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Reading 1, Titus 3:1-7 1 Remind them to be obedient to the officials in authority; to be ready to do good at every opportunity; 2 not to go slandering other people but to be peaceable and gentle, and always polite to people of all kinds. 3 There was a time when we too were ignorant, disobedient and misled and enslaved by different passions and dissipations; we lived then in wickedness and malice, hating each other and hateful ourselves. 4 But when the kindness and love of God our Saviour for humanity were revealed, 5 it was not because of any...
Drought conditions across much of Nebraska this summer, most severe in the west, have significantly reduced forage production from pasture and rangeland as well as hay ground and crop residue. Cow-calf producers will face a challenge in meeting the feed needs of the herd from now until next spring. When making a plan for a forage shortage, producers should remember these five steps: Calculate feed needs. Accurately assess the feed needs of all the cattle that are planned to be part of the operation from now into next spring. This is an...
LINCOLN — Millions use Twitter to share their rapid-fire opinions, observations and connections to real-time events. And natural disasters are often major conversation starters. With that in mind, National Drought Mitigation Center assistant director Kelly Helm Smith wanted to see what tweets said about the impacts of drought, and whether tweets could contribute to a drought early warning system. Smith embarked on a pilot study, the results of which were recently published in the Bulletin of the American Meteorological Society. She developed a...
“Caregiving Around the Clock” is the theme for this year’s National Family Caregivers Association, recognizing family caregivers. The first NFC Month Presidential Proclamation was issued by the White House in 1997, and every president since has followed suit by issuing an annual proclamation recognizing and honoring family caregivers in November. Nearly 60 percent of these caregivers work outside of the home. Some caregivers may feel overwhelmed at times because of their “double duty”. Because of this caregivers are encouraged to take some time...
Medicare’s annual Open Enrollment season is underway, and I want to encourage all people with Medicare to review their current health and prescription drug coverage. Under President Trump’s leadership, Medicare Advantage Plan premiums have fallen to historic lows, dropping an average of 34 percent over the last three years (and even more in some states). Many plans are offering a new insulin benefit that limits the maximum cost to $35 for a 30-day supply. By shopping around, you may be able to...
SIDNEY — Security First Bank was recently ranked by Newsweek magazine as the Best Small Bank in Nebraska. This inaugural ranking focused on identifying financial institutions across the nation that best serve their customers’ needs in today’s challenging times. “It’s a great honor to be recognized as the ‘Best Small Bank in Nebraska’” says John Daubert, President of Security First Bank. “This recognition reflects our core values as a Nebraska-based bank and our commitment to our customers and the communities we serve.” “As many businesses...
A new cancer support group has been formed for anyone who has been diagnosed in the past with cancer or if you ave been newly diagnosed. The first meeting, scheduled for Nov. 12, at St. Patrick's Parish Center Large Meeting Room, has been cancelled because of the rise in COVID-19 cases. The group plans to meet in 2021....
The Veterans Day Bean Feed in Sidney has been cancelled this year. The annual event hosted by the Disabled American Veterans, American Legion and Veterans of Foregin Wars has canlled the event due to heightened COVID-19 concerns. County Government Day Postponed The annual County Government Day held the third Monday in November has been postponed until spring 2021. The event is a day when high school students can tour county offices and meet elected officials....
The classroom is converted to a photo studio. Cameras are mounted on tripods. Lighting is balanced perfectly. The background is set in the right position behind the seat. All that is left is for the subject to be poised correctly and the photographer to see the personality in the image. Well, that is not quite all. There is the bookkeeping, the photo editing, the marketing and the numerous steps from concept to returning photos. One of the newest approaches in Sidney High School's Career...
Outlaw Motorsports recently held its grand opening and ribbon cutting with the Cheyenne County Chamber of Commerce. Owned by Nick and Diadra Eddy, Outlaw Motorsports specializes in small engine repair and Jeep customizations. Outlaw Motorsports is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and Saturday by appointment. Call 308-249-0580....
Like everyone, you want to remain physically and financially independent throughout your life. But if you lose some of this freedom, the last thing you’d want is to become a burden on your family. How can you keep this from happening? First of all, you need to be aware of the risk. Someone turning 65 today has almost a 70 percent chance of eventually needing some type of long-term care, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Of course, this doesn’t necessarily mean that you face that 70 percent likelihood. In reality, yo...
My wife and I recently received our annual fall flu shot and it got me to thinking about how the vaccine and immunization program has played an important role in avoiding many harmful diseases. Let’s consider the vaccination/immunization process as a way to understand God’s Plan of Salvation. As we all know, the Panhandle of Nebraska is well known for its cows and ranching. Who knew that cows would save the lives of countless people? In 1796, a physician named Edward Jenner decided to prove a theory that had been circulating for some time. Sma...
The COVID pandemic of 2020 has contributed to increased food insecurity for many Nebraska families. In response, communities have pitched in to help. And some of the donated food is produce that has been grown this year at community gardens around Nebraska, which leverage local volunteers with grant funds from Growing Together Nebraska (GTN), part of Nebraska Extension’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program-Education (SNAP-Ed) program. Established in 2016, Growing Together Nebraska i...
