LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — A group that wants to legalize medical marijuana in Nebraska sued the state on Monday to try to overturn a requirement that makes it harder to qualify for the ballot by forcing petitioners to get signatures from a large number rural counties.

 The federal lawsuit comes after the group Nebraskans for Medical Marijuana lost one of its biggest donors, forcing the campaign to rely primarily on volunteers as it scrambles to place the issue on the November general election ballot. 

Organizers have until July 7 to gather roughly 87,000 signatures from registered voters. 

The Nebraska Constitution also requires those signatures to come from at least 5% of registered voters in 38 of the state’s 93 counties.

By Associated PressLINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — A group that wants to legalize medical marijuana in Nebraska sued the state on Monday to try to overturn a requirement that makes it harder to qualify for the ballot by forcing petitioners to get signatures from a large number rural counties. The federal lawsuit comes after the group Nebraskans for Medical Marijuana lost one of its biggest donors, forcing the campaign to rely primarily on volunteers as it scrambles to place the issue on the November general election ballot. Organizers have until July 7 to gather roughly 87,000 signatures from registered voters. The Nebraska Constitution also requires those signatures to come from at least 5% of registered voters in 38 of the state’s 93 counties.

Medical marijuana petition drive sues to ease ballot rules

By PAUL HAMMEL <a href="https://nebraskaexaminer.com/2022/05/16/still-among-the-lucky-ones-even-after-catching-covid/">Nebraska Examiner</a>

LINCOLN — For months on end, I have been among the lucky ones.

I followed the advice of the health experts and the governor and kept my distance, sang “Happy Birthday” twice while washing my hands, limited my travel and wore a mask when out to shop or reporting at the Capitol.&nbsp;

When the vaccine came out, I was among the throngs who swept through Lincoln’s Pinnacle Bank Arena for two incredibly well-choreographed vaccination clinics.

And when the booster was recommended for us “seasoned” Nebraskans, I rolled up my sleeve for another shot last fall.

My main goal was always “don’t give it to someone else.”

So when I got even a slightly sore throat or congestion, I went and got tested. More than a dozen times I drove through the free, Test Nebraska testing sites. When they went away, it meant a trip to a local drug store for a test. More recently, it was using a home test.

I did not want to be the guy who gave it to someone else, someone who really got sick, or had to go to the hospital, or heaven forbid, ended up on a ventilator or worse.

Since the pandemic arrived in Nebraska in March 2020, I’ve had a front-row seat to the pandemic, covering dozens of governor’s press conferences while masked and distanced, writing about Nebraska’s first COVID-19 patient and about small towns struggling through lockdowns and the uncertainty.

More recently, I’ve covered stories about doctors and nurses, desperately trying to save lives of those gasping for breath while dealing with the divisions in our world over using masks, taking precautions and trusting medical professionals.

After all that, I can honestly say that being cautious and taking precautions has worked for me. Neighbors got it, friends got it, relatives got it. Not me.&nbsp;

My lucky streak ended April 26 when a home test showed positive.&nbsp;

Like a lot of people, I’ve let my guard down, put away the N-95 masks and tried to live a little in the past couple of months. Case counts were down, masking requirements were going away.

My wife and I went to an Elton John concert recently. It was sold out, and few people wore masks. There was a certain novelty, and feeling of freedom, for not masking up. And I was fine after the concert.

The week before I tested positive I covered the final days of the Legislature’s session, went to a bill signing at the Capitol Rotunda, attended a funeral visitation and drove to central Nebraska’s Calamus Lake to visit an old buddy — all without masking.

A friend had come up to our family farm nine days before I tested positive, and he told me later that he’d turned up positive just after our visit. But we were mostly outside, seemingly far enough apart.&nbsp;

I write this to make a couple of points. The first is that COVID-19 is still out there.&nbsp;

As one widely known public health expert said recently, “We may be done with it, but it isn’t done with us.”

This is a disease that has killed more than 4,200 Nebraskans. Nineteen more Nebraskans died last week. And cases, nationwide, are on the rise again, according to the New York Times. That’s also according to the health director in Lincoln, where I live.

Think of it – 4,200 dead. That’s about the population of cities like Aurora, Wahoo, Ogallala and Falls City. Pick one of those towns. Gone.

In Lincoln and Lancaster County, cases have increased in each of the past five weeks. A surge seen nationwide is showing up here, said Pat Lopez, the city-county health director, who said she’s seeing an increase in older residents who haven’t gotten their second booster shot yet.

About 1 million Americans have died since March 2020. And for the first time since World War I, the life expectancy for Americans has dropped, from 78.9 years in 2019 to 76.6 years in 2021.

(And we need to consider that the number of people infected with COVID-19 is probably a major undercount. That’s because we’re all using home tests now. And I have stopped counting the people who told me they probably got COVID but never got tested. Wonder if they spread it.)

Here’s my second takeaway: I do believe that getting the shots made my symptoms manageable, and mostly mild.&nbsp;

Sure, the shots didn’t prevent COVID — I got it — but getting vaccinated, wearing a mask, etc., might have kept it at bay for me through months of continuing to work, continuing to shop at the grocery store and elsewhere, and doing things like ushering at church.

(One note: I did test “positive” in December 2020, but I never had any symptoms other than a scratchy nose. And a month later, two tests showed I didn’t have any antibodies. So it was a “false positive.”)

Meanwhile, I’ve heard story after story of friends, relatives and neighbors — some vaxed, but several not — getting COVID and dealing with high fevers, the loss of taste and smell, and the lingering after-effects, like a foggy brain or lack of energy.

But my symptoms were no worse than a typical flu. I was run down for a day or two, had a slight sore throat and was a bit achy. But, except for one morning sleeping in, I continued to work from my isolation at home.

My ability to taste and smell was impacted, but for only a couple of days, and only for the blandest food.&nbsp;

The best news is this: besides my wife, who luckily also had mild symptoms, I didn’t spread it to the wider world.&nbsp;

As soon as I tested positive, I called everyone I came in contact with to let them know. I still haven’t heard from anyone beyond my wife who got it, and I am hoping that I didn’t spread it to anyone else.

From friends, relatives and neighbors, I’ve heard of much more serious fights with COVID, of real sickness, trips to the ER, the awful funerals and regrets.

I’ve tried to do my part by trying to avoid getting it and spreading it. I’ve urged others to get the shots, but in our world today, some people don’t trust what the experts are telling reporters, or what we are reporting. I get it. I don’t understand it, but I get it.&nbsp;

Still, when an unvaccinated buddy got a bad case, I tried to help him track down a monoclonal antibody treatment. I even made a mad dash through a blizzard to Beatrice to pick up a home test because they were all sold out in his town. He needed a test.&nbsp;

So now I’m among the majority of Americans who have had COVID-19. It knocked me down for a day or two, but I got over it, and hopefully I didn’t become a super spreader.

I still think I’m still among the lucky ones.

