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The Florell Siblings shared five horses while competing in the Buffalo County Fair 4-H Show. From the left: Ava with horse Izzy; Sam with roping horse Billy & Brandt with trail event horse Molly. They are children of Clint and Melissa Florell of Kearney.

Lori Potter, The Kearney Hub KEARNEY — Ava Florell still needs a boost to get into the saddles of horses she rode as a first-year competitor at the Buffalo County Fair 4-H Horse Show.

"I’m really excited," the 9-year-old said, "and also a little nervous." It helps that she’s a show veteran as a spectator, having grown up watching her brothers Sam, 13, and Brandt, 17, compete. The boys started their 2014 horse show in the

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Heartland Cattleman. . . . . . . . . . . A7 speed events, roping, poles and barrels. Ava joined in with halter Production News and other riding events. The Florells also entered market Green Snap in Corn . . . . . . . . . . . . . B4 beef and baking projects at the fair.

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Nebraska Slaughter Steer 35-65% Choice, Live Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$120.22 Nebraska Feeder Steers, Med. & Large Frame, 550-600# . . . . . . . . . . . .171.20 Med & Large Frame, 750-800 # . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .152.84 Choice Boxed Beef, 600-750# Carcass . . . . . . . . . .193.30 Western Corn Belt Base Hog Price . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97.69 Feeder Pigs, National Direct, 50#, FOB . . . . . . . . . . . .* Pork Carcass Cutout, 185#, 51-52% Lean . . . . . . . .102.48 Slaughter Lambs, Ch. & Pr.,Heavy, SD Dir. . . . . . . . .116.00 Nat. Carcass Lamb Cutout, FOB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .275.66

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Nebraska Crop Progress and Condition LINCOLN - For the week ending July 20, 2014, the State saw unseasonably cool temperatures and only isolated rainfall according to USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service. With the dry conditions, wheat harvest was over one half complete. Also, producers in many areas started irrigating their row crops last week. The number of days suitable for fieldwork were 6.4. Topsoil moisture supplies rated 4 percent very short, 28 short, 66 adequate, and 2 surplus. Subsoil moisture supplies rated 8 percent very short, 26 short, 65 adequate, and 1 surplus. Field Crops Report: Winter wheat conditions rated 6 percent very poor, 14 poor, 28 fair, 44 good, and 8 excellent. Winter wheat mature was 84 percent, ahead of 80 last year but behind a five year average of 87. Winter wheat harvested was 54 percent, ahead of 49 last year but behind 61 average. Corn conditions rated 2 percent very poor, 5 poor, 17 fair, 52 good, and 24 excellent. Corn silking was 62 percent, ahead of 45 last year, but near 60 average. Corn dough was 8 percent, ahead of 0 last year but near 6 average Soybean conditions rated 2 percent very poor, 5 poor, 20 fair, 54 good, and 19 excellent. Soybeans blooming was 73 percent, ahead of 61 last year and 62 average. Soybean setting pods was 32 percent, well ahead of 11 last year and 14 average. Sorghum conditions rated 1 percent very poor, 2 poor, 35 fair, 42 good, and 20 excellent. Sorghum headed was 23 percent, well ahead of 4 last year and 7 average. Sorghum coloring was 4 percent, ahead of 0 for both last year and average. Oat conditions rated 3 percent very poor, 18 poor, 26 fair, 50 good, and 3 excellent. Oats coloring was 91 percent. Oats mature was 70 percent. Oats harvested was 31 percent, behind 60 last year and 56 average. Dry bean conditions rated 3 percent very poor, 1 poor, 16 fair, 63 good, and 17 excellent. Dry beans blooming was 22 percent, near 24 last year and 25 average. Proso millet planted was 90 percent, behind 100 both last year and average. Alfalfa hay conditions rated 2 percent very poor, 6 poor, 32 fair, 53 good, and 9 excellent. Alfalfa hay second cutting was 71 percent complete, near 69 last year and 74 average. Alfalfa hay third cutting was 16 percent complete, ahead of 1 last year and 9 average. Livestock, Pasture and Range Report: Pasture and range conditions rated 5 percent very poor, 11 poor, 30 fair, 46 good, and 8 excellent.

USDA Provides 12-Week Progress Update on Disaster Assistance WASHINGTON — Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack provided a 12-week progress report on U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) disaster assistance programs today, announcing that USDA has processed 106,000 payments to farmers in 40 states across the country who suffered livestock and grazing losses between October 2011 and passage of the 2014 Farm Bill. “Farmers and ranchers who waited two and a half years for a Farm Bill are now getting some relief,” said Vilsack. “We met the very ambitious goal to get these programs up and running in just 60 days. Now, thanks to our dedicated staff in offices across the country, we’ve provided more than 106,000 payments to farmers and ranchers in 40 states who suffered drought, blizzard, and other weather related losses.” A quick implementation of the disaster assistance programs has been a top priority for USDA. In February, the Farm Service Agency (FSA) announced that enrollment for four disaster assistance programs would begin April 15, 2014, 60 days from the date the programs were reestablished by the 2014 Farm Bill. After the 2008 Farm Bill, it took over one year for the programs to get up and running. Since then, dedicated full-time FSA staff, as well as temporary employees hired to expedite the application process, have processed over $1.2 billion in payments to qualifying farmers and ranchers. The first payments were sent out to farmers and ranchers within two weeks of enrollment. USDA estimated that roughly $2.5 billion would be provided in disaster relief to cover losses from October 2011 through September 2014. If those estimates prove accurate, it would mean nearly half of all disaster payments have already been provided. While disaster relief is a critical lifeline that can prevent farmers and ranchers who do not have access to crop insurance from being wiped out by weather-related losses beyond their control, most producers only receive support equal to 60 percent of their actual losses.

