A North Central Region - Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (NCR-SARE) Grant of $14,850 was recently awarded to Vinicius Zuppa and Dr. Cody Creech at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln in Sidney, Neb. The award is for the project "Investigating Wheat Stem Sawfly's Impact on Winter Wheat Residue, Soil Health, Soil-Water Storage, and Corn Yield in a Dryland Cropping System."

"This project explores how Wheat Stem Sawfly affects Winter Wheat residue and its relation to soil-water storage, soil health, and subsequent crop yield in a dryland cropping system. Results will help maintain winter wheat production and assist farmers in improving soil health and crop productivity," said Zuppa, a UNL graduate student.

The Sustainable Agriculture Grant was awarded as part of NCR-SARE's 2023 Graduate Student Grant Program, a competitive grant program to fund graduate student projects that address sustainable agriculture issues. NCR-SARE administers each of its grant programs, each with specific priorities, audiences, and timelines. The focus for each of the NCR-SARE grant programs is on research and education.

Funding considerations are made based on how well the applicant articulates the nature of the research and education components of their sustainable agriculture grant proposals.

NCR-SARE's Administrative Council (AC) members decide which projects will receive SARE funds. A collection of farm and non-farm citizens, the AC includes a diverse mix of regional agricultural stakeholders. Council members hail from regional farms and ranches, the Cooperative Extension Service, universities, federal agencies, and nonprofit organizations.&nbsp;

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 </figure>By Nebraska Extension A North Central Region - Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (NCR-SARE) Grant of $14,850 was recently awarded to Vinicius Zuppa and Dr. Cody Creech at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln in Sidney, Neb. The award is for the project "Investigating Wheat Stem Sawfly's Impact on Winter Wheat Residue, Soil Health, Soil-Water Storage, and Corn Yield in a Dryland Cropping System.""This project explores how Wheat Stem Sawfly affects Winter Wheat residue and its relation to soil-water storage, soil health, and subsequent crop yield in a dryland cropping system. Results will help maintain winter wheat production and assist farmers in improving soil health and crop productivity," said Zuppa, a UNL graduate student.The Sustainable Agriculture Grant was awarded as part of NCR-SARE's 2023 Graduate Student Grant Program, a competitive grant program to fund graduate student projects that address sustainable agriculture issues. NCR-SARE administers each of its grant programs, each with specific priorities, audiences, and timelines. The focus for each of the NCR-SARE grant programs is on research and education.Funding considerations are made based on how well the applicant articulates the nature of the research and education components of their sustainable agriculture grant proposals.NCR-SARE's Administrative Council (AC) members decide which projects will receive SARE funds. A collection of farm and non-farm citizens, the AC includes a diverse mix of regional agricultural stakeholders. Council members hail from regional farms and ranches, the Cooperative Extension Service, universities, federal agencies, and nonprofit organizations.&nbsp;

Zuppa selected to receive Sustainable Agriculture Grant from NCR-SARE

Alliance, NE – David Leavitt, currently of Nashville, Tennessee has accepted the position of Police Chief for the City of Alliance, Nebraska.

Chief Leavitt retired from the Metro Nashville Police Department after more than twenty years of service, which included time as a patrol officer, patrol sergeant, internal affairs, lieutenant, and captain. After promotion to lieutenant, Leavitt served as a watch commander and as an instructor with the Citizen Policy Academy. As captain, Leavitt commanded Nashville’s Custom Services Division, overseeing operations at all large special events and assuming Unified Command during major, unforeseen incidents. While serving as captain, he also supervised the Secondary Employment, School Resource Officer, FTO Coordinator, Special Investigations Surveillance Unit, and the LGBTQ Liaison divisions. Prior to becoming a police officer Chief Leavitt served as a paramedic. Leavitt holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice Administration and a Master of Public Administration degree, both from Columbia Southern University.

The City was aided in the extensive selection process by executive search consultants Government Professional Solutions (GPS), a Police Review Board consisting of sheriffs and police chiefs in the Panhandle Region, and the City’s Civil Service Commission. In addition to submitting resumes and cover letters, candidates were required to complete multiple written questionnaires, participate in a preliminary video interview conducted and scored by GPS, interview with the Police Review Board, interview with the Civil Service Commission and interview with the City Manager and city staff. We thank those who served on these boards or otherwise dedicated their time and talents to the success of this hiring process.

The police chief job posting drew nine applications from states across the nation including Michigan, New Jersey, Tennessee, Colorado, Texas and Nebraska. Chief Leavitt will begin work within the next six weeks.

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 </figure>Chief Leavitt retired from the Metro Nashville Police Department after more than twenty years of service, which included time as a patrol officer, patrol sergeant, internal affairs, lieutenant, and captain. After promotion to lieutenant, Leavitt served as a watch commander and as an instructor with the Citizen Policy Academy. As captain, Leavitt commanded Nashville’s Custom Services Division, overseeing operations at all large special events and assuming Unified Command during major, unforeseen incidents. While serving as captain, he also supervised the Secondary Employment, School Resource Officer, FTO Coordinator, Special Investigations Surveillance Unit, and the LGBTQ Liaison divisions. Prior to becoming a police officer Chief Leavitt served as a paramedic. Leavitt holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice Administration and a Master of Public Administration degree, both from Columbia Southern University.The City was aided in the extensive selection process by executive search consultants Government Professional Solutions (GPS), a Police Review Board consisting of sheriffs and police chiefs in the Panhandle Region, and the City’s Civil Service Commission. In addition to submitting resumes and cover letters, candidates were required to complete multiple written questionnaires, participate in a preliminary video interview conducted and scored by GPS, interview with the Police Review Board, interview with the Civil Service Commission and interview with the City Manager and city staff. We thank those who served on these boards or otherwise dedicated their time and talents to the success of this hiring process.The police chief job posting drew nine applications from states across the nation including Michigan, New Jersey, Tennessee, Colorado, Texas and Nebraska. Chief Leavitt will begin work within the next six weeks.

David Leavitt announced as new Alliance Police Chief

*All individuals included in this post are innocent of crimes until proven guilty in a court of law. The Panhandle Post assumes no legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy, or completeness, of this information. Any person who believes information provided is not accurate may submit a complaint via the “Contact Us” tab on the homepage.

-Jacob Adamson, Class 1 Misdemeanor, Assault 3rd degree

-Ethen P. Gonzalez, Class 2A Felony, Motor vehicle homicide DUI, Manslaughter

-Del O Neidert, Class W Misdemeanor, DUI - 3rd offense

-Jerome C Robb, Class 3 Misdemeanor, Criminal trespass 2nd degree/device

-Tyzen Brown, Class 1 Misdemeanor, Identity fraud, Class 3 Misdemeanor, Minor in possession under 19

-Troon N Angwenyi, Class 1 Misdemeanor, Drive without ignition interlock

-Lexus S Moore, Class 3 Misdemeanor, Nonresident violate susp/rev order

-Carly M Brewer, Class 3 Misdemeanor, No operator's license/waiverable, Class 4 Misdemeanor, License vehicle without liability insurance

-Billy J Grady, Class 3 Misdemeanor, Nonresident violate susp/rev order

-David M Woodruff Jr., Class 3 Misdemeanor, Drive under susps/before reinstated by state

-Armando Moreno,&nbsp;Class 3 Misdemeanor, Drive under susps/before reinstated by state

-Jessica F Blake, Class W Misdemeanor, DUI

-Andrew B Flye III, Class 4 Felony, Theft shoplifting $0-500/3rd/subs

-Lylian Star, Class 2 Misdemeanor, Theft shoplifting $0-500

-Toby Phillips, Class 3A Felony, DV assault 3rd/cause body injury/sub

-Franklin Jealous of Him, Class 1 Misdemeanor, DV assault 3rd/threat/bodily injury, Class 3 Misdemeanor, Disturbing the peace

-Andrea Walks Out, Class 1 Misdemeanor, DV assault 3rd/threat/bodily injury, Class 3 Misdemeanor, Disturbing the peace

-Brayden Seegers, Class 1 Misdemeanor, Identity fraud, Class 3 Misdemeanor, Minor in possession ages 19/20

-Veronica Gonzales, Class 4 Felony, Theft-shoplifting $0-500/3rd/subs, Class 3 Misdemeanor, Unauth use propelled vehicle, Class 2A Felony, Theft-unlawful taking $5,000+

