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CHADRON – Chadron State College Phi Beta Lambda (PBL) members won 28 awards at the annual Nebraska State Leadership Conference in March in Kearney. Student attendees were Ryan Sparrow, Drew Kurtenbach, Markus Ramsey, Makenna Cormack, Aubree Noble, Phillip Soto, Andrew Avila, Logan Parde, Allison Schneider, and Trevin Hanson. Swaranga Fernando competed online.

The CSC chapter won first place for Largest Percent Increase in Membership. Individual first place winners include Schneider in Business Law, Kurtenbach, Sparrow, and Ramsey in Global Analysis and Decision Making,&nbsp;Soto, Avila, and Noble in Integrated Marketing Campaign, Parde in Microeconomics, Schneider in Organizational Behavior and Leadership, and Noble in Project Management and Social Media Marketing.

All those who placed in the top four in their categories will advance to the national PBL competition in Chicago in June.

Kurtenbach, president of the CSC chapter, said the conference was successful.

“This was our first in-person competition in two years, and for a lot of our members, their first-ever PBL competition. Everyone competed at a high level, and I was so proud of how well our chapter did,” Kurtenbach said. Noble, who has been involved with FBLA and PBL for eight years, said the conference was a good experience.

“It was amazing to network and make new friends, see some old ones, and leave with three first-place awards. I’m forever grateful for PBL and looking forward to one last national competition this summer in Chicago,” Noble said.

Accounting Principles: 3, Fernando, and 4, Parde

Global Analysis and Decision Making: 1, Kurtenbach, Sparrow, and Ramsey

Integrated Marketing Campaign: 1, Soto, Avila, and Noble

Largest Percent Increase in Membership: 1, Chapter Award

Management Analysis and Decision Making: 2, Kurtenbach, Schneider and Parde

Marketing Analysis and Decision Making: 3, Kurtenbach

Marketing Concepts, 4, Kurtenbach Microeconomics: 1, Parde

Organizational Behavior and Leadership: 1, Schneider, 5, Fernando

Retail Management: 3, Schneider, 5, Hanson

Sports Management and Marketing: 2, Ramsey

Strategic Analysis and Decision Making: 2, Noble

By CSC COLLEGE RELATIONSCHADRON – Chadron State College Phi Beta Lambda (PBL) members won 28 awards at the annual Nebraska State Leadership Conference in March in Kearney. Student attendees were Ryan Sparrow, Drew Kurtenbach, Markus Ramsey, Makenna Cormack, Aubree Noble, Phillip Soto, Andrew Avila, Logan Parde, Allison Schneider, and Trevin Hanson. Swaranga Fernando competed online.<figure>
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 </figure>The CSC chapter won first place for Largest Percent Increase in Membership. Individual first place winners include Schneider in Business Law, Kurtenbach, Sparrow, and Ramsey in Global Analysis and Decision Making,&nbsp;Soto, Avila, and Noble in Integrated Marketing Campaign, Parde in Microeconomics, Schneider in Organizational Behavior and Leadership, and Noble in Project Management and Social Media Marketing.All those who placed in the top four in their categories will advance to the national PBL competition in Chicago in June.Kurtenbach, president of the CSC chapter, said the conference was successful.“This was our first in-person competition in two years, and for a lot of our members, their first-ever PBL competition. Everyone competed at a high level, and I was so proud of how well our chapter did,” Kurtenbach said. Noble, who has been involved with FBLA and PBL for eight years, said the conference was a good experience.“It was amazing to network and make new friends, see some old ones, and leave with three first-place awards. I’m forever grateful for PBL and looking forward to one last national competition this summer in Chicago,” Noble said.CSC ResultsAccounting Principles: 3, Fernando, and 4, PardeBusiness Law: 1, SchneiderComputer Concepts: 5, CormackCyber Security: 2, CormackGlobal Analysis and Decision Making: 1, Kurtenbach, Sparrow, and RamseyInformation Management: 3, CormackIntegrated Marketing Campaign: 1, Soto, Avila, and NobleJustice Administration: 2, SchneiderLargest Percent Increase in Membership: 1, Chapter AwardMacroeconomics: 3, PardeManagement Analysis and Decision Making: 2, Kurtenbach, Schneider and PardeMarketing Analysis and Decision Making: 3, KurtenbachMarketing Concepts, 4, Kurtenbach Microeconomics: 1, PardeOrganizational Behavior and Leadership: 1, Schneider, 5, FernandoPersonal Finance: 3, PardeProject Management: 1, NoblePublic Speaking: 2, RamseyRetail Management: 3, Schneider, 5, HansonSocial Media Marketing: 1, NobleSports Management and Marketing: 2, RamseyStrategic Analysis and Decision Making: 2, NobleStrategic Management: 2, Soto and NobleWebsite Design: 3, NobleWho’s Who in PBL: Nominee, Kurtenbach

Chadron PBL members win 28 awards at State Leadership Conference

By SCOTT CARLSON North Platte Post

OGALLALA, Neb.-Officials with the City of Ogallala are taking a proactive approach to the wildfire season, canceling their public fireworks display and banning the discharge of fireworks within the city limits.

Officials announced this morning that the public fireworks display slated for July 4 will not take place.&nbsp;

Officials also said that the discharge of fireworks within the city limits will not be allowed. Typically, residents are allowed to discharge fireworks from June 25 to July 4.

Residents who made donations to the public fireworks display can request a refund in writing at:&nbsp;

City of Ogallala Jane Skinner &nbsp;411 East 2nd Street &nbsp;Ogallala, NE 69153

Donations made will carryover to the next public fireworks display if refunds are not requested.

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Ogallala cancels public fireworks display, prohibits discharge in city limits

From the National Weather Service-North Platte

There is a Marginal Risk for severe thunderstorms across central and western Nebraska this weekend.

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By Patricia Jones, Alliance Poverty Task Force

Language use is a critical component of relationships, success in school and work, and survival in our society. People in poverty, especially emotional poverty, often have difficulty negotiating different situations because of the language barriers they face.

The voice we use affects our ability to communicate. The Bridges Out of Poverty materials identify three voices: the child voice, the parent voice, and the adult voice. Each voice has positive and negative versions, and we all use each of them at some point. The goal is to move people, especially those who work in agencies, schools, or government, to a positive adult voice. The secondary goal is to teach clients how to use the adult voice to advocate for their needs and to resolve conflicts.

The child voice can be playful, spontaneous, and curious. However, it can also be whining, defensive, emotional, or victimized. When conflicts occur, we see strongly negative nonverbal behavior like tantrums or physical aggression. If you are hearing phrases like “You don’t love me,” “I hate you,” “___ made me do it,” “It’s your fault,” “You’re ugly,” then you are hearing the child voice. These phrases are based on conflict, emotion, and attempts to manipulate.

The parent voice can be authoritative, firm, calm, and supportive. However, it can also be judgmental, demanding, punitive, or blaming. Comments might include “That’s stupid,” “Why can’t you be like ___?” “Life’s not fair,” “If you weren’t so ___, then this wouldn’t have happened,” “Because I said so,” “You are worthless” – or good, or beautiful, or bad – or any judgmental comment. The parent voice is usually loving and supportive. But during conflicts these kinds of phrases create barriers and make it difficult to work through problems. They can be accompanied by physical actions that are meant to be punitive.

The adult voice is non-judgmental, factual, and free of negative nonverbals; but it is often seen as being uncaring or unempathetic. The adult voice involves asking questions in order to reach a win-win situation. “What are the choices/options we have?” “How can we resolve this problem?” “I am comfortable/uncomfortable with ___.” “This is the consequence of that action.” You might even hear “We’ll have to agree to disagree.”

In dysfunctional families or relationships, there are often only two voices: the negative child voice and the negative parent voice.

In work situations, supervisors who talk to other adults using the negative parent voice create morale problems and decrease productivity. Employees, especially those experiencing poverty, often quit.

Conflict resolution requires that we use the adult voice and formal register. We ask questions for understanding. And we focus on the issue and not the person.

Our agencies, schools, businesses, and offices tend to use the parent voice. We often want to control the situation and make demands, and we are frequently judgmental. In the Bridges Out of Poverty program that will be held in Alliance on June 9, we will learn more about how to achieve a well-developed adult voice.