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Birthdays and Concrete I learn something new almost every month about being married to a farmer. For example, this month I learned that farmers give their wives concrete as a 45th birthday present. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s right â&#x20AC;Ś concrete. I should probably start at the beginning of our life on the farm. When my husbandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s parents lived there, part of the driveway and parking area had never been paved over. As I understand it, the septic tank was in that location and they needed to keep an access to it. When we moved to the farm, we had to put in a larger septic tank farther away from the house. When we changed the front of the house a little bit, we had an area of sand that people had to walk through to get to the front door. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m a patient person, and I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t mind a little sand being tracked in. However, our dogs had decided that digging out holes in the middle of said sand and lounging there was ever so refreshing. They did this so often that in order to get to our front door, visitors had to go through a small obstacle course. We purchased the house on February 29, 2008, and moved in later that fall. So for almost six years, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been waiting for pavement in those two areas. The farmer kept saying weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d have it someday. And, I kept being rather patient about the situation. My wish for concrete by the front door and driveway was second only to my fondness for door handles on the kitchen cabinets. That problem was partly of my making, because Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m rather finicky about such things. I took awhile to find the handles that I liked, and that were inexpensive, before purchasing them. The door handles were finally purchased last Christmas. But they havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t found their way to the cabinets yet. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d do it myself, but the farmer insists upon being a part of the installation. Back to the birthday, this spring the farmer decided he had to have concrete on an area between two of his sheds. And since the truck was coming out anyway, I might as well (finally) get my concrete in the drive way and by the front door. Halleluiah! The main event was supposed to happen before Motherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day in May, but we had some delays. Finally in June, around my 45th birthday, concrete was poured by my front door. A few days later my driveway and parking area was paved as well. Now I am reminded that society says we should find enjoyment in the little things. Believe me, I was a happy camper, especially on the first day I was able to drive on it! You canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t imagine how much a little bit of pavement can make. This whole episode got me thinking about other â&#x20AC;&#x153;giftsâ&#x20AC;? farmers can give to their wives through the years. You know the anniversary suggestions, like paper for the first anniversary,

wood for the fifth anniversary, tin for the 10th anniversary, gold for the 25th anniversary and so on? Just like that. Here are some suggestions, but feel free to adjust the years as needed. For your wifeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 25th birthday, how about getting her a tiller? By this time youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re both settled on the farm and she probably wants to start a garden, or make her gardening easier. A tiller would be perfect. By age 30, she probably has to chase elementary school sons and daughters around the farm. Or sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s running here and there, back and forth, to help out. Might I suggest an ATV? It would come in handy for the entire family, but especially for mom. Come to think of it, I think my farmer purchased a brand new ATV around the time I turned 40, saying it was for me on the farm. After five years, I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t run it as much as the farmer and his mini-mes do. But, I do appreciate it when I have to get somewhere quickly. Around age 35, the kids are helping out with chores more and you all are coming in packed with mud and manure from head to toe. Hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s where you might want to consider getting that second washer, a cheaper model, for the mud room. The dirty clothes can go right into the laundry to get the first layer of gunk and goo off it before they make their way into the family laundry. In the long run, it will end up saving you money because if you trash that one, you still have the original model. The kids are starting to head off to their high school activities, or going to college around age 40. Two words: riding lawnmower. While using the old push version might have been good when your kids were hoofing it through your 5 acre lawn, your wife might not appreciate the workout. Plus, they last forever, so this is the gift that will keep on giving for years. Concrete at 45, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve covered this one. Around age 50, the kids are all out of the house so maybe now is the time to invest in something that will really help out, a dishwasher. This will free her up to help you outside after youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve lost your dishwashing minions, I mean children, to college and careers. Have lunch, throw the dishes in the dishwasher, and keep on moving. From here on out, it gets tricky. Some farmers will work the farm until they canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t walk anymore, and others will want to sell it all and retire. So, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re on your own purchasing the gifts from your golden years. Good luck with that. Just remember though, concrete works at any age. Or really, just something that sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wanted done for years. Now if I could just get the handles on my cabinets.

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• IT’S THE PITTS by Lee Pitts • Housebroke Horse by Lee Pitts

The latest ploy of the animal rightists is to get people to think of horses as pets, rather than livestock. The Animal Welfare Council wants teachers to incorporate into their lesson plans the question, "Is a horse more like a dog or a cow?" The animal rightists shot themselves in the foot on this one, after all, when is the last time your Quarter Horse curled up in your lap or sat beside you in your pickup, like some teenager in love? Tell your horse to roll over and lay on his back so you can scratch him in his secret spot and see if his leg jerks uncontrollably like a dog’s does. Throw a slobbery tennis ball for your horse to retrieve and see if he or she retrieves it like an overeager mutt, or just stands there like a common cow. And when’s the last time your horse obeyed your command to “shake” or “sit”? Here is further proof that a horse is more like a cow than a dog: • Many dogs are housebroken but when was the last time you saw a horse enter through a "horsey door" to sit at his owner's feet while they watch Dancing With The Stars together? And you hardly ever see a horse or a cow drink out of the toilet, or dig a hole in the flower bed like dogs do. • Has your vet ever had to remove a squeaky toy from your horse’s stomach?

• I’d guess the average weight of cows and horses to be around 1,100 pounds whereas the biggest dog in history was an old English Mastiff that weighed 343 pounds. • You can go broke raising livestock like cows and horses. Unless you are betting on Greyhounds or have gone completely crazy buying chew toys and designer pet outfits, it’s a slower process to lose your life's savings on your pet dog. • Horses and cows are vegetarians; dogs are carnivores. Put a flake of hay in front of a cow or horse and it will disappear. Do the same to a dog and he'll pee on it. • Dogs have litters. If your cow or mare ever gave birth to eight offspring at one time you'd have your own reality show on The Discovery Channel • Next time you are in a restaurant ask the server for a "Horsey Bag”. • It's a common sight these days in urbanized areas to see people chained to their dogs, carrying around a plastic bag of doggy doo. Be honest now, have you ever seen someone walking their horse or cow dragging behind them a triple-strength garbage bag full of horse or cow manure? • At rodeos cowboys attempt to ride members of the equine and bovine species but you hardly ever see a cowboy or cowgirl getting bucked off a Border Collie. If cowboys even attempted to ride a