-Tony Kaplan,&nbsp;Disorderly Conduct&nbsp;

-Alexi Hernandez,&nbsp;DUI ,2nd, Stop sign Violation, No operators license

-Robert Brown,&nbsp;Assault by confined person

-Shyanne Garner,&nbsp;Resist Arrest, Refuse to comply w/ Police

-Dominic Flores,&nbsp;DUS, Impersonatio of LEO, Poss of marijuana, trespassing

-Jordan Mazzitelli,&nbsp;Poss cont sub X2, Poss deadly weapon&nbsp;whille commit a (F), Poss Marijuana &lt;&nbsp;than 1oz. Poss drug para, Traffic X3

-Chad Tillman,&nbsp;DUI 3rd, Refusal, Poss cont sub, Poss&nbsp;drug para, Traffic, Open Container

-Shelby Lane,&nbsp;Pos. Cont Sub, Paraphernalia

-William Langley,&nbsp;Fugitve from Justice (Colorado)

-Harold Red Bear, Terroristic Threats, Domestic assault

-Eduardo Cano-Rodri,&nbsp;Domestic Assault

-Raymond Gonzales,&nbsp;Poss cont sub, Poss marijuana &lt; 1oz,&nbsp;Poss drug para, DUS, Traffic

-Olsen Sutton,&nbsp;DUI 3rd, Refusal, DUS, Obstruction,&nbsp;Resisting arrest, Assault officer, Open&nbsp;container&nbsp;

-Mitzi Cosme-Dubray,&nbsp;Criminal Impersonation, Resisting&nbsp;arrest, poss drug para, Poss cont sub

-Jana Brown,&nbsp;Assault Domestic 2nd degree

-Samantha Hightower,&nbsp;Poss cont sub, Poss drug para

-Antonio Maldonado-C,&nbsp;DUI, Flight to avoid, Traffic X3

-Joseph Anaya,&nbsp;Poss cont sub, Poss drug para

-Elisas Poor Bear,&nbsp;DUI, Flight to avoid, Resisting arrest

-Richard Blackmon,&nbsp;Poss deadly weapon prohibited person,&nbsp;DUS, Driving while revoked, Poss drug&nbsp;para, Poss marijuana &lt;1 oz.

-Roberto Avila,&nbsp;Poss cont sub, Poss drug para,&nbsp;Poss firearm prohibted person

-Michael Lulf,&nbsp;DUI, Open Container, Flight to avoid

-Shawn Hughs,&nbsp;DUI (Serious Bodily Injury)

-David Husted,&nbsp;Poss Cont Sub., Paraphernalia

-Anthony Hernandez,&nbsp;Sex Offender Registration Violation

-David Ring,&nbsp;Poss Cont Sub., Paraphernalia

-Nancy Williams,&nbsp;Attempted 2nd degree assault,&nbsp;Attempted assault on officer, Use of a&nbsp;deadly weapon to commit a (F),&nbsp;3rd degree assault. Resisting arrest

-Gary Van Winkle,&nbsp;Poss cont sub, Poss drug para

-Tony McBride,&nbsp;Terroristic Threats, Disturbing the peace,&nbsp;Resisting Arrest, Assault on an officer

-Sayde Brunner,&nbsp;Contributing to a minor, Open container,&nbsp;Poss cont sub

-Aaron Wilder,&nbsp;DUI, Poss cont sub, MIP, open conainer

-Nicole Shadegg,&nbsp;Poss cont sub, Poss drug para

-Amy Cross,&nbsp;Poss cont sub, Poss drug para,&nbsp;Poss stolen property, Poss firearm by&nbsp;prohibited person X2

-Tyler Montgomery,&nbsp;Poss cont sub, Poss drug para

-Alden Hill,&nbsp;Terroristic Threats, Use of weapon to&nbsp;commit a (F), SOR violation, Poss&nbsp;weapon by prohibited person, Concealed&nbsp;weapon, Poss marijuana, Poss drug&nbsp;para

-Isaiah Bernard,&nbsp;Poss cont sub x2, Poss marijuana &gt;1oz,&nbsp;Poss drug para, Poss deadly weapon to&nbsp;commit a (F). PWITD X3, No drug tax stamp

-Jose Rosado,&nbsp;Poss cont sub X3, Poss deadly weapon&nbsp;to commit a (F), Poss marijuana &gt; 1oz,&nbsp;Poss dru para, Smuggling contraband&nbsp;in jail, PWITD X3, No drug tax stamp

-Brandon Gonzales,&nbsp;Poss cont sub X3, Poss deadly weapon&nbsp;to commit a (F), Poss marijuana &gt; 1oz,&nbsp;Poss drug para, Smuggling contraband&nbsp;in jail, PWITD X3, No drug tax stamp

-Gavin Mowery,&nbsp;DUI, MIP, Open container, carrying a&nbsp;concealed X2, Failure to declare weapon

-Andon Pittman,&nbsp;DUI, MIP, Open container, Traffic

-Michael Wiseman,&nbsp;Domestic Assault , Assault 3rd degree

-Ever Matutes,&nbsp;Poss stolen property, Poss cont sub,&nbsp;Ficticious plates

-Josefina Gonzales,&nbsp;Assault Domestic 1st degree, Use of a&nbsp;weapon to commit a (F), Obstructing

-Stacey McKnight,&nbsp;Poss cont sub, Poss drug para, Poss&nbsp;Marijuana of marijuana &lt; 1oz.

-Rawlyn Lohr,&nbsp;Assault Domestic 2nd, Criminal Mischief,&nbsp;Disturbing the peace

-Bradley Sibal,&nbsp;Terroristic Threats, Domestic Threat,&nbsp;Threats, Stragulation, Resisting Arrest

-Russel Burns,&nbsp;Assault Domestic, Child Abuse

-Veronica Gonzales,&nbsp;Poss cont sub, Poss drug para

-Sylvanus Lame Jr., Class 2A Felony, Burglary

-Kyla J Roullard, Class 1 Misdemeanor, DV assault 3rd/cause bodily injury, Obstruct a peace officer

-David R Byington, Class 1 Misdemeanor, Assault cause bodily injury

-Robert Hernandez, Class 2 Misdemeanor, Drive during revocation/impound, Class 3 Misdemeanor, Operate or park unregistered vehicle

-Delores Jumping Eagle, Class 3 Misdemeanor, Drive under susp/before being reinstated by state

-Logan T Grande, Class 2A Felony, DUI alcohol 5th/subsequent offense, Class 4 Felony, Possess controlled substance

-Arnoldo Lopez, Class W Misdemeanor, DUI, Class 3 Misdemeanor, No operator's license/non-waiverable

-Dylon Richardson, Class W Misdemeanor, DUI 2nd offense, Class 2 Misdemeanor, Drive during revocation/impound

-Tanya Wilson, Class 1 Misdemeanor, DV assault 3rd/threat/bodily injury

-Christopher Bohenkamp, Class 1 Misdemeanor, Assault threaten/menacing manner

-Joseph O Dirks, Class 2A Felony, Assault 2nd degree

-Derek Grinnell, Class 1 Misdemeanor, Resist arrest, Obstruct a peace officer

-Jack H Leach, Class W Misdemeanor, DUI, Class 3 Misdemeanor, Improper/defective vehicle lighting, Class 2 Misdemeanor, No proof of insurance

-Robert Hernandez, Class 3 Misdemeanor, Fail to appear or comply with citation&nbsp;

-Slade Hunn, Class 4 Felony, Possess controlled substance, Tamper with physical evidence