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 </figure>By PAUL HAMMEL <a href="https://nebraskaexaminer.com/2022/05/16/still-among-the-lucky-ones-even-after-catching-covid/">Nebraska Examiner</a>LINCOLN — For months on end, I have been among the lucky ones.Never got COVID.&nbsp;I followed the advice of the health experts and the governor and kept my distance, sang “Happy Birthday” twice while washing my hands, limited my travel and wore a mask when out to shop or reporting at the Capitol.&nbsp;When the vaccine came out, I was among the throngs who swept through Lincoln’s Pinnacle Bank Arena for two incredibly well-choreographed vaccination clinics.And when the booster was recommended for us “seasoned” Nebraskans, I rolled up my sleeve for another shot last fall.<h2>“Don’t give it to others’</h2>My main goal was always “don’t give it to someone else.”So when I got even a slightly sore throat or congestion, I went and got tested. More than a dozen times I drove through the free, Test Nebraska testing sites. When they went away, it meant a trip to a local drug store for a test. More recently, it was using a home test.I did not want to be the guy who gave it to someone else, someone who really got sick, or had to go to the hospital, or heaven forbid, ended up on a ventilator or worse.Since the pandemic arrived in Nebraska in March 2020, I’ve had a front-row seat to the pandemic, covering dozens of governor’s press conferences while masked and distanced, writing about Nebraska’s first COVID-19 patient and about small towns struggling through lockdowns and the uncertainty.More recently, I’ve covered stories about doctors and nurses, desperately trying to save lives of those gasping for breath while dealing with the divisions in our world over using masks, taking precautions and trusting medical professionals.After all that, I can honestly say that being cautious and taking precautions has worked for me. Neighbors got it, friends got it, relatives got it. Not me.&nbsp;Until two weeks ago.&nbsp;My lucky streak ended April 26 when a home test showed positive.&nbsp;Where I got it is anyone’s guess.Like a lot of people, I’ve let my guard down, put away the N-95 masks and tried to live a little in the past couple of months. Case counts were down, masking requirements were going away.<h2>A concert and few masks</h2>My wife and I went to an Elton John concert recently. It was sold out, and few people wore masks. There was a certain novelty, and feeling of freedom, for not masking up. And I was fine after the concert.The week before I tested positive I covered the final days of the Legislature’s session, went to a bill signing at the Capitol Rotunda, attended a funeral visitation and drove to central Nebraska’s Calamus Lake to visit an old buddy — all without masking.A friend had come up to our family farm nine days before I tested positive, and he told me later that he’d turned up positive just after our visit. But we were mostly outside, seemingly far enough apart.&nbsp;I write this to make a couple of points. The first is that COVID-19 is still out there.&nbsp;As one widely known public health expert said recently, “We may be done with it, but it isn’t done with us.”This is a disease that has killed more than 4,200 Nebraskans. Nineteen more Nebraskans died last week. And cases, nationwide, are on the rise again, according to the New York Times. That’s also according to the health director in Lincoln, where I live.Think of it – 4,200 dead. That’s about the population of cities like Aurora, Wahoo, Ogallala and Falls City. Pick one of those towns. Gone.In Lincoln and Lancaster County, cases have increased in each of the past five weeks. A surge seen nationwide is showing up here, said Pat Lopez, the city-county health director, who said she’s seeing an increase in older residents who haven’t gotten their second booster shot yet.About 1 million Americans have died since March 2020. And for the first time since World War I, the life expectancy for Americans has dropped, from 78.9 years in 2019 to 76.6 years in 2021.<h2>Depressing facts</h2>Those are cold, hard, depressing facts.(And we need to consider that the number of people infected with COVID-19 is probably a major undercount. That’s because we’re all using home tests now. And I have stopped counting the people who told me they probably got COVID but never got tested. Wonder if they spread it.)Here’s my second takeaway: I do believe that getting the shots made my symptoms manageable, and mostly mild.&nbsp;Sure, the shots didn’t prevent COVID — I got it — but getting vaccinated, wearing a mask, etc., might have kept it at bay for me through months of continuing to work, continuing to shop at the grocery store and elsewhere, and doing things like ushering at church.(One note: I did test “positive” in December 2020, but I never had any symptoms other than a scratchy nose. And a month later, two tests showed I didn’t have any antibodies. So it was a “false positive.”)<h2>Others got it</h2>Meanwhile, I’ve heard story after story of friends, relatives and neighbors — some vaxed, but several not — getting COVID and dealing with high fevers, the loss of taste and smell, and the lingering after-effects, like a foggy brain or lack of energy.But my symptoms were no worse than a typical flu. I was run down for a day or two, had a slight sore throat and was a bit achy. But, except for one morning sleeping in, I continued to work from my isolation at home.My ability to taste and smell was impacted, but for only a couple of days, and only for the blandest food.&nbsp;The best news is this: besides my wife, who luckily also had mild symptoms, I didn’t spread it to the wider world.&nbsp;As soon as I tested positive, I called everyone I came in contact with to let them know. I still haven’t heard from anyone beyond my wife who got it, and I am hoping that I didn’t spread it to anyone else.<h2>Tried to do my part</h2>From friends, relatives and neighbors, I’ve heard of much more serious fights with COVID, of real sickness, trips to the ER, the awful funerals and regrets.I’ve tried to do my part by trying to avoid getting it and spreading it. I’ve urged others to get the shots, but in our world today, some people don’t trust what the experts are telling reporters, or what we are reporting. I get it. I don’t understand it, but I get it.&nbsp;Still, when an unvaccinated buddy got a bad case, I tried to help him track down a monoclonal antibody treatment. I even made a mad dash through a blizzard to Beatrice to pick up a home test because they were all sold out in his town. He needed a test.&nbsp;So now I’m among the majority of Americans who have had COVID-19. It knocked me down for a day or two, but I got over it, and hopefully I didn’t become a super spreader.I still think I’m still among the lucky ones.

Still among the lucky ones, even after catching COVID

Spring looks to be upon us and with the recent needed moisture, the grass is turning green and flowers are starting to bloom. We would like to offer a friendly reminder to mow, trim or spray your property or properties, and to trim branches encroaching on sidewalks, alleys and roadways early and on a regularly basis. City of Chadron Ordinances §11-304, §11-305, §11-307, §13-114 and §13-119 are all available for review at the City of Chadron website, <a href="https://www.chadron-nebraska.com">https://www.chadron-nebraska.com</a>/

The City of Chadron realizes that at times it is difficult to trim around some corners or obstacles in yards or on other property on a regular basis, whether that be from lack of trimming equipment, weather conditions, or time and other factors. To that end, we primarily focus on the majority of the yard for enforcement of City Ordinance §11-304. While any growth in excess of twelve inches is enforceable by City Ordinance, we trust that pride in our community and cooperation with current City Ordinances will prevent necessary enforcement of excessive growth left for extended periods of time.