Dalmatian or Corgi PETA would have a coronary. Put 200 pounds on the back of a Dachshund and it would high center on a pebble. • Ranchers don't usually dress their livestock in cute little hats and handmade sweaters. I've never seen a Quarter Horse sleeping in pajamas like some dogs do. • Horses and cows swat flies with their tails. Dogs try to bite them to death. • Many dogs are yappers and barkers whereas cows and horses are much more quiet and don't talk back like dogs have been known to do. • Even hint that you might be going somewhere and your dog will load itself in your truck faster than your wife does for a trip to Costco. When’s the last time you had a cow or a horse voluntarily jump in the truck for a trip to the auction market? • Shoot a duck and your Lab will swim in a lake or climb a mountain to retrieve it. Shoot the same shotgun in front of your horse or cow and you'll have to retrieve your livestock from the next county. And when is the last time your gelding retrieved your newspaper or your slippers for you. So, go ahead and ask the question, is your horse more like a cow or a dog? I rest my case.

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Strong Families by Senator Deb Fischer Washington D.C. Office 825 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20510 Phone: (202) 224-6551 Fax: (202) 228-1325

Years of economic pain and uncertainty have taken their toll on middle class families. Too many continue to struggle. Worries over everyday affordability and long-term financial security persist in Nebraska and across the nation. Those Americans who have jobs are often underemployed, forced to work two or three jobs just to make ends meet. Still, some families can’t get ahead. Increased pressure on shrinking family budgets adds stress on adults raising young children or caring for elderly parents. While Washington remains paralyzed over how to pass big policy changes to jumpstart the economy, there are reasonable measures I believe we can all agree on to make life easier for working families. I’ve introduced a number of proposals – my “Strong Families, Strong Communities” plan – to help all Americans have more take-home pay and more options to provide for their families. An important part of this effort came earlier this year, when I introduced a plan to ensure men and women receive the take-home pay they deserve for the work they perform. In other words, equal pay for equal work. I’ve also been focused on ways to enhance work training programs and help unemployed men and women find good-paying jobs. Last month, I introduced a bill to increase access to capital for aspiring entrepreneurs with limited financial

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resources so they can turn their dreams of a business into a paycheck-producing reality. Recently, I wrote a bill, the Allocating for Children’s Education (ACE) Act, to address another concern for middle class families: rising education costs. All parents – whether their children are in public or private schools, or are homeschooled – face steep costs related to purchasing school supplies or covering extracurricular expenses. This is especially true for parents with special needs children. A “Coverdell” education savings account is a savings plan available for families to use in order to pay for qualified education expenses. These include tutoring, books, tuition, technology, and supplies. Currently, families can set aside up to $2,000 in a Coverdell account. Taxes are not paid on savings as long as the funds are used for educational expenses. As a result, families who regularly contribute to Coverdell accounts can save thousands of dollars over the long-term. The ACE Act would increase the contribution limit to $5,000, allowing parents to save more money. This bill gives parents more opportunity to save responsibly so they can afford to provide their children a high quality education. I’ve also written legislation to give families more control over their healthcare. I’ve heard from thousands of Nebraskans who have fewer health care options because of ObamaCare. Another problem

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with ObamaCare is that it provides increased authority to a federal task force to determine what preventive services are covered by private insurers. These decisions also impact the services provided by Medicare and Medicaid. In 2009, this federal task force made the controversial recommendation that women between the ages of 40-49 did not need regular mammograms. In response to widespread backlash, Congress included in ObamaCare a provision negating the recommendation, leaving federal mammography coverage unchanged until the task force decides to make a new recommendation. This same federal task force has also recommended against regular prostate screenings. Decisions over important health care services like mammograms and prostate screenings impact countless families across the country. I’m offering The Healthy Families Act, which will keep the power given to this federal task force in check by increasing transparency and public involvement in the decisionmaking process. I hope my colleagues will come together behind these common sense proposals, which can help improve the lives of families across the country. Thank you for taking part in the democratic process, and I look forward to visiting with you again next week.

The Status of our Economy by Congressman Adrian Smith Scottsbluff Office 416 Valley View Drive, Suite 600 Scottsbluff, NE 69361 Phone: (308) 633-6333 Fax: (308) 633-6335

As Nebraska’s economy continues to grow and unemployment remains low, the national economy is another story. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported an increase of 288,000 non-farm jobs in June, reducing the unemployment rate to 6.1 percent. These numbers sound like positive news; however, they do not tell the whole story. About six years after the economic crisis began, our economy still has not fully recovered. There are now about the same number of Americans working today as before the recession began. Because of population growth we actually have not caught up with pre-recession employment levels. To close the real jobs gap, including jobs lost and to account for population growth, we would need to see average job growth of 374,000 jobs per month for the remainder of President Obama’s term. At the current 12-month average of 203,000 jobs per month, we would not close the real jobs gap until 2018.

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The official unemployment rate also does not account for those who have dropped out of the labor force – those who have given up looking for a job altogether. The Labor Force Participation Rate, which measures the number of employed Americans and those looking for work relative to the total population, is at the worst levels since the Carter Administration. If you include those who have given up looking for a job, or those who never entered the labor force because of lack of opportunity during the recession, the real unemployment rate would be above 10 percent. In fact, during the Obama Administration more working age adults have left the labor force than found new jobs by a ratio of more than 3:1. This record looks especially bleak when compared with the recovery during the first term of the Reagan Administration. Despite a deep recession beginning during the Carter Administration in the late 1970’s, the economy strongly rebounded. From 1983-1990

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the economy grew almost 36 percent and 20 million new American jobs were created. President Obama promised his policies of massive borrowing and spending would “stimulate” the economy into recovery. So far these promises have fallen flat and the current rate of growth is simply unacceptable. Too many Americans are hurting because they have been limited by an underperforming economy. House Republicans have passed more than 40 bills to encourage economic growth by reducing the size, scope, and burdens of the federal government. However, the Democratic leadership of the U.S. Senate refuses to act. Perhaps they believe the economy is booming and see no reason to change their policies. However, the truth behind the economic data shows this is not the case. The American people, especially those in need would be better served by solutions to our economic challenges.