-Richard Miles, Class 2 Misdemeanor, Theft-shoplifting $0-500

-Mike Haver, Class 4 Felony, Issue bad check $1,500 - 5,000

*All individuals included in this post are innocent of crimes until proven guilty in a court of law. The Panhandle Post assumes no legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy, or completeness, of this information. Any person who believes information provided is not accurate may submit a complaint via the “Contact Us” tab on the homepage.Box Butte Co:&nbsp;-Jacob Adamson, Class 1 Misdemeanor, Assault 3rd degree-Ethen P. Gonzalez, Class 2A Felony, Motor vehicle homicide DUI, Manslaughter-Del O Neidert, Class W Misdemeanor, DUI - 3rd offense-Jerome C Robb, Class 3 Misdemeanor, Criminal trespass 2nd degree/device-Tyzen Brown, Class 1 Misdemeanor, Identity fraud, Class 3 Misdemeanor, Minor in possession under 19-Troon N Angwenyi, Class 1 Misdemeanor, Drive without ignition interlock-Lexus S Moore, Class 3 Misdemeanor, Nonresident violate susp/rev order-Carly M Brewer, Class 3 Misdemeanor, No operator's license/waiverable, Class 4 Misdemeanor, License vehicle without liability insurance-Billy J Grady, Class 3 Misdemeanor, Nonresident violate susp/rev order-David M Woodruff Jr., Class 3 Misdemeanor, Drive under susps/before reinstated by state-Armando Moreno,&nbsp;Class 3 Misdemeanor, Drive under susps/before reinstated by state-Jessica F Blake, Class W Misdemeanor, DUI-Andrew B Flye III, Class 4 Felony, Theft shoplifting $0-500/3rd/subs-Lylian Star, Class 2 Misdemeanor, Theft shoplifting $0-500-Toby Phillips, Class 3A Felony, DV assault 3rd/cause body injury/sub-Franklin Jealous of Him, Class 1 Misdemeanor, DV assault 3rd/threat/bodily injury, Class 3 Misdemeanor, Disturbing the peace-Andrea Walks Out, Class 1 Misdemeanor, DV assault 3rd/threat/bodily injury, Class 3 Misdemeanor, Disturbing the peace-Brayden Seegers, Class 1 Misdemeanor, Identity fraud, Class 3 Misdemeanor, Minor in possession ages 19/20-Veronica Gonzales, Class 4 Felony, Theft-shoplifting $0-500/3rd/subs, Class 3 Misdemeanor, Unauth use propelled vehicle, Class 2A Felony, Theft-unlawful taking $5,000+Scotts Bluff Co:&nbsp;-Tony Kaplan,&nbsp;Disorderly Conduct&nbsp;-Alexi Hernandez,&nbsp;DUI ,2nd, Stop sign Violation, No operators license-Robert Brown,&nbsp;Assault by confined person-Rueben Mendez,&nbsp;Distribute Meth X4-Shyanne Garner,&nbsp;Resist Arrest, Refuse to comply w/ Police-Rose Sanchez,&nbsp;Domestic Assault-Dominic Flores,&nbsp;DUS, Impersonatio of LEO, Poss of marijuana, trespassing-Wyatt Opalinski,&nbsp;Poss cont sub-Jordan Mazzitelli,&nbsp;Poss cont sub X2, Poss deadly weapon&nbsp;whille commit a (F), Poss Marijuana &lt;&nbsp;than 1oz. Poss drug para, Traffic X3-Adam Ramiez,&nbsp;Domestic Assault-Chad Tillman,&nbsp;DUI 3rd, Refusal, Poss cont sub, Poss&nbsp;drug para, Traffic, Open Container-Jeremy Franks,&nbsp;Trespassing.-Shelby Lane,&nbsp;Pos. Cont Sub, Paraphernalia-William Langley,&nbsp;Fugitve from Justice (Colorado)-Harold Red Bear, Terroristic Threats, Domestic assault-Eduardo Cano-Rodri,&nbsp;Domestic Assault-Raymond Gonzales,&nbsp;Poss cont sub, Poss marijuana &lt; 1oz,&nbsp;Poss drug para, DUS, Traffic-Olsen Sutton,&nbsp;DUI 3rd, Refusal, DUS, Obstruction,&nbsp;Resisting arrest, Assault officer, Open&nbsp;container&nbsp;-Mitzi Cosme-Dubray,&nbsp;Criminal Impersonation, Resisting&nbsp;arrest, poss drug para, Poss cont sub-Jana Brown,&nbsp;Assault Domestic 2nd degree-Samantha Hightower,&nbsp;Poss cont sub, Poss drug para-Eddie Coffman,&nbsp;Poss cont sub.-Antonio Maldonado-C,&nbsp;DUI, Flight to avoid, Traffic X3-Joseph Anaya,&nbsp;Poss cont sub, Poss drug para-Elisas Poor Bear,&nbsp;DUI, Flight to avoid, Resisting arrest-Richard Blackmon,&nbsp;Poss deadly weapon prohibited person,&nbsp;DUS, Driving while revoked, Poss drug&nbsp;para, Poss marijuana &lt;1 oz.-Roberto Avila,&nbsp;Poss cont sub, Poss drug para,&nbsp;Poss firearm prohibted person-Michael Lulf,&nbsp;DUI, Open Container, Flight to avoid-Shawn Hughs,&nbsp;DUI (Serious Bodily Injury)-David Husted,&nbsp;Poss Cont Sub., Paraphernalia-Anthony Hernandez,&nbsp;Sex Offender Registration Violation-Nathaniel Hinze,&nbsp;Assault Domestic-David Ring,&nbsp;Poss Cont Sub., Paraphernalia-Nancy Williams,&nbsp;Attempted 2nd degree assault,&nbsp;Attempted assault on officer, Use of a&nbsp;deadly weapon to commit a (F),&nbsp;3rd degree assault. Resisting arrest-Gary Van Winkle,&nbsp;Poss cont sub, Poss drug para-Tony McBride,&nbsp;Terroristic Threats, Disturbing the peace,&nbsp;Resisting Arrest, Assault on an officer-Amanda Biberos,&nbsp;DUI-Sayde Brunner,&nbsp;Contributing to a minor, Open container,&nbsp;Poss cont sub-Aaron Wilder,&nbsp;DUI, Poss cont sub, MIP, open conainer-Nicole Shadegg,&nbsp;Poss cont sub, Poss drug para-Amy Cross,&nbsp;Poss cont sub, Poss drug para,&nbsp;Poss stolen property, Poss firearm by&nbsp;prohibited person X2-Ashton Foster,&nbsp;Poss cont sub x2-Daniel Rios,&nbsp;Poss cont sub-Tyler Montgomery,&nbsp;Poss cont sub, Poss drug para-Alden Hill,&nbsp;Terroristic Threats, Use of weapon to&nbsp;commit a (F), SOR violation, Poss&nbsp;weapon by prohibited person, Concealed&nbsp;weapon, Poss marijuana, Poss drug&nbsp;para-Isaiah Bernard,&nbsp;Poss cont sub x2, Poss marijuana &gt;1oz,&nbsp;Poss drug para, Poss deadly weapon to&nbsp;commit a (F). PWITD X3, No drug tax stamp-Jose Rosado,&nbsp;Poss cont sub X3, Poss deadly weapon&nbsp;to commit a (F), Poss marijuana &gt; 1oz,&nbsp;Poss dru para, Smuggling contraband&nbsp;in jail, PWITD X3, No drug tax stamp-Brandon Gonzales,&nbsp;Poss cont sub X3, Poss deadly weapon&nbsp;to commit a (F), Poss marijuana &gt; 1oz,&nbsp;Poss drug para, Smuggling contraband&nbsp;in jail, PWITD X3, No drug tax stamp-Mark Stewart,&nbsp;DUI 3rd, Speeding-Gavin Mowery,&nbsp;DUI, MIP, Open container, carrying a&nbsp;concealed X2, Failure to declare weapon-Andon Pittman,&nbsp;DUI, MIP, Open container, Traffic-Tyrone Harris,&nbsp;DUI, Traffic x2-Michael Wiseman,&nbsp;Domestic Assault , Assault 3rd degree-Ever Matutes,&nbsp;Poss stolen property, Poss cont sub,&nbsp;Ficticious plates-Josefina Gonzales,&nbsp;Assault Domestic 1st degree, Use of a&nbsp;weapon to commit a (F), Obstructing-Stacey McKnight,&nbsp;Poss cont sub, Poss drug para, Poss&nbsp;Marijuana of marijuana &lt; 1oz.-Rawlyn Lohr,&nbsp;Assault Domestic 2nd, Criminal Mischief,&nbsp;Disturbing the peace-Bradley Sibal,&nbsp;Terroristic Threats, Domestic Threat,&nbsp;Threats, Stragulation, Resisting Arrest-Russel Burns,&nbsp;Assault Domestic, Child Abuse-Veronica Gonzales,&nbsp;Poss cont sub, Poss drug paraDawes Co:-Sylvanus Lame Jr., Class 2A Felony, Burglary-Kyla J Roullard, Class 1 Misdemeanor, DV assault 3rd/cause bodily injury, Obstruct a peace officer-David R Byington, Class 1 Misdemeanor, Assault cause bodily injury-Robert Hernandez, Class 2 Misdemeanor, Drive during revocation/impound, Class 3 Misdemeanor, Operate or park unregistered vehicle-Delores Jumping Eagle, Class 3 Misdemeanor, Drive under susp/before being reinstated by state-Logan T Grande, Class 2A Felony, DUI alcohol 5th/subsequent offense, Class 4 Felony, Possess controlled substance-Arnoldo Lopez, Class W Misdemeanor, DUI, Class 3 Misdemeanor, No operator's license/non-waiverable-Dylon Richardson, Class W Misdemeanor, DUI 2nd offense, Class 2 Misdemeanor, Drive during revocation/impound-Tanya Wilson, Class 1 Misdemeanor, DV assault 3rd/threat/bodily injury-Christopher Bohenkamp, Class 1 Misdemeanor, Assault threaten/menacing manner-Joseph O Dirks, Class 2A Felony, Assault 2nd degree-Derek Grinnell, Class 1 Misdemeanor, Resist arrest, Obstruct a peace officer-Jack H Leach, Class W Misdemeanor, DUI, Class 3 Misdemeanor, Improper/defective vehicle lighting, Class 2 Misdemeanor, No proof of insurance-Robert Hernandez, Class 3 Misdemeanor, Fail to appear or comply with citation&nbsp;-Slade Hunn, Class 4 Felony, Possess controlled substance, Tamper with physical evidence-Richard Miles, Class 2 Misdemeanor, Theft-shoplifting $0-500-Mike Haver, Class 4 Felony, Issue bad check $1,500 - 5,000-Kimberly Martin, Class 3 Misdemeanor, Criminal trespass 2nd degree-Jesse Morrison, Class 1 Misdemeanor, Assault-cause bodily injury, False reporting&nbsp;-Stuart Campbell, Class 3 Misdemeanor, Operate or park unregistered vehicle, Class 2 Misdemeanor, No proof of insurance-Trevyn Waldron, Class 2 Misdemeanor, Assault-bodily injury/mutual consent-John Sommers, Class 2 Misdemeanor, Assault-bodily injury/mutual consent