Low hanging branches or excessive growth of bushes or trees, in alleyways and around sidewalks pose safety issues for pedestrians and our waste management personnel. We ask all residents to check these areas on their properties. City ordinances requires branches to be trimmed to a height of at least 8 feet above the surface of any sidewalk and 10 feet above the surface of any street or alley.

As the vegetation grows, your friendly staff at the Chadron Police Department will be contacting owners of properties whose vegetation is in violation of the city ordinances. In most cases, a warning will be issued, but repeat or habitual violations can lead to citations issued.

For questions or comments, please contact us at the Chadron Police Department at (308) 432-0510.

By City of ChadronSpring looks to be upon us and with the recent needed moisture, the grass is turning green and flowers are starting to bloom. We would like to offer a friendly reminder to mow, trim or spray your property or properties, and to trim branches encroaching on sidewalks, alleys and roadways early and on a regularly basis. City of Chadron Ordinances §11-304, §11-305, §11-307, §13-114 and §13-119 are all available for review at the City of Chadron website, <a href="https://www.chadron-nebraska.com">https://www.chadron-nebraska.com</a>/The City of Chadron realizes that at times it is difficult to trim around some corners or obstacles in yards or on other property on a regular basis, whether that be from lack of trimming equipment, weather conditions, or time and other factors. To that end, we primarily focus on the majority of the yard for enforcement of City Ordinance §11-304. While any growth in excess of twelve inches is enforceable by City Ordinance, we trust that pride in our community and cooperation with current City Ordinances will prevent necessary enforcement of excessive growth left for extended periods of time.Low hanging branches or excessive growth of bushes or trees, in alleyways and around sidewalks pose safety issues for pedestrians and our waste management personnel. We ask all residents to check these areas on their properties. City ordinances requires branches to be trimmed to a height of at least 8 feet above the surface of any sidewalk and 10 feet above the surface of any street or alley.As the vegetation grows, your friendly staff at the Chadron Police Department will be contacting owners of properties whose vegetation is in violation of the city ordinances. In most cases, a warning will be issued, but repeat or habitual violations can lead to citations issued.For questions or comments, please contact us at the Chadron Police Department at (308) 432-0510.

Chadron police reminds community to mow, trim property 

OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — BNSF railroad is tweaking its strict new attendance policy. But unions that have challenged the rules that took effect in February say the changes don’t go far enough. 

The railroad told employees that starting next month it will make several small changes in the formula it uses to determine whether workers are missing too many shifts. 

The unions say the rules still do too much to encourage workers to show up when they are sick or fatigued. 

They say the rules have contributed to more than 700 employees leaving the railroad at a time when BNSF is struggling to hire.

Story written by Associated PressOMAHA, Neb. (AP) — BNSF railroad is tweaking its strict new attendance policy. But unions that have challenged the rules that took effect in February say the changes don’t go far enough. The railroad told employees that starting next month it will make several small changes in the formula it uses to determine whether workers are missing too many shifts. The unions say the rules still do too much to encourage workers to show up when they are sick or fatigued. They say the rules have contributed to more than 700 employees leaving the railroad at a time when BNSF is struggling to hire.

BNSF tweaks attendance rules 

Alliance – A water main break has occurred leaving residents without water from the Howard Avenue to Williamette Avenue.&nbsp;

At this time, we are unsure of the length of time it will take to repair the water main.

We will update our Facebook page @CityofAlliance with additional information as it comes in. 

Please contact Public Works at (308) 762-1907 for any questions or for more information. 

By City of Alliance&nbsp;Alliance – A water main break has occurred leaving residents without water from the Howard Avenue to Williamette Avenue.&nbsp;At this time, we are unsure of the length of time it will take to repair the water main.We will update our Facebook page @CityofAlliance with additional information as it comes in. Please contact Public Works at (308) 762-1907 for any questions or for more information.

City of Alliance crews working on water main break

Alliance – Thursday, May 19th at 6:30 pm The Knight Museum and Sandhills Center is hosting a presentation covering more than three centuries of Nebraska’s history during the Plains Indian Wars as well as commemorating Nebraska’s history though monuments and markers.

The presentation will host historian Jeff Barnes, author of “Contact and Conflict: The Monumental Story of Nebraska and the Indian Wars”, a chronological telling of the meetings of Native American and European Americans in Nebraska, from peace through war, as commemorated in historical monuments and markers.

For more information, please contact the Knight Museum and Sandhills Center at (308) 762-2384.

By City of AllianceAlliance – Thursday, May 19th at 6:30 pm The Knight Museum and Sandhills Center is hosting a presentation covering more than three centuries of Nebraska’s history during the Plains Indian Wars as well as commemorating Nebraska’s history though monuments and markers.The presentation will host historian Jeff Barnes, author of “Contact and Conflict: The Monumental Story of Nebraska and the Indian Wars”, a chronological telling of the meetings of Native American and European Americans in Nebraska, from peace through war, as commemorated in historical monuments and markers.For more information, please contact the Knight Museum and Sandhills Center at (308) 762-2384.

Nebraska’s Indian Wars History presentation to be held at Knight Museum

By Northwest Community Action Partnership&nbsp;

Northwest Community Action Partnership is requesting competitive proposals for construction to remodel existing space into a classroom to be used by pre-schoolers. 

Desired project completion date December 31,2022.

 Interested parties may obtain a bid packet by contacting Jim Brodrick at NCAP, 270 Pine St., Chadron, NE 69337. 308-432-3393. 

Closing date for proposal submission is June 14, 2022 at 4:00 p.m.

By Northwest Community Action Partnership&nbsp;Northwest Community Action Partnership is requesting competitive proposals for construction to remodel existing space into a classroom to be used by pre-schoolers. Desired project completion date December 31,2022. Interested parties may obtain a bid packet by contacting Jim Brodrick at NCAP, 270 Pine St., Chadron, NE 69337. 308-432-3393. Closing date for proposal submission is June 14, 2022 at 4:00 p.m.

NCAP requesting proposals for classroom construction

On May 13 at 9:09 p.m., Scottsbluff police were called to the emergency room at Regional West Medical Center. A 33-year-old female was being treated for a gunshot wound. 

"Officers learned that the shooting took place in Scottsbluff and that the victim was transported to Regional West Medical Center by a family member,"&nbsp;Sergeant Tyler Fliam said. "The victim was treated for her injuries and released from Regional West Medical Center that same night."

The investigation is ongoing and no arrests have been made. 

Fliam said there is "no known threat to public safety".

By KALIN KROHE Panhandle PostOn May 13 at 9:09 p.m., Scottsbluff police were called to the emergency room at Regional West Medical Center. A 33-year-old female was being treated for a gunshot wound. "Officers learned that the shooting took place in Scottsbluff and that the victim was transported to Regional West Medical Center by a family member,"&nbsp;Sergeant Tyler Fliam said. "The victim was treated for her injuries and released from Regional West Medical Center that same night."The investigation is ongoing and no arrests have been made. Fliam said there is "no known threat to public safety".