Preserving a Legacy of Valor by Senator Mike Johanns Kearney Office: 4111 Fourth Avenue, Suite 26 Kearney, NE 68845 Tel: (308) 236-7602 Fax: (308) 236-7473

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Our American way of life didn’t spring up overnight, and it didn’t come without costs. The price was paid in Normandy, Vietnam, Korea, and in many other places around the world, where brave American men and women risked everything for their nation. Our freedom continues to be defended today, as our military heroes battle forces wishing to do us harm in some of the most lawless corners of the world. Each generation of American history has had a front line—a battle to preserve our freedom and secure the promise of the American dream. Over the years, our military men and women have played a central role in guarding our unique American heritage, including the many blessings we sometimes take for granted. For us to truly appreciate our blessings, we must understand their cost and how they were won. Many of our military heroes return home with stories of sacrifice and valor. Some are inspiring and uplifting,

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and others are vivid depictions of the tragedies of war. All are important to better understand what some Americans endured for all of us here at home. Last week, my office conducted several interviews with Nebraska veterans to record their experiences. They are part of the Veterans History Project, a program created by the Library of Congress to collect first-hand accounts of our military campaigns. The mission is to preserve and make available their stories so that all Americans can better understand the realities of war. These stories are important pieces of our nation’s history, and they often help us appreciate the freedoms we enjoy as a nation. Nebraska is home to more than 146,000 veterans— many with unique stories of their experiences defending our freedom. This project is a great way to preserve their experiences for future generations. I invite our veterans to take part in the Veterans History Project. If you are a veteran who served

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during a war or conflict, this is the opportunity to preserve your story. Civilians who materially supported a war effort may also be eligible for an interview. Feel free to contact my office at (402) 4761400, and we will pair you with a trained interviewer and answer any questions you might have. You can learn more about the program by visiting my website, www.johanns.senate.gov, and clicking on the Veterans History Project button in the lower right corner of the page. You will also find a video of my interview with one of our state’s military heroes. We must never forget the courage, determination and sacrifice that our service members displayed across generations. We owe it to our veterans to ensure their service is not lost in time. To all of our current and former military heroes, thank you for your service.

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Quilt Block of the Month Quilters can make a mystery quilt this year. Each month, readers will find directions to make the block of the month. Each unfinished block will measure 12½” (or 12” when finished). Please refer to the January, 2014 and May, 2014 issues for equipment, fabric, and thread suggestions to finish this quilt. For this month’s block you will need three contrasting colors (unless you are using scraps). A is a light fabric, B is a medium, and C is a dark. Cutting instructions Fabric B: Cut twelve (12) 2½” squares. Fabric A: Cut three 6” squares. Fabric C: Cut three 6” squares. Piecing Instructions 1.Make 24 half square triangles from the A (light) and C (dark) fabrics. Trim to 2½” square. 2.Layout the finished blocks as pictured below. They are pictured separated so quilters can better see how to lay it out. Sew the square into rows and the rows into the final block, which should measure 12½” unfinished. 3.Now, store this block (and fabric) until the August 21 Nebraska Farm and Ranch arrives with the next one!

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Evaluate Your Options When Thinking About Marketing This Year's Calf Crop Aaron Berger, Extension Educator Panhandle Research & Extension Center University of Nebraska With a recent adjustment to the downside, prices for all classes of cattle have taken off like a rocket over the last several weeks. These prices at never seen (nor dreamed of) before levels are causing many cow-calf producers to evaluate how they should market this year's calf crop. In addition to higher prices, excellent spring and early summer moisture in many parts of Nebraska and the Northern Great Plains has resulted in great grass production. This grass and the hay that is being made from it will provide an abundance of fall and winter forage. This scenario is prompting many cow-calf producers to ask "Should I keep my calves, sell them or use something to protect these prices?". The following are tools and things to consider when evaluating the options.

Written Marketing Plan Have a written marketing plan that you have discussed with other business team members and adjusted based on today's current market prices. A written marketing plan and communicating it with team members can provide needed accountability to act on it. Risk Management Tools Look at the various risk management tools available and see which ones may help you reach your goals as part of your marketing plan. Things like forward contracting, futures and options, and Livestock Risk Protection Insurance are all devices that can be used. In today's market environment, tools that allow producers to protect against a price move down while leaving the upside open may be attractive. Unit Cost of Production Know your Unit Cost of Production (UCOP). Input costs have increased rapidly in recent years. Knowing what it costs you to produce a pound of weaned calf or to put a pound of gain on a stocker

or a yearling is critical when evaluating marketing options. Many producers are surprised at what it costs to produce a pound of weaned calf today with current input costs. Current Value vs. Projected Value Spend some time looking at the current value of weight gain on calves as well as projected value of gain at today's market prices. Breaking this value of gain down into 50 or 100 pound increments can be instructive. Comparing the value of a pound of gain to what it costs to put on a pound of gain can bring clarity as to whether or not retained ownership is likely to be profitable. Summary Cow-calf producers are familiar with dealing with price volatility. Decision making with current and projected prices that could bring a season of prosperity is almost paralyzing for some. Evaluate the opportunities, develop and execute a plan and then enjoy these times of excellent prices.

High Plains Nutrition and Management Roundtable Focus on Increasing Cow Herd Size and Beef Production The 2014 High Plains Nutrition & Management Roundtable will be hosted Aug. 28 at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln West Central Water Research Field Laboratory at Brule. The theme is “Focus on Cow Herd Size and Beef Production.” Keynote speaker Tom Brink, founder and owner of Brink Consulting & Trading, will discuss “Creating Valuable Calves that Feedlots Really Want.” The High Plains Nutrition & Management Roundtable is an annual meeting hosted by the local chapter of the American Registry of Professional Animal Scientists (ARPAS), which comprises beef industry professionals from Nebraska, Wyoming and Colorado who share a common interest in improving the beef industry through improved nutrition and management practices. Each year, the meeting is hosted in the tri-state area by professors from Colorado State University (CSU), University of Wyoming (UW), and University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL), along with industry professionals who want to share emerging technologies, peer-reviewed research, and ideas. The goal is to maintain an open dialogue between the academic, industry (or private sector), and producer segments who are in pursuit of making better beef for our consumers.

