Resources Available for Tornado Victims

June 25, 2014 Leave a comment


During the past eight days our office has been in contact with several agencies and individuals regarding much needed assistance following the tornadoes that devastated rural Wisner in District 16. Although progress has been made, after seeing the damage during onsite visits, there is much work ahead. Residents of Wisner, Pilger, and surrounding areas affected by the June 16 tornadoes who are in further need of assistance are encouraged to attend the special Multi Agency Resource Center (MARC) to be set up at the Wisner Fire Hall in Wisner.

 

The hours of operation are:

Wednesday, June 25, 8am-6pm (Red Cross caseworkers only);

Thursday, June 26, 10am-8pm;

Friday, June 27, 10am-8pm; and

Saturday, June 28, 9am-4pm.

 

The following resources will be available:

All Hands Volunteers;

American Red Cross;

Billy Graham Rapid Response Team (chaplains and mental health workers);

The League of Human Dignity;

USDA Office of Rural Development

The Salvation Army;

Veteran’s Services (available Thursday only);

Northeast Nebraska Economic Development District (NENEDD); and

Nebraska Health and Human Services Division (mornings, longer as needed).

 

Please contact Cindy Pfennig, Disaster Preparedness Specialist with the American Red Cross, at (402) 990-6893 with questions regarding the one-stop assistance services being offered on Thursday through Saturday.

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Concrete Being Poured at Lutheran Church

June 25, 2014 Leave a comment


The parking lot being poured at the Lutheran Church in Oakland. All Photos Credit of Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

The parking lot being poured at the Lutheran Church in Oakland. All Photos Credit of Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

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Happenings at Oakland Heights

June 25, 2014 Leave a comment


Oakland Heights News

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Oakland Heights employee Kim Schwetz hula hooping! Photo courtesy of Oakland Heights.

Oakland Heights employee Kim Schwetz hula hooping! Photo courtesy of Oakland Heights.

y Nancy Silvey Activity Director

 

We will be having our monthly Resident Council meeting on Monday June 30th at 2:30 pm., we start a new month next week, and on Tuesday July 1st Donna Denton and Christina Arnold will be serving out Root beer Floats for Residents at 2:30 pm to celebrate their Birthdays. Also Celebrating a Birthday next week is Kenny Thompson on July 5th, Happy Birthday to all. On Thursday July 3rd at 2:30 we will be having a Treats on the Patio in celebration of the fourth of July. Residents are invited to sit out in the parking lot at dusk to watch the Oakland Fireworks that evening also.

Church Service for Sunday June 29th   at 2:30 pm will be given by the Craig/Alder Grove Church with refreshments served afterwards. On Wednesday July 2nd at 1:00 pm is communion with Pastor Hoden.

Activities for the week of June 30th to July 5th   are as followed, , Reading with Marilyn, Game Day, Sing a Long, Crafts, Bingo w/WOW, Reading Group, Bible Fellowship, Saturday morning movie, and Lawrence Welk.

Volunteers signing in last week were; Judy Nelson, Mary Donovan, Seth Anderson, Dani Moseman, Anne Anderson, Betty Hanna, Patty Miller, Bonnie Fleischman, Pat Anderson, Nadine Anderson, and Sly Rouse.

Guest’s signing the Guest book this past week was, John and Rita Thrainer to see Leonard Bracht.

 

 

 

 

 

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Ricketts Releases Fundraising Numbers

June 25, 2014 Leave a comment


Gothenburg, NE – Pete Ricketts announced today that he has raised more than $622,000.00 for the reporting period ending June 17. This brings the total raised for his campaign for governor to $3.3 million. The campaign ends the period with $533,685.47 cash on hand.

 

“In the wake of a very competitive primary election, I am humbled to have received such support from Nebraskans,” Ricketts said.  “Our campaign will continue delivering a message of new growth, responsible reform, and a united Nebraska in every corner of the state.”

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Land Gets Overflow of Bell Creek

June 24, 2014 Leave a comment


Bell Creek overflowed onto land and fields due to all of the rain the area has experienced. Photo Credit/Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

Bell Creek overflowed onto land and fields due to all of the rain the area has experienced. Photo Credit/Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

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Out For a Ride

June 24, 2014 Leave a comment


Thad Nelson, left, and his dad Dean stopped in for a visit one day while riding their mules. Photo Credit/Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

Thad Nelson, left, and his dad Dean stopped in for a visit one day while riding their mules. Photo Credit/Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

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Buffett Supports Hassebrook

June 24, 2014 Leave a comment


Post primary financial reports for the Nebraska Accountability and Disclosure Commission (NADC) were due yesterday, Monday, June 23. Chuck Hassebrook, candidate for Governor, has issued the following statement:

“I am proud to have the financial support of many Nebraskans, including Omaha’s most well-known and respected business leader, Warren Buffett.

“Mr. Buffett is celebrated for his hard-earned success in business and his instinct for sound investments. His significant investment in my campaign, coupled with the close results in recent public opinion polls demonstrates that this truly is one of the most competitive races for Governor that we’ve seen in decades.

“Mr. Buffett’s contribution adds to our fundraising total of $1.4 million, including nearly $580,000 since the last report at the end of April.

“I’ll be spending the rest of the summer working hard to earn Nebraskans’ votes, and look forward to a robust campaign as we head in to November.”

Chuck Hassebrook

Chuck Hassebrook

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Work Scheduled on Highway 75 Near Decatur

June 23, 2014 Leave a comment


Weather permitting, the Department of Roads will begin a resurfacing project on Highway 75 beginning at the south edge of Decatur and extending 9 miles south on June 27. Traffic will be maintained using flaggers and a pilot vehicle. Motorists are urged to use caution when traveling in this area. Anticipated completion date for this project is early July.

Visit the 511 webpage at http://www.511.nebraska.gov or dial 511 or 800-906-9069 to get the most current updates on highway conditions.

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Bancroft Senior Center News

June 23, 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 25: Melody chimers practice at 9:00. Come and play bingo at 2:00.

Thurs. June 26: 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.

Fri. June 27: Chair exercise class at 10:00. Sign up for our weekly pinochle tournament at 1:30.

Mon. June 30: Sign up to play in the pitch tournament at 1:15. Monthly board meeting is at 3:30.

Tues. July 1: Tai Chi class at 9:30 and the walking ex. class at 10:30. Stop in for coffee at 10:00. We will play hand and foot or the card game of golf at 1:30.

Wed. July 2: Melody chimes practice at 9:00. Sign up to play in the pinochle tournament at 1:30.

 

 

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The Logan Still Running High

June 23, 2014 Leave a comment


Logan Creek near Oakland is running high due to several rain storms in the area. It is also still full of debris. Photo Credit/Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

Logan Creek near Oakland is running high due to several rain storms in the area. It is also still full of debris. Photo Credit/Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

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