On this episode of Forward Ever: Leading in Challenging Times, host Gary Shorman speaks with entrepreneur Kris Munsch.

<div><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/L_j7J8c_66g?si=kAHfEv8jxgGZL6_b" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></div>On this episode of Forward Ever: Leading in Challenging Times, host Gary Shorman speaks with entrepreneur Kris Munsch.

🎤Forward Ever: Entrepreneur Kris Munsch

There will be a Veteran's Day Program at the Holy Rosary Catholic Church Parish Hall Monday, November 11 at 9am.

There will be singing by the students of Saint Agnes, presentations by Coach Steve Nelson &amp; Luke Weems and more.

There will be a Veteran's Day Program at the Holy Rosary Catholic Church Parish Hall Monday, November 11 at 9am.There will be singing by the students of Saint Agnes, presentations by Coach Steve Nelson &amp; Luke Weems and more.

Veteran's Day program to be held at Alliance Holy Rosary Catholic Church Parish Hall

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

-No new felonies to report in Box Butte County&nbsp;

-Welsey Wilkerson,&nbsp;Poss stolen firearms, Carrying&nbsp;concealed weapon, poss cont sub,&nbsp;Poss marijuana , 10z. Open Container,&nbsp;poss drug, dus

-Jordan Long,&nbsp;Reckless driving, Poss firearm by&nbsp;prohibited person

-Courtney Wiseman,&nbsp;Poss cont sub, Poss drug para

-Levi Pieper,&nbsp;Poss cont sub, Poss drug para

-Summer Lame, Class 4 Felony, Drive while revoked from DUI/refusal

-Jon Batten, Class W Misdemeanor, DUI 3rd offense, Class 4 Felony, Drive while revoked from DUI/refusal, Class 1 Misdemeanor, Transport child while intoxicated, Class 5 Misdemeanor, Refuse to submit to pretest

-Gordon Harris, Class 3A Felony, Terroristic threats

-Jarett P Caldwell, Class 4 Felony, Theft-unlawful taking $1,500 - 4,999

*All individuals included in this post are innocent of crimes until proven guilty in a court of law. The Panhandle Post assumes no legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy, or completeness, of this information. Any person who believes information provided is not accurate may submit a complaint via the “Contact Us” tab on the homepage.Box Butte Co:-No new felonies to report in Box Butte County&nbsp;Scotts Bluff Co:&nbsp;-Welsey Wilkerson,&nbsp;Poss stolen firearms, Carrying&nbsp;concealed weapon, poss cont sub,&nbsp;Poss marijuana , 10z. Open Container,&nbsp;poss drug, dus-Abigail Bordeaux,&nbsp;Poss cont sub-Jordan Long,&nbsp;Reckless driving, Poss firearm by&nbsp;prohibited person-Courtney Wiseman,&nbsp;Poss cont sub, Poss drug para-Levi Pieper,&nbsp;Poss cont sub, Poss drug para-Juan Contreras,&nbsp;Poss cont sub.Dawes Co:&nbsp;-Summer Lame, Class 4 Felony, Drive while revoked from DUI/refusal-Jon Batten, Class W Misdemeanor, DUI 3rd offense, Class 4 Felony, Drive while revoked from DUI/refusal, Class 1 Misdemeanor, Transport child while intoxicated, Class 5 Misdemeanor, Refuse to submit to pretest-Gordon Harris, Class 3A Felony, Terroristic threats-Jarett P Caldwell, Class 4 Felony, Theft-unlawful taking $1,500 - 4,999

Panhandle police activity, Oct. 24 - Nov. 6 

Alliance, NE – The City of Alliance is proud to announce that the Knight Museum and Sandhills Center will be hosting their 28 th Annual Christmas Festival this year. This year’s festival will be held at the Knight Museum and Sandhills Center located at 908 Yellowstone Avenue in Alliance from Saturday, November 30 th to Saturday, December 7 th .

If anyone would like to donate an auction item please call the museum 308-762-2384 to let us know so that we can plan for the items or drop them off at the museum before Noon on Monday November 25 th .

If you would like to see our workshop of donations that are open for the public to be used for your festival masterpieces. Please stop by the museum and take a look.

Keep an eye on the Museum’s Facebook page for a schedule and a list of events/activities.

For more information, contact the Knight Museum &amp;amp; Sandhills Center at (308) 762-2384.

By City of AllianceAlliance, NE – The City of Alliance is proud to announce that the Knight Museum and Sandhills Center will be hosting their 28 th Annual Christmas Festival this year. This year’s festival will be held at the Knight Museum and Sandhills Center located at 908 Yellowstone Avenue in Alliance from Saturday, November 30 th to Saturday, December 7 th .If anyone would like to donate an auction item please call the museum 308-762-2384 to let us know so that we can plan for the items or drop them off at the museum before Noon on Monday November 25 th .If you would like to see our workshop of donations that are open for the public to be used for your festival masterpieces. Please stop by the museum and take a look.Keep an eye on the Museum’s Facebook page for a schedule and a list of events/activities.For more information, contact the Knight Museum &amp;amp; Sandhills Center at (308) 762-2384.<figure>
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BY TENA L. COOK, CSC MARKETING COORDINATOR

CHADRON – The Family Tree Award is presented annually to families with a tradition of attending Chadron State College. The 2024 recipient of the Family Tree Award is the Studnicka family.

Ella Schlaman Studnicka, matriarch of the family, was born in 1916 in Lodgepole, Nebraska. Her parents were Dick and Doretta Schlaman. She graduated from Lodgepole High School and enrolled at CSC in 1933. She earned a two-year teaching certificate by the summer of 1934. From 1934 to 1944, Ella taught in the Sunol and Chappell Public Schools. In 1962, she returned to CSC and completed a bachelor’s degree in education. She taught in the Sidney Public Schools from 1962 to when she retired in 1978.

Ella and her husband, Lumir, had nine children: LaNita, Cheryl (deceased), Louella, Robert, Janet (deceased), Cynthia, Steve (deceased), Lila, and Ronald. Ella died in 2000.

LaNita, who was born in Champaign, Illinois, graduated from Sidney High School in 1963. She earned a bachelor’s degree in education from CSC in 1966. She was the president of the Lutheran Student Association, treasurer of the Campus Center Board, secretary of Cardinal Key, a member of Sigma Delta Nu, and Alpha Phi Sigma.

She and her husband, Herbert (deceased) Roeser, had four children:&nbsp; Gretchen Twohig, Sara English, Richard Roeser, and Adam Roeser.

Now retired, she taught English at Scottsbluff Senior High from 1966 to 1971 and at Aurora High School from 1971 to 1972.&nbsp; Roeser continued teaching English at Grand Island High School 1972 to1975 and 1982 to 2007. She earned a master’s degree from the University of Nebraska-Kearney in 1991. She also taught at Central Community College from 2008-15.

Cynthia was born in Sidney and married Steve Yantzi, also a CSC graduate. They live in Kemmerer, Wyoming, and have three children: Lindsay Henning, Phillip Yantzi, and Julie Willman.

Yantzi graduated from Sidney High School in 1972 and attended CSC, graduating in 1976 with a bachelor’s degree in biology and a minor in chemistry. She earned a teaching endorsement in 1980.&nbsp; At CSC, she was a tutor, a member of Alpha Omicron Pi, and a member of Daughters of the Crossed Sword.