To register for the High Plains Nutrition and Management Roundtable, go to www.nutrition roundtable.org, click on meeting info button at top of page, then click on “2014 meeting registration” link for a registration form that can be filled out and mailed. Instructions are on that web page. Registration is $40 for preregistrations received by Aug. 15. At the door cost will be $50 per person. Questions: Call Matt Luebbe, UNL Feedlot Management Specialist, UNL Panhandle Research and Extension Center, 308-632-1260. ARPAS provides certification of animal scientists through examination, continuing education, and commitment to a code of ethics. Continual improvement of individual members is catalyzed through publications (including the PAS journal) and by providing information on educational opportunities. The roundtable will meet at the Purty Punkins Building neighboring the Field Laboratory. The building address is 350 Road West M South, Brule, NE?. Driving directions: From the East: From the Brule I-80 Exit 177, drive south to Road 60, then west for about ¾ mile; then south on Road West I for about 2 miles; then west on Road 40 for about 4 miles; then south on Road M about ½ mile. The building is on the west side; look for the sign.

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Country Grain Prices as of 7/22/14

Grain Market

Location

Crop Basis Charts from Reporting Locations as of 7/22/14 Corn Basis

Soybean Basis

Wheat Basis

Sorghum Basis

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Aurora Bloomfield Bruning Chappell Columbus Franklin Fremont Funk Gordon *** Grand Island Grant Hastings Hemingford Holdrege Imperial *** Kearney Kimball Lexington Lincoln Maywood McCook Merna Nebraska City Norfolk North Platte Ogallala Ord Overton Sidney St.Paul Superior Waco Wahoo Wayne Alliance Imperial Gordon Hemingford

Corn

New Corn

$3.32 $3.16 $3.28 $3.62 $3.33 $3.60 $3.44 $3.60 $3.10 $3.39 $3.62 $3.60 $3.30 $3.50 $3.62 $3.50 $3.62 $3.65 $3.40 $3.62 $3.62 $3.60 $3.42 $3.39 $3.62 $3.45 $3.60 $3.54 $3.45 $3.35 $3.42 $3.32 $3.30 671 Above Above Above

$3.21 $3.28 $3.18 $3.28 $3.20 $3.68 $3.18 $3.68 $3.00 $3.21 $3.28 $3.68 $3.25 $3.38 $3.28 $3.23 $3.28 $3.30 $3.28 $3.33 $3.28 $3.68 $3.28 $3.20 $3.33 $3.33 $3.68 $3.38 $3.33 $3.10 $3.23 $3.16 $3.22

Beans

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$11.94 $11.88 $12.04 $11.65 $11.95 $11.84 $12.49 $11.84

$9.83 $9.80 $9.83 $9.48 $9.82 $10.65 $9.88 $10.65

$11.94 $11.65 $11.84

$9.84 $9.48 $10.56

$12.04 $11.67 $11.94

$9.98 $9.48 $9.77

$11.94 $12.39 $11.72 $11.75 $11.84 $12.44 $11.84 $11.84

$9.83 $10.18 $9.71 $9.53 $10.65 $9.88 $9.90 $9.83

$11.84 $12.04

$10.66 $9.94

$11.74 $11.94 $12.23

$9.60 $9.88 $9.77 $9.89

Wheat

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$9.83

$5.81 $5.61

$6.21

$6.32

$3.60

$6.21

$6.32 $5.74

$3.60

$6.21

$5.54 $6.32 $5.79 $5.86 $5.56 $5.66 $5.59 $5.76

$6.21

$5.63 $5.61 $6.32

$5.61

$5.73 $5.61

New Milo

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$3.35 $3.21 $3.21

$3.11 $3.03 $3.08

$3.21

$3.03

$3.60 $3.35

$3.10 $3.16

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Livestock Market Nebraska Weekly Weighted Average Feeder Cattle Report Week Ending: 7/19/2014 MARKET: Huss Plate Valley Auction - Kearney; Valentine Livestock Auction - Valentine Receipts: 4500 Last Week 10,226 Last Year 10,759 Compared to last week steers and heifers sold 3.00 to 5.00 higher on comparable sales over 700 lbs. Demand was good with sale barn seats full of buyers. Nebraska slaughter cattle held steady to firm with live prices at 155.00-157.50, while dressed sales were steady to 1.00 lower at 246.00-248.00. Feeder supply included 64 percent steers with 98 percent of the run over 600 lbs.

Feeder Steers Medium & Large 1

Feeder Heifers Medium & Large 1

Head . . . . . . . . . .Wt . . . . . . . . .Avg Wt . . . . . . . .PriceAvg . . . . . . . . . . . .Price

69 . . . . . . . .641-646 . . . . . . .644 . . . . . .270.00-271.00 . . . . . . .270.55

57 . . . . . . . .578-590 . . . . . . .586 . . . . . .238.50-241.00 . . . . . . .240.18

15 . . . . . . . . . .670 . . . . . . . . .670 . . . . . . . . .236.00 . . . . . . . . . .236.00

99 . . . . . . . .665-684 . . . . . . .667 . . . . . .234.00-238.25 . . . . . . .237.68

35 . . . . . . . .736-748 . . . . . . .740 . . . . . .222.00-237.00 . . . . . . .229.21

27 . . . . . . . . . .657 . . . . . . . . .657 . . . . . . . . .241.00 . . . . . . . . . .241.00

125

. . . . . .757-783 . . . . . . .766 . . . . . .217.50-241.50 . . . . . . .233.42

75 . . . . . . . . . .702 . . . . . . . . .702 . . . . . . . . .234.50 . . . . . . . . . .234.50

