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HARTINGTON — The region has been experiencing lower-than-average rainfall over the last several months and one heavy irrigation pumping season could result in significant declines in groundwater levels.
Read morePAPILLION — An outside investigation of populist-fed fears about voting problems, funded by Sarpy County taxpayers, found no evidence of voter fraud and only a handful of mistakes by poll workers, none of which changed an election outcome.
Read moreWarm weather has returned and with it, the possibility for heat stress in animals. At especially high risk are animals on feed, like feedlot cattle, that are near harvest weights. While long lasting heat events can be deadly, with appropriate action, warm weather can be handled without too much issue.
Read moreRANDOLPH — Ten years ago, Chelsea Kuchta clutched her business degree in one hand and set off to find a job in banking.
Read moreHARTINGTON – The construction of Cedar County’s new emergency communications tower has been completed, but work at the site continues.
Read moreFor the folks who know my wife of 36 years, this next statement won’t come as much of a surprise.
Read moreCROFTON — More than 50 farmers, gardeners, crop consultants, and others interested in conservation convened June 29 at the Crofton City Auditorium to learn about the importance of soil biology and practices that can be implemented to promote soil health as part of the 2023 Bow Creek Field Day. A dynamic group of speakers addressed the group, featuring Dr. Elaine Ingham, founder of Soil Foodweb Inc., Jimmy Emmons, a regenerative farmer from Oklahoma, and Doug Steffen, a local producer, who is implementing best management practices to promote healthy soil biology.
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