She continued her education at Creighton University, where she earned a Bachelor of Nursing degree in 1988. At Creighton, she was a member of Sigma Theta Tau international nursing honor society and was named the Nursing Student of the Year.

She was also a science educator in Chadron, Kemmerer, and at Western Wyoming Community College. Other positions included administrative assistant at the Pine Ridge Job Corps and church organist. Cynthia worked as a Registered Nurse and certified nursing assistant in Chadron, Sidney, and Kemmerer and is now retired.

Steve was born in Chadron and graduated from Chadron High School in 1971. In 1977, he earned a bachelor’s degree in biology. He also earned a degree in medical technology in 1984. He was employed by the U.S. Forest Service, South Lincoln Medical Center, P&amp;M Coal, and Chevron Mining. He retired as a Coal Quality Supervisor in 2017.

Studnicka was born in Sidney and graduated from Sidney High School in 1979.&nbsp; He earned two bachelor’s degrees from CSC in 1985, one in agri-business and the other in industrial technology. He was the vice president of his senior class club and a member of the Industrial Arts Guild.

In 1982, he graduated from Western Nebraska Technical College with an associate’s degree in aviation maintenance technology. He also earned an airframe and powerplant license.

He and his wife, Michelle, have one son, Seth.

From 1986 to 1994, Ron worked as an assistant county supervisor and county supervisor for Farmers Home Administration, United States Department of Agriculture in Chadron, Wray, Colorado, and Sidney, Nebraska, earning the Nebraska County Supervisor of the Year in 1991. From 1994 to 1998, he was a loan production officer for Nebraska State Bank. He worked as an independent mortgage loan broker from 1998 to 2001. In 2005, he was the credit manager for the FEC AG cooperative. From 2007 to 2011, he was a financial analyst for Cabela’s; from 2011 to 201, he was the payroll manager and worked for Adams Industries as controller. Ron worked on the family farm with his father from 1973 until Lumir died in 1990. Ron, Michelle, and Seth now work the farm, making Seth the fourth generation to do so.

Seth&nbsp;was born in Scottsbluff and&nbsp;graduated from Sidney High School in 2019. He earned a Bachelor’s degree in education with a 6-12 grade mathematics endorsement in May 2024. He was an Eagle Leader, a member of the Blue Key Honor Society, and a member of Kappa Mu Epsilon. He teaches geometry and algebra II at Sidney High School and is an assistant boys’ basketball coach at Sidney Middle School.

Each recipient family of the Family Tree Award must include a minimum of three generations of graduates. At least two of the family members must have a record of outstanding service to the college, the alumni association, their community, or their profession. To nominate a family for the Family Tree Award, visit:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.csc.edu/alumni/stay-connected/alumni-honors-and-awards/alumni-award-nomination/" target="_blank">https://www.csc.edu/alumni/stay-connected/alumni-honors-and-awards/alumni-award-nomination/</a>.

BY TENA L. COOK, CSC MARKETING COORDINATORCHADRON – The Family Tree Award is presented annually to families with a tradition of attending Chadron State College. The 2024 recipient of the Family Tree Award is the Studnicka family.<figure>
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 </figure>Ella Schlaman Studnicka, matriarch of the family, was born in 1916 in Lodgepole, Nebraska. Her parents were Dick and Doretta Schlaman. She graduated from Lodgepole High School and enrolled at CSC in 1933. She earned a two-year teaching certificate by the summer of 1934. From 1934 to 1944, Ella taught in the Sunol and Chappell Public Schools. In 1962, she returned to CSC and completed a bachelor’s degree in education. She taught in the Sidney Public Schools from 1962 to when she retired in 1978.Ella and her husband, Lumir, had nine children: LaNita, Cheryl (deceased), Louella, Robert, Janet (deceased), Cynthia, Steve (deceased), Lila, and Ronald. Ella died in 2000.LaNita, who was born in Champaign, Illinois, graduated from Sidney High School in 1963. She earned a bachelor’s degree in education from CSC in 1966. She was the president of the Lutheran Student Association, treasurer of the Campus Center Board, secretary of Cardinal Key, a member of Sigma Delta Nu, and Alpha Phi Sigma.She and her husband, Herbert (deceased) Roeser, had four children:&nbsp; Gretchen Twohig, Sara English, Richard Roeser, and Adam Roeser.Now retired, she taught English at Scottsbluff Senior High from 1966 to 1971 and at Aurora High School from 1971 to 1972.&nbsp; Roeser continued teaching English at Grand Island High School 1972 to1975 and 1982 to 2007. She earned a master’s degree from the University of Nebraska-Kearney in 1991. She also taught at Central Community College from 2008-15.Cynthia was born in Sidney and married Steve Yantzi, also a CSC graduate. They live in Kemmerer, Wyoming, and have three children: Lindsay Henning, Phillip Yantzi, and Julie Willman.Yantzi graduated from Sidney High School in 1972 and attended CSC, graduating in 1976 with a bachelor’s degree in biology and a minor in chemistry. She earned a teaching endorsement in 1980.&nbsp; At CSC, she was a tutor, a member of Alpha Omicron Pi, and a member of Daughters of the Crossed Sword.She continued her education at Creighton University, where she earned a Bachelor of Nursing degree in 1988. At Creighton, she was a member of Sigma Theta Tau international nursing honor society and was named the Nursing Student of the Year.She was also a science educator in Chadron, Kemmerer, and at Western Wyoming Community College. Other positions included administrative assistant at the Pine Ridge Job Corps and church organist. Cynthia worked as a Registered Nurse and certified nursing assistant in Chadron, Sidney, and Kemmerer and is now retired.Steve was born in Chadron and graduated from Chadron High School in 1971. In 1977, he earned a bachelor’s degree in biology. He also earned a degree in medical technology in 1984. He was employed by the U.S. Forest Service, South Lincoln Medical Center, P&amp;M Coal, and Chevron Mining. He retired as a Coal Quality Supervisor in 2017.Studnicka was born in Sidney and graduated from Sidney High School in 1979.&nbsp; He earned two bachelor’s degrees from CSC in 1985, one in agri-business and the other in industrial technology. He was the vice president of his senior class club and a member of the Industrial Arts Guild.In 1982, he graduated from Western Nebraska Technical College with an associate’s degree in aviation maintenance technology. He also earned an airframe and powerplant license.He and his wife, Michelle, have one son, Seth.From 1986 to 1994, Ron worked as an assistant county supervisor and county supervisor for Farmers Home Administration, United States Department of Agriculture in Chadron, Wray, Colorado, and Sidney, Nebraska, earning the Nebraska County Supervisor of the Year in 1991. From 1994 to 1998, he was a loan production officer for Nebraska State Bank. He worked as an independent mortgage loan broker from 1998 to 2001. In 2005, he was the credit manager for the FEC AG cooperative. From 2007 to 2011, he was a financial analyst for Cabela’s; from 2011 to 201, he was the payroll manager and worked for Adams Industries as controller. Ron worked on the family farm with his father from 1973 until Lumir died in 1990. Ron, Michelle, and Seth now work the farm, making Seth the fourth generation to do so.Seth&nbsp;was born in Scottsbluff and&nbsp;graduated from Sidney High School in 2019. He earned a Bachelor’s degree in education with a 6-12 grade mathematics endorsement in May 2024. He was an Eagle Leader, a member of the Blue Key Honor Society, and a member of Kappa Mu Epsilon. He teaches geometry and algebra II at Sidney High School and is an assistant boys’ basketball coach at Sidney Middle School.Each recipient family of the Family Tree Award must include a minimum of three generations of graduates. At least two of the family members must have a record of outstanding service to the college, the alumni association, their community, or their profession. To nominate a family for the Family Tree Award, visit:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.csc.edu/alumni/stay-connected/alumni-honors-and-awards/alumni-award-nomination/" target="_blank">https://www.csc.edu/alumni/stay-connected/alumni-honors-and-awards/alumni-award-nomination/</a>.

