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It will never get easier
By Ashleigh NoyesTribune columnist
This Valentine’s Day Jason had gone to pick up Alexa so Landon, Jace and I decided to make a special dinner for us all. One of my dear and near friends Amie Friesen gave me the perfect desser...
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Catch a glimpse of a comet
By Vernon WhetstoneAmateur Astronomer
And now for Part III of Astronomy 101, comets. Comets are basically just big balls of frozen water, dirt, and gasses. They come whizzing into the inner solar system from out beyond the orb...
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Be prepared before “the day before the storm.” On the heels of two significant winter storms in the region and with the knowledge that we could experience more severe weather in the months ahead, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the...
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Your family may not be together when a storm or other disaster strikes, so plan how you will contact one another. Think about how you will communicate in different situations. Complete a contact card for each adult family member. Have them keep these card...
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Nebraska’s farmers and ranchers along with the Nebraska Beef Council have announced the launch of the 3rd annual Nebraska’s Best Burger contest. Nominations for the award will be accepted March 1 through March 31 The public is encouraged to nominate t...
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In today’s technology-thirsty society, it’s rare to not see someone with their head down texting on their cell phone or reading the latest status updates on Facebook. However, too much texting and tilting your head down can become a pain in the neck f...
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With the basketball playoffs set to start March 19, this time of year can be especially difficult for Nebraskans who struggle with problem gambling. The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services’ Division of Behavioral Health is urging Nebraskans...
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March 3-9 is National Consumer Protection Week. Attorney General Jon Bruning recently marked the beginning of National Consumer Protection Week by joining with Better Business Bureau President Jim Hegarty and Lincoln Postmaster Kerry Kowalski to increase ...
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By Demetria StephensNebraska News Service Guns, drugs and flying lanterns were among legislative bills debated during the Nebraska Legislature’s Judiciary Committee hearings, Thursday, Feb. 28. LB390, sponsored by Sen. Mark Christensen of Imperial woul...
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By Shelby FrieszNebraska News Service A report on the impact of climate change in Nebraska could be required from the Climate Assessment Response Committee if a bill to be heard by the Agriculture Committee is passed. This bill (LB583), sponsored by Sen...
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Eight members from the Perkins County High FCCLA (Family, Career and Community Leaders of America) attended the PEER Education Retreat in Kearney on Feb. 25. The theme for this year’s retreat was “Meet the SPOTstones” (SPOT is State PEER O...
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Kiolbasa honored at UNK
Mortar Board at the University of Nebraska at Kearney recently hosted its second annual Freshman and Sophomore Recognition Night to honor students who have achieved a 3.7 GPA or higher. Among those honored was Emily Kiolbasa, a so...
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March 7-13All Times MountainThursday, March 7 Boys state basketball No school - spring breakFriday, March 8 Boys state basketball No school - spring breakSaturday, March 9 Boys state basketballMonday, March 11 No school K-12 Parent teacher conferences 9 a...
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Finals can be emotional
By Larry PritchettPast PCHS activities director
The past few weeks I have had the opportunity to do some retirement-like activities. It has been four years since I retired from the school system and started this part-time, full-t...
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The winners of the Knights of Columbus Free Throw Contest held at the Perkins County High School gym on Feb. 3 were: Front row, (l-r): Sidney Pelster, Sammie Patrick, Bryder Hickey and Trye Hickey. Back row: Hailey Snyder, Kimmy Anderson, Tanner...
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Bowling Bags Week of Feb. 28 High Game: Michele Cutler, 201; Starla Stetson, 195; Melinda Nielsen, 186. High Series: Starla Stetson, 530; Diane Larimer, 529; Michele Cutler, 511; Melinda Nielsen, 507.USBC Awards Diane Larimer, 500 Series; Sarah Nelson, 12...
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The Holdrege Optimist Wrestling Tournament will be held on Friday, March 22 in Holdrege at the high school beginning at 5:30 p.m. CT. This tournament is for pre-K through 11th graders. Third grade and above will receive a championship t-shirt and trophy w...
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In February, 26 Nebraska LEAD Program Fellows from across the state of Nebraska attended a three-day seminar in Lincoln. The educational seminar addressed political processes and provided an opportunity to meet with political leaders. Several...
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March deadline approaching
By Teri Moss
County Executive Director
Important Deadline Producers who want to purchase coverage through the Noninsurable Crop Disaster Assistance Program (NAP) must do so before the sales closing date of Friday, March 15. ...
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Private pesticide safety training and chemigation certification will take place at the Crossroads Wesleyan Church, 1710 Wesley Drive, Imperial. Pesticide training will start at 1 p.m. MT and chemigation certification will take place at 5:30 p.m. MT. There...