173 . . . . . . .811-849 . . . . . . .830 . . . . . .214.00-223.75 . . . . . . .219.20

204 . . . . . . .752-798 . . . . . . .781 . . . . . .200.00-219.50 . . . . . . .210.58

481 . . . . . . .850-896 . . . . . . .885 . . . . . .213.00-222.50 . . . . . . .219.79

40 . . . . . . . . . .770 . . . . . . . . .770 . . . . . . . . .243.00 . . . . . . . . . .243.00

241 . . . . . . .871-898 . . . . . . .884 . . . . . .233.00-238.75 . . . . . . .234.41

262

600 . . . . . . .907-939 . . . . . . .922 . . . . . .205.00-220.75 . . . . . . .217.19

359 . . . . . . .851-897 . . . . . . .866 . . . . . .212.00-215.00 . . . . . . .213.97

562 . . . . . . .951-985 . . . . . . .964 . . . . . .210.00-218.00 . . . . . . .214.63

150 . . . . . . .908-914 . . . . . . .911 . . . . . .191.00-195.75 . . . . . . .193.14

107 . . . . . .1002-1048 . . . . .1024 . . . . .205.00-212.00 . . . . . . .208.52

43 . . . . . . . . . .956 . . . . . . . . .956 . . . . . . . . .202.50 . . . . . . . . . .202.50

. . . . . .806-844 . . . . . .828 . . . . . .209.00-218.50 . . . . . . .213.74

5 Area Weekly Weighted Average Direct Slaughter Cattle Week Ending: 7/20/14 Confirmed: 100,400 Week Ago: 91,518 Year Ago: 81,356 Live Basis Sales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Head Count . . . . . Weight Range (lbs) . . . . . . . . . . . Price Range ($) Weighted Averages Slaughter Steers (Beef Breeds): (lbs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .($) Over 80% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9,628 . . . . . . . . .1,200-1,575 . . . . . . . . . . .153.00-158.00 1,405 . . . . . . . . . . .155.84 65 - 80% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19,446 . . . . . . . .1,200-1,500 . . . . . . . . . . .153.50-158.00 1,411 . . . . . . . . . . .156.26 35 - 65% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12,489 . . . . . . . .1,225-1,500 . . . . . . . . . . .153.50-158.00 1,389 . . . . . . . . . . .155.89 0 - 35% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Weighted Averages Live Basis Sales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Head Count . . . . .Weight Range (lbs) . . . . . . . . . . .Price Range ($) Slaughter Heifers (Beef Breeds): (lbs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .($) Over 80% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5,563 . . . . . . . . .1,125-1,350 . . . . . . . . . . .154.00-157.00 1,259 . . . . . . . . . . .155.89 65 - 80% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6,939 . . . . . . . . .1,080-1,450 . . . . . . . . . . .154.00-157.50 1,264 . . . . . . . . . . .156.27 35 - 65% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3,780 . . . . . . . . .1,065-1,350 . . . . . . . . . . .153.50-158.00 1,243 . . . . . . . . . . .155.79 0 - 35% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .============================================================================================================== Weighted Averages Dressed Basis Sales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Head Count . . . . .Weight Range (lbs) . . . . . . . . . . .Price Range ($) Slaughter Steers (Beef Breeds): (lbs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ($) (Paid on Hot Weights) Over 80% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4,447 . . . . . . . . . .781-989 . . . . . . . . . . . . .244.00-248.00 900 . . . . . . . . . . . .246.84 65 - 80% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6,768 . . . . . . . . . .783-950 . . . . . . . . . . . . .244.00-249.00 892 . . . . . . . . . . . .246.35 35 - 65% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2,093 . . . . . . . . . .800-950 . . . . . . . . . . . . .244.00-248.00 886 . . . . . . . . . . . .246.82 0 - 35% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70 . . . . . . . . . . . .851-851 . . . . . . . . . . . . .244.00-244.00 851 . . . . . . . . . . . .244.00 Weighted Averages Dressed Basis Sales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Head Count . . . . . Weight Range (lbs) . . . . . . . . . . .Price Range ($) Slaughter Heifers (Beef Breeds): (lbs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ($) Over 80% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2,200 . . . . . . . . . .730-950 . . . . . . . . . . . . .243.00-248.00 813 . . . . . . . . . . . .246.58 65 - 80% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3,717 . . . . . . . . . .734-950 . . . . . . . . . . . . .245.00-248.00 804 . . . . . . . . . . . .246.32 35 - 65% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3,001 . . . . . . . . . .730-784 . . . . . . . . . . . . .244.00-247.00 749 . . . . . . . . . . . .245.48 0 - 35% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .-

Weekly Weighted Averages (Beef Brands):

6 . . . . . . . . . .1072 . . . . . . . .1072 . . . . . . . .200.00 . . . . . . . . . .200.00

Feeder Heifers Medium & Large 1-2 Feeder Steers Medium & Large 1-2

Head . . . . . . . . . .Wt . . . . . . . . .Avg Wt . . . . . . . .PriceAvg . . . . . . . . . . . .Price

14 . . . . . . . .707-743 . . . . . . .728 . . . . .200.00-218.00 . . . . . . .210.50

11 . . . . . . . . . .565 . . . . . . . .565 . . . . . . . .268.00 . . . . . . . . . . .268.00

13 . . . . . . . . . .855 . . . . . . . . .855 . . . . . . . . .205.50 . . . . . . . . . .205.50

Head Count Avg Weight Avg Price Live FOB Steer . . . . . .41,563 . . . . . . .1,403 . . . . . . .156.05 Live FOB Heifer . . . . .16,282 . . . . . . .1,257 . . . . . . .156.03 Dressed Del Steer . . .13,378 . . . . . . .894 . . . . . . . .246.57 Dressed Del Heifer . . .8,918 . . . . . . . .788 . . . . . . . .246.10

Sales fob feedlots and delivered. Estimated net weights after 3-4% shrink. Other: Contract sales; Formula sales; Holsteins; Heiferettes; Cattle sold earlier in the week, but data not collected on day of sale; Etc.