Studnicka family receives Family Tree Award in Chadron 

Alliance, NE – The Sallows Military Museum is hosting their annual Veteran’s Day Open House on Monday, November 11 th from 1:00pm-3:30pm at 1101 Niobrara Ave. Cider and cookies will be served.

For more information, please contact the Sallows Military Museum at (308) 762-2385.

By City of AllianceAlliance, NE – The Sallows Military Museum is hosting their annual Veteran’s Day Open House on Monday, November 11 th from 1:00pm-3:30pm at 1101 Niobrara Ave. Cider and cookies will be served.For more information, please contact the Sallows Military Museum at (308) 762-2385.

Sallows Military Museum to host Veteran's Day open house in Alliance 

The election was held on Nov. 5 in the State of Nebraska.

Below are unofficial&nbsp; results from the election in Dawes County.

US President Trump/Vance 1,078 Harris/Walz 552&nbsp;&nbsp;

US Senator Deb Fischer 956 Dan Osborn 685&nbsp;&nbsp;

US Senator Pete Ricketts 1,131 Preston Love Jr 504&nbsp;&nbsp; Congress District 3 Adrian Smith 1,154 Daniel Ebers 473&nbsp;&nbsp;

Kevin Oleksy 725 Clay Andersen 707 Loren “Bat” Pourier 596 Jessy M. Roberts 570 Write-In Totals 17

Chadron School Board Melissa Webster 1,116 Colleen C. Margetts 1,115 Boone C. Huffman 1,023 Write-In Totals 21

Dawes County Commissioner District 3

Referendum Measure 435 Retain 572 Repeal 1029

Initiative Measure 436 For 1183 Against 403

Initiative Measure 437 For 1146 Against 465

Initiative Measure 438 For 1065 Against 545

Initiative Measure 439 For 873 Against 750

Crawford City Council (Vote for 2) Christopher “Skip” Dean&nbsp; 267 Amanda L. Lager 193 Anthony “Tony” Storbeck — 167 Robert “Doc” Tovmassian&nbsp;84

Donald Edelman 496 Stephen Mallery 215 Jarrod Allen 187 Cody Gibbons&nbsp; 180&nbsp;&nbsp;

Dawes County Commissioner, District 3 Walter Juhlin 977 Tony Johnson&nbsp; 375 Write In&nbsp; 6

&nbsp; Dawes County Public Defender Rebecca Chasek&nbsp; 93 Write In 134&nbsp;&nbsp;

Whitney Village Board Fred Raben&nbsp; 23 Carol Connell 22 Write In&nbsp; 5

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 </figure>The election was held on Nov. 5 in the State of Nebraska.Below are unofficial&nbsp; results from the election in Dawes County.US President Trump/Vance 1,078 Harris/Walz 552&nbsp;&nbsp;US Senator Deb Fischer 956 Dan Osborn 685&nbsp;&nbsp;US Senator Pete Ricketts 1,131 Preston Love Jr 504&nbsp;&nbsp; Congress District 3 Adrian Smith 1,154 Daniel Ebers 473&nbsp;&nbsp; Chadron City Council (Vote for 2)Kevin Oleksy 725 Clay Andersen 707 Loren “Bat” Pourier 596 Jessy M. Roberts 570 Write-In Totals 17Chadron School Board Melissa Webster 1,116 Colleen C. Margetts 1,115 Boone C. Huffman 1,023 Write-In Totals 21Dawes County Commissioner District 3 Walter L. Juhlin 339 Tony Johnson 178Legislature District 43Tanya Storer 870 Tony Tangwall 590Initiative Measure 43For 850 Against 764Referendum Measure 435 Retain 572 Repeal 1029Initiative Measure 436 For 1183 Against 403Initiative Measure 437 For 1146 Against 465Initiative Measure 438 For 1065 Against 545Initiative Measure 439 For 873 Against 750Crawford City Council (Vote for 2) Christopher “Skip” Dean&nbsp; 267 Amanda L. Lager 193 Anthony “Tony” Storbeck — 167 Robert “Doc” Tovmassian&nbsp;84&nbsp; Crawford School BoardDonald Edelman 496 Stephen Mallery 215 Jarrod Allen 187 Cody Gibbons&nbsp; 180&nbsp;&nbsp;Dawes County Commissioner, District 3 Walter Juhlin 977 Tony Johnson&nbsp; 375 Write In&nbsp; 6&nbsp; Dawes County Public Defender Rebecca Chasek&nbsp; 93 Write In 134&nbsp;&nbsp;Whitney Village Board Fred Raben&nbsp; 23 Carol Connell 22 Write In&nbsp; 5

Dawes County general election results 2024

ALLO Fiber is excited to kick off the return of ALLO for Education, a program where they support local schools throughout their fiberhoods. The program's success in the past has been a tremendous benefit to our communities as they have&nbsp; donated over $372,000 to local schools. With the help of their friends and neighbors, they hope to reach their goal this&nbsp; year and help promote education to build a brighter future for students and educators.&nbsp;

"At ALLO, we’re dedicated to closing the technology gap and uplifting the communities we serve. We believe the best way&nbsp; to inspire growth and innovation is to start with our children and schools, which is why the ALLO for Education campaign is&nbsp; so important to us,” said Tanna Hanna, Vice President of Marketing.&nbsp;

ALLO for Education is a program that donates $50 to a school of the customer’s choice for each new residential customer&nbsp; who obtains ALLO high-speed internet, TV or phone service between November 1st and December 31st, 2024.&nbsp;

"Technology is essential in the lives of students, schools, and our communities. ALLO’s all-fiber network delivers&nbsp; unparalleled speed, enabling students to explore opportunities beyond their classroom walls,” said Hanna. "The donations&nbsp; will help schools invest in technology-focused resources and improvements."&nbsp;

Visit AlloFiber.com/Education to learn more.&nbsp;&nbsp;

ALLO Fiber, a leader in providing fiber-optic services, has been dedicated to delivering world-class communications and&nbsp; entertainment services since 2003. With a commitment to building Gigabit communities, ALLO now serves over 45&nbsp; communities across Nebraska, Colorado, Arizona, Missouri, Iowa, and Kansas. ALLO is known for its reliable fiber&nbsp; networks and customized technology solutions that support businesses of all sizes. For more information, visit&nbsp; AlloFiber.com.&nbsp;

