The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), in collaboration with Netsmart, has rescheduled the planned implementation of changes to the federally required Electronic
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UNMC Named New Public Health Regional Center for CDC
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has awarded UNMC one of 10 Regional Centers for Public Health Preparedness and Response across the
New Community College Funding Plan Results in Lower Property Tax Levy from WNCC
The Western Community College Area Board of Governors finalized the budget for the 2025-2026 year at the September Board meeting. The budget shows a
Aging Office of Western Nebraska Earns Another Dividend from NIRMA Program
Aging Office of Western Nebraska has received a $1,388 dividend check through its participation in the Nebraska Intergovernmental Risk Management Association (NIRMA) pooling program.
Commissioners Approve Sportfishing Orders
The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission approved changes to sportfishing orders at its meeting Oct. 25 in Broken Bow. These orders regard daily bag
University of Nebraska to Expand Presidential Scholars Program
The University of Nebraska’s Presidential Scholars program, which provides full-ride scholarship support to all Nebraska students who score a perfect 36 on the ACT,
Scotts Bluff County Earns Another Dividend from NIRMA Program
Scotts Bluff County has received a $35,046 dividend check through its participation in the Nebraska Intergovernmental Risk Management Association (NIRMA) pooling program. The dividend
United Way of Western Nebraska on Track for Success with Union Pacific Grant
United Way of Western Nebraska is a proud recipient of a Union Pacific Railroad Community Ties Giving Program grant, which will impact local families
Gov. Pillen Proclaims Tobacco Cessation Awareness Week
Tobacco use is the leading cause of preventable death and disease. On November 1, 2024, Governor Pillen signed a proclamation recognizing Tobacco Cessation Awareness
Applications Now Accepted for Nitrogen Reduction Incentive Program
Producers growing corn, potatoes or sugar beets in 2025 can receive up to $15 per acre for reducing nitrogen applications. The Nitrogen Reduction Incentive