Panhandle police activity, Jan. 1- Feb. 8

By National Weather Service in Cheyenne, WY

&nbsp; We have issued a Winter Weather Advisory beginning later this afternoon for the northern sections of the Nebraska Panhandle. Northern Sioux, Box Butte, and Dawes County are expected to see a small window for accumulating light snowfall. Highest accumulations will be confined to the Pine Ridge, and adjacent surrounding areas. Localized higher amounts greater than 4 inches possible where persistent snow showers occur. Dense fog is expected to persist through later this morning, before eroding away. Expect the gradual dissipation of the patchy, dense fog from west to east. Accumulating snowfall and gusty winds are still expected for the higher terrain west of Laramie. Go to <a href="https://weather.gov/cys?fbclid=IwAR1WLXsqbmDq2B16OYWD_QbVGfC-CjCsl_Xc8QbbZiTkuQkf-mVqCN9ZCLk" target="_blank">weather.gov/cys</a> for your weather local forecast!&nbsp;&nbsp;

By National Weather Service in Cheyenne, WY&nbsp; We have issued a Winter Weather Advisory beginning later this afternoon for the northern sections of the Nebraska Panhandle. Northern Sioux, Box Butte, and Dawes County are expected to see a small window for accumulating light snowfall. Highest accumulations will be confined to the Pine Ridge, and adjacent surrounding areas. Localized higher amounts greater than 4 inches possible where persistent snow showers occur. Dense fog is expected to persist through later this morning, before eroding away. Expect the gradual dissipation of the patchy, dense fog from west to east. Accumulating snowfall and gusty winds are still expected for the higher terrain west of Laramie. Go to <a href="https://weather.gov/cys?fbclid=IwAR1WLXsqbmDq2B16OYWD_QbVGfC-CjCsl_Xc8QbbZiTkuQkf-mVqCN9ZCLk" target="_blank">weather.gov/cys</a> for your weather local forecast!&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Winter Weather Advisory issued for areas of Panhandle 

By Agate Fossil Beds National Monument

Over 40 online visitors helped Agate Fossil Beds National Monument celebrate International Women and Girls in Science Day last Sunday, Feb 11.&nbsp; Four paleontologists, Daniella Balassa, Kristin Watmore, Mattison Shreero, and Sunshyne Santos, presented their ongoing research about the animal fossils of Agate and surrounding Sioux County.&nbsp; A live chat on YouTube followed, with the four scientists answering questions and sharing their stories of being female scientists.&nbsp;

Ms. Balassa is a graduate student at California State University, Long Beach. She also instructs classes at the school and works as a Paleontological Research Scientist where she inspects constructions sites for fossils. Her current research is about the ancient camel Oxydactylus. In the early 1900s, new species were being named at a fast rate. Ms. Balassa’s job is to find out if all six of the Oxydactylus species are actually different types of animals.

Ms. Watmore also studies ancient camels, although her focus is on the Stenomylene camels. Agate Fossil Beds has several of these camels on display in their visitor center. She is a graduate student at Cal Poly University, Pomona. She presented at Agate’s similar event last year where she explained these camels developed high crown teeth while grazing among our rough vegetation. Further research showed these camels developed high crowned teeth (hypsodonty) before horses did! This year, she continued her work on the specific camel species, Stenomylus. If the data continues to flow the way it’s going, Ms. Watmore states, “Then, Stenomylus hitchocki is no longer a valid species, and that name will have to be synonymized with Stenomylus gracilis.” &nbsp;For Agate Fossil Beds National Monument, this means changing a lot of interpretive signs. Donald Prothero, an attendee at Sunday’s program wrote in the chat, “Science is always moving forward with new and better data!”

Ms. Shreero, a park ranger/geologist at Badlands National Park, explained why her recent research expanded a species names, rather that get rid of one. She and colleagues researched a brand new species of an ancient deer, Leptomerycidae, that was found in Badlands National Park in 2016. This tiny deer’s skull only weighs between 6-8 pounds! Mattison Shreero will be live at Agate Fossil Beds National Monument in July to tell us more about this little guy!

Ms. Santos is also a graduate student at Cal Poly University, Pomona. She gave an inspirational talk about growing up in a gang-affiliated home, being the first in her family to go to college, and losing vision in one eye when she was fifteen. She studies the ancient rhinoceros that were found abundantly at Agate Fossil Beds, the Menoceras. She’s comparing the growth rates of the ancient and modern rhinos.&nbsp;

Visitors said after the event was very interesting and they learned a lot. “It’s amazing that rhinos didn’t have horns and camels didn’t have humps.” Donald Prothero said in the chat. Jellystone Ranger said in the chat that it was, “very eye-opening content.”

International Women and Girls in Science Day was established in 2015 to support full participation and equal access for females in all Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) fields.Missed the live event? You can still watch the recording on Agate’s YouTube channel (<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@agatefossilbedsnps" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@agatefossilbedsnps</a>) or on their website (<a href="https://go.nps.gov/digupagate2024" target="_blank">https://go.nps.gov/digupagate2024</a>). The video is closed-captioned, audio-described, and interpreted into ASL. The chat is available to view on the YouTube channel.

Admission to Agate Fossil Beds is always free. Check out other events and activities on the park’s website at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.nps.gov/agfo/planyourvisit/calendar.htm" target="_blank">https://www.nps.gov/agfo/planyourvisit/calendar.htm</a>.