Scottsbluff police investigating weekend shooting 

Come hear about public safety on-goings, our department and community programs, and let us hear your concerns at the Neighborhood Grand Meeting on May 16.&nbsp;

The meeting will be held at the Knight Museum at 6 p.m.&nbsp;

 Meet your Beat Officer, Sergeant Stefan Yocum.&nbsp;

By Alliance Police DepartmentCome hear about public safety on-goings, our department and community programs, and let us hear your concerns at the Neighborhood Grand Meeting on May 16.&nbsp;The meeting will be held at the Knight Museum at 6 p.m.&nbsp;<figure>
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 </figure> Meet your Beat Officer, Sergeant Stefan Yocum.&nbsp;

APD to hold Neighborhood Grand Meeting at Knight Museum 

By&nbsp;Back When They Bucked Committee

Deadwood, SD - PRCA “Back When They Bucked” is back for the second year. This All-Day Rodeo is bringing an extra punch in 2022. Western Legacy Foundation is partnering with the NAJA Shriners of Deadwood for a two-day, all day rodeo event. We are looking forward to hosting this elite event again in the unique, rustic, old west setting of the Days of 76 Event Complex, Deadwood, SD, Memorial Weekend, Sunday and Monday, May 29 &amp; 30.

Back When They Bucked is produced by Western Legacy Foundation (WLF) and presented by Brink Constructors, Inc. This event is designed to raise funds to support the WLF and its efforts which include college scholarships, support of community organizations, programs, and projects that enhance services and education to the public. NAJA Shrine is a fraternal organization that has been part of western South Dakota for over 125 years. They support and provide financial resources to over 750 local children to help them obtain high-quality medical care, regardless of a family’s ability to pay. To date, NAJA Shriners have helped tens of thousands of children in Western South Dakota, and altogether, Shriners have helped over 1.4 million children world-wide.

This two-day event will kick off on Sunday, May 29th with the Women’s Professional Rodeo Association (WPRA) Ladies Breakaway long go. You will witness some of the fastest roping you have ever seen. The ladies will be competing for a spot in the short round that will be held during the PRCA Xtreme Bronc Riding event which will be held in the afternoon. Leading off the afternoon of rodeo action will be a South Dakota High School Rodeo Breakaway Roping and Saddle Bronc Match. The PRCA Xtreme Saddle Bronc Match, a Professional Rodeo Cowboy Association (PRCA) sanctioned event featuring “extreme bronc riding” will follow the high school event. Twenty-four cowboys will compete in the long go-round with the eight highest scores advancing to the short round. All proceeds from day one will go to the Western Legacy Foundation.

Day two, Monday, May 30, will feature the PRCA Steer Wrestling long go in the morning with the fastest times moving to the short go during the afternoon performance. South Dakota High School steer wrestlers and bareback riders will kick off the afternoon, followed by the PRCA Bareback Riding Shootout and steer wrestling short go.

All proceeds from day two will go to the NAJA Shriners of Deadwood. Short round cowboys will be vying for the title and prize money. Winnings from each event will count towards their earnings to advance to the Wrangler National Finals in Las Vegas, NV

The “Back When They Bucked” two-day event will feature live music and is an affordable entertainment event for all ages. The schedule of events: Sunday, May 29 – 9:00 a.m. WPRA Breakaway Long Go; 2:00 p.m. SDHS Breakaway and Saddle Bronc Shootout; 3:00 p.m. PRCA Xtreme Bronc Match with WPRA Breakaway Short Go. Monday, May 30 – 9:00 a.m. PRCA Steer Wrestling Long Go; 2:00 p.m. SDHS Steer Wrestling and Bareback Riding Shootout; 3:00 p.m. PRCA Bareback Riding Shootout with PRCA Steer Wrestling Short Go For tickets go to the WLF website at <a href="http://westernlegacyfoundation.com">westernlegacyfoundation.com</a> or call 1-866-601-5103. More information about the event can be found on the WLF website or by contacting Tif Robertson, WLF Board Member, Event Coordinator, events@tnteventmanagement.biz or 605-545-7865 or info@westernlegacyfoundation.com

By&nbsp;Back When They Bucked CommitteeDeadwood, SD - PRCA “Back When They Bucked” is back for the second year. This All-Day Rodeo is bringing an extra punch in 2022. Western Legacy Foundation is partnering with the NAJA Shriners of Deadwood for a two-day, all day rodeo event. We are looking forward to hosting this elite event again in the unique, rustic, old west setting of the Days of 76 Event Complex, Deadwood, SD, Memorial Weekend, Sunday and Monday, May 29 &amp; 30.Back When They Bucked is produced by Western Legacy Foundation (WLF) and presented by Brink Constructors, Inc. This event is designed to raise funds to support the WLF and its efforts which include college scholarships, support of community organizations, programs, and projects that enhance services and education to the public. NAJA Shrine is a fraternal organization that has been part of western South Dakota for over 125 years. They support and provide financial resources to over 750 local children to help them obtain high-quality medical care, regardless of a family’s ability to pay. To date, NAJA Shriners have helped tens of thousands of children in Western South Dakota, and altogether, Shriners have helped over 1.4 million children world-wide.This two-day event will kick off on Sunday, May 29th with the Women’s Professional Rodeo Association (WPRA) Ladies Breakaway long go. You will witness some of the fastest roping you have ever seen. The ladies will be competing for a spot in the short round that will be held during the PRCA Xtreme Bronc Riding event which will be held in the afternoon. Leading off the afternoon of rodeo action will be a South Dakota High School Rodeo Breakaway Roping and Saddle Bronc Match. The PRCA Xtreme Saddle Bronc Match, a Professional Rodeo Cowboy Association (PRCA) sanctioned event featuring “extreme bronc riding” will follow the high school event. Twenty-four cowboys will compete in the long go-round with the eight highest scores advancing to the short round. All proceeds from day one will go to the Western Legacy Foundation.Day two, Monday, May 30, will feature the PRCA Steer Wrestling long go in the morning with the fastest times moving to the short go during the afternoon performance. South Dakota High School steer wrestlers and bareback riders will kick off the afternoon, followed by the PRCA Bareback Riding Shootout and steer wrestling short go.All proceeds from day two will go to the NAJA Shriners of Deadwood. Short round cowboys will be vying for the title and prize money. Winnings from each event will count towards their earnings to advance to the Wrangler National Finals in Las Vegas, NVThe “Back When They Bucked” two-day event will feature live music and is an affordable entertainment event for all ages. The schedule of events: Sunday, May 29 – 9:00 a.m. WPRA Breakaway Long Go; 2:00 p.m. SDHS Breakaway and Saddle Bronc Shootout; 3:00 p.m. PRCA Xtreme Bronc Match with WPRA Breakaway Short Go. Monday, May 30 – 9:00 a.m. PRCA Steer Wrestling Long Go; 2:00 p.m. SDHS Steer Wrestling and Bareback Riding Shootout; 3:00 p.m. PRCA Bareback Riding Shootout with PRCA Steer Wrestling Short Go For tickets go to the WLF website at <a href="http://westernlegacyfoundation.com">westernlegacyfoundation.com</a> or call 1-866-601-5103. More information about the event can be found on the WLF website or by contacting Tif Robertson, WLF Board Member, Event Coordinator, events@tnteventmanagement.biz or 605-545-7865 or info@westernlegacyfoundation.com

'Back When They Bucked' continues for second year in Deadwood

Many can sing along to Alice Cooper’s unforgettable song lyric, School’s Out for Summer, but this also marks an important time for our kids to make fun childhood memories while walking or biking to the pool, park, or to a friend’s house. Let’s help keep them safe and healthy while enjoying these exciting outdoor activities by slowing down and paying attention as drivers share the road.

