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Summer Annual Grasses in Alfalfa By Ben Beckman By mid-summer, summer annual grasses like foxtail, sandbur and crabgrass are already up and growing — and they’re starting to cause issues in perennial hay or pasture fields. At this point in the season, pre-emergent herbicides are no longer an effective control option for already growing summer annual wees.

The Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy (NDEE) and the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources (NeDNR) have jointly launched a new landing page for the Nebraska Department of Water, Energy, and Environment (DWEE) website.

““Congressman Bacon has proven throughout his career in Congress to be a man of faith, a leader with integrity, and a steadfast supporter of Nebraska’s farm and ranch families. His service on the House Agriculture Committee has provided a valuable voice for Nebraska’s farmers and ranchers on multiple farm bills and a multitude of issues that impact our nation’s food, fuel, and fiber supply. While we certainly greeted the congressman’s retirement announcement with mixed feelings, we want to wish Don and Angie the best as they embark on this next adventure. The lives of all Nebraskans have been made better due to Congressman Bacon and his tireless work fighting on our behalf. Congratulations, may God continue to bless you, and thank you for your lifetime of selfless service.”

College World Series medical director Dr. Nathan Krug and head baseball trainer Curtiss Self take a moment for a photo at the start of last week’s championship series between Vanderbilt and Virginia at Ameritrade Park in Omaha.

June 26 was a day where many young children of Central City had their minds stimulated by the science of density. Brandon Wright, a science teacher at Central City High School, led a presentation explaining the science behind density with various fluids.

On June 24, the Merrick County Board of Supervisors gathered for yet another semimonthly meeting. The morning gathering consisted of several discussions geared towards bettering the community, which included a brief update on the Litzenberg Long Term Care facility along with talks of the Merrick County Sheriff’s Department’s new K9 unit.

It’s that time again in rural Nebraska—the scent of sulfur will soon fill the air, the night skies will rumble with backyard glory, and half the kids in town will come out of July with a little less hearing and a whole lot more stories.