| September means FSA sign-up deadline |
A couple of timely rains were much appreciated across the area in the past few weeks, and no doubt producers are turning their thoughts toward preparations for fall harvest. As we move through September, there are a few reminders I need to pass along.
Wednesday, September 01, 2010 |
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| Plan outlined for school aid funds |
Gov. Dave Heineman was joined by state leaders Aug. 23 in outlining how the state will utilize federal Education Jobs Funding passed earlier this month by Congress, noting that Governors have no choice whether to accept the money or not in a state. State officials emphasized that this funding will be considered part of a school district's FY 2012 state aid.
Thursday, August 26, 2010 |
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| Medicaid costs to increase under federal health care law |
Since the passage of the federal health care law, I have been concerned about the cost of this law and in particular its impact on the State of Nebraska in future years. We recently asked an expert, independent firm to assess the provisions of the law. The results of their analysis are staggering.
Thursday, August 26, 2010 |
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| The role of stress in intern's life |
I am in an unhealthy long-term relationship with stress.
We've been together as long as I can remember. I was even stressed in the womb; my mom had to have an emergency C-section.
Thursday, August 26, 2010 |
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| NE to benefit from trade with Hong Kong, Taiwan |
This week, a delegation of Nebraska agriculture and commodity group representatives led by Nebraska Agriculture Director Greg Ibach took part in a trade mission to Taiwan and Hong Kong. The purpose of the visit was to explore opportunities to secure agricultural exports in two international markets important to Nebraska.
Wednesday, August 18, 2010 |
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| Nelson wants a stronger America through START |
While the Senate has been out of session there are still issues facing us that are as hot as the August weather, one of which involves a treaty between two nuclear super powers, the U.S. and Russia.
Wednesday, August 18, 2010 |
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| CRP involves new regulations, sign-ups |
In my last column I announced the beginning of a nationwide general sign-up for the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP). CRP is the Farm Service Agency's primary conservation program, offering annual rental payments and cost share incentives to producers in return for taking eligible cropland out of production and establishing practices to support environmental benefits and wildlife.
Wednesday, August 18, 2010 |
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| So many lists, so little time |
My life is currently a series of lists and I am trying to overcome my fear of list-making.
I recently received the title of News Editor for the SCI and Friend Sentinel and while I'm excited for the new responsibilities, it opened my eyes to my lack of organization.
Wednesday, August 18, 2010 |
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| The Boy Scouts celebrate anniversary |
Nearly 45,000 Boy Scouts descended upon our nation's capital to celebrate the Boy Scouts of America centennial. The Boy Scouts National Jamboree took place July 26 through August 4, with activities in Washington, D.C. and nearby Fort A.P. Hill in Virginia. More than 240 Scouts from the Mid-American Council (Nebraska, Iowa, and South Dakota) made the journey to mark the incredible milestone of 100 years of Boy Scouting.
Wednesday, August 11, 2010 |
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| Governor dedicates cemetery in Alliance |
From 1941 through 1945, our nation was engaged in the most expansive war this world has ever known. Nebraskans were called to duty so that our country would never experience the devastation that war had brought to Europe and Asia.
Wednesday, August 11, 2010 |
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