“With school out, more children will be outside. Please watch your speed, especially near playgrounds, softball &amp; baseball fields, parks, and residential areas,” said Janelle Visser, Health Educator with Panhandle Public Health District. “A child could dash into the street at any moment, pay attention and always anticipate the unexpected.”

Parents, please go over important bicycling safety tips with your kids like wearing a properly fitted helmet and making eye contact with drivers. Encourage children to look left, right, and left again before crossing the street and cross at marked intersections with a pedestrian crossing light or marked crossing, especially on busier streets and corridors.

Active Living Advisory Committees around the Panhandle are working hard to keep their sidewalks, streets, and pathways safe for walking, biking, and rolling in and around the community. To find your local committee, contact Janelle Visser at 308-487-3600 Ext. 105 or jvisser@pphd.org.

Panhandle Public Health District is working together to improve the health, safety, and quality of life for all who live, learn, work, and play in the Panhandle. Our vision is that we are a healthier and safer Panhandle Community. Visit our website www.pphd.org.

By PPHDMany can sing along to Alice Cooper’s unforgettable song lyric, School’s Out for Summer, but this also marks an important time for our kids to make fun childhood memories while walking or biking to the pool, park, or to a friend’s house. Let’s help keep them safe and healthy while enjoying these exciting outdoor activities by slowing down and paying attention as drivers share the road.“With school out, more children will be outside. Please watch your speed, especially near playgrounds, softball &amp; baseball fields, parks, and residential areas,” said Janelle Visser, Health Educator with Panhandle Public Health District. “A child could dash into the street at any moment, pay attention and always anticipate the unexpected.”Parents, please go over important bicycling safety tips with your kids like wearing a properly fitted helmet and making eye contact with drivers. Encourage children to look left, right, and left again before crossing the street and cross at marked intersections with a pedestrian crossing light or marked crossing, especially on busier streets and corridors.Active Living Advisory Committees around the Panhandle are working hard to keep their sidewalks, streets, and pathways safe for walking, biking, and rolling in and around the community. To find your local committee, contact Janelle Visser at 308-487-3600 Ext. 105 or jvisser@pphd.org.Panhandle Public Health District is working together to improve the health, safety, and quality of life for all who live, learn, work, and play in the Panhandle. Our vision is that we are a healthier and safer Panhandle Community. Visit our website www.pphd.org.

PPHD: More kids will be out and about, let’s keep them safe

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Alliance – Beginning Monday, May 16, 2022, all offices within the City Municipal Building located at 324 Laramie Avenue, with the exception of the Utility Billing Office; will be operating under their summer hours of Monday-Thursday 7:00 am – 5:00 pm, Friday 7:00 am – 1:00 pm. Hours are subject to change.

This includes the City Manager’s office, City Clerk’s office, Community Development and Human Resources. The City of Alliance Utilities Department will remain open Monday-Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.

Also beginning Monday, May 16th the Street and Water Departments will operate under their summer hours of Monday-Thursday 6:00 am – 5:00 pm, with employees on-call on Fridays.

In addition, beginning May 16th the Electric Department will operate under summer hours of Monday-Thursday 7:00 am – 5:00 pm, Friday 7:00 am – 11:00 am with two crew members on-call until 5:00 pm.

For more information, please call the City Administration Office at (308) 762-5400.

By City of Alliance&nbsp;Alliance – Beginning Monday, May 16, 2022, all offices within the City Municipal Building located at 324 Laramie Avenue, with the exception of the Utility Billing Office; will be operating under their summer hours of Monday-Thursday 7:00 am – 5:00 pm, Friday 7:00 am – 1:00 pm. Hours are subject to change.This includes the City Manager’s office, City Clerk’s office, Community Development and Human Resources. The City of Alliance Utilities Department will remain open Monday-Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.Also beginning Monday, May 16th the Street and Water Departments will operate under their summer hours of Monday-Thursday 6:00 am – 5:00 pm, with employees on-call on Fridays.In addition, beginning May 16th the Electric Department will operate under summer hours of Monday-Thursday 7:00 am – 5:00 pm, Friday 7:00 am – 11:00 am with two crew members on-call until 5:00 pm.For more information, please call the City Administration Office at (308) 762-5400.

Alliance Municipal Building offices to begin summer hours

LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — Nebraska has agreed to pay $479,000 to the family of a “talkative” Scottsbluff man who was strangled to death in 2017 by a fellow inmate who didn’t want a cellmate. 

The lawsuit filed by Terry Berry Jr.’s family against prison officials they argued were responsible for the 22-year-old’s death because they put him in the same cell as Patrick Schroeder was dismissed last week after both sides agreed to the settlement. 

Berry was nearing parole when he was placed with Schroeder who was serving a life sentence for killing a 75-year-old man. 

Schroeder later pleaded guilty to killing Berry and was sentenced to death.

By Associated PressLINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — Nebraska has agreed to pay $479,000 to the family of a “talkative” Scottsbluff man who was strangled to death in 2017 by a fellow inmate who didn’t want a cellmate. The lawsuit filed by Terry Berry Jr.’s family against prison officials they argued were responsible for the 22-year-old’s death because they put him in the same cell as Patrick Schroeder was dismissed last week after both sides agreed to the settlement. Berry was nearing parole when he was placed with Schroeder who was serving a life sentence for killing a 75-year-old man. Schroeder later pleaded guilty to killing Berry and was sentenced to death.

Nebraska to pay $479,000 to settle Scottsbluff inmate death lawsuit

PIERRE, S.D. (AP) — A man facing a possible life sentence on federal drug and money laundering charges has won the lottery in South Dakota. KELO-TV reports 45-year-old Canbie Thompson was featured on the state lottery’s website for winning $40,000 on a scratch-off ticket.

 Thompson earlier pleaded guilty to the charges which resulted from a larger Minnehaha County drug bust involving 11 pounds of methamphetamine and seven other defendants.

