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The long-running coronavirus pandemic has fueled a lot of anxieties – including financial ones. But some people have had far fewer worries than others. Consider this: Among those investors who work with a financial advisor, 84% said that doing so gave them a greater sense of comfort about their finances during the pandemic, according to a survey from Age Wave and Edward Jones. Of course, many people experience investment-related fears even without a global health crisis, and that’s probably not surprising, given the periodic volatility of the...
Ash Wednesday begins the season of Lent, and it reminds Christians of two central truths of our human condition. First, we are mortal. Genesis 3 says we are earth to earth, ashes to ashes, dust to dust. Adam comes from Adamah, meaning soil, the human from humus. Second, we are all sinners, and as Israelite tradition ritualized this, we repent in dust and ashes. This forty-day journey towards Easter begins by marking our foreheads with dust. We acknowledge that we die and return to the earth. At the same time, the dust traces the life-giving...
ASA President Brad Doyle (AR) recently testified during the U.S. House of Representatives Agriculture Committee’s hearing on Title I of the farm bill, specifically farm safety net components of the 2018 Farm Bill. During his testimony, Doyle reflected on farmer feedback received from ASA’s 12 farm bill listening sessions, farm bill survey, and written comments received, highlighting two primary concerns of U.S. soybean growers regarding Agricultural Risk Coverage (ARC) and Price Loss Cov...
GREEN BAY, Wis. — Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative, one of the largest dairy co-ops in the U.S., said today the proposed changes by the Canadian government to how it administers its tariff-rate quotas (TRQs) for U.S. dairy would continue to block key export opportunities. Edge urged U.S. officials to work with the country to bring about fair reforms. A dispute settlement panel earlier had found Canada was noncompliant with the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) in its use of the quotas, unfairly limiting export opportunities for Am...
Chandell Oleson has been the head coach for five years and has had the privilege of working with Assistant Coach Morgan Boots for four of those years. In 2019 Potter-Dix brought home the state title and we would love to do it again. We have a very talented group of students. Some of these students have been doing plays and acting together since the first grade. To take 13 events to State is a big accomplishment. These students will perform their speeches at State on March 18th at the Kearney...
After about a year away from Sidney High School, Ryan Plummer is returning as the new principal. He will replace Chris Arent who accepted the superintendent's duties with the Potter-Dix School District. Plummer was a Business Education teacher at Sidney High School from 2010-2019, then promoted to Assistant Principal for 2020-2021. He then accepted the position of principal and activities director at Leyton Schools. On March 4, the Sidney Public Schools released a statement that Plummer will be...
Cheyenne County Sheriff March 3 12:46 A.M, Transport, Cheyenne Co 10:20 A.M, Welfare Check, North Ward School 12:02 P.M, Property Lost, Cheyenne Co 1:33 P.M, Theft Vehicle, 309 Dakota Rd 1:43 P.M, Welfare Check, Cheyenne Villa 2:51 P.M, Village Check, Lodgepole 2:53 P.M, Suspicious Person, Leyton Grade School 3:23 P.M, Citizen Assist, Hwy 19 Interstate 80 3:41 P.M, Motorist Assist 60 EB Interstate 80 3:45 P.M, Traffic Hazard, Interstate 80 4:27 P.M, Fire Grass, 48 EB Interstate 80 6:07 P.M, Traffic Stop, 69 E Interstate 80 6:32 P.M, Traffic...
When the Sidney Elks Lodge heard that the Table of Grace Food Bank was planning to build a warehouse for non-perishable items as well as add freezer space to better serve our community, the Elks Lodge thought we may have a way to assist. Elk Lodges that are in good standing are able to apply for an ENF Grant (Elks National Foundation). The mission of the ENF is to help Elks build stronger communities. We fulfill this pledge by investing in communities where Elks live and work. We help youth...