Agate Fossil Beds National Monument is located 34 miles north of Mitchell, NE or 22 miles south of Harrison, NE on Highway 29 and 3 miles east on River Rd. The Visitor Center winter hours are 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. and the trails are open from dawn until dusk. Visit us at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.nps.gov/agfo" target="_blank">www.nps.gov/agfo</a>&nbsp;and on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/2/1707946941150.jpeg" alt="Sunshyne Santos (pictured top right) presented her research online about Menoceras for International Women and Girls in Science Day. (Screenshot from YouTube/@AgateFossilBedsNPS)" />
 <figcaption>Sunshyne Santos (pictured top right) presented her research online about Menoceras for International Women and Girls in Science Day. (Screenshot from YouTube/@AgateFossilBedsNPS)</figcaption>
 </figure>Over 40 online visitors helped Agate Fossil Beds National Monument celebrate International Women and Girls in Science Day last Sunday, Feb 11.&nbsp; Four paleontologists, Daniella Balassa, Kristin Watmore, Mattison Shreero, and Sunshyne Santos, presented their ongoing research about the animal fossils of Agate and surrounding Sioux County.&nbsp; A live chat on YouTube followed, with the four scientists answering questions and sharing their stories of being female scientists.&nbsp;Ms. Balassa is a graduate student at California State University, Long Beach. She also instructs classes at the school and works as a Paleontological Research Scientist where she inspects constructions sites for fossils. Her current research is about the ancient camel Oxydactylus. In the early 1900s, new species were being named at a fast rate. Ms. Balassa’s job is to find out if all six of the Oxydactylus species are actually different types of animals.Ms. Watmore also studies ancient camels, although her focus is on the Stenomylene camels. Agate Fossil Beds has several of these camels on display in their visitor center. She is a graduate student at Cal Poly University, Pomona. She presented at Agate’s similar event last year where she explained these camels developed high crown teeth while grazing among our rough vegetation. Further research showed these camels developed high crowned teeth (hypsodonty) before horses did! This year, she continued her work on the specific camel species, Stenomylus. If the data continues to flow the way it’s going, Ms. Watmore states, “Then, Stenomylus hitchocki is no longer a valid species, and that name will have to be synonymized with Stenomylus gracilis.” &nbsp;For Agate Fossil Beds National Monument, this means changing a lot of interpretive signs. Donald Prothero, an attendee at Sunday’s program wrote in the chat, “Science is always moving forward with new and better data!”Ms. Shreero, a park ranger/geologist at Badlands National Park, explained why her recent research expanded a species names, rather that get rid of one. She and colleagues researched a brand new species of an ancient deer, Leptomerycidae, that was found in Badlands National Park in 2016. This tiny deer’s skull only weighs between 6-8 pounds! Mattison Shreero will be live at Agate Fossil Beds National Monument in July to tell us more about this little guy!Ms. Santos is also a graduate student at Cal Poly University, Pomona. She gave an inspirational talk about growing up in a gang-affiliated home, being the first in her family to go to college, and losing vision in one eye when she was fifteen. She studies the ancient rhinoceros that were found abundantly at Agate Fossil Beds, the Menoceras. She’s comparing the growth rates of the ancient and modern rhinos.&nbsp;Visitors said after the event was very interesting and they learned a lot. “It’s amazing that rhinos didn’t have horns and camels didn’t have humps.” Donald Prothero said in the chat. Jellystone Ranger said in the chat that it was, “very eye-opening content.”International Women and Girls in Science Day was established in 2015 to support full participation and equal access for females in all Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) fields.Missed the live event? You can still watch the recording on Agate’s YouTube channel (<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@agatefossilbedsnps" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@agatefossilbedsnps</a>) or on their website (<a href="https://go.nps.gov/digupagate2024" target="_blank">https://go.nps.gov/digupagate2024</a>). The video is closed-captioned, audio-described, and interpreted into ASL. The chat is available to view on the YouTube channel.Admission to Agate Fossil Beds is always free. Check out other events and activities on the park’s website at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.nps.gov/agfo/planyourvisit/calendar.htm" target="_blank">https://www.nps.gov/agfo/planyourvisit/calendar.htm</a>.Agate Fossil Beds National Monument is located 34 miles north of Mitchell, NE or 22 miles south of Harrison, NE on Highway 29 and 3 miles east on River Rd. The Visitor Center winter hours are 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. and the trails are open from dawn until dusk. Visit us at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.nps.gov/agfo" target="_blank">www.nps.gov/agfo</a>&nbsp;and on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Agate Fossil Beds N.M. celebrates women, girls with successful event

The Alliance Arts Council will bring the fantastic 50’s back to the stage on Saturday, February 24 th with a performance by The Holy Rocka Rollaz!

If it’s the classic early rock’n’roll and rockabilly of Elvis Presley, Buddy Holly, Chuck Berry, Johnny Cash (and many more) that you enjoy, played just the way those legends played it … you have found your dream band! Minnesota’s own Holy Rocka Rollaz bring back the sound, the look, the memories and nostalgia of one of America’s most treasured eras. There’s nothing but PURE EARLY AMERICAN ROCK’N’ROLL about them.

Front man Mark Flora with fellow musicians, drummer Matt Alexander &amp;amp; stand up bassist/vocalist Lisa Linn, have played stages from State Fairs, festivals, barn dances, car shows and prisons. The bands first show together was in the Sough Dakota State Penitentiary several years ago, serving in a ministry capacity, where Flora has been sharing good news to inmates since 2003. “We were having so much fun playing in the State Pen that we decided to take our music to car shows and other events. We really do enjoy playing 50’s rock’n’roll just the way it was played back in the day.” Nothing pleases these entertainment veterans more than seeing different generations enjoy this classic music together. The Holy Rocka Rollaz play with such energy and joy that people of all ages can’t help but enjoy them.

The performance will be on Saturday, February 24 th , 7:00 p.m. at the Alliance High School Performing Arts Center. Tickets are $10 for Adults, $9 for Seniors and $5 for Students. Tickets are available at Carnegie Arts Center and the Chamber and will also be sold at the door.

Co-presenters for the concert are FNBO, FNIC, Western Nebraska Real Estate, KCOW/Double Q Country Radio and Harris Sales.

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 </figure>The Alliance Arts Council will bring the fantastic 50’s back to the stage on Saturday, February 24 th with a performance by The Holy Rocka Rollaz!If it’s the classic early rock’n’roll and rockabilly of Elvis Presley, Buddy Holly, Chuck Berry, Johnny Cash (and many more) that you enjoy, played just the way those legends played it … you have found your dream band! Minnesota’s own Holy Rocka Rollaz bring back the sound, the look, the memories and nostalgia of one of America’s most treasured eras. There’s nothing but PURE EARLY AMERICAN ROCK’N’ROLL about them.Front man Mark Flora with fellow musicians, drummer Matt Alexander &amp;amp; stand up bassist/vocalist Lisa Linn, have played stages from State Fairs, festivals, barn dances, car shows and prisons. The bands first show together was in the Sough Dakota State Penitentiary several years ago, serving in a ministry capacity, where Flora has been sharing good news to inmates since 2003. “We were having so much fun playing in the State Pen that we decided to take our music to car shows and other events. We really do enjoy playing 50’s rock’n’roll just the way it was played back in the day.” Nothing pleases these entertainment veterans more than seeing different generations enjoy this classic music together. The Holy Rocka Rollaz play with such energy and joy that people of all ages can’t help but enjoy them.The performance will be on Saturday, February 24 th , 7:00 p.m. at the Alliance High School Performing Arts Center. Tickets are $10 for Adults, $9 for Seniors and $5 for Students. Tickets are available at Carnegie Arts Center and the Chamber and will also be sold at the door.Co-presenters for the concert are FNBO, FNIC, Western Nebraska Real Estate, KCOW/Double Q Country Radio and Harris Sales.

1950's tribute band Holy Rocka Rollaz to perform in Alliance 

By Alliance Police Department&nbsp;

P202400059 14:01 TRESPASS : TRESPASS dispatched to Haven Trailer Court for a male seen exiting from trailer A-6 that has been trespassed from there. Officer contacted Tim Stefka and issued him a citation. Closed - Charges Recommended

P202400060 15:12 HARASS : Harassment Received a phone call regarding individuals 14 year old daughter being stalked on social media by an adult male. Forward to Other Agency

P202400061 06:55 10-44 : MVA NON INJURYHit and run accident reported in the 600 block of Laramie Avenue. Investigation continues Open - Under Investigation

P202400062 13:42 AOA : ASSIST OTHER contact with Moses Dawn Ash who had an active arrest warrant out of Scottsbluff County Closed - Resolved

P202400063 14:01 10-44 : MVA NON INJURY Inactive - Case Suspended

P202400064 18:22 10-44 : MVA NON INJURY Closed - Resolved

P202400065 03:23 CRIMINAL MISCHIEF : Inactive - Case Suspended

P202400066 10:43 LEAK : GAS LEAK Closed - Resolved

P202400069 14:26 THEFT : THEFT Theft of medication / Taken from unlocked vehicle / Extra patrol requested Closed - Resolved

P202400071 14:24 CRIMINAL MISCHIEF : Closed - Charges Recommended

P202400072 15:08 JUV : JUVENILE Missing Juvenile / Juvenile located and returned to family Closed - Resolved

