County Fair is friends and family affair
The Otoe County Fair welcomed 952 animal science entries from 316 exhibitors. Including static exhibits, 4-H’ers submitted a total of 4,093 entries.
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With deep 4-H ties, Herrick starts career with Nebraska Extension
By Deann Gayman | University Communication and Marketing Kristen Herrick can’t remember a time during her childhood when she wasn’t involved in 4-H. As the daughter of a Nebraska Extension educator,…
NCPS, LCC students prep for return to school
Julie Davis Jdavis@cherryroad.com Students are getting ready to return to school to start the 2025-2026 year at Lourdes Central Catholic and Nebraska City Public schools. Lourdes students in grades 6…
Frields discusses benefits of travel at NC Rotary meeting
Travel provides physical, mental, and spiritual benefits, particularly for older travelers.
Federal education funds released to Nebraska City Public Schools
Nebraska City Public Schools is pleased to announce the release of critical federal education funds by the U.S. Department of Education, ending a period of uncertainty that had threatened student services and funding across the district.
TRIO Program Receives $1.7 Million Grant Renewal
Peru State College students from disadvantaged backgrounds will continue to have access to individualized attention and other services, thanks to a renewed $1.7 million TRIO federal grant from the U.S. Department of Education.
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.
Battle with the Bulls sets sights on 2025
Just over a month ago, the dust settled over another thrilling Battle with the Bulls, hosted by Gold Buckle Productions on June 27 and 28, 2025. Over two action-packed nights, fans were treated to top-tier bull riding, intense bull fighting, fast-paced barrel racing, and the always-entertaining mutton busting. Each event kept the crowd on the edge of their seats from start to finish.
Grimm’s hosts ‘Successful Beekeeping’ presentation
Julie Davis jdavis@cherryroad.com Neal Deremer loves talking about bees. Deremer, who got his start in beekeeping six years ago and currently maintains five hives, was one of the featured speakers…
NDOT releases June traffic fatalities
During the month of June 2025, eighteen people were killed in traffic crashes on Nebraska roadways, according to data collected by the Nebraska Department of Transportation.