Bridges Out of Poverty programs are designed to help professionals and communities develop strategies for dealing with the issues that separate social and economic classes, like the issues of language. Bridges Out of Poverty programs have transformed schools, agencies, and communities throughout America.

Bridges: Community Lens will be held in the Alliance High School commons area on Thursday, June 9, 9:00-3:00. The workshop will help community sectors in planning how to better meet the needs of those in poverty.

Register at panhandlepartnership.com/events. Your $45 registration fee includes refreshments and lunch. If you are requesting a scholarship or paying for a group of people, please email connor.wilburn@panhandlepartnership.com and ask Connor to handle your registration.

Please join us as we work to apply this research in our area.

By Patricia Jones, Alliance Poverty Task ForceCHILD, PARENT, AND ADULT VOICELanguage use is a critical component of relationships, success in school and work, and survival in our society. People in poverty, especially emotional poverty, often have difficulty negotiating different situations because of the language barriers they face.The voice we use affects our ability to communicate. The Bridges Out of Poverty materials identify three voices: the child voice, the parent voice, and the adult voice. Each voice has positive and negative versions, and we all use each of them at some point. The goal is to move people, especially those who work in agencies, schools, or government, to a positive adult voice. The secondary goal is to teach clients how to use the adult voice to advocate for their needs and to resolve conflicts.The child voice can be playful, spontaneous, and curious. However, it can also be whining, defensive, emotional, or victimized. When conflicts occur, we see strongly negative nonverbal behavior like tantrums or physical aggression. If you are hearing phrases like “You don’t love me,” “I hate you,” “___ made me do it,” “It’s your fault,” “You’re ugly,” then you are hearing the child voice. These phrases are based on conflict, emotion, and attempts to manipulate.The parent voice can be authoritative, firm, calm, and supportive. However, it can also be judgmental, demanding, punitive, or blaming. Comments might include “That’s stupid,” “Why can’t you be like ___?” “Life’s not fair,” “If you weren’t so ___, then this wouldn’t have happened,” “Because I said so,” “You are worthless” – or good, or beautiful, or bad – or any judgmental comment. The parent voice is usually loving and supportive. But during conflicts these kinds of phrases create barriers and make it difficult to work through problems. They can be accompanied by physical actions that are meant to be punitive.The adult voice is non-judgmental, factual, and free of negative nonverbals; but it is often seen as being uncaring or unempathetic. The adult voice involves asking questions in order to reach a win-win situation. “What are the choices/options we have?” “How can we resolve this problem?” “I am comfortable/uncomfortable with ___.” “This is the consequence of that action.” You might even hear “We’ll have to agree to disagree.”In dysfunctional families or relationships, there are often only two voices: the negative child voice and the negative parent voice.In work situations, supervisors who talk to other adults using the negative parent voice create morale problems and decrease productivity. Employees, especially those experiencing poverty, often quit.Conflict resolution requires that we use the adult voice and formal register. We ask questions for understanding. And we focus on the issue and not the person.Our agencies, schools, businesses, and offices tend to use the parent voice. We often want to control the situation and make demands, and we are frequently judgmental. In the Bridges Out of Poverty program that will be held in Alliance on June 9, we will learn more about how to achieve a well-developed adult voice.Bridges Out of Poverty programs are designed to help professionals and communities develop strategies for dealing with the issues that separate social and economic classes, like the issues of language. Bridges Out of Poverty programs have transformed schools, agencies, and communities throughout America.Bridges: Community Lens will be held in the Alliance High School commons area on Thursday, June 9, 9:00-3:00. The workshop will help community sectors in planning how to better meet the needs of those in poverty.Register at panhandlepartnership.com/events. Your $45 registration fee includes refreshments and lunch. If you are requesting a scholarship or paying for a group of people, please email connor.wilburn@panhandlepartnership.com and ask Connor to handle your registration.Please join us as we work to apply this research in our area.

Poverty In Our Area: Child, parent, and adult voice

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POST PODCAST: Coffee Talk 5/4/22

NORTH PLATTE, Neb.-A North Platte man is in jail after a police officer was injured while arresting him on domestic violence allegations.

According to police, on May 2 at around 9:21 a.m., officers responded to the report of an assault in the 600 block of E. 4th St.

Officers arrived and met with a victim who reported they had been assaulted by Jonathan Alsip, 34.

The victim told officers they had been attacked by Alsip who approached them from behind and struck them several times in the face and neck. Police said officers observed redness in the area that corroborated the victim's account.

Officers attempted to locate Alsip but were unable to.

On May 3, at around 3:48 p.m., officers responded to the report of a suspicious person in the 400 block of E. 6th St.

Officers arrived and found Alsip in the area.

As officers attempted to take him into custody on the domestic violence allegations, police said Alsip fled and officers pursued him.

Police said Alsip continued to struggle with officers who deployed a Taser. Alsip was then taken into custody and transported to the Lincoln County Detention Center on suspicion of domestic assault, assault on a police officer, and resisting arrest.

Police said one of the arresting officers suffered minor injuries during the altercation.

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 </figure>By SCOTT CARLSON North Platte PostNORTH PLATTE, Neb.-A North Platte man is in jail after a police officer was injured while arresting him on domestic violence allegations.According to police, on May 2 at around 9:21 a.m., officers responded to the report of an assault in the 600 block of E. 4th St.Officers arrived and met with a victim who reported they had been assaulted by Jonathan Alsip, 34.The victim told officers they had been attacked by Alsip who approached them from behind and struck them several times in the face and neck. Police said officers observed redness in the area that corroborated the victim's account.Officers attempted to locate Alsip but were unable to.On May 3, at around 3:48 p.m., officers responded to the report of a suspicious person in the 400 block of E. 6th St.Officers arrived and found Alsip in the area.As officers attempted to take him into custody on the domestic violence allegations, police said Alsip fled and officers pursued him.Police said Alsip continued to struggle with officers who deployed a Taser. Alsip was then taken into custody and transported to the Lincoln County Detention Center on suspicion of domestic assault, assault on a police officer, and resisting arrest.Police said one of the arresting officers suffered minor injuries during the altercation.

North Platte officer injured arresting domestic violence suspect

Items on the agenda of the 5/3/22 Alliance City Council meeting are discussed.

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POST PODCAST: Alliance City Manager Seth Sorenson

Hot Springs, SD — Fall River Health Services continues to invest in their employees and encourages growth and leadership in their patient care. For the academic year, 2022-2023, FRHS Board of Directors, has awarded five Build Dakota Scholarships to their current staff who are anxious to expand their career opportunities in healthcare at FRHS.

The five recipients in 2022 who received scholarships through the State of S.D., “Build Dakota Scholarship” program in either the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) programs are:

• Josh Williamson, C.N.A (Not pictured in photo.)

As part of the South Dakota’s technical schools Dakota Build Scholarship, FRHS understands that the healthcare industry is one of the most reliable professional fields in the nation. The programs that Build Dakota Scholarship program supports, lead careers that offer fulfilling responsibilities and exciting opportunities

Tonya Bloom, current LPN at FRHS, commented, “This award is very beneficial in helping me achieve my goal and dream of becoming an RN. I have been employed at FRHS for eighteen and a half years, starting out as a CNA and moved up to an LPN. I no longer want to be limited in my field of nursing. I want to give back to the facility and community.” Bloom will soon begin the RN degree program at Western Dakota Tech in Rapid City.

The Build Dakota Scholarship program awards a two-year scholarship to pay for the two-year technical degree in nursing as the recipient becomes an LPN or RN to continue their work at the FRHS facility in South Dakota. This program is to assist the State of SD in training hard to fill positions and keeping&nbsp; those who have been trained, for a minimum of three years in South Dakota after graduation. Upon graduation, the dedicated recipients will work a minimum of three years full-time at FRHS.

The healthcare industry revolves around caring for others. FRHS is passionate about helping their staff grow and the patient care they provide for their community by providing these scholarships on an annual basis. 


