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November 7, 2014 Leave a comment
Blaise Hartwell with his finished turkey he made at the Oakland library during craft time. Photo Credit/Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.
Laityn Johnson, Avery Christensen and Hilary Ray with the turkeys they made at the Oakland Library. Photo Credit/Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.
November 7, 2014 Leave a comment
The Republican Party was first symbolized as an elephant in a cartoon drawn by Thomas Nast in Harper’s Weekly magazine.
Jeannette Rankin of Montana became the first woman elected to Congress.
Vladimir Lenin’s forces overthrew Alexander Kerensky’s government in Russia’s Bolshevik Revolution.
President Franklin D. Roosevelt won a fourth term in office, defeating Thomas E. Dewey.
Former first lady Eleanor Roosevelt died in New York City at age 78.
Carl Stokes of Cleveland became the first African American mayor of a major U.S. city.
L. Douglas Wilder was elected governor of Virginia. He became the nation’s first elected black governor.
The U.S. went to the polls to choose between George W. Bush and Al Gore. The outcome wouldn’t be known for more than a month because of disputed votes in Florida.
November 6, 2014 Leave a comment
Laityn Johnson, brown hair, and Avery Christensen are busy making turkeys during crafty time at the Oakland Public Library. Both photos credit of Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.
November 5, 2014 Leave a comment
Oakland Heights News by Nancy Silvey
We had a fun week last week, it was great to see the Kindergarteners here on Thursday and the Residents Halloween party went good, the winners of the costume contest was 1st place Roger Huber as a old biker, 2nd place was Kathy Reed as a witch and 3rd place was Angie Bicking as a ring master. The winners of the pumpkin decorating contest in 1st place Nancy Silvey with the Shrek pumpkin, 2nd place was Assisted Living with the Mr. and Mrs. AL, and 3rd place was Connie Schneekloth with the Owl pumpkin. The winner of the Jar of tootsie rolls was Joan Price and the winner of the Jar of suckers was Jessica Gardeman. It was a fun party.
On Thursday the 6th of this week is a Puttin on the Ritz Soup and Sandwich Dinner at 11:30 am for the residents. Next week on Tuesday November 11th at 11:15 am we will be going down to Golden Oaks for their Potluck. Then in the afternoon at 2:30 we will be having a assortment of pumpkin desserts provided by the PR committee. On Thursday November 13th Charlie Davis will be here to play his Harmonica. Then on Saturday November 15th the Rusty buckets will be here to play at 2:30 pm.
Church Service for Sunday November 9th at 2:30 pm will be given by the First Lutheran Church with a luncheon served afterwards. On Tuesday November 11th at 9:30 am is Catholic Mass with Father Paul.
Activities for the week of November 10th to November 15th are as followed, Reading with Marilyn, Manicures, Reading Group, Sing A Long, Crafts, Bingo w/Evang. Free, Bible Fellowship , Crafty cooking, Friday Bingo, Let’s Play Ball, Saturday morning movie, and Lawrence Walk.
Volunteers signing in last week were; Judy Nelson, Betty Hanna, Anne Anderson, Betty Hanna, Mary Donavon, Seth Anderson, Dani Moseman, Di Ruwe, Mary Alice Pearson, Bonnie Fleischman, Pat Anderson, and Sylvane Rouse.
Guest signing in this week was: Butch and Janice Anderson to see Bob and Yvonne Stromquist.
November 4, 2014 Leave a comment
USDA recently announced several changes to Farm Service Agency (FSA) loan programs, changes designed to help more beginning farmers and ranchers. The new “interim final rule” will increase the Microloan limit from $35,000 to $50,000. This program provides a simplified application process and a seven year payback. Microloans can be used for approved operating expenses, such as seed, fertilizer, utilities, land rents, marketing, distribution, living expenses, livestock, equipment, hoop houses, tools, irrigation and delivery vehicles.
USDA is also changing the “experience” requirement for FSA Direct Farm Ownership loans. Previously, applicants had to prove they participated in the operations of a farm for at least three years. Beginning farmers across the country identified this restriction as a real barrier. It is not reflective of current realities in which new farmers enter agriculture.
The change will allow beginning farmers and ranchers to substitute one year of that three-year requirement with a formal farming apprenticeship, operation or management of a non-farm business, leadership or management experience while serving in any branch of the military, advanced education in an agricultural field, and significant experience in a farm-related agricultural career.
USDA also proposes changing the types of farming entities eligible to apply, potentially opening the door to non-majority investors who are not actively farming or managing the operation. We’ll watch these changes closely. The deadline to submit public comments on these changes to the USDA is December 8, 2014. Contact Traci Bruckner, tracib@cfra.org, for more information.
