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Agriculture remains a critical component of Nebraska’s economy, accounting for nearly 34% of business sales, 22% of the gross state product and nearly a quarter of the state’s jobs, according to a new report by University of Nebraska–Lincoln researchers.

For the week ending May 19, 2024, there were 5.1 days suitable for fieldwork, according to the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service. Topsoil moisture supplies rated 3% very short, 15% short, 77% adequate, and 5% surplus. Subsoil moisture supplies rated 5% very short, 20% short, 71% adequate, and 4% surplus.

Emily Blomstedt of Central City is among 197 University of Nebraska-Lincoln graduating seniors who have completed the requirements to graduate from the University Honors Program in May. Blomstedt will graduate from the College of Arts and Sciences.

Jesus said unto her, I am the resurrection, and the life: he that believeth in Me, though he were dead, yet shall he live:And whosoever livethandbelievethinMeshall neverdie. Believest thou this? John 11:25-26 KJV 1 Corinthians 15:50-58 KJV

The Bob Devaney Sports Center hosted a ceremony for College of Law graduates May 3; Pinnacle Bank Arena held a ceremony for students earning graduate and professional degrees May 17; and Memorial Stadium hosted a ceremony for undergraduates May 18.

Emily Blomstedt of Central City is among 14 graduating seniors who have earned awards from the University Honors Program at the University of Nebraska- Lincoln. Award winners were selected from among 200-plus Honors students to graduate during the 2023-24 academic year.

Graduation honors are awarded to those students with outstanding academic records in their undergraduate work. Degrees with distinction are awarded as follows: Summa Cum Laude, overall GPA of 3.97 or higher; Magna Cum Laude, overall GPA of 3.94 or higher; and Cum Laude, overall GPA of 3.85 or higher.

The Good Life Center -Lunch- Thurs. May 23: Sloppy joe/bun.

High Plains Community School’s 4th and 5th graders in Mrs. Laura Hedrick’s class recently held a Poetry Cafe after finishing up their poetry units. Each week different students poems will be published to honor their hard work!