Allo Fiber Press ReleaseALLO Fiber is excited to kick off the return of ALLO for Education, a program where they support local schools throughout their fiberhoods. The program's success in the past has been a tremendous benefit to our communities as they have&nbsp; donated over $372,000 to local schools. With the help of their friends and neighbors, they hope to reach their goal this&nbsp; year and help promote education to build a brighter future for students and educators.&nbsp;"At ALLO, we’re dedicated to closing the technology gap and uplifting the communities we serve. We believe the best way&nbsp; to inspire growth and innovation is to start with our children and schools, which is why the ALLO for Education campaign is&nbsp; so important to us,” said Tanna Hanna, Vice President of Marketing.&nbsp;ALLO for Education is a program that donates $50 to a school of the customer’s choice for each new residential customer&nbsp; who obtains ALLO high-speed internet, TV or phone service between November 1st and December 31st, 2024.&nbsp;"Technology is essential in the lives of students, schools, and our communities. ALLO’s all-fiber network delivers&nbsp; unparalleled speed, enabling students to explore opportunities beyond their classroom walls,” said Hanna. "The donations&nbsp; will help schools invest in technology-focused resources and improvements."&nbsp;Visit AlloFiber.com/Education to learn more.&nbsp;&nbsp;About ALLO Fiber&nbsp;ALLO Fiber, a leader in providing fiber-optic services, has been dedicated to delivering world-class communications and&nbsp; entertainment services since 2003. With a commitment to building Gigabit communities, ALLO now serves over 45&nbsp; communities across Nebraska, Colorado, Arizona, Missouri, Iowa, and Kansas. ALLO is known for its reliable fiber&nbsp; networks and customized technology solutions that support businesses of all sizes. For more information, visit&nbsp; AlloFiber.com.&nbsp;

ALLO for Education program launched on November 1st

By Alliance Airport Director&nbsp;Lynn Placek

Alliance, NE&nbsp;– The Alliance Police Department, Alliance Fire Department and the Alliance Airport Maintenance Staff, responded to an emergency situation involving a single-engine aircraft experiencing power loss.

At approximately 8:30 AM, the aircraft, which was reported to have four occupants including the pilot, and 60 pounds of fuel remaining, lost power and was in danger of shutting down. The FAA Denver Center and local authorities were notified and began coordinating a safe landing.

First responders were dispatched to the Alliance Airport&nbsp;for the aircraft’s emergency landing. Multiple units&nbsp;were deployed to the scene to assist with the situation.

The aircraft successfully landed without incident, and all units were cleared to return to regular operations by 8:40 AM. No injuries were reported, and the situation was resolved safely and efficiently.

Chief David Leavitt stated “Our role in this incident was to support the incident command established by the Alliance Fire Department. Our partnership, and ability to work together is an asset to our community.”

 Fire Chief Troy Shoemaker and Airport Manager Lynn Placek stated that the safety of the citizens is their top priority and were both glad that the incident concluded without any harm to the pilot or the public.

For further information, please contact Airport Director Lynn Placek at 308-762-4512.

By Alliance Airport Director&nbsp;Lynn PlacekAlliance, NE&nbsp;– The Alliance Police Department, Alliance Fire Department and the Alliance Airport Maintenance Staff, responded to an emergency situation involving a single-engine aircraft experiencing power loss.At approximately 8:30 AM, the aircraft, which was reported to have four occupants including the pilot, and 60 pounds of fuel remaining, lost power and was in danger of shutting down. The FAA Denver Center and local authorities were notified and began coordinating a safe landing.First responders were dispatched to the Alliance Airport&nbsp;for the aircraft’s emergency landing. Multiple units&nbsp;were deployed to the scene to assist with the situation.The aircraft successfully landed without incident, and all units were cleared to return to regular operations by 8:40 AM. No injuries were reported, and the situation was resolved safely and efficiently.Chief David Leavitt stated “Our role in this incident was to support the incident command established by the Alliance Fire Department. Our partnership, and ability to work together is an asset to our community.” Fire Chief Troy Shoemaker and Airport Manager Lynn Placek stated that the safety of the citizens is their top priority and were both glad that the incident concluded without any harm to the pilot or the public.For further information, please contact Airport Director Lynn Placek at 308-762-4512.

Alliance authorities respond to emergency aircraft landing

Box Butte County Clerk Martie Burke said there was a 71.39% voter turn out in Box Butte County.

Below are unofficial results from the election in Box Butte County:

Rep. Trump/Vance 3,781 Dem Harris/Walz 1,033 Lib Oliver/ter Maat 27 Pet Stein/Kpadenou 18 Lmn West/Abdullah 16 Write-In 6 Total Votes Cast 4,881

US Senator 6 Year Term&nbsp;(Vote for 1)

Rep Deb Fischer 3,166 Pet Dan Osborn 1,619 Write-In Totals 20 Total Votes Cast 4,805

US Senator 2 Year Term&nbsp;(Vote for 1)

Rep Pete Ricketts 3,831 Dem Preston Love Jr. 974 Write-In Totals 11 Total Votes Cast 4,816

Congress Dist. 3&nbsp;(Vote for 1)

Rep Adrian Smith 3,842 Dem Daniel Ebers 924 Write-In Totals 9 Total Votes Cast 4,775

County Commissioner&nbsp;(Vote for 1)

Rep Steve Burke 4,208 Write-In Totals 62 Total Votes Cast 4,272

Paul E. Strommen 3,063 Larry L.S. Bolinger 1,130 Write-In Totals 27 Total Votes Cast 4,220

Alliance City Council 4 Year Term (Vote for 2)&nbsp;

Travis Turman 1,656 John S. McGhehey 1,634 Randall Hitchcock 1,330 Tamara Wood 833 Write-In Totals 41 Total Votes Cast 5,494

Alliance City Council 2 Year Term (Vote for 1) Jay Weisgerber 1,040 Brenda K Bishop 663 Russell Saito 482 Chuck Frisch 441 Write-In Totals 21 Total Votes Cast 2,647

Hemingford Village Board of Trustees (Vote for 3)&nbsp; Jake Frost 292 Richard K Wacker 241 Mikayla Randolph-Smith 193 Lynda K. Novotny 165 Erik Pehoviack 83 Write-In Totals 5 Total Votes Cast 981

Retain Judge Martin (Vote for 1)&nbsp;

Yes 3,137 No 885 Total Votes Cast 4,022

Yes 3,104 No 912 Total Votes Cast 4,016

John P. Stinner 3,654 Write-In Totals 31 Total Votes Cast 3,685

Upper Niobrara White NRD SubDist 1

Richard Zochol 3,986 Write-In Totals 26 Total Votes Cast 4,012

Upper Niobrara White NRD SubDist 2

Scott Berndt 3,723 Write-In Totals 24 Total Votes Cast 3,747

Upper Niobrara White NRD SubDist 3

David R. Carlson 3,685 Write-In Totals 19 Total Votes Cast 3,704

Upper Niobrara White NRD SubDist 4

John Burke 3,864 Write-In Totals 26 Total Votes Cast 3,890

Upper Niobrara White NRD SubDist 5

Al Rasmussen 3,718 Write-In Totals 22 Total Votes Cast 3,740

Rusty M. Kemp 292 Write-In Totals 3 Total Votes Cast 295

District 6 School Board Member (Vote for 3)

Jake Sylvester 2,512 Shana Brown 2,493 Write-In Totals 162 Total Votes Cast 5,167

District 10 School Board Member Ward A

Patricia Schumacher 677 Write-In Totals 9 Total Votes Cast 686

District 10 School Board Member Ward B

Rick Horstman 747 Write-In Totals 6 Total Votes Cast 753

District 10 School Board Member Ward C&nbsp;