Few people expect life to be perfect with no scrapes and bruises, no illnesses or any other physical challenges. Likely even fewer expect to wake one day as active as any other period in life, and the next like someone has rewritten the story line of your life. That is where Crystal Hall's life is now. Early in 2021, Hall's life changed. She went from working full time and golfing to muscle movements that no one could explain. “I started having my head turn to the right,” she said. She then fel...
It’s unfortunate but true: If you’re a woman, you face more obstacles than men in achieving financial security. And that means you may well need to put in some extra effort. Just how serious is your challenge? For one thing, women still face a gender pay gap – based on median incomes, women earn about 82 cents for every dollar a man makes, according to the Census Bureau. This pay gap amounts to a nearly $470,000 difference in lifetime earnings, according to an Edward Jones/Age Wave study. Furthermore, when factoring in the career disru...
Today is Ash Wednesday. It marks the beginning of the Lenten season. For those who observe Lent, it is a time of reflection and examining our sinful selves. This is a special time for turning hearts and minds to the suffering our dear Lord endured for us and recognizing His gift of grace. Romans 3:23-24 tells us, “……since all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, they are justified by His grace as a gift through the redemption which is in Christ Jesus”. This is your redemption and my redemption….Christ bought us back ! By his sacrific...
Nebraskans know every drop of water is precious. Agriculture is our top industry. It makes up 20% of our economy, and it generates one in four jobs in our state. Access to water makes this possible. We have the most irrigated acres of cropland in the country. Three of eight acres of farmland in Nebraska are irrigated. Fifty years ago, far-sighted Nebraskans set up a system of water management, including our Natural Resources Districts (NRDs), that has allowed us to manage our water based on...
Six more volunteers have joined the ranks of PlainsWest CASA. One of the Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASAs) is returning to the office in a different role and the second is a first-time volunteer. Five of the new CASAs were sworn in as CASAs Thursday, Feb. 24, in Cheyenne County District before the Honorable Judge Randin Roland. Training includes 32 hours of training as set by the National CASA organization. The 32 hours includes self-lead work and classroom instruction. Topics covered...
I recently discussed several important things to do and to consider in the aftermath of a self-defense shooting. Today we’ll discuss three important factors that help determine whether or not a shooting is justified, including the ability factor, the opportunity factor, and the jeopardy factor. Using lethal force for self-defense is only justified in situations of immediate danger of death or great bodily harm to oneself or other innocent persons. Often times a court of law will determine if a self-defense shooting is justified based on w...
Sidney Police Department February 24 2:32 A.M, Parking Complaint, Loves Truck Stop 3:53 A.M, Traffic Stop, 13th and Dodge St 4:39 A.M, Traffic Stop, Ball St and Dodge St 4:49 A.M, Interstate 80 and 17J Link 4:59 A.M, Parking Complaint, Chase Blvd 5:06 A.M, Parking Complaint, Loves Truck Stop 5:17 A.M, Motorist Assist, 11th Ave and Old Post Rd 6:15 A.M, Parking Complaint, Loves Truck Stop 6:30 A.M, Parking Complaint, Loves Truck Stop 7:59 A.M, Animal Call, Sidney 9:34 A.M, Traffic Accident-Hit and Run, 11th Ave and Summit Dr 11:52 A.M, Agency As...
The Cheyenne County School District No.1 board of education accepted the resignation of Sidney High School Principal Chris Arent. In his resignation letter, Arent said he has accepted the superintendency of Potter-Dix schools. “I look forward to my next challenge as the superintendent at Potter-Dix. The change will be bittersweet as being a member of Sidney Public Schools for the past 10 years has been the greatest experience of my career,” Arent said. Arent has 28 years in education. His chi...
Milt Hunholtz had graduated from Diggins, Missouri High School in 1951. Fairly soon there after, he went by car to California where he would work as a telephone lineman. While there, he heard from the Draft Board in Diggins, MO. They gave him a “heads up” that it was more than likely he was going to be drafted into one of the Branches of military service. There was a lot going on in the world at the time. He may soon be a part of it… Milt headed back to Missouri. Draft officials said he had t...