For further information on the Dakota Build Scholarship program please visit <a href="http://www.builddakotascholarships.com">www.builddakotascholarships.com</a>

By Fall River Health ServicesHot Springs, SD — Fall River Health Services continues to invest in their employees and encourages growth and leadership in their patient care. For the academic year, 2022-2023, FRHS Board of Directors, has awarded five Build Dakota Scholarships to their current staff who are anxious to expand their career opportunities in healthcare at FRHS.The five recipients in 2022 who received scholarships through the State of S.D., “Build Dakota Scholarship” program in either the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) programs are:• Tonya Bloom, LPN• Johanna Corriea, C.N.A• Seth Simunek, C.N.A• Amber Dennett, C.N.A• Josh Williamson, C.N.A (Not pictured in photo.)<figure>
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 </figure>As part of the South Dakota’s technical schools Dakota Build Scholarship, FRHS understands that the healthcare industry is one of the most reliable professional fields in the nation. The programs that Build Dakota Scholarship program supports, lead careers that offer fulfilling responsibilities and exciting opportunitiesTonya Bloom, current LPN at FRHS, commented, “This award is very beneficial in helping me achieve my goal and dream of becoming an RN. I have been employed at FRHS for eighteen and a half years, starting out as a CNA and moved up to an LPN. I no longer want to be limited in my field of nursing. I want to give back to the facility and community.” Bloom will soon begin the RN degree program at Western Dakota Tech in Rapid City.The Build Dakota Scholarship program awards a two-year scholarship to pay for the two-year technical degree in nursing as the recipient becomes an LPN or RN to continue their work at the FRHS facility in South Dakota. This program is to assist the State of SD in training hard to fill positions and keeping&nbsp; those who have been trained, for a minimum of three years in South Dakota after graduation. Upon graduation, the dedicated recipients will work a minimum of three years full-time at FRHS.The healthcare industry revolves around caring for others. FRHS is passionate about helping their staff grow and the patient care they provide for their community by providing these scholarships on an annual basis. 
For further information on the Dakota Build Scholarship program please visit <a href="http://www.builddakotascholarships.com">www.builddakotascholarships.com</a>

Fall River Health Services awards 5 in-house scholarships

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CHADRON – Chadron State College undergraduate and graduate candidates will be honored in a combined ceremony Saturday at 10 a.m. in the Chicoine Center. Nebraska State College System Chancellor&nbsp;<a href="https://www.csc.edu/news/story.csc?article=12675" target="_blank">Dr. Paul D. Turman</a>&nbsp;will be the speaker for the event. It will also be broadcast online at&nbsp;<a href="https://rmacnetwork.com/chadronstate/" target="_blank">CSC Live</a>.

Following is the list of candidates by degree, beginning with graduate students. Home addresses are provided by the students.

Undergraduate candidates who have earned academic honors are designated as: ***Summa cum laude, 3.9-4.0 GPA, **Magna cum laude, 3.75-3.89 GPA, *Cum laude, 3.6-3.74 GPA

Scottsbluff: Amanda Hadenfeldt, Tiandra Lozoya

Delma Richard Church Jr., Hamptonville, N.C.

Master of Science in Organizational Management

Allen: Nathan Bausch*, Autumn Hoff, Rachel Schoeneman

Chadron: Zachary Carattini, Ricki Hickstein***, Denita Julius, Denise Marcoe**, Aubree Noble**, Clark Riesen**