Brett Cullan 696 Write-In Totals 12 Total Votes Cast 708

District 21 School Board Member (Vote for 3)&nbsp;

Karl Grueber 1 Kim Burry 0 Christina Mascher 0&nbsp; Jessica Dankowski 0 Write-In Totals 0

Distict 63 School Board Member (Vote for 3)

Gregory A. Carrier 2 Kay Anderson 2 Linda Norman 2 Ryan Amateis 1 Write-In Totals 0 Total Votes Cast 7

Initiative Measure 434 (Vote for 1)

Hemingford School Board Ward A Patricia Schumacher&nbsp; 87 Write In&nbsp; 0

Hemingford School Board Ward B Rick Horstman&nbsp; 91 Write In&nbsp; 1

Hemingford School Board Ward C Brett Cullan&nbsp; 87 Write In 0

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 </figure>The election was held on Nov. 5 in the State of Nebraska.Box Butte County Clerk Martie Burke said there was a 71.39% voter turn out in Box Butte County.Below are unofficial results from the election in Box Butte County:Ballots cast total: 4,940US President (Vote for 1) Rep. Trump/Vance 3,781 Dem Harris/Walz 1,033 Lib Oliver/ter Maat 27 Pet Stein/Kpadenou 18 Lmn West/Abdullah 16 Write-In 6 Total Votes Cast 4,881US Senator 6 Year Term&nbsp;(Vote for 1)Rep Deb Fischer 3,166 Pet Dan Osborn 1,619 Write-In Totals 20 Total Votes Cast 4,805US Senator 2 Year Term&nbsp;(Vote for 1)Rep Pete Ricketts 3,831 Dem Preston Love Jr. 974 Write-In Totals 11 Total Votes Cast 4,816Congress Dist. 3&nbsp;(Vote for 1)Rep Adrian Smith 3,842 Dem Daniel Ebers 924 Write-In Totals 9 Total Votes Cast 4,775County Commissioner&nbsp;(Vote for 1)Rep Steve Burke 4,208 Write-In Totals 62 Total Votes Cast 4,272Legislative Dist. 47 (Vote for 1)Paul E. Strommen 3,063 Larry L.S. Bolinger 1,130 Write-In Totals 27 Total Votes Cast 4,220Alliance City Council 4 Year Term (Vote for 2)&nbsp;Travis Turman 1,656 John S. McGhehey 1,634 Randall Hitchcock 1,330 Tamara Wood 833 Write-In Totals 41 Total Votes Cast 5,494Alliance City Council 2 Year Term (Vote for 1) Jay Weisgerber 1,040 Brenda K Bishop 663 Russell Saito 482 Chuck Frisch 441 Write-In Totals 21 Total Votes Cast 2,647Hemingford Village Board of Trustees (Vote for 3)&nbsp; Jake Frost 292 Richard K Wacker 241 Mikayla Randolph-Smith 193 Lynda K. Novotny 165 Erik Pehoviack 83 Write-In Totals 5 Total Votes Cast 981Retain Judge Martin (Vote for 1)&nbsp;Yes 3,137 No 885 Total Votes Cast 4,022Retain Judge WeimerYes 3,104 No 912 Total Votes Cast 4,016Western CC Dist 3Write-In totals 342Western CC at Large John P. Stinner 3,654 Write-In Totals 31 Total Votes Cast 3,685Upper Niobrara White NRD SubDist 1Richard Zochol 3,986 Write-In Totals 26 Total Votes Cast 4,012Upper Niobrara White NRD SubDist 2Scott Berndt 3,723 Write-In Totals 24 Total Votes Cast 3,747Upper Niobrara White NRD SubDist 3David R. Carlson 3,685 Write-In Totals 19 Total Votes Cast 3,704Upper Niobrara White NRD SubDist 4 John Burke 3,864 Write-In Totals 26 Total Votes Cast 3,890Upper Niobrara White NRD SubDist 5Al Rasmussen 3,718 Write-In Totals 22 Total Votes Cast 3,740Nebraska PPD SubDiv 5Rusty M. Kemp 292 Write-In Totals 3 Total Votes Cast 295ESU No. 13 Dist 2Write-In Totals 191District 6 School Board Member (Vote for 3)Jake Sylvester 2,512 Shana Brown 2,493 Write-In Totals 162 Total Votes Cast 5,167District 10 School Board Member Ward APatricia Schumacher 677 Write-In Totals 9 Total Votes Cast 686District 10 School Board Member Ward BRick Horstman 747 Write-In Totals 6 Total Votes Cast 753District 10 School Board Member Ward C&nbsp;Brett Cullan 696 Write-In Totals 12 Total Votes Cast 708District 21 School Board Member (Vote for 3)&nbsp;Karl Grueber 1 Kim Burry 0 Christina Mascher 0&nbsp; Jessica Dankowski 0 Write-In Totals 0Distict 63 School Board Member (Vote for 3)Gregory A. Carrier 2 Kay Anderson 2 Linda Norman 2 Ryan Amateis 1 Write-In Totals 0 Total Votes Cast 7Initiative Measure 434 (Vote for 1)For 3,079 Against 1,627Referendum Measure 435Retain 2,332 Repeal 2,222Initiative Measure 436For 3,357 Against 1,192Initiative Measure 437For 3,032 Against 1,575Initiative Measure 438For 2,793 Against 1,785Initiative Measure 439Against 2,810 For 1,908Hemingford School Board Ward A Patricia Schumacher&nbsp; 87 Write In&nbsp; 0Hemingford School Board Ward B Rick Horstman&nbsp; 91 Write In&nbsp; 1Hemingford School Board Ward C Brett Cullan&nbsp; 87 Write In 0

Box Butte County general election results 2024 

Veteran's Day parade to be held in Alliance

Producers growing corn, potatoes or sugar beets in 2025 can receive up to $15 per acre for reducing nitrogen applications.

The Nitrogen Reduction Incentive Program was created by the Nebraska Legislature during the 2024 Session to encourage producers to use less nitrogen with the goal of protecting and improving groundwater quality. Incentive payments range from $10 to $15 per acre and are based on established priority areas. Within the Upper Niobrara White NRD, defined municipal well head protection areas will be the highest priorities and will be eligible for the $15 per acre payment with irrigated fields and dryland fields being eligible for the $12 and $10 per acre, respectfully. Payments will be based on a reduction of 40 lbs. per acre or 15% of historic nitrogen application.

By Upper Niobrara White NRDProducers growing corn, potatoes or sugar beets in 2025 can receive up to $15 per acre for reducing nitrogen applications.The Nitrogen Reduction Incentive Program was created by the Nebraska Legislature during the 2024 Session to encourage producers to use less nitrogen with the goal of protecting and improving groundwater quality. Incentive payments range from $10 to $15 per acre and are based on established priority areas. Within the Upper Niobrara White NRD, defined municipal well head protection areas will be the highest priorities and will be eligible for the $15 per acre payment with irrigated fields and dryland fields being eligible for the $12 and $10 per acre, respectfully. Payments will be based on a reduction of 40 lbs. per acre or 15% of historic nitrogen application.

Applications being accepted for the Nitrogen Reduction Incentive Program

Florists across central United States including Alliance Floral in Alliance will gather over 20 tons of food for those in need November 11-16, 2024. Dubbed “Caring Rose Week,” the stores are deeply discounting bouquets of one dozen roses and accepting canned goods as partial payment.

