foot-wide stream stretches 115 feet and features waterfalls, stonework and landscaping inspired by the Niobrara River valley and constructed by Greenworks of Grand Island. Visitors are invited to grab a seat, relax and enjoy the scenery.

Also new is a multi-screen exhibit detailing the reintroduction of bighorn sheep in Nebraska. The exhibit showcases how the sheep were captured and released into Nebraska and allows guests to follow the path of a migrating bighorn using data collected from a GPS radio collar. Additionally, a NEBRASKAland Magazine photo display will feature prints of wildlife, landscapes and beautiful scenes from outdoor Nebraska.

These features are in addition to the archery and airgun ranges, aquarium, kids’ games and outdoor playground that made last year’s exhibit a big success. For more information on our fair exhibit, visit our website.

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Keep Looking Up!

August 17, 2015 Leave a comment


Astronomy Club Invites You to Experiment with Night Photography
By Gary Fugman
Northeast Nebraska Astronomy Club (NENAC) invites you to their August “workshop”!  Have you ever wanted to capture photos at night, but were not sure how?  If so, this free workshop is for you.  Friday, August 21 at 8pm at the Lyons Library and Saturday, August 22 at 8pm at the Decatur Sears Center local newspaper editor and astronomy enthusiast Jamie Horter will show you the basics behind night photography.  Please bring your own photography equipment, film or digital, phone or camera, simple or sophisticated, and Jamie will shape this exciting workshop around you with everyone taking night photos this Friday and Saturday night.  Tripods for equipment are recommended but not necessary.  There will be equipment to share from NENAC members.
Also, at these meetings like the July meetings, door prizes will be given away.  A fine pair of Meade 10X50 high quality, multi-use binoculars will be given away at the Lyons meeting.  Exquisite lunar maps with named features will be given away at the Decatur meeting.
Then free August star charts will be handed out and explained.  Weather permitting, Friday, we will travel 3 miles south of Lyons to the Cory and Tracie Martin residence to experiment with night photography, view the Moon and deep sky objects.  Saturday, we will travel to the south side of Decatur to the Fugman Observatory to experiment with night photography, view the Moon and deep sky objects.
For more information on this and future NENAC activities google “nenacstars” or call Pastor Gary Fugman at 349-1953.  Mark your calendars for this weekend to experiment with night photography, get in on door prizes, observe God’s glorious heavens, and, as always, Keep Looking Up!

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Happenings at Oakland Heights

August 14, 2015 Leave a comment


Oakland Heights News

By Nancy Silvey Activity Director

We had a nice time down at the fair on Monday morning, the weather cooperated with us. On Saturday August 15th at 2:30 pm the Rusty Buckets will be here to perform. Next week we have a fun line up, on Tuesday August 18th we will be going to Golden Oaks for their noon potluck dinner and also that day we have the Gary Weldon Show at 2:30 pm then on Thursday August 20th is our monthly Waffle Supper serving from 5:30 pm to 6:00 pm. Also next week we have a couple of birthdays to mention, celebrating a birthday on August 16th is Lois Anderson then on August 22nd is Iva Anderson’s Birthday.

Church Service for August 16th at 2:30 pm will be given by First Baptist Church with a luncheon served afterwards. On Monday August 16th at 2:30 pm is communion with First Lutheran.

Activities for the week of August 17th to August 22nd , are as followed, Reading with Marilyn, Manicures, Sing a Long, Bingo w/Salem, game day, Bible Fellowship, Word Games, Reading the Local Paper, Trivia, Let’s Play Ball, Crafty Cooking, Friday Bingo and Saturday morning movie.

Volunteers signing in last week were; Judy Nelson, Betty Hanna, Bonnie Fleischman, Di Ruwe, Mary Donavon, Dani Moseman, Marge Maller, Pat Anderson, Sly Rouse, and Kathy Rennerfeldt.

Guest signing in last week was: Tiff Fada to see Tiny Bacon, Cheryl Norquist to see Shirley Erickson. Visiting Dale and Jeanette Johnson was Kris Peters and Lynn Goracke.

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USDA Report

August 14, 2015 Leave a comment


USDA raised its average corn yield forecast to 168.8 bushels per acre from its previous projection of 166.8 bushels.  The average soybean yield increased 46.9 bushels from USDA’s previous of 46 bushels.  No changes seen in corn acres planted/harvested, however there was a reduction in beans planted acres of -800,000 and harvested of -900,000.

Corn ending stocks for 2015-16 came in at 1.7 BB, up 114 million bushels from last month’s estimate.  Soybean ending stocks for 2015-16, at 470 mb, were up 45 mb from last month.  USDA estimated ending stocks for 2014-15 at 240 mb

 

Market reaction was incredibly negative, New crop beans nearly hitting limit down, all in just a few minutes.

 

Currently the markets are (12:12pm)

Dec Corn -21 @ $3.66 ½

Nov Beans -62 ½ @ $9.09

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Greg Mockenhaupt

ProEdge Risk Management Consultant

P: (402) 685-5613 | Greg.Mockenhaupt@cvacoop.com

1007 County Road O

Oakland, NE 68045

www.cvacoop.com

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News From Bancroft Senior Center

August 11, 2015 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. Aug. 12: Melody chimers will practice 9:00 am. Join us for coffee at 10:00 am. Play UNO or Rummy-Kub at 1:30 pm. Make your reservations for tomorrows noon meal.

Thurs. Aug.13: Rolls and coffee served from 9:00 until noon. Tai Chi class at 9:30 and the walking ex class at 10:45. There will be a pitch tournament at 1:30.

Fri. Aug 14: The Farmers Market is open today from 9:00 – 11:00 am .Make your reservations for noon meal. Sign up to play in the pinochle tournament at 1:30 pm.

Mon .Aug. 17: The caregiver support group meets at 2:00 pm; we will have a guest speaker.

Tues. Aug. 18: Tai Chi class is at 9:30 and the walking ex. class at 10:45. Stop in for coffee at 10:00 am. We will play fun bingo at 2:00 pm.

Wed. Aug. 5: We will have melody chime practice at 9:00 am. Join us for coffee at 10:00 am. Have you made your appointment to see the foot doctor; he will start taking appointments at 11 am. Chicken foot dominoes will be played at 1:30.

 

 

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