Peru State College reports success after third Giving Day event
The Peru State College Foundation recently hosted their Third Giving Day on October 19-20. As of November 1, 2022, $56,590 has been raised from 90 unique donors.
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Otoe County Democrats Thank First Responders
The Otoe County Democrats reached out to first responders in Otoe County in November with trays of cookies to thank them for all they do to keep us safe. They visited the following Fire and Rescue Units – Burr, Douglas, Nebraska City, Palmyra, Syracuse, Unadilla and Dunbar.
Extension Master Gardener Volunteers Now Accepting Applications for 2023 Program
A frosty winter day is a great time to stay indoors and enjoy a good book, a warm fire in the fireplace and a hot cup of cocoa. But for gardeners, winter is also time to dream and plan next summer’s gardens. Soon gardeners will be looking through mail-order catalogues, making up their 2023 plant and seed orders. But for Nebraska Extension Master Gardener volunteers, winter is also a time to gather new knowledge, meet new friends and prepare for a fun season of volunteering.
Huskers’ graduation success remains at all-time high of 95 percent
University of Nebraska–Lincoln student-athletes continued the Huskers’ tradition of being a national leader in the classroom, posting a 95 percent NCAA Graduation Success Rate for the second straight year.
Six Doane Runners Named to NAIA Scholar-Athlete lists
Doane Cross Country placed six runners on the 2022 NAIA-Daktronics Scholar-Athlete lists announced on Thursday. In total, 1,076 student-athletes were recognized this year in Cross Country. To be honored, a student-athlete must be of sophomore to senior academic standing and hold a cumulative grade point average of 3.50 or higher (on a 4.0 scale).
Governor-Elect visits Otoe County
Governor-elect Jim Pillen attended an informational meeting at the Kimmel Ag Expo on the Otoe County Fairgrounds on Thursday, Nov. 17. The meeting was hosted by NioCorp and provided background on the company’s upcoming rare earth mine project near Elk Creek. Pillen said that he’s “overwhelmed and humbled” by his election as governor, and he promised to be Nebraska’s “Chief Bragging Officer” along with his other gubernatorial duties. Pillen will take office on Jan. 12, 2023.
Peru State FBLA students participate in Omaha conference
In November, two Peru State College students and their faculty advisor had an opportunity to experience the National FBLA Collegiate Career Connections Conference in Omaha. Future Business Leaders of America, Inc.
Steven Mayfield
Steven Mayfield, 71, of Syracuse, passed away peacefully on October 13th, 2022, with his family by his side. Steven was born to the late Bob and LaVerne Mayfield, April 25th, 1951, in Louisville, Nebraska.
Governor-Elect Pillen Announces Lifelong Livestock Producer as New Ag Director
Nebraska Governor-elect Jim Pillen announced he will be appointing family livestock producer, Sherry Vinton, as the next Director of the Nebraska Department of Agriculture. “Sherry will be a key partner in helping implement my vision of growing Nebraska agriculture,” said Governor-elect Pillen.
Supporting America’s veterans
Pausing to reflect on the heroic service of the servicemembers in our nation’s history is an important American tradition. Extending recognition for the immeasurable impact our veterans have made through selfless devotion and love for the United States is why we pause each Veterans Day.