By CSC COLLEGE RELATIONSCHADRON – Chadron State College undergraduate and graduate candidates will be honored in a combined ceremony Saturday at 10 a.m. in the Chicoine Center. Nebraska State College System Chancellor&nbsp;<a href="https://www.csc.edu/news/story.csc?article=12675" target="_blank">Dr. Paul D. Turman</a>&nbsp;will be the speaker for the event. It will also be broadcast online at&nbsp;<a href="https://rmacnetwork.com/chadronstate/" target="_blank">CSC Live</a>.Following is the list of candidates by degree, beginning with graduate students. Home addresses are provided by the students.Undergraduate candidates who have earned academic honors are designated as: ***Summa cum laude, 3.9-4.0 GPA, **Magna cum laude, 3.75-3.89 GPA, *Cum laude, 3.6-3.74 GPAMaster of Arts in EducationNebraskaAlliance: Christine Jelinek, Julie WeemsChadron: Eric CalkinsDavid City: Kiley McGillElmwood: Heather BornemeierHastings: Courtney BenscoterNebraska City: Sarah KnutsonNewman Grove: Angie FlinnNorth Bend: Elizabeth WessOgallala: Makayla CrawfordOrchard: Cierra MortenPierce: Alissa HoffmannScottsbluff: Amanda Hadenfeldt, Tiandra LozoyaWyomingGillette: Clifford TooleNewcastle: Channing JonsRock Springs: Kaylee TuttleSaratoga: Heather OxfordSheridan: Donald ClabaughTorrington: James BedientWheatland: Kara SandlianOther States and CountriesMichael Welge, Anchorage, AlaskaKristin Decker, Denver, Colo.Kinsley Mason, Loveland, Colo.Delma Richard Church Jr., Hamptonville, N.C.Andrew Jensen, Wakonda, S.D.Darren Benson, Vancouver, Wash.Joshua Hudson, Stafford, UKMaster of Business AdministrationNebraskaAlliance: Jordan MakChadron: Dana Muenchau, Darla ReedChadron: Kaci WaughGordon: Kris BoardmanPapillion: Thomas TownsendOther States and CountriesBimal Sah, Medford, Mass.Katharine Impellizzeri, Ann Arbor, Mich.Uchechukwu Enefazu-Ossai, Lagos, NigeriaStephen Murdock, Erie, Pa.Brandi Ferguson, Hill City, S.D.Leslie tenBensel, Piedmont, S.D.Swaranga Fernando, Colombo, Sri LankaAnastasia Hoogland, Austin, TexasJustin Williamson, New Braunfels, TexasTucker Allison, Moorcroft, Wyo.Master of EducationNebraskaBroken Bow: Karly MackCarleton: Garrett ZouchaElsie: Cherie McClintockFremont: Alexandria GillHarrisburg: Karen ValdesOsceola: Jenna MattoxScottsbluff: Megan RustSidney: Jeffery Lee Maddox IIWallace: Jolene ChristnerOther States and CountriesTimmi Keisel, Sterling, Colo.Patricia Miller, Newcastle, Wyo.Alondra Munoz, Newcastle, Wyo.Master of Science in Organizational ManagementNebraskaMallory Morrell, Arthur, Neb.Alexandria Nobiling, Chadron, Neb.Joseph Ritzen, Chadron, Neb.Nicholas Bibb, Gering, Neb.Amy Nelson, Kimball, Neb.Other States and CountriesAllison Curtis, Longmont, Colo.Travis Wilson, Fresno, Calif.Carolyn Ferguson, Rockaway, N.J.Zoe Anderson, Hot Springs, S.D.Bachelor of Applied ScienceEva Oliver, Merriman, Neb.Rebekah Rodriguez***, Albuquerque, N.M.Christopher Greco, Berwick, Pa.Marissa Hassinger, Jersey Shore, Pa.Julie Kesner, Rapid City, S.D.Jeremiah Luna, San Diego, TexasBachelor of ArtsNebraskaAllen: Nathan Bausch*, Autumn Hoff, Rachel SchoenemanAuburn: Johnnie GillBayard: Jakob Huck***Beaver City: Ana Salinas MunizBig Springs: Caprice BrownBridgeport: Kassandra MarxBroadwater: Mariah MulveyBroken Bow: Caleb SmithBurwell: Tyler GideonChadron: Zachary Carattini, Ricki Hickstein***, Denita Julius, Denise Marcoe**, Aubree Noble**, Clark Riesen**Crawford: Aydin GarvinDalton: Janessa Carley***Elwood: Ethan WoehrleEwing: Jamie Koenig***Gordon: Jarrod PaulGrand Island: Ruth Mencia**Hay Springs: Robert Deaver*, Wesley TlustosHemingford: Ethan SkinnerHyannis: Alyssa HamptonImperial: Amber StumpffMcCook: Cassiddy Beeby*, Kaleb TaylorMinatare: Gilbert Rodriguez II**Minden: Rylie ColeMitchell: Emily Garl, Jori Peters***Mullen: Shayna Stichka***North Bend: Ashley WegnerNorth Platte: Kelsey Dailey, Tacie Lucas***Omaha: Harrison Perchal**, Hannah Rodgers, Sarah RodgersOrchard: Jessica Shaver**Paxton: Rebecca WhitePlattsmouth: Christina HansonRockville: Kimberly BarentRushville: Amanda HotzScottsbluff: Trevor Brunner***, Cynthia Clark, Nicholas Foote, Mason RamigSidney: Carissa RadtkeStratton: Natalie Boyd***Thedford: Mackenzie Dahlberg***Valentine: Amos UtechtWilcox: Paige Twohig*CaliforniaBakersfield: Miranda VasquezFresno: Bobby PeeleGardena: Alexander RossInglewood: Estabon BozemanLos Angeles: Richard Lee Harbor III, Loran MaldonadoOceanside: Gabrielle RussellTemecula: Cole CondonColoradoAurora: Nicolle Baquet, Donovan Modisett-Staats, Maurice WyattBrighton: Emma BolyardBrush: Erica Dardanes*, Estefanie Estupinan VegaColorado Springs: Laura Clay***, CJ Jennings, Damien ZunigaDenver: Tyreek Bryant, Kendal Johnson**, Juan SanchezElizabeth: Lena Aslan***Fort Morgan: Kandice KnappGlenwood Springs: Tatum Peterson*Greeley: Aracely HernandezHighlands Ranch: Tayven BrayJohnstown: Brock VothJulesburg: Brennan EhmkeLakewood: Peyton ProppParachute: Kayla FredrichSterling: Jessica PetersonYuma: Avery WhiteheadSouth DakotaBlack Hawk: Skyler Eisenbraun***Box Elder: Andrew CorbineFort Pierre: Nathan Cronin***Hermosa: Seth Shorb**Hot Springs: Samuel LaRive, Alex MerchenKadoka: Patrick BrownMitchell: Allison MillerPorcupine: Clancy CliffordRapid City: Jacob Larson**, Kalli QuickeSpearfish: Keithan Funk, Reece WalnoSummerset: Jessica PekronWessington Springs: Sierra Brodkorb*WyomingCasper: Kelly Thomas***Cheyenne: Mia MacDonald**, Rebecca Monahan***Gillete: Madison Carter**, Aimee Conner**, Amanda WoodLander: William AtnipLusk: Miranda GilkeyMountain View: Bailey LupherNewcastle: Arianna Anderson*, Teigen Marchant, Melody Norris***Pine Bluffs: Ishmael DePaulitteOther States and CountriesIsna Patel**, Huntsville, Ala.Kathryn Clark, Munford, Ala.Jahani Wright, Miami Gardens, Fla.Laura Otter***, Lincoln, Ill.Tia Kohl**, Wichita, Kan.John Cumper***, Atlanta, Mich.Kincaid Strain, Elk River, Minn.Semiah Reed, Newark, N.J.Justin Calderon, Levittown, N.Y.Crystal Protsman, Van Wert, OhioNicholas Minich, Wilkes Barre, Pa.Steven Demetrius Allen II, Koxville, Tenn.Kassidee Lind, Bow, Wash.Meron Ameha**, Addis Ababa, EthiopiaElham Zeinuddin, Addis Ababa, EthiopiaImran Ayele*, Dessie, EthiopiaMohannad Alhusaini, Amman, JordanBachelor of ScienceNebraskaAlliance: Hannah KorteBassett: Megan Erickson**Chadron: Drew Jersild**, Renee Redfern, Kylee Skinner***Chambers: Kenade TomjackCrawford: Kristin Van Beek*Dix: Jaden Mohr*Gering: Brandon WallaceGrand Island: Rebekah Pobanz***Hebron: Brendan Fangmeier*Hebron: Justin Gress**Imperial: Scott Wheeler*Juniata: Abigail Klammer***Kenesaw: Teya Sidders*Lincoln: Sydney SettlesOgallala: Jordan OrrPlattsmouth: Josslyn Linse*Randolph: McKinna Faulkenberry**Valentine: Chad McPeak**, Grace Robison**Wausa: Thea Rosberg*Wisner: Alexis Heller***Other States and CountriesKael Juelfs**, Kingman, Ariz.Hayden McGinnis***, Buena Vista, Colo.Camryn Klein*, Highlands Ranch, Colo.Allison Keisel***, Sterling, Colo.Timothy May, Rapid City, S.D.Stran Holben**, Spearfish, S.D.Riley Hill**, Greybull, Wyo.Andrea Pfeil, Moorcroft, Wyo.Isioma Akwanamnye*, Lagos, NigeriaBachelor of Science in EducationNebraskaAlliance: Kaitlin FailorAshby: Ashley Anderson***Bayard: Shania Bozzetto***, Sarah Reish***Beaver City: Beth Fisher***Brady: Rebecca Stearns***Burwell: Faith Simon**Chadron: Katarina Rischling***Chappell: Dane McConnellFairbury: Trent Grizzle*Gering: Kaylee Bohnsack***Grant: Andrea Lee***Hastings: Daria Dart***Lisco: Megan Dormann***Maxwell: Tallyn SimpsonMcCool Junction: William Hall**Mitchell: Olivia Trimble*Morrill: Kaitlin HowellNiobrara: Penny ReynoldsNorth Platte: Juwan OrtizOdell: Paige VitoshOmaha: Cody Madrigal**Osmond: Catherine WilliamsSaint Paul: Megan LuchtScottsbluff: Rebecca DeWitt, Kyeisha Garza, Kaitlyn Hayhurst***, Blake NikontTecumseh: Emily RetchlessValentine: Kara BrashearsSouth DakotaBox Elder: Cassie HamerCuster: Julianne Thomsen*Edgemont: Jessica Tubbs**Rapid City: George Johnson*, Shayna Kintigh***WyomingHulett: Devin Hodges**Kemmerer: Angela Smith**Lovell: Trysa Flood***Midwest: Hannah Chapman*Newcastle: Rachel Henkle**Sheridan: Ashlyn Duncan**, Destiny Park***Sundance: Gabrielle Velder*Torrington: Stacy BakerOther States and CountriesCody Paul, La Palma, Calif.Dylan Koretko*, Milliken, Colo.Jordyn Brann, Wellington, Colo.Amanda Wells***, Mulvane, Kan.Andrea Swenson***, Broadus, Mont.

Chadron State College Commencement set for Saturday

The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission is looking to provide additional hunting and fishing opportunities on private lands through its Open Fields and Waters Program.

Landowners willing to allow public, walk-in access for hunting or fishing can receive annual, per-acre payments through the program. Participating landowners are afforded liability protection through the Nebraska Recreational Liability Act. Additional financial incentives often are available for habitat improvements, such as Conservation Reserve Program enrollment or management upgrades.

Game and Parks primarily is seeking to add the following types of enrollments, but all properties offering high-quality hunting or fishing opportunities will be considered:

Conservation Reserve Program –&nbsp;CRP fields provide excellent hunting opportunities for upland game birds and acres in any part of the state will be considered. Landowners can receive up to $10 per acre for CRP, depending upon location and habitat quality.

Wetland Reserve Program easements –&nbsp;Landowners who have Wetland Reserve Program easements can earn up to $15 per acre for accessible portions of WRP easements with suitable habitats.

Grasslands –&nbsp;High-quality grassland habitat that provides mixed-bag hunting opportunities for upland game birds and big game species are being sought statewide. Properties in the Sandhills supporting prairie grouse, mule deer and/or antelope are a priority, along with sites in south-central and southeastern Nebraska that offer quail and/or white-tailed deer hunting opportunities.

Woodlands –&nbsp;Heavily timbered areas along riparian corridors and those with canyon-like topography are being pursued in many areas. Rates for high-quality woodlands range from $5 to $15 per acre, depending on habitat quality and location.

Fishing access –&nbsp;Ponds, lakes, warm-water streams or rivers and cool-water streams with trout are potential targets. Payment rates are per surface acre on lakes and ponds and per stream mile on streams or rivers.