 According to court documents, when police pulled Thompson over last year, they found drugs in his car. 

He also admitted he was involved in a money-laundering scheme to hide drug money.

By Associated PressPIERRE, S.D. (AP) — A man facing a possible life sentence on federal drug and money laundering charges has won the lottery in South Dakota. KELO-TV reports 45-year-old Canbie Thompson was featured on the state lottery’s website for winning $40,000 on a scratch-off ticket. Thompson earlier pleaded guilty to the charges which resulted from a larger Minnehaha County drug bust involving 11 pounds of methamphetamine and seven other defendants. According to court documents, when police pulled Thompson over last year, they found drugs in his car. He also admitted he was involved in a money-laundering scheme to hide drug money.

Man facing possible life sentence is a lottery winner in SD

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP) — Strong winds and a tornado caused widespread damage in parts of the Midwest, where officials said another round of severe weather during a stormy week left three more people dead. 

Authorities say a grain bin fell onto a car Thursday in Minnesota and killed a passenger, while two people in South Dakota died as a result of severe weather. 

Winds gusted Thursday above 100 mph in parts of South Dakota, where a nursing home and school were damaged. Earlier in the week, severe weather hit Minnesota, where a storm-chasing meteorologist from Mexico City died Wednesday in a car crash. 

More storms were forecast for Friday from the Upper Great Lakes to the southern Great Plains that could bring damaging winds and hail.

By Associated PressSIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP) — Strong winds and a tornado caused widespread damage in parts of the Midwest, where officials said another round of severe weather during a stormy week left three more people dead. Authorities say a grain bin fell onto a car Thursday in Minnesota and killed a passenger, while two people in South Dakota died as a result of severe weather. Winds gusted Thursday above 100 mph in parts of South Dakota, where a nursing home and school were damaged. Earlier in the week, severe weather hit Minnesota, where a storm-chasing meteorologist from Mexico City died Wednesday in a car crash. More storms were forecast for Friday from the Upper Great Lakes to the southern Great Plains that could bring damaging winds and hail.

Severe storms blamed for 3 deaths in South Dakota, Minnesota

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP) — Authorities say the crew of a South Dakota Air National Guard F-16 fighter jet that slid off the runway while landing at a Sioux Falls airport is safe.

 The jet from the 114th Fighter Wing slid off the runway at Joe Foss Field about 2:43 p.m. 

Wednesday after returning from a routine training mission. 

 Guard officials say they are putting together an interim board to investigate the incident. 

No further information was immediately available.

By Associated PressSIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP) — Authorities say the crew of a South Dakota Air National Guard F-16 fighter jet that slid off the runway while landing at a Sioux Falls airport is safe. The jet from the 114th Fighter Wing slid off the runway at Joe Foss Field about 2:43 p.m. Wednesday after returning from a routine training mission. Emergency crews responded to the scene. Guard officials say they are putting together an interim board to investigate the incident. No further information was immediately available.

Crew safe after fighter jet slides off South Dakota runway

CHADRON – Graduating Chadron State College seniors were honored Friday during Ivy Day, a traditional event since 1919, sponsored by the Blue Key and Cardinal Key honoraries.

Ivy Day royalty elected by the student body are Queen Jori Peters of Mitchell, Neb., and King Estabon Bozeman of Los Angeles. The queen’s attendants were Abigail Klammer of Juanita, Neb., Aubree Noble of Chadron, Alexis Heller of Wisner, Neb., and Isioma Akwanamnye of Lagos, Nigeria. The king’s attendants were Jordan Orr of Ogallala, Neb., Riley Hill of Greybull, Wyo., Justin Gress of Hebron, Neb., and Kael Juelfs of Kingman, Ariz. Junior attendants to the queen candidates were Lillian Keithly, Violet Keithly, Vivian Ritzen, KhiKinoi Sayaloune, Riley Snitily, all daughters of CSC employees.

Platinum Eagle awards were presented to Klammer and Nathan Cronin of Fort Pierre, South Dakota. The award, considered the highest honor a CSC student can receive, is presented annually to one male and one female for distinguished leadership and service. Runners-up for the award were Noble and Bozeman.

Student orators were Bozeman and Akwanamnye. The faculty greeter was Dr. Ron Bolze, professor in the Applied Sciences.

The students crowned as royalty and the Platinum Eagle recipients were just some of the outstanding graduates who received accolades. Many students were recognized for their accomplishments by their academic departments, as well as those who graduated with honors.

Bassett: Megan Erickson, Outstanding Work in Pre-Medicine

Bridgeport: Rayleigh Farrenkopf, Outstanding Work in Education

Chadron: Ricki Hickstein, Outstanding Work in General Business; Robert Tiensvold, Outstanding Work in Physical Science with a Geoscience Option

Dalton: Janessa Carley, Outstanding Student in Business

Ewing: Jamie Koenig, Outstanding Work in Social Work

Gering: Kaylee Bohnsack, Outstanding Work in Health Education

Grand Island: Rebekah Pobanz, Outstanding Work in Rangeland Management&nbsp;

Juniata: Abigail Klammer, Outstanding Work in Physical Science with a Chemistry Option

Madison: Caleb Haskell, Outstanding Work in Mathematics

McCook: JoAnn Neel, Outstanding Work in Education

Minden: Rylie Cole, Outstanding Work in Art

Mitchell: Jori Peters, Clyde Bond Memorial Winner and Outstanding Pre-Law Student

Omaha: Cody Madrigal, Outstanding Work in Physical Education

Scottsbluff: Julee Marcoe, Outstanding Work in Accounting with a CPA Path; Madilyn Barraza, Outstanding Work in Education; Trevor Brunner, Outstanding Work in Psychological Sciences; Kaitlyn Hayhurst, Outstanding Work in Social Science Education Grades 7-12

Stratton: Natalie Boyd, Outstanding Legal Studies Major

Thedford: Mackenzie Dahlberg, Outstanding Work in Journalism

Huntsville, Ala.: Isna Patel, Outstanding History Major

Kingman, Ariz: Kael Juelfs, Outstanding Work in Pre-Physical Therapy

Inglewood, Calif.: Estabon Bozeman, Outstanding Work in Public Relations

Buena Vista, Colo.: Hayden McGinnis, Outstanding Work in Rangeland Management&nbsp;

Elizabeth, Colo.: Lena Aslan, Outstanding Criminal Justice Major with an Emphasis in Law Enforcement

Glenwood Springs, Colo.: Tatum Peterson, Outstanding Work in Sports and Recreation Management

Julesburg, Colo.: Chad Mikelson, Outstanding Work in Management

Sterling, Colo.: Allison Keisel, Outstanding Work in Pre-Physical Therapy

Lincoln, Ill.: Laura Otter, Outstanding Work in Psychological Sciences

Atlanta, Mich.: John Cumper, Outstanding Work in Finance

Elk River, Minn.: Kincaid Strain, Outstanding Work in Interpersonal Communication