An upcoming online training for agricultural professionals will teach individuals how to recognize and respond to potential signs of crisis and suicidal behavior. Farming and ranching can be stressful in the best of times. Financial worries, unpredictable weather, unpredictable commodity prices, plant pests, livestock diseases and isolation all contribute to a producer’s anxiety. And now Nebraska’s rural communities and families are coping with the unpredictability and imposed isolation produced by the COVID-19 pandemic. In response to thi...
In this month’s column, I will provide updates on our recently released 2019-2020 Annual Report, COVID-19 in western Nebraska, Panhandle Beginnings Day Treatment, and a new ESU 13 facility in Sidney. Annual Report It is with tremendous pleasure that I invite you to read the 2019-2020 ESU 13 Annual Report. The report synthesizes the robust high quality services and programs provided to the 21 school districts in our service area. To view the report in its entirety, please visit www.esu13.org, c...
Sidney Regional Medical Center (SRMC) in a partnership with TestNebraska has increased the availability of the program from two days to three. TestNE is a State of Nebraska program that provides free COVID-19 testing to eligible residents. To determine eligibility, residents of Nebraska must take the online assessment through the TestNebraska portal. If eligible, participant will receive a free test from the TestNE program available at the SRMC Walk-in Clinic. “We are seeing a surge in the utilization of this program and felt it is crucial t...
The annual non-denominational Worldwide Candle Lighting Ceremony in Sidney, will be held 6 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 13, at The Well Church, 432 20th Ave., Sidney, Neb. The Compassionate Friends Worldwide Candle Lighting is held on the second Sunday in December worldwide, in every time zone. Everyone is invited to light a candle in honor of all the children who have died, so that their light may always shine. As candles go out in one time zone, they are lit in the next, creating a wave of light that enc...
The Nebraska Department of Labor is hosting our third Veteran Job Fair. In response to COVID-19 considerations, the Veteran Job Fair is changing format from a traditional room full of employers job fair model to a no-contact model, where the employers provide us with their hiring information and we provide interested Veterans with a package of relevant and current employment opportunity information. The Nebraska Department of Labor is assembling 35 HR packets and Veterans who are interested can contact Alan “A.J.” Trook, Worforce Coo...
Cans of Diet Coke, regular A & W Root Beer and orange pop, in addition to individually wrapped snacks are being collected for veterans at Cheyenne VA Hospital through Nov. 9. Drop-off sites and times are: Cheyenne County Community Center (normal fall hours), Sidney United Methodist Church (9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Sunday, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday through Thursday), The Insurance Store (8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday), Cheyenne County Veterans Services (8 a.m. to noon, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Monday...
A Trunk or Treat community event is scheduled for 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 30, at 638 Illinois St. Participants are encouraged to enter through the east end of the parking lot. Social distancing is recommended and participation will be at your own risk. To register a trunk, call 308-249-3278 or email [email protected]. The event is supported by 59 Properties LLC....
Keep Sidney Beautiful is hosting an E-Wast collection event, 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov 14. The event will be held at Legion Park by the t-ball fields. The E-Waste collection will accept computers, laptops, monitors (flat or CRT), printers, faxes, remote controls, phones, game stations, and anything with a PC board in it. CRT (tube) televisions will not be accepted. Working computers will be repurposed and donated in partnership with Wired NE. Please wipe your data and reset donated...
Election Day is little more than a week away. As a citizen, you may feel the results will affect many aspects of life in this country. But as an investor, your situation probably won’t change after the votes are counted. No matter who wins, the financial markets may well show some politically driven volatility, but that often happens around elections, and it typically doesn’t last long. But what about the longer term? How might changes in policy and new legislation affect your investment outlook? To begin, keep in mind that many campaign pro...
LINCOLN – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently awarded $822,737 in grants to fund 16 projects designed to strengthen the specialty crop industry in Nebraska. The USDA provides grant monies through the Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP) to fund research and ag education activities to increase demand for specialty crops. The Nebraska Department of Agriculture (NDA) monitors and administers Nebraska’s specialty crop program. “Nebraska is home to a diverse range of agricultural products due in part to the state’s varying...
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) reminds producers that the deadline to submit applications for disaster recovery assistance through the Wildfire and Hurricane Indemnity Program Plus (WHIP+) for 2018 and 2019 losses is Friday, Oct. 30. Additionally, USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) launched a new tool on farmers.gov to help producers with the application process. “If you’re unsure of your eligibility, check out the new WHIP+ tool. Not only can this online tool help you determine eligibility, but it also connects you wit...
In 2018, a group of guys were pursuing a dream, a cause really motivated by another company's decision. As they introduced themselves to the public, some admitted it was an idea devised during their time in the garage. The idea was to take what they've learned in the corporate world and apply it with their own name. In June 2018, the Sidney City Council approved a 4-acres subdivison on the east side of Sidney for the future site of NexGen Outfitters. The move came after NexGen founders started...
