Locals qualify for state art show

These five pieces are headed to the state Association of Nebraska Art Clubs Show in June, which will be held in Ogallala. Congratulations!

Six candidates attend forum held in Mullen last month

by Judy White Sunday, April 26, a candidate forum was held in Mullen at the old nursing home.Six candidates presented 5 minute speeches about themselves and their platforms. Af-terwards numerous questions were asked to the candidates from the audience.

Happy Mother’s Day!

Thank you to everyone who entered the Tribune’s Mommy & Me Photo Contest! Joni Cheever was selected as the winner. She will receive a $25 gift certificate to any Mullen business, courtesy of the Tribune.

Hooker County receives $15,000 grant

Hooker County received a $15,000 grant from the Mid-Nebraska Community Foundation Bob & Susan Childers Betterment Grant towards the heater and propane tank install at the new Hooker County maintenance building located near the Hooker County Fairgrounds.

Know your weeds: Timing is key for spring lawn care

Spring has officially arrived.Crabapples and flowering pears are nearing full bloom, and tulips and daffodils are putting on a colorful show.But not everything popping up this time of year is welcome.

Dates for tractor/equipment safety training set

North Platte - The Central States Center for Agricultural Safety and Health (CS-CASH) at the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Public Health, in partnership with Nebraska Extension, has announced the dates for its annual tractor and equipment safety training courses.

Workshop on spread of cedar trees and control options to be in Mullen

Cedar trees are rapidly spreading across Nebraska’s grasslands, threatening valuable forage for grazing animals and habitat for wildlife. In some areas, grass production has dropped by as much as 75% over the past three decades due to cedar tree encroachment.

Forage Minute: Spring turn-out, double cropping forages

SPRING TURN-OUT TO PASTUREAs spring green-up begins, producers may feel the urge to turn animals out to pasture. But the right time to start grazing often comes later than we might think.

May Game and Parks education events

Nebraska Game and Parks Commission educators have scheduled interesting and engaging events for the curious in May.Don’t forget to purchase a Nebraska Vehicle Park Entry Permit to enter the state parks. Get one at OutdoorNebraska. gov or at state park entrances.