An audition will be held for the Missoula Children's Theatre production of Hansel and Gretel Monday, Aug. 1 at the Nebraska City High School from 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Those auditioning should arrive between 9:15 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. (doors open at 9:15 a.m.), and plan to stay for the full two hours. Some of the cast members will be asked to stay for a rehearsal immediately following the auditions.
Disinfecting garden tools can help ensure the longterm health of plants and vegetables. According to the University of Minnesota Extension, plant pathogens, including bacteria, fungi and viruses, cause diseases that can damage and even kill plants. These pathogens can be transferred to plants and infect them through bits of soil and plant debris that get stuck on common gardening tools, including shovels and pruners. Pathogens are microscopic and invisible to the naked eye, which is why even tools that appear clean may still contain harmful substances on their surfaces that can prove life-threatening to plants. Disinfecting tools at the appropriate time, such as when the tools are being stored in fall or before using them in spring or after using them to remove infected plants, can prevent the damage caused by invisible pathogens. Avoid using strictly bleach to disinfect garden tools, as the UME notes that bleach corrodes metal and can therefore render tools that require sharp edges ineffective. A homemade solution that's nine parts water and one part bleach can be used to effectively clean shovels, spades and rakes. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention notes that isopropyl alcohol (rubbing alcohol) in concentrations of 70 percent or more can effectively disinfect surfaces for bacteria, fungi and viruses. Such a solution can be used to disinfect hand pruners and other small hand tools. Store-bought cleaners with an active ingredient that is .1 percent alkyl dimethyl benzyl ammonium saccharinate also can be effective when disinfecting small hand tools as well as small pots and saucers.
Tabitha, Nebraska’s industry-leading Senior Care provider, offers a variety of support groups throughout Douglas, Otoe, Cass, Sarpy and surrounding counties. Helpful for many people processing their grief, grief groups give participants the opportunity to connect with others who are experiencing kindred feelings of loss.
When asked to think of modern homes, many people might think of minimalism, neutral colors, open concept floor plans, and large windows without treatments. While each of those features are components of modern homes, just what qualifies as "modern" is ever-changing and often a reflection of what buyers are looking for. And lately, many buyers are looking for allelectric homes.
Hunters may begin purchasing unlimited quota Nebraska deer and antelope permits July 11. Residents, nonresidents and eligible landowners may purchase permits through the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission starting at 1 p.m.
The Morton-James Public Library will host a show by library director and self-described "amateur art collector and photographer" Donna S. Kruse from July 8 to 29.
The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission is inviting the public to participate in its annual summer turkey survey July 1-Aug. 31.
The 2022 season of the Nebraska City Farmers Market will continue Thursday, July 7. The Market features fresh produce, baked goods, and handmade items for sale.
EDGE Nebraska City recently launched the public phase of a $500,000 Endowment Campaign. This endowment will ensure long term sustainability that will allow EDGE Nebraska City to meet the needs of our community for generations. This endowment will help EDGE and Nebraska City move the needle on poverty and give all kids and families an EDGE.
The Nebraska City City Council will consider purchasing 27 acres near CHI Health St. Mary's and allowing Hypercolor LLC to use the basement of the Nebraska City Veterans Memorial Building as a production office for three months during the council's first regularly scheduled July meeting at 6 p.m. tonight (July 5).