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BYGONE YEARS IN OSMOND . . .

BYGONE YEARS IN OSMOND . . .

Oct. 24, 1895. . . 03/27/2024 12:00 AM

Osmond Community School Lunch Menu

Osmond Community School Lunch Menu

April 1-5 03/27/2024 12:00 AM

OHS Tiger Tales

OHS Tiger Tales

OHS Tiger Tales 03/27/2024 12:00 AM

State's chicken, egg numbers are both up

State's chicken, egg numbers are both up

LINCOLN – All layers in Ne- braska during February 2024 totaled 8.32 million, up from 6.49 million 03/27/2024 12:00 AM

Speech team members at the state meet were

Speech team members at the state meet were

Speech team members at the state meet were 03/27/2024 12:00 AM

Honoring those who served. . .

Honoring those who served. . .

OSMOND – The Osmond Sons of the American Legion Squad 326 once again hosted some residents of the Norfolk Veterans Home on Wednesday, March 20, for a meal at 3rd Street Bar & Grill. Also invited were American Legion Unit 326 and Auxiliary members. 03/27/2024 12:00 AM

New season of ‘Backyard Farmer’ sprouts April 4

New season of ‘Backyard Farmer’ sprouts April 4

LINCOLN – The popular lawn and garden series “Backyard Farmer” begins its 72nd season at 7 p.m. CT, Thursday, April 4, on Nebraska Public Media. 03/27/2024 12:00 AM

Spring Lambs or Lions

Spring Lambs or Lions

There are several variations of the infamous, “If you don’t like the weather 03/27/2024 12:00 AM

Pierce County Communities for Kids holds provider gallery walk

Pierce County Communities for Kids holds provider gallery walk

In the spring of 2023, the communities of Pierce County were selected to be part of Nebraska Children and Families Foundation Communities for Kids, a state-wide initiative which supports young children, families and those providing their care. The Communities for Kids initiative is a multi-year planning and implementation initiative that was created in response to community requests for assistance with shortages of high-quality early childhood care and education programs. These shortages impact children’s optimal development and pose a challenge for communities hoping to attract and retain the viable workforce they need to thrive. 03/27/2024 12:00 AM

Annual high school art show shines spotlight on student talent

Annual high school art show shines spotlight on student talent

center at Wakefield High School was transformed into a vibrant gallery of creativity on Tuesday, March 19, as students proudly showcased their artistic masterpieces at the annual Wakefield Art Club BIG Show. From captivating paintings to intricate sculptures, the event is a testament to the diverse talents and boundless imagination of the various schools' budding artists. Students from Allen, Bloomfield, Clarkson, Crofton, Homer, Howells-Dodge, Osmond, Pender, Ponca, Stanton, Wausa, Wakefield, Wynot, and Sargent Bluff-Lutton had artwork on display. 03/27/2024 12:00 AM

Student SAEs shine in proficiency competition

Student SAEs shine in proficiency competition

Agricultural Proficiency Awards honor FFA members who, through supervised agricultural experiences, have developed specialized skills that they can apply toward their future careers. Nationally, students can compete for awards in nearly 50 areas ranging from agricultural communications to wildlife management. Members of the Osmond FFA Chapter submitted 10 applications to the District 4 FFA Proficiency Review on Jan. 31. The results were as follows: Matthew Alderson, Top Gold in agricultural education (state qualifying), Top Gold in agricultural mechanics repair and maintenance placement (state qualifying), Second Gold in poultry production (state qualifying); Cody Gansebom, Top Gold in turf grass management (state qualifying), Top Gold in swine production placement (state qualifying); Ava Reikofski, Second Gold in forage production (state qualifying); Alexa Aschoff, Second Gold in vegetable production; Addi von Rentzell, Second Gold in goat production; Keely Gubbels, Silver in ag services; James Doyle, Silver in hospitality, restaurants, and tourism. The state-qualifying applications were submitted for review at the Nebraska State Proficiency Review, which was held on Saturday, Feb. 24, in Kearney at the Younes Conference Center. Matthew Alderson made state finalist (Top 3) in both ag education and ag mechanics repair and maintenance. Matthew will interview Wednesday, April 3, at the Graduate Hotel in Lincoln for his final ranking. Cody Gansebom received Gold in swine production placement and Silver in turf grass management. Ava Reikofski got Silver in forage production. "Combined, these FFA members have worked in excess of 700 hours on their SAE projects outside of regular classroom time," commented FFA Advisor Jessica Evans. "These FFA members have shown great dedication to their projects and have been rewarded for their hard work. Best of luck to Matthew as he competes for the chance to represent the state of Nebraska at the National FFA Convention." 03/27/2024 12:00 AM