November 4, 2014 Leave a comment
ELVPHD will be providing flu shots from 8am to 8pm at the Wisner Auditorium for any voters needing a flu shot. Cost is $35. We do accept most insurance.
November 3, 2014 Leave a comment
Market close
Corn-3 ¼ @ 3.73 ½
Beans -17 ¾ @ 10.28 ¾
The bean meal has been cited as to the cause of last weeks rally, with corn following. There is talk of 6 cargoes of meal being cancelled. Also heard that funds were buying beans /selling corn, this could be unwinding of the position. A negative tone throughout the day.
Greg Mockenhaupt
ProEdge Risk Management Consultant
P: (402) 685-5613 | C: (402) 380-9855 | Greg.Mockenhaupt@cvacoop.com
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Oakland, NE 68045
November 3, 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. Nov. 5: Melody chimes practice at 9:00. Will play chicken foot dominoes at 1:30.
Thurs. Nov. 6: Tai Chi class at 9:30 and the walking ex. class at 10:30. Stop in for coffee at 10:00. Sign up for the pitch tournament at 1:30.
Fri. Nov. 7: Join us for chair exercises at 10:00. Sign up if you want to play in the pinochle tournament at 1:30. St Joe’s will furnish the snack at 3:30. Next Monday we will have a noon meal, call or stop in and make a reservation.
Mon. Nov. 10: We will be serving chili and potato soup, cheese sandwich, fruit and a bar. Cards will be played in the afternoon.
Tues. Nov 11: Tai Chi class at 9:30 and the walking ex. class at 10:30. Stop in for coffee at 10:00. We will play bingo at 2:00.
Wed. Nov. 12: Melody chimes practice at 9:00. Sign up to play in the pitch tournament at 1:30.
November 3, 2014 Leave a comment
Candidate for Governor Chuck Hassebrook will be in Omaha, Lincoln, Columbus, Wayne, South Sioux City, Scottsbluff, North Platte, and Grand Island for Get Out The Vote activities on Monday, November 3rd and Tuesday, November 4th.
Hassebrook will be visiting with and thanking volunteers, as well as working with them to call voters about the election on Tuesday.
Media is invited to attend the campaign stops, and Hassebrook will also be available for one-on-one interviews.
Monday, November 3rd 2014
Omaha, 10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.: Press Conference: What’s at stake this election for working families, public safety, and education
Chuck Hassebrook, Jane Raybould, Omaha Police Officer Association President Sargent John Wells, Omaha City Councilmember Garry Gernandt, NSEA Representative, and others
Memorial Park, 6005 Underwood Ave. (Near the flags)
Columbus, 12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.: Get-Out-The Vote activities with volunteers
Hassebrook Campaign Office (1251 26th Ave.)
Wayne, 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.: Get-Out-The Vote activities with volunteers
Rustic Treasures (210 Main St.)
South Sioux City, 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.: Get-Out-The Vote activities with volunteers
Hassebrook Campaign Office (2511 Dakota Ave.)
Omaha, 7:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.: Get-Out-The Vote activities with volunteers
Two locations – both Hassebrook Campaign Offices
5017 Leavenworth St. and 2438 Cuming St.
Tuesday, November 4th, 2014
Both Chuck Hassebrook and Jane Raybould will be flying around the state all day. All interviews in Omaha throughout the day and in to the evening will be handled by Meg Mandy, Communications Director. Meg will be available at the Ramada (Hassebrook election night headquarters) all day.
South Sioux City, 9:30 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.: Get-Out-The Vote activities with volunteers
2511 Dakota Ave.
Scottsbluff, 11:30 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. (MST): Get-Out-The Vote activities with volunteers
Hassebrook Campaign Office, 1906 Broadway
North Platte, 2:15 p.m. – 3:15 p.m.: Get-Out-The Vote activities with volunteers
Hassebrook Campaign Office (222 E 5th St.)
Grand Island, 4:00 p.m. – 5:15 p.m.: Get-Out-The Vote activities with volunteers
Hassebrook Campaign Office (203 N. Locust St.)
Lincoln, 5:45 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.: Get-Out-The Vote activities with volunteers
Hassebrook Campaign Office (Location TBD)
Lincoln, 7:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.: Election Night Party
Barry’s (235 N. 9th St.)
Omaha, 10:00 p.m.: Election Night Watch Party – Hassebrook + Ashford Campaign
Questions and interview requests can be directed to Meg Mandy at (619) 288-3823 or meg@chuckhassebrook.com.
October 31, 2014 Leave a comment
Trey Sluyter, son of Brooke Johnson and Tommy Sluyter has quite the scarecrow costume! He was one of many, many children trick or treating on Oakland’s Main Street! Photo Credit/Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.
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