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The market value of agricultural land in Nebraska increased by five percent over the prior year to an average of $4,015 per acre, according to the preliminary results of the 2024 Nebraska Farm Real Estate Market Survey. This marks the third consecutive year of increases in the market value of agricultural land in Nebraska, setting another high in the non-inflation-adjusted statewide land value in the survey's 46-year history. The University of Nebraska-Lincoln's Department of Agricultural Economics annually surveys land industry professionals...
As part of a way to give back to those who keep Agri-Plastics operating, the organization hosted its first ever employee appreciation picnic in Legion Park Saturday, July 20th. A company comprised of over 80 employees, the event served as a chance to say "thank you" while also engaging with coworkers outside of working hours. "We love seeing everyone coming together; this also serves as a fundraiser for our employees," Jamie Sittner says. On site for the summer event were a dunk tank, bouncy...
SIDNEY--The Sidney Women in Agriculture Conference will be held at the Sidney Elks Lodge on August 2, and the conference’s theme is “Sowing Seeds for Generations”. The event is held in partnership with the Nebraska Women in Agriculture Program, which is designed to assist women in their agricultural business. The Department of Agricultural Economics is committed to bringing Nebraska Ag women’s management education and recognizes the vital role that women play in the agricultural industr...
Adopt-A-Dog will be holding an Adoption Day on Saturday, July 27 from 10 am to 2 pm. It will be held at Bomgaars in Sidney. They plan on having both dogs and cats available for adoption. For further information, contact Adopt-A-Dog in Chappell at 308-890-0045 and leave a message....
The town of Chappell would like to thank their local Rotary Club for the funds to purchase two new water fountains installed at the Chappell Pools, as well as their Parks crew for installing them for the club. They appreciate your contribution to our community! Those water fountains will be put to good use on Tuesday, July 30 when the Chappell Pool Park will be rife with fun and entertainment. Starting the evening will be the Chappell FFA chapter providing the last of the July Dinners with...
In keeping with traditions going back centuries, the Masons of Nebraska will lay the cornerstone of the recently completed Pole Creek Estates, 1855 Greenwood Road in Sidney in a special ceremony on Friday, August 2 at 3 pm. The head of Nebraska Masons known as Grand Master, is John Ferguson of Kimball. He and officers from all across the state will be taking part in the ceremony. George Washington was a Mason and was responsible for laying the cornerstone in the nation's capital dressed in full...
As part of Sidney Public Library's Summer entertainment, guest musician, author, and educator Aaron Fowler delighted a young audience on Monday, July 15th in the West Elementary auditorium. Open to public and local daycares, the family-friendly show is delightful and informative. Fowler, who traveled from his home in Wichita, Kansas for the Sidney show, prides himself in fostering a creative atmosphere in rural and disadvantaged communities. In 1995, Fowler made the commitment to transition...
SIDNEY- Veterans of Sidney and the surrounding areas have much to look forward to each first and third Wednesday of the month as a means to reconnect with other vets and to confide and reminisce. Michael Leeman generously organized this bi-monthly social hour held at Beans & Steams Coffee House, located at 610 Glover Road in Sidney. If anyone needs a ride to the event, Sidney Transportation offers all veterans free rides to get you there and back. Schedule the trip from your home to the...
Leyton Public Schools is participating in the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) for school year 2024-2025. If your child(ren) attend Leyton public schools, reimbursable breakfast and lunch meals that provide all required meal components will be available to them at no charge. However, there will still be fees charged for a la carte purchases such as second entrees and second or snack milks. High School second entrees are $1 for breakfast and $1.30 for lunch Elementary/Junior High second entrees are free for breakfast and .75 cents for...
CHEYENNE COUNTY - Beginning Monday, July 15th through Sunday, August 25th hired contractors from Cheyenne and Morrill Counties will be conducting post storm assessments to access damage. Contractors will have an official Wheat Belt logo visible on their equipment; the crews will be on foot and remotely flying drones. Long hours and weekends are currently planned in order to promptly speed up the process and complete tasks. If your property was effected by the April 6th storm and requires...
Cheatgrass is an invasive species that greens up and sets seeds earlier than most native species. It uses up soil moisture in the spring, which can prevent the germination of native plants. Studies on managing the invasive species are ongoing in the Panhandle of Nebraska and were part of a Cheatgrass Tour on June 26. Among the tour stops were pastures owned by Banner County Rancher Jack Revelle, which he had treated with Rejuvra. Miranda Mueller, a graduate research assistant at the University...
Lincoln, Neb. -Late May and June are the months when we frequently see both native and non-native forbs begin to flower in range and pasture. This is a good time of the year to be on the alert and look out for these "pretty flowers" and for other plants that you may not recognize. Seeing something you haven't seen before? Go check it out. Those "pretty flowers" or plants you don't recognize may be a plant that is an invasive species. Early detection and rapid response are critical to helping to...
SIDNEY--On Monday, July 15, the Cheyenne County Commissioners met for their regular meeting, and Valuation Protests were a big part of the agenda. After approving the minutes from the last meeting and approving the current agenda, County Clerk Beth Fiegenschuh read correspondence from Plains West CASA, thanking the commissioners for their generosity and support of the program. The letter went on to detail the critically important work the group performs for at-risk youths, and how much the...
