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Brett Knoetzel and Nick Martin shared the top spot Thursday during opening night of men’s league golf at the Ainsworth Golf Course with 1-over par rounds of 37. Knoetzel and Martin finished one shot ahead of Graig Kinzie, who posted a round of 38. Chuck Whitney, Troy Brodbeck and Landon Welke finished with rounds of 39.

The Brown County Community Foundation recently awarded the following scholarships. We wish all the graduating seniors a bright future.

Across Nebraska, youth programs supported by the Nebraska Beef Council are helping students connect the dots between agriculture, food, and their everyday lives. From classrooms to campuses, these initiatives are creating meaningful, hands-on learning experiences that leave a lasting impact. One standout effort is the Ag Sack Lunch Program, coordinated by Ginger Jelinek, who is finishing her third year in the role. Focused on fourth grade students, the program combines a meal with agricultural education.

After three weeks of shooting, 1st Class leads with 615, followed by Mob County with 577, and in third place is Weed Wackers with 544. Harrison Ferrier Service ties the third place team with 544, Buckley Steel has 536, and Doug’s Mobile Service has 535.

Principal’s Leadership Award – Megan Jones Highest ACT English score – Erick Hitchcock Highest ACT Reading score – Erick Hitchcock Highest ACT Math score – Jaylee Good Highest ACT Science score – Erick Hitchcock Pre-ACT Highest English score – Teigan Marbry Pre-ACT Highest Reading score – Raelynn Reagan Pre-ACT Highest Math score – Mickal Crisman Pre-ACT Highest 8-9 English score – Kristopher Hitchcock Pre-ACT Highest 8-9 Reading score – Kristopher Hitchcock Pre-ACT Highest Grade 9 Math score – Kristopher Hitchcock Pre-ACT Highest Science score – Ben Clingman, Addilyn Doke and Kristopher Hitchcock Fastbridge Highest eMath score – Kristopher Hitchcock Fastbridge Highest Automaticity score – Mickal Crisman Science Biology

Health care is often thought of as something that happens one patient at a time in a clinic or hospital. Public health takes a broader view and is focused on improving the health of entire populations.

Alpha Delta Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma met April 25, at the Range Cafe in Bassett. Four members answered roll call and made a donation to Read Aloud Nebraska/ CASA project.

Keesha Albrecht is a recent transplant to Brown County, having grown up on a ranch in Blaine County and spent the last several years away while earning her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in English from UNK.

This month, we celebrate Nebraska as the Beef State. Agriculture is the heart and soul of our state, and beef is a cornerstone. We’re recognizing the hard-working producers who make that possible. That’s why I introduced a resolution that designates May as National Beef Month.

Cherry pie, peach cobbler, and apple crisp, just a few of the delicious rewards that come from growing your own fruit. It’s easy to picture fresh fruit picked right from your backyard, but successfully growing fruit trees in Nebraska takes a bit of planning. Choosing the right location and the right tree can make all the difference.