Three area youth placed at the Sneak A Peek Preview cattle show held at the Kimmel Ag Center in Syracuse earlier this month. In Ring A Market Animal, Annalynn Beach, Palmyra, placed fifth overall with her Champion Maintainer Steer.
More than 100 students crossed the stage at Doane University’s winter commencement ceremony, held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 17 inside Fuhrer Fieldhouse on the university’s Crete campus. The winter ceremony includes both December and August graduates. Dr. Roger Hughes, Doane president, handed 121 degrees to students who attended, to the cheers and celebration of their family and peers.
Buying furniture can be an exciting prospect. The opportunity to breathe new life into a home with the addition of different furnishings inspires many people. However, at the same time, searching for furniture can be a tad overwhelming, especially when homeowners do not know where to begin.
Ruth Woiwode, Nebraska Extension Specialist – Animal Care & Handling It has been said, “Develop your communication skills because when you open your mouth, you tell the world who you are.” This is just another way of saying that we’re known by what we produce (words, actions, etc.). Our reputation, in other words.
Cherries are a popular fruit and for good reason. Not only do cherries’ blend of sweet-sour flavor entice the taste buds, but cherries also are loaded with essential vitamins and nutrients. Cherries are good sources of fiber and vitamin C. According to Livestrong.com, Acerola cherries have the most vitamin C of all cherry varieties. A one-cup serving gives you more than 10 times the amount you need in a day. Caution is needed if you eat Acerola cherries and take vitamin C supplements, as kidney stones can arise in such instances. Generally, cherries also are high in potassium, which is needed for nerve function, blood pressure regulation and muscle contraction. According to Healthline, cherries are full of antioxidant plant compounds, particularly those that offer anti-inflammatory properties. Cherries can help combat oxidative stress, which is a condition that is linked to premature aging and other chronic diseases. Another benefit to cherries is their effect on sleep. The Cleveland Clinic says that cherries are good sources of melatonin and also contain tryptophan, the hormones involved in sleep regulation. Studies have shown that eating the fruit or drinking tart cherry juice before bed can increase sleep time and overall sleep efficiency. Cherries can reduce inflammation, strengthen the immune system, aid in weight management, protect the cardiovascular system, and help people get the rest they need, which means it may be time to include more cherries in your diet.
The Steamboat Trace Trail will be closed for firearm hunting season from Jan. 1 to 15, 2023.
Nebraska Game and Parks Commission educators have scheduled interesting and engaging events for the curious in January. Here are some opportunities: Nature Inquiry Workshop Series set for early childhood educators The Nature Inquiry Workshop Series is a weekly virtual event for early childhood educators starting Jan. 3. The workshops — at 6 p.m. — are free.
Beginning Jan. 4, the 2023 Nebraska Crop Production Clinics will feature live presentations and present research updates and information tailored to regional crop issues and grower interests. Sponsored by Nebraska Extension, the programs will be held on nine days throughout January, with the final clinic offered on January 24. A few new opportunities will be available for 2023. At the Mead (Jan. 11) and York (Jan. 20) locations the sessions will focus on topics relevant to commercial applicators and will still meet pesticide license recertification requirements. The clinic on January 24th will be in partnership with the Nebraska Agribusiness Association Expo and will include free admission to the Expo trade-show. 2023 Clinic dates and locations: January 4 — Gering Civic Center, Gering January 5 — Mid-Plains Community College – South Campus, North Platte January 10 — Northeast Community College, Norfolk January 11 — Eastern Nebraska Research, Extension and Education Center (ENREEC), Mead. Commercial Applicator Focused training.
Troy Fedderson | University Communication and Marketing After seven years leading the University of Nebraska– Lincoln, Chancellor Ronnie Green announced on Dec. 20 his plans to step down in the new year.
Nebraska Governor-elect Jim Pillen announced his resignation from the University of Nebraska Board of Regents effective January 4th, 2023. “It has been an extraordinary honor to serve as a member of the Board of Regents,” said Governor-elect Pillen.