Week Ago Averages:

Year Ago Averages:

Head Count Avg Weight Avg Price Live FOB Steer . . . . . .36,447 . . . . . . .1,382 . . . . . . .155.89 Live FOB Heifer . . . . .16,936 . . . . . . .1,235 . . . . . . .155.82 Dressed Del Steer . . .16,862 . . . . . . .884 . . . . . . . .247.13 Dressed Del Heifer . . .5,504 . . . . . . . .792 . . . . . . . .247.11

Head Count Avg Weight Avg Price Live FOB Steer . . . . . .20,191 . . . . . . .1,378 . . . . . . .119.87 Live FOB Heifer . . . . .11,096 . . . . . . .1,228 . . . . . . .119.72 Dressed Del Steer . . .17,064 . . . . . . .876 . . . . . . . .192.52 Dressed Del Heifer . . .9,370 . . . . . . . .791 . . . . . . . .192.00

â&#x20AC;˘ St. Joseph Sheep - Week Ending Monday, July 14, 2014 â&#x20AC;˘ Prior Week Slaughtered Lamb Head Count -- Formula : Domestic - 8,527; Imported - 0 Slaughtered Owned Sheep: Domestic: 6,722 Head; Carcass Wt: 32-112 Lbs.; Wtd Avg Wt: 82.0; Wtd avg. Dressing: 50.3; choice or better; 90.2% YG 61.6% Domestic Formula Purchases: . . . .Head . . .Weight (lbs) . . .Avg Weight . . . . . .Price Range . . . . . . . . .Wtd Avg 239 . . . .under 55 lbs . . . . . .42.8 . . . . . . .290.00 - 320.00 . . . . . . . .304.39 1,322 . . . .55-65 lbs . . . . . . .63.0 . . . . . . .285.26 - 304.68 . . . . . . . .299.13 3,947 . . . .65-75 lbs . . . . . . .69.1 . . . . . . . .261.00 - 296.76 . . . . . . . .288.23 1,315 . . . .75-85 lbs . . . . . . .78.6 . . . . . . .267.50 - 302.50 . . . . . . . .290.26 2,061 . . . .85-95 lbs . . . . . . .88.7 . . . . . . . .271.98 - 285.77 . . . . . . . .277.86 113 . . . .over 95 lbs . . . . . .95.7 . . . . . . . .276.00 - 276.00 . . . . . . . .276.00

NEBRASKA HAY SUMMARY Week Ending 7/18/2014

Northeast/Central Nebraska: Alfalfa: Premium large

traded steady on very light demand.

Central and Western

Eastern Nebraska: Compared to last week, alfalfa and

squares 220.00-230.00; Good large squares 180.00-200.00.

Wyoming and Western South Dakota are beginning to cut.

grass hay sold steady on a thin test. Dehy pellets steady to

Grass: Premium large squares 160.00. Small squares 170.00.

Rain and wind have been plaguing areas making for later

weak. Demand was light. Tonnage on first cutting is very good

Good large rounds 100.00. Dehydrated alfalfa 17 percent pro-

starts or reduced quality of hay. All prices dollars per ton FOB

in most areas. However, hay quality is fair to good for most

tein pellets 300.00-325.00; meal 305.00-325.00.

stack in large square bales and rounds, unless otherwise noted.

fields. Grass produces area getting a good start on Native

Platte Valley area of Nebraska: Alfalfa: Fair to good large

meadow hay and tonnage is about the same as last year with a

rounds 100.00. Ground and delivered alfalfa 145.00, blended

few reports of low tonnage on some fields. All sales are dollars

alfalfa product 120.00-135.00. Ground and delivered corn stalks

Alfalfa: Ground and delivered: 150.00. In windrow: 130.00.

per ton FOB (freight on buyer) stack in medium to large square

90.00-115.00, few at loads 120.00. Dehydrated alfalfa 17 per-

Grass: Large Round: Good 100.00. No reported quotes for other

bales and rounds, unless otherwise noted. Prices from the most

cent protein pellets 285.00; meal 292.00.

classes of hay.

recent reported sales.

Western Nebraska: Compared to last week: All classes

Most horse hay sold in small squares. Prices are from the most recent reported sales.

July 24, 2014

Nebraska Farm & Ranch

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The Heartland Express Category Index 1000 - Hay & Forage Equip

1500 - Hay and Grain

2200 - Horses

3000 - Other Equipment

Mower, Windrowers, Swathers, Rakes, Balers, etc.

Alfalfa, Prairie Hay, Straw, Seed, Corn, Bean, etc.

Registered, Grade, Studs, Tack, Mares, etc.

Antique Items, Fencing, Buildings, Catchall, etc.

1100 - Tillage Equip

1800 - Livestock Equip

2300 - Other Animals

5000 - Real Estate

Tractors, Implements, Sprayers, Cultivators, etc.

Chutes, Gates, Panels, Feeder Wagons, Bunks, etc.

Dogs, Poultry, Goats, Fish, etc.

Farm Real Estate, Non Farm Real Estate

1200 - Irrigation Equip

1900 - Cattle

2500 - Services

6000 - Bed and Breakfast

Engines, Motors, Pumps, Pipe, Pivots, Gear Heads, etc.

Feeder Cattle, Heifers, Bulls, Services, etc.

Help Wanted, Custom Work and Services, etc.

Your home away from home

7000 - Special Events

1300 - Grain Harvest Equip

2000 - Swine

2600 - Transportation

Combines, Heads, Augers, Dryers, Carts, etc.

Feeders, Sows, Boars, etc.

Cars, Pickups, Truck, Trailers, ATV, Planes, etc.

1400 - Other Equipment

2100 - Sheep

2800 - Construction

Snowblowers, Blades, Shop Tools, Washers, Heaters etc.

Feeder Lambs, Ewes, Bred Ewes

Dozers, Scrapers, Loaders, Crawlers, Heavy Trucks, etc.

