Evans inaugurated as Peru State College’s 34th president
On Wednesday, April 20, Peru State College inaugurated its 34th president in its 155th year of operation. Dr.
May 2022
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Nebraska Wesleyan to offer four new majors beginning in fall
Nebraska Wesleyan will offer four new undergraduate majors beginning fall 2022: data analytics, digital marketing, financial planning and project management. These majors will feature the traditional Nebraska Wesleyan experience with select online courses taught by national experts. Online courses are offered through NWU’s membership in a consortium of fellow Council of Independent Colleges members.
Avoidable delays at the IRS
As most Americans returned to normal, bureaucrats at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) refused to fully reopen the agency, despite heading into tax season with a backlog of more than 20 million tax returns. While this backlog has grown, calls to the IRS have also gone unanswered, leaving families and small businesses to navigate a complicated maze of red tape resulting from Democrats’ massive stimulus package on their own. Americans deserve to have their tax filings processed in a timely manner. Instead, the IRS is mired in delays. Further, economic recovery under the Biden administration is foundering, and, rather than build on successful reforms of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), Democrats are dead set on a tax and spend agenda that will only exacerbate challenges like inflation and slow wage growth.
Did you know?
Weeding is a chore few gardeners relish. Weeds can seemingly pop up overnight. And when left to their own devices, weeds can quickly grow out of control. There are a few key tips to weeding that can make the process easier. First off, start with wet soil. Choose to weed after it rains, as wet soil makes it easier to pull the full weed, including the root, out of the ground. Removing the weed all the way down to its root prevents it from growing back. If there's no rain in the forecast, water the garden before attempting to remove weeds. If the ground is compacted and you're weeding in a pinch, at least remove the head of the weed to prevent seeds from spreading and starting new weed growth.
Peru State commencement set Saturday, May 7
The oldest institution of higher education in the state of Nebraska will hold its 2022 commencement on Saturday, May 7, at 10 a.m. Peru State’s annual event will be held in the Al Wheeler Center Activity Center on the College’s campus.
Nebraska’s NRDs reach woodsy landmark: 100M trees and shrubs planted
One of Nebraska’s many mottos through the years was “The Tree Planter State,” and the state’s Natural Resources Districts appear to be living up to that nickname. This spring, the NRDs’ Conservation Tree Program planted its 100 millionth tree.
Outdoor televisions up the ante in outdoor living area
Outdoor living areas provide a great way for homeowners to spend more time outdoors doing the things they love. That includes watching their favorite shows. Many homeowners take televisions designed for indoors outside when hosting game watches or movie nights under the stars. While such televisions can function outdoors, unless they're specifically designed for outdoor use, chances are they are not protected against the elements. Special enclosures built to protect indoor televisions can do just that, but homeowners also can consider televisions designed for outdoor use. Outdoor televisions have become more popular as more and more homeowners look to extend their living spaces outdoors, and these uniquely designed televisions can often withstand elements like rain without losing their functionality. Many outdoor televisions also are designed to handle reflection from the sun, ensuring that homeowners won't have to limit their outdoor viewing experiences to evenings or late nights when the sun has set. When shopping for outdoor televisions, consumers should do their homework and pay attention to features they may not consider when shopping for indoor televisions. For example, outdoor televisions should offer wide viewing angles, as backyards tend to be bigger than living rooms. That means more people can make it over for backyard game watches and movie nights, which underscores the importance of wide viewing angles that make it easy for people seated all over the yard to make out what's on the screen.
Factors to consider when choosing and applying mulch
Homeowners may associate mulch with springtime lawn and garden care, but mulching in fall can benefit a lawn as well. According to the Morton Arboretum in Illinois, mulch protects roots against extreme temperatures, and not just those associated with summer heat waves.
Mildred Mae Allen
Mildred Mae Allen, age 91 of Nebraska City died April 27, 2022 at The Ambassador Care Center in Nebraska City. Mildred was born April 16, 1931 in Cass County, the daughter of John and Grace (Montgomery) Everett. She married Clifford Allen June 11, 1950 in Nebraska City and lived in the Union and Nebraska City area her entire life. Clifford died January 30, 2012. Mildred was a homemaker and worked with her husband at the Coca-Cola Distributorship for many years before she retired. Mildred was a member of the Nebraska City Eagles Auxiliary and a former member of Community of Christ Church. She was a longtime Girl Scout Leader, Red Cross volunteer and member of the PTA. Mildred loved bowling and attending her grandchildren’s activities.
Why is the News Press moving?
On Saturday, April 23, and Sunday, April 24, the Nebraska City News-Press utilized its Facebook account to communicate with readers about the paper’s impending move from 823 Central Ave., to 901 S. 9th Street.