Florists in each community designate a food-distribution charity in their area. The canned goods collected are distributed to feed those within the community who cannot otherwise meet their nutritional needs. Coming at the onset of seasonally cold weather, the program helps food-distribution programs when families begin to experience the greatest financial pressure.

The food contributed by Caring Rose Week donors is significant, not only in quantity, but in quality. Food pantries get wholesome foods not available from their traditional sources, and it goes to work in the communities where it is gathered.


Now in its 26 th year, “Caring Rose Week” has distributed over one-half million pounds of food since its inception. The concept is the brainchild of Harry Whelden, General Manager of North American Wholesale Florists in Sioux Falls, SD. “Almost 225 flower shops across the Great Plains are taking the time and energy to help meet this need, and I’m truly grateful,” says Whelden. “While many are buying toys and other Christmas gifts, many across America are without food.”

“National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week” sponsored by the National Coalition for the Homeless and the National Student Campaign Against Hunger &amp; Homelessness which takes place each year one week before Thanksgiving.

For more information about National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week, see the National Coalition for the Homeless website: http://www.nationalhomeless.org

Florists across central United States including Alliance Floral in Alliance will gather over 20 tons of food for those in need November 11-16, 2024. Dubbed “Caring Rose Week,” the stores are deeply discounting bouquets of one dozen roses and accepting canned goods as partial payment.Florists in each community designate a food-distribution charity in their area. The canned goods collected are distributed to feed those within the community who cannot otherwise meet their nutritional needs. Coming at the onset of seasonally cold weather, the program helps food-distribution programs when families begin to experience the greatest financial pressure.The food contributed by Caring Rose Week donors is significant, not only in quantity, but in quality. Food pantries get wholesome foods not available from their traditional sources, and it goes to work in the communities where it is gathered.
Now in its 26 th year, “Caring Rose Week” has distributed over one-half million pounds of food since its inception. The concept is the brainchild of Harry Whelden, General Manager of North American Wholesale Florists in Sioux Falls, SD. “Almost 225 flower shops across the Great Plains are taking the time and energy to help meet this need, and I’m truly grateful,” says Whelden. “While many are buying toys and other Christmas gifts, many across America are without food.”“National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week” sponsored by the National Coalition for the Homeless and the National Student Campaign Against Hunger &amp; Homelessness which takes place each year one week before Thanksgiving.For more information about National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week, see the National Coalition for the Homeless website: http://www.nationalhomeless.org

Flower shops will collect tons of food for charity including Alliance Floral 

P202400611 01:13 DUI : DUI Officer initiated traffic stop on vehicle near 3rd and Box Butte. Driver was found to be under the influence and subsequently arrested. Closed - Charges Recommended

P202400611 01:13 DUI : DUI Officer initiated traffic stop on vehicle near 3rd and Box Butte. Driver was found to be under the influence and subsequently arrested. Closed - Resolved

P202400612 04:30 CRIMINAL MISCHIEF : Inactive - Case Suspended

P202400614 13:44 MVA : NON INJURY Officer dispatched to single vehicle MVA. No injuries, report taken. Closed - Resolved

P202400616 20:22 MVA : NON INJURY Responded to a motor vehicle accident in the 400 block of Cody Ave. Vehicle struck a parked vehicle. Both vehicles were deemed totaled and towed from scene. EMS responded and no injuries were reported. Closed - Charges Recommended

P202400617 20:46 THEFT : THEFT Officers responded to 500 E 3rd in reference to a reported theft. Suspects were later identified and interviewed. Closed - Charges Recommended

P202400618 20:18 JUV : JUVENILE Closed - Charges Recommended

P202400619 21:22 THEFT : THEFT Open - Under Investigation

P202400620 07:40 CRIMINAL MISCHIEF : Inactive - Case Suspended

P202400621 11:42 JUV : JUVENILE officers responded to the Meadows in reference to an uncontrollable juvenile/ charges recommended Closed - Charges Recommended

P202400622 00:34 AOA : ASSIST OTHER Closed - Charges Recommended

P202400622 00:34 AOA : ASSIST OTHER Forward to Other Agency

By Alliance Police Department10/27/24P202400611 01:13 DUI : DUI Officer initiated traffic stop on vehicle near 3rd and Box Butte. Driver was found to be under the influence and subsequently arrested. Closed - Charges RecommendedP202400611 01:13 DUI : DUI Officer initiated traffic stop on vehicle near 3rd and Box Butte. Driver was found to be under the influence and subsequently arrested. Closed - ResolvedP202400612 04:30 CRIMINAL MISCHIEF : Inactive - Case Suspended10/27/24 Total: 310/28/24P202400614 13:44 MVA : NON INJURY Officer dispatched to single vehicle MVA. No injuries, report taken. Closed - ResolvedP202400616 20:22 MVA : NON INJURY Responded to a motor vehicle accident in the 400 block of Cody Ave. Vehicle struck a parked vehicle. Both vehicles were deemed totaled and towed from scene. EMS responded and no injuries were reported. Closed - Charges RecommendedP202400617 20:46 THEFT : THEFT Officers responded to 500 E 3rd in reference to a reported theft. Suspects were later identified and interviewed. Closed - Charges Recommended10/28/24 Total: 310/29/24P202400618 20:18 JUV : JUVENILE Closed - Charges Recommended10/29/24 Total: 110/30/24P202400619 21:22 THEFT : THEFT Open - Under Investigation10/30/24 Total: 110/31/24P202400620 07:40 CRIMINAL MISCHIEF : Inactive - Case SuspendedP202400621 11:42 JUV : JUVENILE officers responded to the Meadows in reference to an uncontrollable juvenile/ charges recommended Closed - Charges Recommended11/01/24P202400622 00:34 AOA : ASSIST OTHER Closed - Charges RecommendedP202400622 00:34 AOA : ASSIST OTHER Forward to Other Agency11/01/24 Total: 2Total Records: 12

Alliance Police Department: The media report 

By TENA L. COOK, CSC MARKETING COORDINATOR

CHADRON – Chadron State College is the exclusive Nebraska sponsor of a positive digital messaging platform called the Kindness eWall. The platform designed by YouUplift, is intended for students, teachers, and staff to share encouraging and uplifting comments on digital displays on the walls of their schools. CSC’s sponsorship makes the Kindness eWall free to all public and private Nebraska schools grades K-12.

Fifty-two of Nebraska’s schools have already signed up for the opportunity and 80 more have initiated the onboarding process, according to Kurt Thiele, YouUplift’s Director of Partnership Marketing. He said first-year sponsorships average around 20 percent of each state’s schools and Nebraska has about 1,000 schools.

CSC will be mentioned in media-rich video ads and click-through banners on all participating Nebraska K-12 schools’ Kindness eWall platforms and on&nbsp;<a href="http://www.youuplift.com/" target="_blank">www.YouUplift.com</a>.

“Chadron State College is proud to promote and be associated with positivity and kindness in Nebraska’s schools,” said Alex Helmbrecht, Director of College Relations. “The sponsorship of the Kindness eWall reflects CSC’s commitment to strengthening communities and investing in the well-being of students and educators. We’re excited to help create spaces where kindness can thrive throughout Nebraska.”