For more information about Open Fields and Waters, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDEsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMjA1MDMuNTczNTU4ODEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwOi8vd3d3Lk91dGRvb3JOZWJyYXNrYS5vcmcvT0ZXIn0.xodzawKrFp9M2h2G5thHh3Kvc8Qtybe770hsUZgv8jk/s/1372948182/br/130743888303-l" target="_blank">OutdoorNebraska.org/OFW</a>. Interested landowners should contact a biologist at their nearest Game and Parks district office or service center (<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDIsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMjA1MDMuNTczNTU4ODEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwOi8vd3d3Lk91dGRvb3JOZWJyYXNrYS5vcmcvTG9jYXRpb25zIn0.Kkcphi5jex5RbRQpg8iqCjzjfaA7-dEMI-4W-DVOVbo/s/1372948182/br/130743888303-l" target="_blank">OutdoorNebraska.org/Locations</a>).

Since 2016, more than 147,000 acres have been added to Open Fields and Waters and current statewide enrollment is at an all-time high. More than 850 private landowners participated in the program in 2021-22. Those landowners provided walk-in hunting and fishing opportunities across 381,000-plus land acres, more than 500 acres of ponds and lakes and more than 42 stream miles.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Funding for the Open Fields and Waters Program primarily is provided by a grant obtained through the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Voluntary Public Access – Habitat Incentive Program and Pittman-Robertson funds (Wildlife and Sportfish Restoration Act). In addition, Game and Parks uses funds from Habitat Stamp and hunting license sales, and contributions from partners to fund the program and increase opportunities for hunting, trapping and fishing on Nebraska’s private lands.

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 </figure>By NEBRASKA GAME AND PARKSThe Nebraska Game and Parks Commission is looking to provide additional hunting and fishing opportunities on private lands through its Open Fields and Waters Program.Landowners willing to allow public, walk-in access for hunting or fishing can receive annual, per-acre payments through the program. Participating landowners are afforded liability protection through the Nebraska Recreational Liability Act. Additional financial incentives often are available for habitat improvements, such as Conservation Reserve Program enrollment or management upgrades.Game and Parks primarily is seeking to add the following types of enrollments, but all properties offering high-quality hunting or fishing opportunities will be considered:Conservation Reserve Program –&nbsp;CRP fields provide excellent hunting opportunities for upland game birds and acres in any part of the state will be considered. Landowners can receive up to $10 per acre for CRP, depending upon location and habitat quality.Wetland Reserve Program easements –&nbsp;Landowners who have Wetland Reserve Program easements can earn up to $15 per acre for accessible portions of WRP easements with suitable habitats.Grasslands –&nbsp;High-quality grassland habitat that provides mixed-bag hunting opportunities for upland game birds and big game species are being sought statewide. Properties in the Sandhills supporting prairie grouse, mule deer and/or antelope are a priority, along with sites in south-central and southeastern Nebraska that offer quail and/or white-tailed deer hunting opportunities.Woodlands –&nbsp;Heavily timbered areas along riparian corridors and those with canyon-like topography are being pursued in many areas. Rates for high-quality woodlands range from $5 to $15 per acre, depending on habitat quality and location.Fishing access –&nbsp;Ponds, lakes, warm-water streams or rivers and cool-water streams with trout are potential targets. Payment rates are per surface acre on lakes and ponds and per stream mile on streams or rivers.For more information about Open Fields and Waters, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDEsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMjA1MDMuNTczNTU4ODEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwOi8vd3d3Lk91dGRvb3JOZWJyYXNrYS5vcmcvT0ZXIn0.xodzawKrFp9M2h2G5thHh3Kvc8Qtybe770hsUZgv8jk/s/1372948182/br/130743888303-l" target="_blank">OutdoorNebraska.org/OFW</a>. Interested landowners should contact a biologist at their nearest Game and Parks district office or service center (<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDIsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMjA1MDMuNTczNTU4ODEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwOi8vd3d3Lk91dGRvb3JOZWJyYXNrYS5vcmcvTG9jYXRpb25zIn0.Kkcphi5jex5RbRQpg8iqCjzjfaA7-dEMI-4W-DVOVbo/s/1372948182/br/130743888303-l" target="_blank">OutdoorNebraska.org/Locations</a>).Since 2016, more than 147,000 acres have been added to Open Fields and Waters and current statewide enrollment is at an all-time high. More than 850 private landowners participated in the program in 2021-22. Those landowners provided walk-in hunting and fishing opportunities across 381,000-plus land acres, more than 500 acres of ponds and lakes and more than 42 stream miles.&nbsp;&nbsp;Funding for the Open Fields and Waters Program primarily is provided by a grant obtained through the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Voluntary Public Access – Habitat Incentive Program and Pittman-Robertson funds (Wildlife and Sportfish Restoration Act). In addition, Game and Parks uses funds from Habitat Stamp and hunting license sales, and contributions from partners to fund the program and increase opportunities for hunting, trapping and fishing on Nebraska’s private lands.

Neb. Open Fields and Waters Program seeking new enrollments

It is natural for some people who see a young wild animal apparently abandoned by its mother to want to rescue it. The correct course of action is to leave it alone.

Here are some rules of thumb from the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission regarding wildlife babies:

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 </figure>By NEBRASKA GAME AND PARKSIt is natural for some people who see a young wild animal apparently abandoned by its mother to want to rescue it. The correct course of action is to leave it alone.Here are some rules of thumb from the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission regarding wildlife babies:<ul>
 <li>A lone fawn, or other young bird or mammal, may appear to be abandoned or injured, but the mother frequently is off feeding or drinking. Do not move it. The longer the fawn is separated from its mother, the slimmer the chance that it will be reunited with her. In some cases, other deer will adopt an orphaned fawn.</li><li>It is normal for a doe to leave its fawn to keep it from being detected by predators. Predators can see the doe as it feeds, so she leaves the fawn hidden and leaves the area to draw attention away from the fawn's location.</li><li>Do not try to raise wildlife babies as pets. As animals mature, they become more independent and follow natural instincts to leave and establish their own territories. Rescued animals are poorly prepared for life in the wild.</li><li>Most wildlife babies are protected by state or federal law and it is illegal to possess them.</li>
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Public urged to leave wildlife babies alone

Alliance – Snow-Redfern Foundation is honored to announce that eight (8) High School Seniors have been selected as scholarship recipients for the Snow-Redfern Foundation managed scholarship funds.

Three young people were selected by the Snow-Redfern Foundation to receive the Hempel Family Scholarship in the fall of 2022. Braelyn Shrewsbury, of Alliance, will be pursuing a degree Veterinary Technology from Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture. Emma Wood, of Alliance, will be attending University of Nebraska at Omaha for a bachelor’s degree in Secondary Education and master’s degree in School Counseling. Julie Johnson, of Hemingford, will be attending Western Nebraska Community College to pursue a degree in Social Work.

Four students were selected for the K.M. Dahlstedt Scholarship, to be awarded for the fall of 2022. Zane Stoike, of Alliance, will attend Western Nebraska Community College to pursue a degree in Powerline Construction and Maintenance. Braelyn Shrewsbury, of Alliance, will be pursuing a degree in Veterinary Technology from Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture. Abigail Burri, of Alliance, will attend the University of Nebraska at Kearney in pursuit of a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice. Luna Gonzalez, of Alliance, will be attending the University of Nebraska at Omaha in pursuit of a bachelor’s degree in Nursing Science.

The sole recipient of the Kevin Horn Scholarship was Liliana Cuevas, of Hemingford. She will be attending Western Nebraska Community College to pursue an associate degree in Early Childhood Education.

Preference for these three scholarship programs is given to young people attending Hemingford or Alliance Public Schools, with plans to remain in Nebraska following completion of their higher education.

“We are honored to offer this opportunity, which pays tribute to the memory of Edward M. and Eda S. Hempel and K.M. Dahlstedt, and honors or former board member, Kevin Horn. We are pleased to award this scholarship to students, such as Braelyn, Emma, Julie, Liliana, Zane, Luna, and Abigail- all whom possess impressive qualities, including leadership, service, and dedication to academic studies,” commented Sara Nicholson, Executive Director of Snow-Redfern Foundation.

