Free Fishing and Park Entry Day in Nebraska is May 17

Free Fishing and Park Entry Day in Nebraska is May 17. Enjoy a Saturday of fishing or state park activities without the need to purchase a fishing or park entry permit for the day.

Hooker County Historical Society to meet next May 29

submitted by Jennifer Peters April 24, 2025 Meeting called to order at 7:00 p.m. by President Chuck Anders.Pledge of Allegiance Minutes from the previous meeting were read by Jennifer Peters. A motion to approve the minutes was made by Donna Reynolds and seconded by Yvonne Andrews.

Forage Minute: Spring flash grazing

by Ben Beckman As pastures green up this spring, there may be an opportunity for producers to get some early forage and manage weeds, flash grazing. This can be particularly beneficial for early weeds like cheatgrass or downy brome.

Meeting about livestock risk protection insurance in Mullen

North Platte - Cattle producers are invited to attend an informative meeting about Livestock Risk Protection (LRP) insurance hosted by Farm Credit Services of America. It will be at the Hooker County Community Center on Tuesday, May 13 at 12:30 p.m.

A reminder about senior citizen meals at Red’s Cafe

The Mullen CARE Connect group would like to remind Mullen’s senior citizens that they may order the noon special at Red’s Cafe, Monday through Friday.There are some folks who have paid in advance (required) and haven’t used the service! All you need to do is call 308-546-2270 by 10:30 a.m.

Next opportunity to donate blood in Mullen is May 14

Donated blood is a lifesaving gift most healthy people can give. The community is encouraged to donate blood on Wednesday, May 14 from 12-6 p.m. at the Hooker County Community Center to help those who have been seriously injured and need blood products to help them recover.

Rooted Touch Massage now open in Mullen

by Gerri Peterson Mullen now has a second licensed massage therapist. Laura O’Brien opened Rooted Touch Massage last month at Susan Hoyt’s 9.three.salon, located at 504 N Columbus.