Warren Edward Stenback
Warren Edward Stenback age 95 of Plattsmouth, NE passed away on December 22, 2021. Born on April 18, 1926..
January 2022
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Jack Haupt shares stories of aerospace, farming, Nebraska life
After Jack Haupt of Union helped North American Aviation build the first missile that went into space, he and his family decided to return to Nebraska where he figured he’d make a million dollars farming with his father.
SMART Resolutions
With 2022 nearly upon us, so too is the tradition of the New Year’s resolution. Merriam-Webster defines the New Year’s resolution as “a promise to do something differently in the new year.” I would argue that in practice, the resolution is less of a promise and more of a hope or intention.
Previewing the 2022 legislative session
As I write this, we are officially less than two weeks away from starting our legislative session. Since 2022 is the second session of our 107th Legislature, our session will only be 60 legislative days.
Did you know?
According to the National Institutes of Health, exercise is an effective way for individuals to reduce their risk for heart disease. Exercise strengthens the heart and improves circulation, an increase in blood flow that raises oxygen levels in the body. That’s a significant side effect, as it helps lower an individual’s risk for various types of heart disease, including high cholesterol, coronary artery disease and heart attack. Exercise also is an effective way for individuals to maintain a healthy weight. That, too, benefits the heart, as the American Heart Association reports that people who have excess body fat - especially if it is at the waist - are more likely to develop heart disease and stroke, even if they have no other risk factors.
Brady’s movie is still being filmed
In case anyone needed a reminder, Tampa Bay Buc quarterback Tom Brady equals champion. But you could also substitute underdog, GOAT (greatest of all time) and, in any given year, written off as the soon-to-be-retired quarterback or the soon-to-be-ineffective quarterback.
Work through winter months by planning for spring
One of the most enjoyable ways for gardeners to get through the dark, cold days of winter is to begin planning next summer’s gardens. Over the next few weeks, we’ll look at plants - annuals, perennials, edibles, trees and shrubs – to consider for addition to your gardens this summer.
Ask Amy with Amy Dickinson
Dear Amy: My sister’s son (now 22 years old) was born on Christmas Eve. My sister always made sure his birthday did not get lost in the Christmas holidays and always celebrated it a week or so beforehand.
MORTON-JAMES PUBLIC LIBRARY
Morton-James Public Library new materials Listed below are the December additions to the Morton-James Public Library’s collections. The library is open Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. It is located at 923 1st Corso.
Beef producers should make plans to attend a three-state conference
Area beef producers should make plans to attend the annual Three-State Beef Conference that is scheduled for Jan.11, 12 and 13, with locations in Iowa, Missouri, and Nebraska. The Three-State Beef Conference is designed to give beef cattle producers and others in the beef industry in Iowa, Missouri, and Nebraska a regular update on current sire, cow-calf, and economic topics.