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Nebraska’s pheasant, quail and partridge seasons are quickly approaching. The youth season is October 21st - 22nd, and the general season opens October 28th.

As recreation boating season winds down and waterfowl hunting season ramps up, Nebraskans are urged to check boats, boat lifts and docks for invasive species when removing them from the water. Waterfowl hunters are encouraged to take special care prior to launching their boats so as not to contribute to the spread of zebra mussels or aquatic invasive plants.

(Right) Candidates from each group had a challenge. The ladies had to put on blindfolds, then proceeded to put makeup on the guys. Here Kendyl Delimont got to see her finished makeup job on Carter Nelson, which brought a lot of laughs to the crowd.

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Long Pine City Council listened to Reed Miller, a representative of Miller & Associatess Consulting Engineers P.C., who presented their Engineering Services - City Engineer and Street Superintendent proposal. The city is looking for a new City Street Superintendent to finish out 2023 since they were notified their current one, Gilmore and Associates informed the city they were closing effective October 31, 2023.

It takes just a single spark to ignite a wildfire. With the pheasant and rifle deer season openers approaching, hunters are reminded to act responsibly in the field and to do their part to prevent wildfires.

The Niobrara National Scenic River will receive an official “Quiet Trail” award Friday, October 20th from Quiet Parks International in recognition of the river corridor’s pristine natural soundscape largely free from man-made noise. Quiet Parks International, a non-profit organization based in California, studies and recognizes quiet places worldwide, encouraging everyone to safeguard these areas for future enjoyment. The ceremony will take place at 11:00 a.m. CT at the Niobrara National Scenic River visitor center in Valentine, NE.

Dates, Times and Menu Subject to Change Wednesday, October 18th FCCLA District Leadership Conference. 2:00 p.m.: Dismissal.

Alora would make a great student of the month because she is kind, and helpful, listens to directions, does a great job taking turns, and tries her hardest to complete her assignments! Cord does a nice job of following expectations. He has a positive attitude and pays attention and participates in class.