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Mid-Plains adds agriculture degree

Students will soon be able to earn an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Agriculture through Mid-Plains Community College. Nebraska’s Coordinating Commission for Postsecondary Education unanimously approved the program proposal recently.

Preventing grass tetany in your herd

Fresh spring growth is a welcome site for producers looking for animal forage. However, lush spring growth may be the perfect condition for a case of grass tetany. While turn out may be a ways off, mitigating this risk starts now.

Win adventure in Take ‘em Fishing Challenge

Take ’em Fishing is all about sharing the experience of the sport. It’s about the excitement of feeling the tug of the line in your fingers for the first time. About the sound of someone’s first catch — big or small. It’s about the memories made. And the adventures to come.

A History Moment with Frank Harding

Editor’s note: Frank Harding shared this “History Moment” with the Hooker County Historical Society recently and is now sharing it with Tribune readers. When the Hooker County High School District was first formed, the first three years the students attended the grade school building in Mullen.

Home food preservation trainings

Many Nebraskans are excited this time of year to begin preparations to preserve the great flavors of the growing season at home.

Village of Mullen appoints Nuisance Officer

In an effort to clean up nuisance areas in the Village of Mullen, the Village Board has appointed West Central Nebraska Development District, Inc. (WCNDD) as the designated Nuisance Officer to enforce the Nuisance Ordinance throughout the community.
Mullen natives Matthew Furrow, and his wife, Haley. Furrow is the new associate at Borders Law Office in Broken Bow. Donnis Hueftle-Bullock

Mullen natives Matthew Furrow, and his wife, Haley. Furrow is the new associate at Borders Law Office in Broken Bow. Donnis Hueftle-Bullock

Mullen native now a Broken Bow attorney

Editor’s note: Reprinted with permission from the April 7, 2022, issue of the Custer County Chief. Matthew Furrow graduated from MHS in 2013 and Haley (Gracey) Furrow graduated from MHS in 2015.

CSG Torch Run registration open

Lincoln - Registration is open for the Cornhusker State Games (CSG) Torch Run, including six in-person routes and the option to participate virtually.