The locations of displays vary from school to school. Since each school's Kindness eWall is housed via its unique URL link, most schools place their Kindness eWall on one or more TV monitors in their hallways. They also place their Kindness eWall on their school website, and many also share it via their social media platforms or digital newsletters.

A faculty moderator at each school is responsible for the content&nbsp;posted. The platform is privacy-compliant and has no data collection.

CSC’s first monthly analytics report about the performance of Kindness eWalls indicates about 3,000 impressions of CSC’s message on the platform and the YouUplift website.

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 </figure>CHADRON – Chadron State College is the exclusive Nebraska sponsor of a positive digital messaging platform called the Kindness eWall. The platform designed by YouUplift, is intended for students, teachers, and staff to share encouraging and uplifting comments on digital displays on the walls of their schools. CSC’s sponsorship makes the Kindness eWall free to all public and private Nebraska schools grades K-12.Fifty-two of Nebraska’s schools have already signed up for the opportunity and 80 more have initiated the onboarding process, according to Kurt Thiele, YouUplift’s Director of Partnership Marketing. He said first-year sponsorships average around 20 percent of each state’s schools and Nebraska has about 1,000 schools.CSC will be mentioned in media-rich video ads and click-through banners on all participating Nebraska K-12 schools’ Kindness eWall platforms and on&nbsp;<a href="http://www.youuplift.com/" target="_blank">www.YouUplift.com</a>.“Chadron State College is proud to promote and be associated with positivity and kindness in Nebraska’s schools,” said Alex Helmbrecht, Director of College Relations. “The sponsorship of the Kindness eWall reflects CSC’s commitment to strengthening communities and investing in the well-being of students and educators. We’re excited to help create spaces where kindness can thrive throughout Nebraska.”The locations of displays vary from school to school. Since each school's Kindness eWall is housed via its unique URL link, most schools place their Kindness eWall on one or more TV monitors in their hallways. They also place their Kindness eWall on their school website, and many also share it via their social media platforms or digital newsletters.A faculty moderator at each school is responsible for the content&nbsp;posted. The platform is privacy-compliant and has no data collection.CSC’s first monthly analytics report about the performance of Kindness eWalls indicates about 3,000 impressions of CSC’s message on the platform and the YouUplift website.

Chadron State College sponsors statewide Kindness e-Wall

The dream of a new playground in Hemingford is one big step closer to reality! The playground equipment has been officially ordered, and the Kid’s Playground Advisory Committee finalized the color palette. Soon, children in Hemingford will have a safe, exciting place to explore, play, and grow!

Thanks to a generous $20,000 grant from the Oregon Trail Community Foundation, along with recent donations of $5,000 from Legacy Coop and $1,000 from the Alliance Eagles, we were able to bring this project to life. With most of the funds already raised, these contributions ensured we could include additional, inclusive features for children who may benefit from them.

In the meantime, final fundraising efforts continue with a special beef raffle of four ¼ beef. Tickets can be purchased any time at the Village office, Mobius/Hemingford Telephone Company, or the Hemingford Credit Union. They are $20/ticket, and the drawing will be held on December 4 at the Hemingford Believe community event. The beef is donated by Delsing Farms with processing donated by Jordan’s Pack.

"We are thrilled to bring this playground to life for the kids in our community," said the Foundation board. "Imagine what it will be like to be a kid in Hemingford, with a fantastic new place to play and spend time with friends!" The playground is set to be installed by Memorial weekend, just in time for summer fun.

Thank you to everyone who has contributed so far. With continued community support, we’ll make this playground a place where memories are made for years to come!

Foundation Board Priorities for the Next Three Years:

The board, consisting of Jessica Davies, April Delsing, Joni Jespersen, Tonya Mayer, and Tabi Prochazka, meets regularly to serve the residents of Hemingford and the surrounding area. Their mission is to identify and support the people, organizations, and projects that make Hemingford a great place to live, learn, work, and play. The Foundation is an affiliate fund of the Oregon Trail Community Foundation.&nbsp;

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 </figure>The dream of a new playground in Hemingford is one big step closer to reality! The playground equipment has been officially ordered, and the Kid’s Playground Advisory Committee finalized the color palette. Soon, children in Hemingford will have a safe, exciting place to explore, play, and grow!Thanks to a generous $20,000 grant from the Oregon Trail Community Foundation, along with recent donations of $5,000 from Legacy Coop and $1,000 from the Alliance Eagles, we were able to bring this project to life. With most of the funds already raised, these contributions ensured we could include additional, inclusive features for children who may benefit from them.In the meantime, final fundraising efforts continue with a special beef raffle of four ¼ beef. Tickets can be purchased any time at the Village office, Mobius/Hemingford Telephone Company, or the Hemingford Credit Union. They are $20/ticket, and the drawing will be held on December 4 at the Hemingford Believe community event. The beef is donated by Delsing Farms with processing donated by Jordan’s Pack."We are thrilled to bring this playground to life for the kids in our community," said the Foundation board. "Imagine what it will be like to be a kid in Hemingford, with a fantastic new place to play and spend time with friends!" The playground is set to be installed by Memorial weekend, just in time for summer fun.Thank you to everyone who has contributed so far. With continued community support, we’ll make this playground a place where memories are made for years to come!Foundation Board Priorities for the Next Three Years:<ul>
 <li>Strategic Giving</li><li>Maximizing 501(c)3 Access</li><li>Community Presence</li><li>Strategic Partnerships</li>
 </ul>The board, consisting of Jessica Davies, April Delsing, Joni Jespersen, Tonya Mayer, and Tabi Prochazka, meets regularly to serve the residents of Hemingford and the surrounding area. Their mission is to identify and support the people, organizations, and projects that make Hemingford a great place to live, learn, work, and play. The Foundation is an affiliate fund of the Oregon Trail Community Foundation.&nbsp;

Hemingford's playground dream comes to life

By United Way of Western Nebraska&nbsp;

Scottsbluff – Runza® Restaurants are teaming up with United Way of Western Nebraska to help make a difference in the communities they serve!

On Thursday, November 7 th , Runza® Restaurants in Alliance, Chadron, Gering and Scottsbluff will be donating 10% of their day’s sales to United Way. The dollars raised will help fund non- profit agencies and programs serving local families in the areas of healthy community, youth opportunity, financial security, and community resiliency, as well as support United Way with community impact projects focusing on food insecurity, homeless prevention, providing basic needs for families in need and fighting poverty in the communities they serve.

Drive thru, dine-in or carry-out! Enjoy great food for a great cause!

United Way of Western Nebraska is a nonprofit organization that unites people and resources to build a stronger, healthier and more compassionate community. UWWN currently supports 23 local nonprofit agencies in the areas of education, health and financial stability and provides key community impact initiatives to the local community. United Way has been reinvesting in Western Nebraska since their inception in 1945. For more information, visit&nbsp;www.uwwn.org.

By United Way of Western Nebraska&nbsp;Scottsbluff – Runza® Restaurants are teaming up with United Way of Western Nebraska to help make a difference in the communities they serve!On Thursday, November 7 th , Runza® Restaurants in Alliance, Chadron, Gering and Scottsbluff will be donating 10% of their day’s sales to United Way. The dollars raised will help fund non- profit agencies and programs serving local families in the areas of healthy community, youth opportunity, financial security, and community resiliency, as well as support United Way with community impact projects focusing on food insecurity, homeless prevention, providing basic needs for families in need and fighting poverty in the communities they serve.Drive thru, dine-in or carry-out! Enjoy great food for a great cause! United Way of Western Nebraska is a nonprofit organization that unites people and resources to build a stronger, healthier and more compassionate community. UWWN currently supports 23 local nonprofit agencies in the areas of education, health and financial stability and provides key community impact initiatives to the local community. United Way has been reinvesting in Western Nebraska since their inception in 1945. For more information, visit&nbsp;www.uwwn.org.