Charleston, S.C.: Jennifer Johnson, Outstanding Work in Psychological Sciences

Black Hawk, S.D.: Skyler Eisenbraun, Outstanding Work in Psychological Sciences

Ditch Creek, S.D.: Ashtyn Blacksheep, Outstanding Work in Literature with a Creative Writing Minor

Fort Pierre, S.D.: Nathan Cronin, Outstanding Criminal Justice Major

Hermosa, S.D.: Seth Shorb, Outstanding Work in Agribusiness

Rapid City, S.D.: Kalli Quicke, Outstanding Work in Marketing

Casper, Wyo.: Kelly Thomas, Outstanding Work in Accounting

Douglas, Wyo.: Harley Rhoades, Outstanding Work in English Studies with an Emphasis in Literature

Gillette, Wyo.: Aimee Connor, Outstanding Work in Business Information System

Kemmerer, Wyo.: Angela Smith, Outstanding Work in Music Education

Lovell, Wyo.: Trysa Flood, Outstanding Work in Middle School Social Science

Newcastle, Wyo.: Rachel Henkle, Outstanding Work in Family Consumer Sciences

Lagos, Nigeria: Isioma Akwanamnye, Outstanding Work in Biomedical Research

Bayard: Shania Bozzetto, Jakob Huck, Sarah Reish

Chadron: Ricki Hickstein, Tacie Lucas, Katarina Rischling, Kylee Skinner

Scottsbluff: Trevor Brunner, Kaitlyn Hayhurst

Chadron: Drew Jersild, Denise Marcoe, Aubree Noble, Clark Riesen

By CSC COLLEGE RELATIONSCHADRON – Graduating Chadron State College seniors were honored Friday during Ivy Day, a traditional event since 1919, sponsored by the Blue Key and Cardinal Key honoraries.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/5/1652544464881.jpeg" alt="Chadron State College 2022 Ivy Day royalty, from left, attendants Alexis Heller of Wisner, Neb., Aubree Noble of Chadron, Abigail Klammer of Juanita, Neb., Isi Akwanamnye of Lagos, Nigeria, and Queen Jori Peters of Mitchell, Neb., King Estabon Bozeman of Los Angeles, attendants Kael Juelfs of Kingman, Ariz., Justin Gress of Hebron, Neb., Riley Hill of Greybull, Wyo., and Jordan Orr. (Photo by Tena L. Cook/Chadron State College)" />
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 </figure>Ivy Day royalty elected by the student body are Queen Jori Peters of Mitchell, Neb., and King Estabon Bozeman of Los Angeles. The queen’s attendants were Abigail Klammer of Juanita, Neb., Aubree Noble of Chadron, Alexis Heller of Wisner, Neb., and Isioma Akwanamnye of Lagos, Nigeria. The king’s attendants were Jordan Orr of Ogallala, Neb., Riley Hill of Greybull, Wyo., Justin Gress of Hebron, Neb., and Kael Juelfs of Kingman, Ariz. Junior attendants to the queen candidates were Lillian Keithly, Violet Keithly, Vivian Ritzen, KhiKinoi Sayaloune, Riley Snitily, all daughters of CSC employees.Platinum Eagle awards were presented to Klammer and Nathan Cronin of Fort Pierre, South Dakota. The award, considered the highest honor a CSC student can receive, is presented annually to one male and one female for distinguished leadership and service. Runners-up for the award were Noble and Bozeman.Student orators were Bozeman and Akwanamnye. The faculty greeter was Dr. Ron Bolze, professor in the Applied Sciences.The students crowned as royalty and the Platinum Eagle recipients were just some of the outstanding graduates who received accolades. Many students were recognized for their accomplishments by their academic departments, as well as those who graduated with honors.Academic AwardsNebraskaBassett: Megan Erickson, Outstanding Work in Pre-MedicineBridgeport: Rayleigh Farrenkopf, Outstanding Work in EducationChadron: Ricki Hickstein, Outstanding Work in General Business; Robert Tiensvold, Outstanding Work in Physical Science with a Geoscience OptionDalton: Janessa Carley, Outstanding Student in BusinessEwing: Jamie Koenig, Outstanding Work in Social WorkGering: Kaylee Bohnsack, Outstanding Work in Health EducationGrand Island: Rebekah Pobanz, Outstanding Work in Rangeland Management&nbsp;Juniata: Abigail Klammer, Outstanding Work in Physical Science with a Chemistry OptionMadison: Caleb Haskell, Outstanding Work in MathematicsMcCook: JoAnn Neel, Outstanding Work in EducationMinden: Rylie Cole, Outstanding Work in ArtMitchell: Jori Peters, Clyde Bond Memorial Winner and Outstanding Pre-Law StudentOmaha: Cody Madrigal, Outstanding Work in Physical EducationScottsbluff: Julee Marcoe, Outstanding Work in Accounting with a CPA Path; Madilyn Barraza, Outstanding Work in Education; Trevor Brunner, Outstanding Work in Psychological Sciences; Kaitlyn Hayhurst, Outstanding Work in Social Science Education Grades 7-12Stratton: Natalie Boyd, Outstanding Legal Studies MajorThedford: Mackenzie Dahlberg, Outstanding Work in JournalismOther States and CountriesHuntsville, Ala.: Isna Patel, Outstanding History MajorKingman, Ariz: Kael Juelfs, Outstanding Work in Pre-Physical TherapyInglewood, Calif.: Estabon Bozeman, Outstanding Work in Public RelationsBuena Vista, Colo.: Hayden McGinnis, Outstanding Work in Rangeland Management&nbsp;Elizabeth, Colo.: Lena Aslan, Outstanding Criminal Justice Major with an Emphasis in Law EnforcementGlenwood Springs, Colo.: Tatum Peterson, Outstanding Work in Sports and Recreation ManagementJulesburg, Colo.: Chad Mikelson, Outstanding Work in ManagementSterling, Colo.: Allison Keisel, Outstanding Work in Pre-Physical TherapyLincoln, Ill.: Laura Otter, Outstanding Work in Psychological SciencesAtlanta, Mich.: John Cumper, Outstanding Work in FinanceElk River, Minn.: Kincaid Strain, Outstanding Work in Interpersonal CommunicationCharleston, S.C.: Jennifer Johnson, Outstanding Work in Psychological SciencesBlack Hawk, S.D.: Skyler Eisenbraun, Outstanding Work in Psychological SciencesDitch Creek, S.D.: Ashtyn Blacksheep, Outstanding Work in Literature with a Creative Writing MinorFort Pierre, S.D.: Nathan Cronin, Outstanding Criminal Justice MajorHermosa, S.D.: Seth Shorb, Outstanding Work in AgribusinessRapid City, S.D.: Kalli Quicke, Outstanding Work in MarketingCasper, Wyo.: Kelly Thomas, Outstanding Work in AccountingDouglas, Wyo.: Harley Rhoades, Outstanding Work in English Studies with an Emphasis in LiteratureGillette, Wyo.: Aimee Connor, Outstanding Work in Business Information SystemKemmerer, Wyo.: Angela Smith, Outstanding Work in Music EducationLovell, Wyo.: Trysa Flood, Outstanding Work in Middle School Social ScienceNewcastle, Wyo.: Rachel Henkle, Outstanding Work in Family Consumer SciencesLagos, Nigeria: Isioma Akwanamnye, Outstanding Work in Biomedical ResearchHonor GraduatesSumma Cum LaudeNebraskaAshby: Ashley AndersonBayard: Shania Bozzetto, Jakob Huck, Sarah ReishBeaver City: Beth FisherBrady: Rebecca StearnsChadron: Ricki Hickstein, Tacie Lucas, Katarina Rischling, Kylee SkinnerDalton: Janessa CarleyEwing: Jamie KoenigGering: Kaylee BohnsackGrand Island: Rebekah PobanzGrant: Andrea LeeHastings: Daria DartJuniata: Abigail KlammerLisco: Megan DormannMitchell: Jori PetersMullen: Shayna StichkaScottsbluff: Trevor Brunner, Kaitlyn HayhurstStratton: Natalie BoydThedford: Mackenzie DahlbergWisner: Alexis HellerOther States and CountriesBuena Vista, Colo.: Hayden McGinnisColorado Springs, Colo.: Laura ClayElizabeth, Colo.: Lena AslanSterling, Colo.: Allison KeiselLincoln, Ill.: Laura OtterMulvane, Kan.: Amanda WellsAtlanta, Mich.: John CumperBroadus, Mont.: Andrea SwensonAlbuquerque, N.M.: Rebekah RodriguezBlack Hawk, S.D.: Skyler EisenbraunFort Pierre, S.D.: Nathan CroninRapid City, S.D.: Shayna KintighCasper, Wyo.: Kelly ThomasCheyenne, Wyo.: Rebecca MonahanLovell, Wyo.: Trysa FloodNewcastle, Wyo.: Melody NorrisSheridan, Wyo.: Destiny ParkMagna Cum LaudeNebraskaBassett: Megan EricksonBurwell: Faith SimonChadron: Drew Jersild, Denise Marcoe, Aubree Noble, Clark RiesenGrand Island: Ruth MenciaHebron: Justin GressMcCool Junction: William HallMinatare: Gilbert Rodriguez IIOmaha: Cody Madrigal, Harrison PerchalOrchard: Jessica ShaverRandolph: McKinna FaulkenberryValentine: Chad McPeak, Grace RobisonOther States and CountriesHuntsville, Ala.: Isna PatelKingman, Ariz.: Kael JuelfsDenver, Colo.: Kendal JohnsonWichita, Kan.: Tia KohlEdgemont, S.D.: Jessica TubbsHermosa, S.D.: Seth ShorbRapid City, S.D.: Jacob LarsonSpearfish, S.D.: Stran HolbenCheyenne, Wyo.: Mia MacDonaldGillette, Wyo.: Madison Carter, Aimee ConnerGreybull, Wyo.: Riley HillHulett, Wyo.: Devin HodgesKemmerer, Wyo.: Angela SmithNewcastle, Wyo.: Rachel HenkleSheridan, Wyo.: Ashlyn DuncanAddis Ababa, Ethiopia: Meron AmehaCum LaudeNebraskaAllen: Nathan BauschCrawford: Kristin Van BeekDix: Jaden MohrFairbury: Trent GrizzleHay Springs: Robert DeaverHebron: Brendan FangmeierImperial: Scott WheelerKenesaw: Teya SiddersMcCook: Cassiddy BeebyMitchell: Olivia TrimblePlattsmouth: Josslyn LinseWausa: Thea RosbergWilcox: Paige TwohigOther States and CountriesBrush, Colo.: Erica DardanesGlenwood Springs, Colo.: Tatum PetersonHighlands Ranch, Colo.: Camryn KleinMilliken, Colo.: Dylan KoretkoCuster, S.D.: Julianne ThomsenRapid City, S.D.: George JohnsonWessington Springs, S.D.: Sierra BrodkorbMidwest, Wyo.: Hannah ChapmanNewcastle, Wyo.: Arianna AndersonSundance, Wyo.: Gabrielle VelderDessie, Ethiopia: Imran AyeleLagos, Nigeria: Isioma Akwanamnye