“We have been blessed with the opportunity to award the ongoing generous gifts honoring Mr. and Ms. Hempel, who were consistently generous contributors to Snow-Redfern Foundation, formerly the Nebraska Boys Ranch. Mr. Hempel was a long-time board member and he and his family supported the youth at Nebraska Boys Ranch through service and contributions intended to impact the lives of the youth placed at the Ranch,” shared Snow-Redfern Foundation’s Grant &amp; Scholarship Committee Chairperson, Andrew Hunzeker. “This year we were also honored to received two additional scholarship gifts and are thankful to the Dahlstedt family and Kevin Horn for supporting the future success of these students.”

Snow-Redfern Foundation believes in the power of opportunity and invites those interested in creating impact for youth to Join them in investing in the good life for kids. Join us by investing in the good life for kids - https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/snow-redfern-memorial-foundation/donor-campaign

Snow-Redfern Foundation provides financial support to nonprofit partners that offer programs and services that make a life-changing impact for kids in need. As the former Nebraska Boys Ranch, Snow-Redfern Foundation has a rich history in advocating for, protecting, and encouraging youth in need of hope and healing. Though we no longer provide direct care, our commitment to equipping young people with the skills they need to be successful and live a good life remains.

Alliance – Snow-Redfern Foundation is honored to announce that eight (8) High School Seniors have been selected as scholarship recipients for the Snow-Redfern Foundation managed scholarship funds.Three young people were selected by the Snow-Redfern Foundation to receive the Hempel Family Scholarship in the fall of 2022. Braelyn Shrewsbury, of Alliance, will be pursuing a degree Veterinary Technology from Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture. Emma Wood, of Alliance, will be attending University of Nebraska at Omaha for a bachelor’s degree in Secondary Education and master’s degree in School Counseling. Julie Johnson, of Hemingford, will be attending Western Nebraska Community College to pursue a degree in Social Work.Four students were selected for the K.M. Dahlstedt Scholarship, to be awarded for the fall of 2022. Zane Stoike, of Alliance, will attend Western Nebraska Community College to pursue a degree in Powerline Construction and Maintenance. Braelyn Shrewsbury, of Alliance, will be pursuing a degree in Veterinary Technology from Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture. Abigail Burri, of Alliance, will attend the University of Nebraska at Kearney in pursuit of a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice. Luna Gonzalez, of Alliance, will be attending the University of Nebraska at Omaha in pursuit of a bachelor’s degree in Nursing Science.The sole recipient of the Kevin Horn Scholarship was Liliana Cuevas, of Hemingford. She will be attending Western Nebraska Community College to pursue an associate degree in Early Childhood Education.Preference for these three scholarship programs is given to young people attending Hemingford or Alliance Public Schools, with plans to remain in Nebraska following completion of their higher education.“We are honored to offer this opportunity, which pays tribute to the memory of Edward M. and Eda S. Hempel and K.M. Dahlstedt, and honors or former board member, Kevin Horn. We are pleased to award this scholarship to students, such as Braelyn, Emma, Julie, Liliana, Zane, Luna, and Abigail- all whom possess impressive qualities, including leadership, service, and dedication to academic studies,” commented Sara Nicholson, Executive Director of Snow-Redfern Foundation.“We have been blessed with the opportunity to award the ongoing generous gifts honoring Mr. and Ms. Hempel, who were consistently generous contributors to Snow-Redfern Foundation, formerly the Nebraska Boys Ranch. Mr. Hempel was a long-time board member and he and his family supported the youth at Nebraska Boys Ranch through service and contributions intended to impact the lives of the youth placed at the Ranch,” shared Snow-Redfern Foundation’s Grant &amp; Scholarship Committee Chairperson, Andrew Hunzeker. “This year we were also honored to received two additional scholarship gifts and are thankful to the Dahlstedt family and Kevin Horn for supporting the future success of these students.”Snow-Redfern Foundation believes in the power of opportunity and invites those interested in creating impact for youth to Join them in investing in the good life for kids. Join us by investing in the good life for kids - https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/snow-redfern-memorial-foundation/donor-campaignSnow-Redfern Foundation provides financial support to nonprofit partners that offer programs and services that make a life-changing impact for kids in need. As the former Nebraska Boys Ranch, Snow-Redfern Foundation has a rich history in advocating for, protecting, and encouraging youth in need of hope and healing. Though we no longer provide direct care, our commitment to equipping young people with the skills they need to be successful and live a good life remains.

Snow-Redfern awards 8 scholarships in Alliance, Hemingford

Alliance – There will be a partial road closure on Box Butte Avenue between the blocks of 12th Street and 14th Street for tree removal on Thursday May 5, between the hours of 9 a.m. and 12 noon. 

Please seek alternate routes during that time.

For more information, please contact the Alliance Public Works at (308) 762-1907.

By City of Alliance&nbsp;Alliance – There will be a partial road closure on Box Butte Avenue between the blocks of 12th Street and 14th Street for tree removal on Thursday May 5, between the hours of 9 a.m. and 12 noon. Please seek alternate routes during that time.For more information, please contact the Alliance Public Works at (308) 762-1907.

City of Alliance plans partial road closure on Box Butte Avenue

Post Podcast: Mother's Day Events planned at Prairie Wind Casino

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OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — A spokeswoman for Nebraska Gov. Pete Ricketts says the Republican governor likely won’t decide whether to call a special legislative session focused on abortion until the U.S. Supreme Court releases its official opinion on the issue. 

Ricketts has said Nebraska needs to be ready to outlaw abortion, and he strongly supported a bill this year that would have automatically done so if the high court gives states that option.

 The bill ultimately failed, however, after opponents blocked it with a filibuster, and it’s questionable whether a special session held this year at extra taxpayer expense would produce a different outcome.

By Associated PressOMAHA, Neb. (AP) — A spokeswoman for Nebraska Gov. Pete Ricketts says the Republican governor likely won’t decide whether to call a special legislative session focused on abortion until the U.S. Supreme Court releases its official opinion on the issue. Ricketts has said Nebraska needs to be ready to outlaw abortion, and he strongly supported a bill this year that would have automatically done so if the high court gives states that option. The bill ultimately failed, however, after opponents blocked it with a filibuster, and it’s questionable whether a special session held this year at extra taxpayer expense would produce a different outcome.

Nebraska likely to wait for final ruling in abortion case

POST PODCAST: Coffee Talk 5/3/22

Alliance – In honor of Public Service Recognition Week, city employees will be attending an all employee appreciation luncheon on Wednesday May 4,&nbsp; from 12:00 - 1:00 pm. 

The Municipal Building, Public Works Facility, Alliance Public Library, The Knight Museum &amp; Sandhills Center and Sallows Military Museum will be closed during the luncheon hour to allow for all staff to attend.

The Landfill will also be closed from 12-1 for the Appreciation luncheon.

Please contact the City Administration Offices at (308) 762-5400 for any questions or for more information.

By City of AllianceAlliance – In honor of Public Service Recognition Week, city employees will be attending an all employee appreciation luncheon on Wednesday May 4,&nbsp; from 12:00 - 1:00 pm. The Municipal Building, Public Works Facility, Alliance Public Library, The Knight Museum &amp; Sandhills Center and Sallows Military Museum will be closed during the luncheon hour to allow for all staff to attend.The Landfill will also be closed from 12-1 for the Appreciation luncheon.Please contact the City Administration Offices at (308) 762-5400 for any questions or for more information.

City of Alliance to close facilities for Public Service Recognition Luncheon

Karen Benzel discusses the upcoming continuation of the "Bridges Out Of Poverty" series of workshops.

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POST PODCAST: United Way of Western Nebraska

By Kerri Rempp, Discover Northwest Nebraska

My stomach is flat, the ‘L’ is just silent.

Dear weather, stop showing off. We get it, you’re hot.

Anyone visiting Crawford in the last three-plus decades has probably had a chuckle thanks to the Staab’s Drive-Inn sign. But the attention-getting quotes are just a preface to the real reason locals and visitors alike keep returning to the Northwest Nebraska institution.