P202400073 20:26 ASSAULT : ASSAULT officers responded to the 200 block of E 3rd Street in reference to a disturbance/ Investigation was conducted/ one male was arrested and transported to Box Butte County jail. Closed - Charges Recommended

By Alliance Police Department&nbsp;02/04/24P202400059 14:01 TRESPASS : TRESPASS dispatched to Haven Trailer Court for a male seen exiting from trailer A-6 that has been trespassed from there. Officer contacted Tim Stefka and issued him a citation. Closed - Charges RecommendedP202400060 15:12 HARASS : Harassment Received a phone call regarding individuals 14 year old daughter being stalked on social media by an adult male. Forward to Other Agency02/04/24 Total: 202/05/24P202400061 06:55 10-44 : MVA NON INJURYHit and run accident reported in the 600 block of Laramie Avenue. Investigation continues Open - Under InvestigationP202400062 13:42 AOA : ASSIST OTHER contact with Moses Dawn Ash who had an active arrest warrant out of Scottsbluff County Closed - Resolved02/05/24 Total: 202/06/24P202400063 14:01 10-44 : MVA NON INJURY Inactive - Case SuspendedP202400064 18:22 10-44 : MVA NON INJURY Closed - Resolved02/06/24 Total: 202/07/24P202400065 03:23 CRIMINAL MISCHIEF : Inactive - Case Suspended02/07/24 Total: 102/08/24P202400066 10:43 LEAK : GAS LEAK Closed - ResolvedP202400069 14:26 THEFT : THEFT Theft of medication / Taken from unlocked vehicle / Extra patrol requested Closed - Resolved02/08/24 Total: 202/09/24P202400071 14:24 CRIMINAL MISCHIEF : Closed - Charges RecommendedP202400072 15:08 JUV : JUVENILE Missing Juvenile / Juvenile located and returned to family Closed - Resolved02/09/24 Total: 202/10/24P202400073 20:26 ASSAULT : ASSAULT officers responded to the 200 block of E 3rd Street in reference to a disturbance/ Investigation was conducted/ one male was arrested and transported to Box Butte County jail. Closed - Charges Recommended02/10/24 Total: 1Total Records: 12

Alliance Police Department: The Media Report 

&nbsp;By Nebraska Game &amp; Parks&nbsp;

The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission will accept archery paddlefish permit applications March 1-14.

The application period begins at 1 p.m. Central Time on March 1. Postal mail applications must be received in Game and Parks’ Lincoln office by 5 p.m. CST and online applications by 11:59 p.m. March 14.

A nonrefundable $7 application fee is due at the time of application. Applicants supplying valid email addresses will be notified when the draw is complete. Those not providing valid email addresses will be responsible for monitoring their status online.

Results of the draw will be made available by March 20. Payment for awarded permits is due by 11:59 p.m. April 5.

Permits will be issued in a random drawing based on preference points earned; applicants with the most preference points will receive the highest priority. Permits awarded but unpaid will result in the applicant losing preference points and forfeiting the permit. Unpaid or unawarded permits remaining after the drawing will be made available to the next resident applicant, based on the random draw.

An applicant will receive a preference point if he or she is not awarded a permit in the drawing. An additional preference point will be added each year he or she is unsuccessful in the drawing. Any person who is issued a paddlefish permit and any person who does not apply at least once during five consecutive years will lose all accumulated preference points. In lieu of participating in the draw, anglers may purchase one preference point per season during the application period. The cost is $10 for residents and $20 for nonresidents.

Two people – both residents or both nonresidents – may submit a joint application. That application will be assigned to the applicant with the fewest preference points.

A person may have no more than two archery paddlefish permits per year: one earned via application and one bought over the counter if unsold permits remain. Permits and their accompanying tags are not transferable. Anyone fishing with an archery paddlefish permit also must have a valid Nebraska fishing permit.

Starting this year, additional areas below Gavins Point Dam will be open to archery fishing during the archery paddlefish season; only the north wall of the spillway and the powerhouse discharge canal will be closed. See the 2024 Nebraska Fishing Guide for more information.

The 2024 archery paddlefish season is June 1-30. To apply for a permit, visit a Game and Parks office,&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDEsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHA6Ly9vdXRkb29ybmVicmFza2EuZ292LyIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyNDAyMTMuOTAxNDEzMjEifQ.W9_MZe6flcS8XlduPINclbG3ARmunL6Z3-ZYBTdTKzg/s/497221906/br/236990626187-l" target="_blank">GoOutdoorsNE.com</a>, or use the form in the 2024 Nebraska Fishing Guide.

&nbsp;By Nebraska Game &amp; Parks&nbsp;The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission will accept archery paddlefish permit applications March 1-14.The application period begins at 1 p.m. Central Time on March 1. Postal mail applications must be received in Game and Parks’ Lincoln office by 5 p.m. CST and online applications by 11:59 p.m. March 14.A nonrefundable $7 application fee is due at the time of application. Applicants supplying valid email addresses will be notified when the draw is complete. Those not providing valid email addresses will be responsible for monitoring their status online.Results of the draw will be made available by March 20. Payment for awarded permits is due by 11:59 p.m. April 5.Permits will be issued in a random drawing based on preference points earned; applicants with the most preference points will receive the highest priority. Permits awarded but unpaid will result in the applicant losing preference points and forfeiting the permit. Unpaid or unawarded permits remaining after the drawing will be made available to the next resident applicant, based on the random draw.An applicant will receive a preference point if he or she is not awarded a permit in the drawing. An additional preference point will be added each year he or she is unsuccessful in the drawing. Any person who is issued a paddlefish permit and any person who does not apply at least once during five consecutive years will lose all accumulated preference points. In lieu of participating in the draw, anglers may purchase one preference point per season during the application period. The cost is $10 for residents and $20 for nonresidents.Two people – both residents or both nonresidents – may submit a joint application. That application will be assigned to the applicant with the fewest preference points.A person may have no more than two archery paddlefish permits per year: one earned via application and one bought over the counter if unsold permits remain. Permits and their accompanying tags are not transferable. Anyone fishing with an archery paddlefish permit also must have a valid Nebraska fishing permit.Starting this year, additional areas below Gavins Point Dam will be open to archery fishing during the archery paddlefish season; only the north wall of the spillway and the powerhouse discharge canal will be closed. See the 2024 Nebraska Fishing Guide for more information.The 2024 archery paddlefish season is June 1-30. To apply for a permit, visit a Game and Parks office,&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDEsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHA6Ly9vdXRkb29ybmVicmFza2EuZ292LyIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyNDAyMTMuOTAxNDEzMjEifQ.W9_MZe6flcS8XlduPINclbG3ARmunL6Z3-ZYBTdTKzg/s/497221906/br/236990626187-l" target="_blank">GoOutdoorsNE.com</a>, or use the form in the 2024 Nebraska Fishing Guide.

Nebraska archery paddlefish applications to be accepted March 1-14

The landfill is now open for regular business.

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Alliance – The City of Alliance Landfill is closed due to an unexpected power outage. Crews are working diligently to restore power, once finalized the Landfill will re-open for regular business.

For more information, contact the Landfill at 308-762-2705.

By City of AllianceUPDATE 2/14/24 at 1:06 p.m.The landfill is now open for regular business.--------------------------------------------------------Alliance – The City of Alliance Landfill is closed due to an unexpected power outage. Crews are working diligently to restore power, once finalized the Landfill will re-open for regular business.For more information, contact the Landfill at 308-762-2705.