CSC seniors receive honors at Ivy Day

LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — Nebraska collected more tax revenue than projected in April and is still well ahead of expectations for the current fiscal year. 

The state Department of Revenue reported net April tax receipts of $939 million, which is 66.7% above the official state forecast of $563 million.

 The numbers are often higher in April as taxpayers file their returns. 

Net sales-and-use taxes were slightly below the forecast, while net indivdual and corporate incomes taxes and net miscellaneous taxes all came in higher than predicted. 

Nebraska has collected $5.153 billion in the current fiscal year that ends on June 30. 

That’s 11.1% above the official forecast of $4.637 billion.

By Associated PressLINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — Nebraska collected more tax revenue than projected in April and is still well ahead of expectations for the current fiscal year. The state Department of Revenue reported net April tax receipts of $939 million, which is 66.7% above the official state forecast of $563 million. The numbers are often higher in April as taxpayers file their returns. Net sales-and-use taxes were slightly below the forecast, while net indivdual and corporate incomes taxes and net miscellaneous taxes all came in higher than predicted. Nebraska has collected $5.153 billion in the current fiscal year that ends on June 30. That’s 11.1% above the official forecast of $4.637 billion.

Nebraska tax collections beat expectations in April

POST PODCAST: Coffee Talk 5/13/22

Below are Primary Election results in Box Butte County.&nbsp;

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BROKEN BOW, NEB.&nbsp; — The Nebraska State Patrol, with assistance from the Custer County Sheriff’s Office and Broken Bow Police Department, is investigating a suspected murder-suicide that occurred overnight.

By Nebraska State Patrol&nbsp;BROKEN BOW, NEB.&nbsp; — The Nebraska State Patrol, with assistance from the Custer County Sheriff’s Office and Broken Bow Police Department, is investigating a suspected murder-suicide that occurred overnight.At approximately 1:45 a.m. Friday, NSP was requested by local law enforcement to investigate a homicide in Broken Bow. The victim, Angie Miller, 45, was located deceased inside her home in the 800 block of N. 13th&nbsp;Street in Broken Bow.Investigators developed a suspect, identified as Ryan Miller, 47, who was the ex-husband of Angie Miller. Investigators learned of a location near Anselmo where Ryan Miller often went. At approximately 4:45 a.m., troopers located Miller in a pasture at that location near Anselmo. Miller was found deceased from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound.This is an ongoing investigation. If you have any information relevant to this investigation, please contact the Nebraska State Patrol at 308-535-8270.

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