6+ day, 11+ hour ago  (99+ words) The Nebraska Extension will host a statewide webinar, "Nebraska Cattle Health Outlook: New World screwworm update, Scours prevention and diagnostics, and UNL research on bovine pinkeye" on Thursday, April 16, from 6 to 7: 30 p. m. MT. The program is designed for Nebraska beef producers…...

6+ day, 11+ hour ago  (283+ words) When Congress is not in session, I am meeting with constituents across the Third District. I always enjoy visiting communities and meeting with Nebraskans where they are, on the front lines of our economy. I take what I learn in…...

6+ day, 11+ hour ago  (280+ words) Following a thorough review and extensive public input, the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) has announced important updates to the Aged and Disabled (AD) and Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Waivers aimed at improving access to services and…...

1+ week, 6+ day ago  (156+ words) U. S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-NE) welcomed U. S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooks Rollins to Nebraska to survey Morrill fire damage and meet with first responders and locals impacted by the wildfire. At approximately 10: 00am CT, the group departed Ogallala Municipal Airport via CH-47 helicopters…...

1+ week, 6+ day ago  (188+ words) Property owners whose homes, buildings, land, or other improvements were significantly damaged by wildfires may be eligible for property tax relief. Under Nebraska law, property that suffers significant property damage between January 1 and July 1 of the current assessment year may…...

1+ week, 6+ day ago  (251+ words) Governor Jim Pillen has issued a new series of documents to address ongoing weather conditions and areas that have been impacted by multiple wildfires across the state. Four of the largest fires have collectively burned more than 800, 000 acres of land....

1+ week, 6+ day ago  (215+ words) Alliance Times-Herald Agricultural operations in Nebraska were significantly impacted by recent wildfires. The U. S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has technical and financial assistance available to help farmers and livestock producers recover from adverse natural disaster events. Impacted producers should contact their…...

2+ week, 6+ day ago  (250+ words) Alliance Times-Herald Leadership of the Nebraska Cattlemen Disaster Relief Fund announced they are accepting monetary donations and relief applications to assist beef cattle producers who are being impacted by fires. Nebraska Cattlemen President Craig Uden stated, "In the face of…...

2+ week, 6+ day ago  (152+ words) Open Fields and Waters public walk-in access properties and wildlife management areas affected by wildfires are closed by the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission until further notice. Hunters are urged to stay away from OFW sites and WMAs affected by…...

2+ week, 6+ day ago  (205+ words) Over the last several days, we have been reminded how quickly life can change. Across Nebraska, wildfires are tearing through more than 800, 000 acres and counting. Grasslands are turning to ash. Families are being forced to evacuate. Ranchers are watching fences…...