Runza hosts fundraiser to benefit United Way of Western Nebraska 

<a href="https://nebraskaexaminer.com/2024/11/04/what-to-know-before-election-day-in-nebraskas-2024-general-election/">Nebraska Examiner</a>

LINCOLN&nbsp; — Attention Nebraska voters:&nbsp;Those of you who haven’t voted yet have spent months being bombarded by ads and text messages, campaign mailers and news coverage. You’re ready to vote.

But just a reminder before you head to the polls: Take along a photo ID.

The state’s voters passed a constitutional amendment in 2022 requiring a picture ID to vote, and the Legislature in 2023 specified what types of identification would be accepted.&nbsp;

Primary election voters have already done the ID drill, but this is the first statewide general election since the changes. If you forget an ID, you’ll have to go home to get it and return, or you’ll have to vote provisionally, taking an ID to your county election office after Election Day.

If you’re planning on voting early in person on Monday, you’ll need to present a state-approved ID at your county election office.

Monday is the last day to vote in person at a county clerk’s office or county election office. But voters can still return early ballots to a county drop box until 8 p.m. Central Tuesday.

By now, it is too late to put a ballot in the mail. Mailed ballots have to be received by counties before the close of in-person voting at 8 p.m. Central Tuesday.

Early voters who want to confirm whether their returned ballots have bee

Early voters showing up, especially in person

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 </figure>Aaron Sanderford and Cindy Gonzalez<a href="https://nebraskaexaminer.com/2024/11/04/what-to-know-before-election-day-in-nebraskas-2024-general-election/">Nebraska Examiner</a>LINCOLN&nbsp; — Attention Nebraska voters:&nbsp;Those of you who haven’t voted yet have spent months being bombarded by ads and text messages, campaign mailers and news coverage. You’re ready to vote.But just a reminder before you head to the polls: Take along a photo ID.The state’s voters passed a constitutional amendment in 2022 requiring a picture ID to vote, and the Legislature in 2023 specified what types of identification would be accepted.&nbsp;Primary election voters have already done the ID drill, but this is the first statewide general election since the changes. If you forget an ID, you’ll have to go home to get it and return, or you’ll have to vote provisionally, taking an ID to your county election office after Election Day.<h2>Info for early voters</h2>If you’re planning on voting early in person on Monday, you’ll need to present a state-approved ID at your county election office.Monday is the last day to vote in person at a county clerk’s office or county election office. But voters can still return early ballots to a county drop box until 8 p.m. Central Tuesday.By now, it is too late to put a ballot in the mail. Mailed ballots have to be received by counties before the close of in-person voting at 8 p.m. Central Tuesday.<h2>Check your early vote</h2>Early voters who want to confirm whether their returned ballots have bee<h2>Early voters showing up, especially in person</h2>If Nebraska’s most populous county is any indication, voter turnout in the 2024 presidential election could be extraordinary.&nbsp;Douglas County Election Commissioner Brian Kruse last week predicted a 73% overall voter turnout in the county, including ballots cast on Election Day, but he said it could reach 75%.Turnout for the 2020 presidential election was 74.6%, aided in part by an overwhelming amount of early voting by mail related to the coronavirus pandemic.Typical presidential turnout in Douglas is a little lower, with the two previous statewide presidential general elections seeing turnout of 69.7% in 2016 and 68.9% in 2012.Rain or shine, daily lines around the Douglas County Election Commission have snaked around the building, with people standing outside for an hour or longer, officials said.“The rain didn’t deter them one bit,” Kruse said.Some 17,455 people had voted early in person by Friday morning at the west Omaha office. Kruse projected that up to 22,000 people would vote by late Monday. In 2020, 14,282 people voted early in-person.Kruse said that his office has had virtually no problems so far and that elections are safe and secure. He said people waiting in line have been “making new friends, visiting with each other.”Kruse said he remains confident in the overall process. He called high interest in voting this year a sign that “our democracy is alive and well.”“Voters should be assured that elections in Douglas County and across Nebraska are safe and secure,” Kruse said.<h2>Info for in-person voters</h2>People choosing to vote in person on Tuesday should plan for a little extra time, with higher-than-usual interest in the election, election officials urged.Polling places are open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Central and from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Mountain Time on Tuesday. You can check your polling place online at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.votercheck.necvr.ne.gov/voterview" target="_blank">https://www.votercheck.necvr.ne.gov/voterview</a>.&nbsp;Lines are expected to be a little longer and slower during the morning and evening rush hours clustered before and after daytime work schedules. The process might take a little longer, too, since poll workers must check IDs.Valid voter ID includes Nebraska driver’s licenses, state IDs, college IDs, military IDs, nursing home or hospital records, tribal IDs, political subdivision IDs or U.S. passports.People can get more information from state election officials on how voter ID works in Nebraska on the secretary’s website at&nbsp;<a href="https://sos.nebraska.gov/elections/voter-id" target="_blank">https://sos.nebraska.gov/elections/voter-id</a>People with questions can call their county election office at one of the numbers listed here: https://sos.nebraska.gov/elections/election-officials-contact-information.&nbsp;The Secretary of State’s Office will also be staffing its phones on Election Day at 402-471-2555.Poll watchers from both major parties will monitor polling sites statewide. Voting advocacy groups encouraged anyone facing problems to report them.Common Cause Nebraska is hosting a toll-free voter hotline at 866-687-8683. Civic Nebraska is operating a Voter Help Line at 402-890-5291.&nbsp;<h2>How results will come in</h2>State law in Nebraska, as in many states, does not let election officials count early voting ballots until Election Day. That slows results and often leads to longer waits for results in more populous counties.The state will start posting unofficial election results online starting at 8 p.m. Central or 7 p.m. Mountain Tuesday at&nbsp;<a href="http://electionresults.nebraska.gov/" target="_blank">electionresults.nebraska.gov</a>.It will update those results every five minutes until the last county election officials have called it a night, often long after midnight.&nbsp;Some counties also run their own separate results sites that are updated throughout the night. Douglas and Sarpy Counties, for instance, start releasing early voting ballot counts at 8 p.m.&nbsp;<h2>Election results</h2>Check statewide election results Tuesday night and after with the Nebraska Secretary of State’s Office:&nbsp;<a href="https://electionresults.nebraska.gov/" target="_blank">https://electionresults.nebraska.gov</a>Because this is the first general election since the implementation of Voter ID in Nebraska, officials expect a higher number of provisional ballots to be cast.But election officials were encouraged that only a handful of people ran into problems with IDs during the primary election in May, and they do not expect major problems.The biggest jump in votes counted after Election Day typically comes on Friday. Douglas County does not open and count its early votes returned on Election Day until Friday.That is often thousands of votes, but historically, those votes have rarely changed race outcomes, except in races with the narrowest of leads.&nbsp;Results from those early ballots returned to the election commission on Election Day tend to follow the same pattern as the first wave of early balloting results on Tuesday.

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