UPDATE: Alliance landfill closed due to unexpected issue

By&nbsp;US Marshal Randall Huff and Scotts Bluff County Sheriff's Office

In March 2020, an arrest warrant was issued by the Circuit Court of Outagamie County, Wisconsin for Osman Isael Izaguirre-Zepeda, charging Izaguirre-Zepeda with First Degree Child Sex Assault, Contact with Child Under Age 16, and Use/Threat of Force/Violence; Attempt.&nbsp; The fugitive investigation was adopted by the U.S. Marshals Service led Great Lakes Regional Fugitive Task Force (GLRFTF), Wisconsin Division.&nbsp;

 In December 2023, investigators with the GLRFTF developed information that Izaguirre-Zepeda was living in the Gering, NE area.&nbsp; The GLRFTF requested the assistance of the Wyoming Fugitive Task Force (WFTF) in locating and arresting Izaguirre-Zepeda.&nbsp; Investigators with the WFTF and detectives from the Scottsbluff Police Department conducted surveillance on the location suspected to be used by Izaguirre-Zepeda.&nbsp;&nbsp;

On&nbsp;February 13,&nbsp;2024, while conducting surveillance in Gering, NE, investigators with the WFTF observed a male fitting the description of Izaguirre-Zepeda exit the residence.&nbsp; Investigators stopped and identified the male as Izaguirre-Zepeda who was arrested without incident.&nbsp;

&nbsp;Investigators from the Nebraska WING Task Force assisted with the operation.&nbsp;

&nbsp;Izaguirre-Zepeda used multiple aliases and fraudulent identifications while evading capture by law enforcement.&nbsp; Izaguirre-Zepeda was transported to the Scottsbluff County Jail pending an extradition hearing to Wisconsin.&nbsp;

The WFTF is compromised of the U.S. Marshals Service, Cheyenne Police Department, Laramie County Sheriff’s Office, Department of Criminal Investigation, and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.&nbsp;

 The WFTF partners with federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies combining efforts to locate and arrest violent fugitives.&nbsp;

By&nbsp;US Marshal Randall Huff and Scotts Bluff County Sheriff's OfficeIn March 2020, an arrest warrant was issued by the Circuit Court of Outagamie County, Wisconsin for Osman Isael Izaguirre-Zepeda, charging Izaguirre-Zepeda with First Degree Child Sex Assault, Contact with Child Under Age 16, and Use/Threat of Force/Violence; Attempt.&nbsp; The fugitive investigation was adopted by the U.S. Marshals Service led Great Lakes Regional Fugitive Task Force (GLRFTF), Wisconsin Division.&nbsp; In December 2023, investigators with the GLRFTF developed information that Izaguirre-Zepeda was living in the Gering, NE area.&nbsp; The GLRFTF requested the assistance of the Wyoming Fugitive Task Force (WFTF) in locating and arresting Izaguirre-Zepeda.&nbsp; Investigators with the WFTF and detectives from the Scottsbluff Police Department conducted surveillance on the location suspected to be used by Izaguirre-Zepeda.&nbsp;&nbsp;On&nbsp;February 13,&nbsp;2024, while conducting surveillance in Gering, NE, investigators with the WFTF observed a male fitting the description of Izaguirre-Zepeda exit the residence.&nbsp; Investigators stopped and identified the male as Izaguirre-Zepeda who was arrested without incident.&nbsp;&nbsp;Investigators from the Nebraska WING Task Force assisted with the operation.&nbsp;&nbsp;Izaguirre-Zepeda used multiple aliases and fraudulent identifications while evading capture by law enforcement.&nbsp; Izaguirre-Zepeda was transported to the Scottsbluff County Jail pending an extradition hearing to Wisconsin.&nbsp;The WFTF is compromised of the U.S. Marshals Service, Cheyenne Police Department, Laramie County Sheriff’s Office, Department of Criminal Investigation, and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.&nbsp; The WFTF partners with federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies combining efforts to locate and arrest violent fugitives.&nbsp;

Authorities arrest fugitive in Gering

By Erin Laborie, Nebraska Extension Educator

Nebraska Extension will be hosting a four-session webinar series in March that will explain the fundamentals of understanding a cow's nutrition requirements and the options available to meet a cow's needs with grazed or harvested feed. The series will be held Monday and Thursday evenings, March 11, 14, 18 and 21, from 7:30 - 8:45 p.m. CT.

Feed costs are often the largest expense category for cow-calf producers in Nebraska. Understanding how the cow’s nutrient requirements change throughout the year and how to meet those requirements with the feed resources available cost-effectively can greatly influence an operation’s bottom line.

The cost of the course is $50 and includes a notebook of Nebraska Extension resources. The course is limited to 35 participants. To register, visit<a href="https://go.unl.edu/feedingthecow" target="_blank">&nbsp;https://go.unl.edu/feedingthecow</a>. Participants are asked to register by March 4 to ensure webinar resources are received before the series begins. A computer and internet connection will be needed to participate in the webinar series.

By Erin Laborie, Nebraska Extension EducatorNebraska Extension will be hosting a four-session webinar series in March that will explain the fundamentals of understanding a cow's nutrition requirements and the options available to meet a cow's needs with grazed or harvested feed. The series will be held Monday and Thursday evenings, March 11, 14, 18 and 21, from 7:30 - 8:45 p.m. CT.Feed costs are often the largest expense category for cow-calf producers in Nebraska. Understanding how the cow’s nutrient requirements change throughout the year and how to meet those requirements with the feed resources available cost-effectively can greatly influence an operation’s bottom line.Topics to be covered include:<ul>
 <li>What impacts a cow's nutrient requirements, and how do they change throughout the year?</li><li>How do you read and understand a feed test analysis as well as a feed tag? What do the numbers mean?</li><li>When comparing feed options, which is the best buy when all things are considered?</li><li>What are things to consider when developing a year-round feeding plan?</li>
 </ul>The cost of the course is $50 and includes a notebook of Nebraska Extension resources. The course is limited to 35 participants. To register, visit<a href="https://go.unl.edu/feedingthecow" target="_blank">&nbsp;https://go.unl.edu/feedingthecow</a>. Participants are asked to register by March 4 to ensure webinar resources are received before the series begins. A computer and internet connection will be needed to participate in the webinar series.

Nebraska Extension hosts series on ‘fundamentals of feeding the cow’ 

By TENA L. COOK, MARKETING COORDINATOR

CHADRON – For Black History Month, the Chadron State College Art Department will host a show in Memorial Hall’s Main Gallery featuring the work of the late William Artis who taught at CSC from 1954 to 1965. The show will be open from until March 8 with a reception in Memorial Hall’s Lobby on Feb. 29 from 4 to 6 p.m. A book,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.csc.edu/news/2023/william-artis-revealed.html" target="_blank">Uncovering Uncle William</a>, written about Artis by his niece, Dr. Shirley Jones, will be available for sale.

Pieces for the exhibit were selected from collections in the Sandoz Center, the Chadron State Foundation, and Memorial Hall. One sculpture, titled “Madonna &amp; Child,” was&nbsp;<a href="https://www.csc.edu/news/2023/artis-sculpture-donated-to-csc.html" target="_blank">donated</a>&nbsp;to the college in August 2023 by Cathy Clary. Her late husband, Morse, was a student of Artis’ and bought the piece from another student, Robert Yost, in 1968.

Professor Mary Donahue, who organized the show, said she credits former CSC Art Professor Dick Bird with revitalizing awareness and acknowledgment of Artis’ work.

“I am thankful that when I started here, we knew of William Artis’ work and his prominence in African American sculpture,” Donohue said.

Trudy Denham, who teaches three-dimensional art, said Artis was an exceptional artist and equally talented educator.

“Chadron State College is fortunate to have multiple works by Artis in the permanent collection.&nbsp;His pottery and sculptures are used in classes as examples and an opportunity for students to examine prominent works of art.&nbsp;Through his artwork, Artis still connects to and inspires students,” Denham said.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/2/1707857022415.jpeg" alt="Art exhibit in Memorial Hall's Main Gallery featuring works by the late William Artis, a Harlem Renaissance potter, who taught at CSC 1954-1964. The display is open Feb. 8-March 8, 2024, with a reception Feb. 29 from 4 to 6 p.m. in Memorial Hall's Lobby. (Photo by Daniella Akwanamnye/Chadron State College)" />
 <figcaption>Art exhibit in Memorial Hall's Main Gallery featuring works by the late William Artis, a Harlem Renaissance potter, who taught at CSC 1954-1964. The display is open Feb. 8-March 8, 2024, with a reception Feb. 29 from 4 to 6 p.m. in Memorial Hall's Lobby. (Photo by Daniella Akwanamnye/Chadron State College)</figcaption>
 </figure>By TENA L. COOK, MARKETING COORDINATORCHADRON – For Black History Month, the Chadron State College Art Department will host a show in Memorial Hall’s Main Gallery featuring the work of the late William Artis who taught at CSC from 1954 to 1965. The show will be open from until March 8 with a reception in Memorial Hall’s Lobby on Feb. 29 from 4 to 6 p.m. A book,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.csc.edu/news/2023/william-artis-revealed.html" target="_blank">Uncovering Uncle William</a>, written about Artis by his niece, Dr. Shirley Jones, will be available for sale.Pieces for the exhibit were selected from collections in the Sandoz Center, the Chadron State Foundation, and Memorial Hall. One sculpture, titled “Madonna &amp; Child,” was&nbsp;<a href="https://www.csc.edu/news/2023/artis-sculpture-donated-to-csc.html" target="_blank">donated</a>&nbsp;to the college in August 2023 by Cathy Clary. Her late husband, Morse, was a student of Artis’ and bought the piece from another student, Robert Yost, in 1968.Professor Mary Donahue, who organized the show, said she credits former CSC Art Professor Dick Bird with revitalizing awareness and acknowledgment of Artis’ work.“I am thankful that when I started here, we knew of William Artis’ work and his prominence in African American sculpture,” Donohue said.Trudy Denham, who teaches three-dimensional art, said Artis was an exceptional artist and equally talented educator.“Chadron State College is fortunate to have multiple works by Artis in the permanent collection.&nbsp;His pottery and sculptures are used in classes as examples and an opportunity for students to examine prominent works of art.&nbsp;Through his artwork, Artis still connects to and inspires students,” Denham said.