When you hear “estate planning,” what do you think of? For many people, these words evoke images of immense wealth. But estate planning isn’t just for the wealthy – it’s for everyone. And it’s about more than preserving wealth – it’s about putting you in control of your own legacy. But how can you achieve this worthy goal? You can start by identifying your estate planning objectives. Here are some of the most common ones: • Controlling movement of assets to beneficiaries – During and after your lifetime, you will want to ensure your loved o...
Can we have some real talk here? There are many times in our lives that we feel like the world is against us. Our situations, circumstances, even people. Like we are completely alone and have nowhere to turn. Those feelings and circumstances are not specific to whom they apply, and no one is immune. Not even those who serve in ministry. In Fact, the great prince of preachers C.H. Spurgeon suffered from bouts of depression. He has famously once said “I have learned to kiss the wave that throws me up against the Rock of Ages.” Meaning, that eve...
WASHINGTON – Agricultural producers who have not yet enrolled in the Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) or Price Loss Coverage (PLC) programs for the 2022 crop year have until March 15, 2022, to sign a contract. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) offers these two safety net programs to provide vital income support to farmers experiencing substantial declines in crop prices or revenues. “The Agriculture Risk Coverage and Price Loss Coverage programs provide critical financial protections to many American farmers. As producers continue to...
Groups across the United States wishing to participate should fill out the online application by March 11, 2022: http://bit.ly/2022GMKPollinator. Bloomington, Ill. (AgPR) February 17, 2022 – Honey bees and other pollinators play an important role in the agricultural ecosystem. These same pollinators are under stress from a number of factors: pests, disease, lack of habitat, and more. The GROWMARK System would like to help youth organizations do their part to help sustain and increase honey bee populations. This is the seventh year of the p...
Hart, Texas — The American Agri-Women (AAW) Foundation is now accepting applications for the 2022 Daughters of American Agriculture Scholarships. Get an application at https://americanagriwomen.org/scholarships. The application deadline is March 1, 2022. The Jean Ibendahl Scholarship (for ages 18-23) and the Sister Thomas More Bertels Scholarship (for ages 24+) honors the memory of these courageous and adventurous women who played an essential role in serving and leading and who encouraged agricultural pursuits. These scholarships are a...
Cheyenne County Sheriff’s Office February 17 7:58 A.M, Village Check, Potter 8:14 A.M, Escort Funeral, Gehrig Stitt 9:19 A.M, Transport, High Plains Dental 10:52 A.M, Traffic Stop, 77 EB Interstate 80 11:06 A.M, Traffic Stop, 77 EB Interstate 80 11:26 A.M, Paper Service, Sheriff’s Office. 11:27 A.M, Paper Service, Sheriff’s Office. 11:36 A.M, Traffic Stop, 77 EB Interstate 80 12:07 P.M, Traffic Stop, 65 WB Interstate 80 12:11 P.M, Traffic Stop, 70 WB Interstate 80 12:15 P.M, Traffic Stop, 68 WB Interstate 80 12:35 P.M, Traffic Stop, 68 WB In...
The American Pickers are excited to return to Nebraska! They plan to film episodes of The History Channel hit television series throughout your area in April 2022. AMERICAN PICKERS is a documentary series that explores the fascinating world of antique “picking” on The History Channel. The hit show follows skilled pickers in the business, as they hunt for America’s most valuable antiques. They are always excited to find sizeable, unique collections and learn the interesting stories behind them. As they hit the back roads from coast to coast...
OMAHA – The Aksarben Foundation, along with Nebraska Farm Bureau and the Nebraska Association of Fair Managers, announces that applications for the Nebraska Pioneer Farm and Nebraska Heritage Farm Awards are being accepted now through April 15, 2022. These awards recognize Nebraska farm families who have consecutively held ownership of land in the same family for at least 100 years (Pioneer) or 150 years (Heritage), respectively. “We look forward to recognizing and awarding these Nebraska farm families each year. The dedication and per...