SIDNEY--On July 2 at noon, the City of Sidney held a Strategic Planning session at City Hall. Mayor Brad Sherman, Councilmen Brandon Bondegard and Burke Radcliffe, City Manager David Scott, Economic Development Director Brandy Stone, Finance Director Kegan Carwin, Human Resources Director Autumn Ramirez, City Clerk Lori Borchert, and former Water Superintendent Rob Kuhns were in attendance. After reciting the Pledge of Allegiance and announcing the meeting was covered by the Open Meetings Act,...
Enter Elston House and you're transported into a world of diverse art, make your way through the different nooks and crannies of Elston House and you're sure to discover more than just clay. Offering an extensive selection, one of Sidney's newest downtown businesses is sure to impress and delight with its unique flair of pottery to-go kits, local artworks, homemade jams and jellies, crocheted items, woodworking, jewelry, and its newest addition: hands-on pottery classes. Owners Matt and Sarah...
SIDNEY -Earlier this Spring, Sidney locals were encouraged to express their definition of hope through the use of art. Blank canvases were picked up at the city office and returned several weeks later as completed hope-inspired works of art. These unique, one-of-a-kind pièces de arte will be auctioned off and the proceeds will go to Night of Hope, a foundation based in Sidney, NE that services the county and provides resources and support for those battling cancer. The finished art will be...
LINCOLN, Nebraska - NE Chamber President Bryan Slone today welcomed Toshia Jones , pictured above, to the NE Chamber team. Jones will serve as Regional Navigator for the Western Region through 6 Regions, One Nebraska. 6 Regions, One Nebraska was founded in 2024 in partnership with Governor Pillen and the Nebraska Department of Economic Development to enhance statewide economic development through community and partnership relations that will benefit each unique region of the state. "Toshia...
The overpass over I-80 on county road 125 is now open to one lane traffic. This one lane traffic is restricted to 17’ wide. ... The candidate filing deadline for incumbents for the office of Public Power District Board of Directors, Educational Service Unit Board and Village Board of Trustees is July 15, 2024 at 5:00 P.M., and August 1, 2024 at 5:00 P.M., for nonincumbents. An incumbent is anyone serving in an elective office....
If conditions are right and mosquito counts warrant spraying, the City of Sidney Parks Department will begin spraying for mosquitoes on Sunday nights in July. The first Sunday night spraying will be July 21, 2024. Those persons wishing to be placed on the “No Spray List” are encouraged to call the City Offices at 254-5300 and leave their name and address. Public health safety for West Nile Virus dictates that the truck will only shut off immediately in front of the residence listed on the No Spray List. For the most part, the sprayer truck tra...
Bring out your shining accomplishments, whether it's a masterpiece quilt or a flourishing garden! Dive into the Cheyenne County Fair fun by showcasing your crafty creations. Swing by the fairgrounds on July 21st from 1-4:00 p.m. to flaunt your talents in the Open Class Building. Everyone is invited to join the excitement this year! For a sneak peek at what to bring, check out the Extension's Facebook page, /UNLCheyenneCounty, or swing by their office at 920 Jackson Street for a printed guide. To breeze through entry day, jot down your entries...
All students will need a bus pass to ride the bus. Students living more than 4 miles from school get free passes but still need to register, while in-town students can buy passes on a sliding fee schedule. Updated routes will be on our website under the Families tab: www.sidneyraiders.org To purchase a bus pass, review the documents and complete forms on the website by August 1st. Alternative transportation options may be available through the City of Sidney (contact Kasey Kantor at 308-254-7070). For questions, contact your school...
The Nebraska Open Meetings Act guarantees that every meeting of a public body shall be open to the public in order that citizens may exercise their democratic privilege of attending and speaking at meetings of public bodies. • Village of Potter Board of Trustees Meeting at the Village Office; 922 Sherman Street in Potter; Monday August 12th at 7pm • Village of Dalton Meeting at the Village Offices 306 Main Street in Dalton; Monday August 12th at 7pm • City of Sidney Council Meeting at City Hall 1115 13th Avenue in Sidney; Tuesday July 23rd...
OGALLALA-- During the June 11 Quarterly Committee meeting for the Nebraska Brand Committee, after the review of annual financials, it was determined that the brand inspection charge will be raised from the current $.85 per head back to $1.00 per head. In the 2021 session Nebraska Legislature imposed a 2-year reduction of fees to assist in depleting the Brand Committee’s cash reserve account that had grown due to efficiencies gained with the implementation of the electronic brand inspection program and other advances and improvements. Those e...
LINCOLN – The Nebraska Department of Agriculture's (NDA) Poultry Photo Contest is currently accepting entries from poultry-raising 4-H and FFA members. Current 4-H and FFA members can submit up to four photos that they have taken during the year to be featured in NDA's 2025 poultry calendar. Official contest rules and entry forms are available at nda.nebraska.gov/animal/avian/. Entries must be submitted online at https://tinyurl.com/NDAPhotoContest by the July 15 deadline. "Caring for poultry i...
As we roll into mid-summer, many farmers are looking for opportunities to do some forward contracting for fall. This has led some farmers to ask, “What is a ‘good’ price for 2024 corn?” When asking yourself this question, recognize that “good” is a relative term. A good price for one farmer may not be a good price for another. First, determine what you are comparing the price against. Once you have determined your measuring stick, we can assess the viability of a price. Here are a few comparisons you might want to make as you consider pr...