 CSC Show honors Artis during Black History Month

<a href="https://nebraskaexaminer.com/briefs/state-senators-advance-compromise-bill-to-increase-tax-revenue-oversight-of-now-common-skill-games/">Nebraska Examiner</a>

LINCOLN — A bill to increase taxes on so-called “skill” video gaming machines that are now common in convenience stores and bars easily advanced Monday from first-round debate.

Legislative Bill 685 was introduced in the Nebraska Legislature&nbsp;<a href="https://nebraskaexaminer.com/2023/10/19/steep-increase-and-spread-of-slot-machine-like-skill-games-prompt-concern/">amid a rapid increase</a>&nbsp;in the games and a desire to harness some of their proceeds for property tax relief.

The skill games look and operate much like video slot machines in casinos, but they require some “skill” to win. Thus, they are regulated differently from slot machines, which are considered games of chance.

But state problem gambling officials say the skill games are just as addictive, and harmful, as regular slot machines.

Nebraska has seen a 60% increase in skill game machines across the state over the past year.

More than 5,800 licensed skill games can now be found at 1,611 locations, according to state registration figures. Machines are in truck stops, gas stations, convenience and grocery stores, service clubs and even a “de facto” casino.

An initial proposal from State Sen. John Lowe of Kearney&nbsp;<a href="https://nebraskaexaminer.com/2024/01/22/compromise-on-taxing-skill-games-gets-a-thumbs-down-from-small-operators/">ran into pushback from operators of the devices,</a>&nbsp;who called it heavy-handed and likely to put them out of business.

So Lowe came back with a compromise that he said responded to some of the criticism.

Among the provisions in LB 685 advanced on a 31-0 vote on Monday were:

Elmwood Sen. Rob Clements, who has introduced a bill this year to repeal the state’s inheritance tax, said LB 685 might provide some replacement revenue for counties — which currently get more than $60 million a year in inheritance tax revenue.

A fiscal note based on the initially proposed 20% tax estimated revenue of about $2.2 million a year for counties and cities. A fiscal estimate on a 5% tax was not immediately available. Such estimates are typically not made until after an amendment is adopted, as happened Monday.

— Nebraska Examiner reporter Zach Wendling contributed to this story.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/2/1707854839617.jpeg" alt="So-called “skill games,” like these at the Daily Double keno parlor in Denton, have proliferated across the state. They are not considered “gambling” because it takes some level of skill to win. (Paul Hammel/Nebraska Examiner)" />
 <figcaption>So-called “skill games,” like these at the Daily Double keno parlor in Denton, have proliferated across the state. They are not considered “gambling” because it takes some level of skill to win. (Paul Hammel/Nebraska Examiner)</figcaption>
 </figure>Paul Hammel<a href="https://nebraskaexaminer.com/briefs/state-senators-advance-compromise-bill-to-increase-tax-revenue-oversight-of-now-common-skill-games/">Nebraska Examiner</a>LINCOLN — A bill to increase taxes on so-called “skill” video gaming machines that are now common in convenience stores and bars easily advanced Monday from first-round debate.Legislative Bill 685 was introduced in the Nebraska Legislature&nbsp;<a href="https://nebraskaexaminer.com/2023/10/19/steep-increase-and-spread-of-slot-machine-like-skill-games-prompt-concern/">amid a rapid increase</a>&nbsp;in the games and a desire to harness some of their proceeds for property tax relief.The skill games look and operate much like video slot machines in casinos, but they require some “skill” to win. Thus, they are regulated differently from slot machines, which are considered games of chance.But state problem gambling officials say the skill games are just as addictive, and harmful, as regular slot machines.Nebraska has seen a 60% increase in skill game machines across the state over the past year.More than 5,800 licensed skill games can now be found at 1,611 locations, according to state registration figures. Machines are in truck stops, gas stations, convenience and grocery stores, service clubs and even a “de facto” casino.An initial proposal from State Sen. John Lowe of Kearney&nbsp;<a href="https://nebraskaexaminer.com/2024/01/22/compromise-on-taxing-skill-games-gets-a-thumbs-down-from-small-operators/">ran into pushback from operators of the devices,</a>&nbsp;who called it heavy-handed and likely to put them out of business.So Lowe came back with a compromise that he said responded to some of the criticism.Among the provisions in LB 685 advanced on a 31-0 vote on Monday were:<ul>
 <li>Distributor would pay an annual fee of $100 for each machine up to a maximum of $5,000 for large distributors.</li><li>Owners would still pay $250 per machine annually, which is the current fee.</li><li>A 5% tax on the proceeds from each skill game would be paid to the state, of which 40% would be used for property tax relief, 25% split between the county and city in which the machine is located, and 10% used for tourism promotion. Initially, a tax of 20% had been proposed, which is the same rate paid by casino video slots.</li><li>Businesses that have skill games would be required to derive 60% of their revenue from sources other than the games. That is an attempt to prevent defacto casinos that are filled with the machines. Veterans and fraternal clubs would be exempt from that requirement, and their machines would not be subject to taxes.</li>
 </ul>Elmwood Sen. Rob Clements, who has introduced a bill this year to repeal the state’s inheritance tax, said LB 685 might provide some replacement revenue for counties — which currently get more than $60 million a year in inheritance tax revenue.A fiscal note based on the initially proposed 20% tax estimated revenue of about $2.2 million a year for counties and cities. A fiscal estimate on a 5% tax was not immediately available. Such estimates are typically not made until after an amendment is adopted, as happened Monday.— Nebraska Examiner reporter Zach Wendling contributed to this story.

State senators advance compromise bill to increase tax revenue, oversight of now common ‘skill’ games

FEBRUARY 13, 2024 (LINCOLN, NEB.)&nbsp;&nbsp;—&nbsp; Nebraska State Patrol troopers removed 18 impaired drivers from the road this weekend as part of a special enforcement effort around the Super Bowl. The campaign included numerous law enforcement agencies across the state and entire country.

In total, troopers arrested 18 motorists for driving under the influence. Troopers also issued citations for speeding (144), minor in possession of alcohol (2), driving under suspension (13), no seat belt (2), and improper child restraint (2). Troopers also performed 63 motorists assists over the weekend.

NSP’s effort was made possible thanks in part to grant funding from the Nebraska Department of Transportation – Highway Safety Office.

As 2024 continues, NSP reminds all motorists to help keep Nebraska roads safe. Always drive sober, follow posted speed limits, avoid distractions, and wear your seatbelt. Troopers will participate in many additional traffic safety initiatives throughout the coming spring and summer months.

By Cody ThomasNebraska State PatrolFEBRUARY 13, 2024 (LINCOLN, NEB.)&nbsp;&nbsp;—&nbsp; Nebraska State Patrol troopers removed 18 impaired drivers from the road this weekend as part of a special enforcement effort around the Super Bowl. The campaign included numerous law enforcement agencies across the state and entire country.In total, troopers arrested 18 motorists for driving under the influence. Troopers also issued citations for speeding (144), minor in possession of alcohol (2), driving under suspension (13), no seat belt (2), and improper child restraint (2). Troopers also performed 63 motorists assists over the weekend.NSP’s effort was made possible thanks in part to grant funding from the Nebraska Department of Transportation – Highway Safety Office.As 2024 continues, NSP reminds all motorists to help keep Nebraska roads safe. Always drive sober, follow posted speed limits, avoid distractions, and wear your seatbelt. Troopers will participate in many additional traffic safety initiatives throughout the coming spring and summer months.