“Right away we put in the broasters and the broasted chicken,” Renee Staab said of purchasing the diner along Highway 20 with her husband Roger. “We thought it would be a good addition to the area.”

The couple, originally from Iowa, brought broasted chicken to Northwest Nebraska from their native state. They also added curly fries, broasted potatoes and fresh, hand-made hamburger patties rather than the frozen pre-made variety. Later they added flurries and new combinations of ice cream sundaes, Renee said.

Constructed in the 1950s by John Wickstrom, Staab’s began as a Dairy Queen before eventually changing its name to Daisy Queen. In 1981, the Staabs purchased the business and within a few years changed the name again. Even before the name change, however, the couple revamped the menu, adding the broasted chicken for which Staab’s has become famous.

The Staabs have since retired, selling the business in 2018 to Jason and Taylor Hauser. The name remains in honor of the couple’s nearly 37 years of ownership and their mentorship to the Hausers, Jason said.

A certain symmetry led both the Staabs and the Hausers into the business. Roger was working for Gillette and familiar with the business through his route. It was suggested they purchase the Daisy Queen during one of Roger’s Fourth of July deliveries to the business. Decades later, Hauser was doing right-of-way work in the area for the state when someone suggested he buy the business.

When Hauser reached out to the Staabs, they encouraged him to work at the drive-in first, and he did so in 2016 and 2017 before finalizing the sale in 2018.

“We wanted to see it go into good hands,” Renee said. “We put a lot of blood, sweat and tears in it.”

For Hauser, it was the culmination of a life-long dream.

“Ever since I was a kid, I wanted to own my own business,” he said. “What Staab’s has offered me and my family has been huge.”

Staab’s is still known for its broasted chicken. Hauser credits the long-standing tradition of using fresh, never frozen chicken, the 48-hour marinade and the daily hand-breading process for the home-cooked taste.

“People travel quite a way for our broasted chicken,” Hauser said. “Like Roger always says, ‘You won’t get a better piece of chicken unless you’re a rooster.’”

The business gave Staabs the opportunity to raise their family in a small community, employed their children during high school and allowed them to meet a variety of people from across the country, some who remain close friends today, Renee said.

With a typical staff of eight, Staab’s continues to employ a lot of high school kids during the summer, and Hauser tries to mentor them in business practices and a general attitude of success. Working with them and interacting with the customers is by far the most rewarding aspect, he said. He enjoys meeting the travelers who come from all over the country and the world, but also is deeply appreciative of the support from local residents.

“The cornerstone of (Staab’s) is definitely the locals,” he said, offering thanks to both his employees and the community for making the business a success.

“We definitely wouldn’t be where we are without those two ingredients.”

The Hausers have continued many of the traditions built by the Staabs, including the sayings on the signs. Roger was meticulous the business’s appearance, and Renee said they started using the funny quotes to grab the attention of passers-by. It worked, and over the years, many people have snapped photos in front of the sign.

“Sometimes it just pops in your head,” Hauser said of what to put up on the sign. Other times they go searching the internet and tweak it to the business or the region.

The newest addition to Staab’s, however, was one added by the Hausers – Big Ern. The overgrown iron chicken was something the Staabs had always hoped to find, but it took two years into ownership by the Hausers before it became a reality. Taylor saw the chicken along the highway while they were driving through the Black Hills. The unpainted chicken was exactly what they had been searching for.

Their first trip to bring him home was a bust because he was frozen to the ground, but he eventually made it to Northwest Nebraska. Crawford’s Creighton and April Grant painted him in preparation for a chicken walk in May 2020, where they rolled him through Crawford’s streets to his final nesting place underneath the business sign.

“He’s heavy. He’s a pretty stout chicken,” Jason said.

Staab’s Drive-Inn is open March through November each year and hosts an annual Retro Night in June.

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 <figcaption>Taylor and Jason Hauser, here with their son Jackson, pose with Big Ern at Staab's Drive-Inn, which they purchased in 2018. Photo by Kerri Rempp/Discover Northwest Nebraska</figcaption>
 </figure>My stomach is flat, the ‘L’ is just silent.Dear weather, stop showing off. We get it, you’re hot.Anyone visiting Crawford in the last three-plus decades has probably had a chuckle thanks to the Staab’s Drive-Inn sign. But the attention-getting quotes are just a preface to the real reason locals and visitors alike keep returning to the Northwest Nebraska institution.“Right away we put in the broasters and the broasted chicken,” Renee Staab said of purchasing the diner along Highway 20 with her husband Roger. “We thought it would be a good addition to the area.”The couple, originally from Iowa, brought broasted chicken to Northwest Nebraska from their native state. They also added curly fries, broasted potatoes and fresh, hand-made hamburger patties rather than the frozen pre-made variety. Later they added flurries and new combinations of ice cream sundaes, Renee said.Constructed in the 1950s by John Wickstrom, Staab’s began as a Dairy Queen before eventually changing its name to Daisy Queen. In 1981, the Staabs purchased the business and within a few years changed the name again. Even before the name change, however, the couple revamped the menu, adding the broasted chicken for which Staab’s has become famous.The Staabs have since retired, selling the business in 2018 to Jason and Taylor Hauser. The name remains in honor of the couple’s nearly 37 years of ownership and their mentorship to the Hausers, Jason said.A certain symmetry led both the Staabs and the Hausers into the business. Roger was working for Gillette and familiar with the business through his route. It was suggested they purchase the Daisy Queen during one of Roger’s Fourth of July deliveries to the business. Decades later, Hauser was doing right-of-way work in the area for the state when someone suggested he buy the business.When Hauser reached out to the Staabs, they encouraged him to work at the drive-in first, and he did so in 2016 and 2017 before finalizing the sale in 2018.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/5/1651590998719.jpeg" alt="Clever sayings on the Staab's sign keep people entertained and draw them in to the local establishment. Photo by Kerri Rempp/Discover Northwest Nebraska" />
 <figcaption>Clever sayings on the Staab's sign keep people entertained and draw them in to the local establishment. Photo by Kerri Rempp/Discover Northwest Nebraska</figcaption>
 </figure>“We wanted to see it go into good hands,” Renee said. “We put a lot of blood, sweat and tears in it.”For Hauser, it was the culmination of a life-long dream.“Ever since I was a kid, I wanted to own my own business,” he said. “What Staab’s has offered me and my family has been huge.”Staab’s is still known for its broasted chicken. Hauser credits the long-standing tradition of using fresh, never frozen chicken, the 48-hour marinade and the daily hand-breading process for the home-cooked taste.“People travel quite a way for our broasted chicken,” Hauser said. “Like Roger always says, ‘You won’t get a better piece of chicken unless you’re a rooster.’”The business gave Staabs the opportunity to raise their family in a small community, employed their children during high school and allowed them to meet a variety of people from across the country, some who remain close friends today, Renee said.“We really did enjoy it,” she said.With a typical staff of eight, Staab’s continues to employ a lot of high school kids during the summer, and Hauser tries to mentor them in business practices and a general attitude of success. Working with them and interacting with the customers is by far the most rewarding aspect, he said. He enjoys meeting the travelers who come from all over the country and the world, but also is deeply appreciative of the support from local residents.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/5/1651591041395.jpeg" alt="Staab's Drive-Inn is an institution in Northwest Nebraska, serving up broasted chicken, burgers and ice cream. Photo by Kerri Rempp/Discover Northwest Nebraska" />
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 </figure>“The cornerstone of (Staab’s) is definitely the locals,” he said, offering thanks to both his employees and the community for making the business a success.“We definitely wouldn’t be where we are without those two ingredients.”The Hausers have continued many of the traditions built by the Staabs, including the sayings on the signs. Roger was meticulous the business’s appearance, and Renee said they started using the funny quotes to grab the attention of passers-by. It worked, and over the years, many people have snapped photos in front of the sign.“Sometimes it just pops in your head,” Hauser said of what to put up on the sign. Other times they go searching the internet and tweak it to the business or the region.The newest addition to Staab’s, however, was one added by the Hausers – Big Ern. The overgrown iron chicken was something the Staabs had always hoped to find, but it took two years into ownership by the Hausers before it became a reality. Taylor saw the chicken along the highway while they were driving through the Black Hills. The unpainted chicken was exactly what they had been searching for.Their first trip to bring him home was a bust because he was frozen to the ground, but he eventually made it to Northwest Nebraska. Crawford’s Creighton and April Grant painted him in preparation for a chicken walk in May 2020, where they rolled him through Crawford’s streets to his final nesting place underneath the business sign.“He’s heavy. He’s a pretty stout chicken,” Jason said.Staab’s Drive-Inn is open March through November each year and hosts an annual Retro Night in June.

