August 2025
Producing the Good Life
Agriculture is the heart and soul of what we do in Nebraska. Family farms, ranches, and agri-businesses are the backbone of communities across Nebraska. The One Big Beautiful Bill helps producers today and lays the foundation for strong agricultural growth tomorrow. It grows our economy at home and will help gain new markets abroad. The One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) secures the future for those who feed and fuel America.
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Here in the Good Life, we live by a few enduring principles: grit, humility, and a profound sense of duty. And when these three come together in action, they shape a future that is stronger, more resilient, and more hopeful.
Best of Intentions
Well, as I am sitting here at my computer it is almost time for the Otoe County Fair Parade to begin.
Ending the Stigma Around Addiction and Mental Health
In South Dakota and across the whole United States, addiction and mental health struggles touch every community. Yet far too often, people suffer in silence—not because help isn’t available, but because stigma keeps them from reaching for it.
Business After Hours to celebrate birthdays of Lewis and Clark
The Lewis and Clark Interpretive Trails and Visitor Center, 100 Valmont Dr, will host a special Business After Hours event beginning at 5 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 13.
Community Calendar 8-8-25
First and third Mondays: LEGO Club, Morton-James Public Library, 923 1st Corso, 3:30 to 5 p.m. Builders ages 8 and older are welcome. 402-873-5609.
Kregel Windmill Factory Museum seeks volunteers
The fourth annual “Community Kregel Talk” will begin at 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 9, at the museum, located at 1416 Central Ave.
Jaschke inspired by youth, seeks to continue rodeo career
This year’s Sidney Iowa Rodeo Queen, Lauren Jaschke of Slater, Iowa, finds inspiration in interacting with youth and looks forward to a career in agriculture and agriculture education while continuing to drive forward with her rodeo ambitions.
Southeast Nebraska Diversified Farm Tour set for Sept. 2
Agriculture in Nebraska is heavily reliant on traditional crops like corn and soybeans, and the farmers are seeking new avenues to rejuvenate their farms and income. There seems to be a disconnect between the available resources and small-scale producers who are looking to diversify their cropping systems. Even those producers who have delved into niche commodities are unable to expand their enterprise and take advantage of the available resources.