Alfalfa can be successfully seeded in the Spring or Fall depending on field weed pressure; moisture conditions; and timing. Once established, perennial alfalfa plants can complete well with weeds. However, first year stand establishment can be a challenge when moisture is limited; and weed pressure is high.

YORK, Neb. (AP) _ Authorities in southeastern Nebraska say a man trying to smoke drugs in a bus bathroom accidentally set himself and the bus on fire.

February 20th, 2022 - February 26th, 2022 Sunday, February 20th Provided civil standby for a residence in Long Pine. Responded to a civil dispute between neighbors in Ainsworth.

Cara J. Unruh: Speeding 11-15 MPH, $75.00 Fine; Brown County Sheriff’s Office - Deputy Kyle Stang.

YANKTON, S.D. (AP) _ A lawmaker is promoting construction of a long debated four-lane highway between Yankton and Norfolk, Nebraska, citing the recent availability of federal money.

The Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) will hold a pre-construction public information meeting regarding the upcoming reconstruction of U.S. Highway 83 (US-83) in Cherry County. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss construction phasing, traffic impacts, and schedule. The meeting will be held at the Cherry County Fairgrounds, 120 South Green Street, in Valentine, on Thursday, March 3, 2022 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. A brief presentation will begin at 5:15 p.m., with an open house to follow until 7:00 p.m.