Beloved local Crawford drive-in thrives across decades

By&nbsp;Becky Herian, CCC Scholarship Chair

The Cattle Capital Cattlemen affiliate of Nebraska Cattlemen, who represents the beef industry in the Central Panhandle, annually awards scholarships to outstanding future agricultural leaders. The Scholarship Fund was established in 2004 and is endowed through the Nebraska Cattlemen Foundation. Thanks to the foresight of CCC members, funds are available as set by Foundation rules. Additional funds were available thanks to a $1000. anonymous donation last year. The Committee generally awards as much as we have available. For anyone interested in giving to the Scholarship Fund, it is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, contact committee member Becky Herian.

These scholarships are awarded to students pursing higher and extended educational opportunities benefitting the beef industry. CCC thank the nine outstanding applicants who applied for the scholarship this year and wish them the best in their future education. We encourage them to apply for the 2023-2024 CCC Scholarship as well as the Nebraska Foundation scholarships that can be found at nebraskacattlemen.org

Cattle Capital Cattlemen President Jerry Underwood is pleased to announce three outstanding 2022 Alliance High School graduates as recipients of the 2022-23 Cattle Capital Cattlemen Foundation Scholarships. Wade Sanders, son of Tom and Teresa Sanders of rural Alliance received a scholarship in the amount of $1250.00. Wyatt Walker, son of Lee and Kim Walker of rural Alliance was the recipient of a $1000.00 and Braelyn Shrewsbury of Alliance was awarded a $750.00 scholarship.

Wade, awarded a $1250.00 scholarship, will attend Texas Tech University in Lubbock TX majoring in Animal Science, Ag Business and Meat Science. After earning his undergraduate degree, he plans to obtain a master’s degree in the areas mentioned above. Wade is passionate about the beef industry and its sustainability which he plans to make major contributions to. He wants to make a difference not only on the family ranch but also to the beef industry at large.

Wyatt, recipient of $1000.00 scholarship will attend Dickenson State University in Dickenson, North Dakota to obtain an associate degree in Agriculture Production. Areas he’ll study include ag business, ag sales and services, range management and animal science which will give him insights into almost every aspect of the family ranch of which he plans to return to and operate as the fifth generation to do so.

Braelyn, awarded $750.00 to further her education will attend Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture in Curtis, NE majoring in Veterinary Technology. She’s well on her way to accomplishing that goal because as a FFA member she has a supervised agricultural experience at Alliance Animal Clinic of which she plans to return to after obtaining her degree. Braelyn also has plans to continue working on her family ranch with hopes of building her own cattle herd.

By&nbsp;Becky Herian, CCC Scholarship ChairThe Cattle Capital Cattlemen affiliate of Nebraska Cattlemen, who represents the beef industry in the Central Panhandle, annually awards scholarships to outstanding future agricultural leaders. The Scholarship Fund was established in 2004 and is endowed through the Nebraska Cattlemen Foundation. Thanks to the foresight of CCC members, funds are available as set by Foundation rules. Additional funds were available thanks to a $1000. anonymous donation last year. The Committee generally awards as much as we have available. For anyone interested in giving to the Scholarship Fund, it is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, contact committee member Becky Herian.These scholarships are awarded to students pursing higher and extended educational opportunities benefitting the beef industry. CCC thank the nine outstanding applicants who applied for the scholarship this year and wish them the best in their future education. We encourage them to apply for the 2023-2024 CCC Scholarship as well as the Nebraska Foundation scholarships that can be found at nebraskacattlemen.org<figure>
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 </figure>Cattle Capital Cattlemen President Jerry Underwood is pleased to announce three outstanding 2022 Alliance High School graduates as recipients of the 2022-23 Cattle Capital Cattlemen Foundation Scholarships. Wade Sanders, son of Tom and Teresa Sanders of rural Alliance received a scholarship in the amount of $1250.00. Wyatt Walker, son of Lee and Kim Walker of rural Alliance was the recipient of a $1000.00 and Braelyn Shrewsbury of Alliance was awarded a $750.00 scholarship.<figure>
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 </figure>Wade, awarded a $1250.00 scholarship, will attend Texas Tech University in Lubbock TX majoring in Animal Science, Ag Business and Meat Science. After earning his undergraduate degree, he plans to obtain a master’s degree in the areas mentioned above. Wade is passionate about the beef industry and its sustainability which he plans to make major contributions to. He wants to make a difference not only on the family ranch but also to the beef industry at large.Wyatt, recipient of $1000.00 scholarship will attend Dickenson State University in Dickenson, North Dakota to obtain an associate degree in Agriculture Production. Areas he’ll study include ag business, ag sales and services, range management and animal science which will give him insights into almost every aspect of the family ranch of which he plans to return to and operate as the fifth generation to do so.<figure>
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 </figure>Braelyn, awarded $750.00 to further her education will attend Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture in Curtis, NE majoring in Veterinary Technology. She’s well on her way to accomplishing that goal because as a FFA member she has a supervised agricultural experience at Alliance Animal Clinic of which she plans to return to after obtaining her degree. Braelyn also has plans to continue working on her family ranch with hopes of building her own cattle herd.

Cattle Capital Cattlemen awards 3 Scholarships

Keri Votruba’s son and daughter-in-law, Lloyd and Micki Votruba have awarded a $2,000 scholarship to Ethan Specht and alternate to Daren McConville, both will soon be graduates of the 2022 class at Hemingford High School. This scholarship amounts to $1,000 per year for two years.

The Keri Votruba Aspiring Youth in Ag Scholarship, in his memory, is offered to assist students who are pursuing a major in an agricultural related field at an accredited two or four-year college, university or technical school.&nbsp; The scholarship is available to high school graduating seniors and college freshman.

Votruba was involved in agriculture for sixty years both as a producer and as a member of several banking boards. One of his greatest passions though, was helping young people succeed. Over his lifetime he employed several young people in his operation and worked hard to help them succeed in whatever path they chose. &nbsp;

The scholarship is under the Hemingford Community Foundation which was established to serve the residents of Hemingford and the surrounding area by identifying and supporting the people, organizations, and projects that make Hemingford a great place to live, learn, work, and play.&nbsp;

The Foundation is an affiliate fund of the Oregon Trail Community Foundation. More information can be found at&nbsp;<a href="https://otcf.org/hemingford-community-foundation/" target="_blank">https://otcf.org/hemingford-community-foundation/</a>.

By PPHDKeri Votruba’s son and daughter-in-law, Lloyd and Micki Votruba have awarded a $2,000 scholarship to Ethan Specht and alternate to Daren McConville, both will soon be graduates of the 2022 class at Hemingford High School. This scholarship amounts to $1,000 per year for two years.The Keri Votruba Aspiring Youth in Ag Scholarship, in his memory, is offered to assist students who are pursuing a major in an agricultural related field at an accredited two or four-year college, university or technical school.&nbsp; The scholarship is available to high school graduating seniors and college freshman.<figure>
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 </figure>About Keri VotrubaVotruba was involved in agriculture for sixty years both as a producer and as a member of several banking boards. One of his greatest passions though, was helping young people succeed. Over his lifetime he employed several young people in his operation and worked hard to help them succeed in whatever path they chose. &nbsp;The scholarship is under the Hemingford Community Foundation which was established to serve the residents of Hemingford and the surrounding area by identifying and supporting the people, organizations, and projects that make Hemingford a great place to live, learn, work, and play.&nbsp;The Foundation is an affiliate fund of the Oregon Trail Community Foundation. More information can be found at&nbsp;<a href="https://otcf.org/hemingford-community-foundation/" target="_blank">https://otcf.org/hemingford-community-foundation/</a>.<figure>
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