Guide Hunts, Fishing Trips, Singles

Deadline for next issue: THURSDAY, July 31st. The next Heartland Express will be printed on THURSDAY, August 7th. To run a classified ad in the Farm and Ranch call 800-658-3191. 1001 - MOWERS WANTED TO BUY NE - IHC #24 MOWER & PARTS, (308) 5872344 FOR SALE NE - REBUILT KOSCH HAYVESTOR, (308) 587-2344 NE - IHC H, OLDER MODEL, UPRIGHT DISTRIBUTOR, (308) 587-2344 NE - ART’S-WAY 6’ BELLY MOUNT FINISH MOWER, (402) 482-5491 1002 - WINDROWERS FOR SALE TX - BEAN WINDROWER BELTS. ALL MODELS. STRONGEST & BEST QUALITY, USA MADE. GUARANTEED., (800) 337-9826 NE - PARTS FOR A400 JD WINDROWER: FULL SET OF STUBBY GUARDS. ONE CROP DIVIDER. WEAR BARS FOR THE SICKLE HEAD. 2 EXTRA SICKLES FOR A 16’ HEAD., (402) 482-5491 1003 - SWATHERS FOR SALE NE - BELTS FOR MOST BALERS & SWATHERS, (308) 587-2344 1005 - RAKES FOR SALE IA - WWW. RAKEWHEELS. COM, (712) 3662114 1006 - BALERS FOR SALE NE - BALER BELTS AND CHAINS; BEARINGS & FLANGES, (308) 587-2344 AL - ROUND BALER BELTING: LRGST DEALER IN US. ORIGINAL BELTING FOR ALL ROUND BALERS INCLUDING NEW JD IN STOCK! SAVE HUNDRED$! FREE SHIPPING ANYWHERE! NO 800#, JUST BEST PRICES. SINCE 1973. HAMMOND EQUIP. MC/VISA/DISC/AMEX OR COD, BALERBELTS.COM, (334) 627-3348 TX - BALER BELTS- ALL BRANDS. MADE IN THE U. S. A. ! JD WITH GENUINE JD PLATE FASTENERS. FREE SHIPPING ON SETS. WWW. BALERBELTSANDHAYBEDS. COM, (800) 223-1312 NE - JD 530 BALER, (308) 882-4588 TX - BALER BELTS FOR ALL MODEL HAY BALERS. SINGLE BELTS OR IN FULL SETS. STRONGEST & BEST QUALITY. GUARANTEED. USA MADE. ASK ABOUT FREE SHIPPING., (800) 337-9826 1007 - BALE MOVERS/FEEDERS FOR SALE ID - NEW HOLLAND BALE WAGONS, WWW. BALEWAGON. COM. ALL MODELS/PARTS/TIRES, CAN DELIVER/FINANCE/TRADE., (208) 8802889 www.myfarmandranch.com www.myfarmandranch.com

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1101 - TRACTORS FOR SALE - CONT’D NE - 8 HOLE 15” TRACTOR FRONT WHEELS, FITS IHC, (308) 587-2344 NE - IHC 706 FOR SALVAGE, (308) 269-2586 IL - LARGE SELECTION OF NEW, USED & REBUILT TRACTOR PARTS, IH, JD, MM, MH, AC, OLIVER & OTHERS. WE SHIP DAILY. ALSO BUYING ALL MAKES AND MODELS OF TRACTORS. PLEASE CALL:, (217) 370-1149 NE - NEW, USED AND REBUILT TRACTOR PARTS. MOST MAKES AND MODELS, WE SHIP DAILY. BUYING TRACTORS AND HAY EQUIPMENT FOR SALVAGE. MILLER REPAIR MILLERREPAIR. COM OR CALL:, (308) 5824303

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Page 10 1206 - GEAR HEADS FOR SALE NE - US MOTORS GEARHEADS-30HP 4:3 $350, 30HP 2:3 $350, 50HP 1:1 $800 & REBUILT 60HP 6:5 $1100., (308) 624-2177 NE - RANDOLPH/DERAN GEARHEADS-80HP 11:10 $800, 80HP 6:5 $700. PEERLESS GEARHEAD 2:3 $300., (308) 624-2177 NE - AMARILLO GEARHEADS-30HP 3:4 $400, 40HP 1:1 $750, 60HP 1:1 WITH NEW SHAFT & BEARINGS $950, (308) 624-2177 NE - RANDOLPH 125 HP 4:3 RATIO, USED 2 YEARS, (308) 380-7161 1209 - PUMPS WITH MOTORS FOR SALE NE - 3/4 BERKELEY PUMP W/PRIMING VALVE ATTACHED TO 262 ALLIS W/RADIATOR ON CART., (402) 364-2592 1230 - IRRIGATION MISC. FOR SALE WI - SERVING THE MIDWEST WITH COMPLETE IRRIGATION EQUIPMENT, ALL TYPES, NEW & USED. CONTACT ROBERTS IRRIGATION COMPANY AT 1500 POST ROAD, PLOVER, WI 54467, (800) 434-5224 NE - IN STOCK UNDERGROUND PIPE, WIRE, FITTINGS, AND ELECTRICAL PARTS. AERATION AND UNLOADING ELECTRICAL MOTORS., (402) 678-2765 1301 - COMBINES AND ACCESSORIES FOR SALE OK - REBUILT COMBINE SIEVES. NEW REEL BATS, GALVANIZED AND BLACK CELL 580525-1265 OR, (580) 361-2265 OK - C-IH 1480, 810 24’ HEAD, CELL 580525-1265 OR, $10,000.00, (580) 361-2265 NE - PARTS FOR 1680 CLEANING SYSTEM, CALL FOR LIST, (308) 269-2586 NE - 1986 CASE IH 1680, 3, 093 HRS. NEW STYLE UNLOAD GEAR BOX, NEW STYLE FAN, TSR LONG SIEVE CHOPPER NEW ROTO CAGE AND SPECIALTY ROTOR, (308) 2692586 NE - 30 INCH STRADDLE DUALS FOR 2388 WITH AXLE EXTENSION, 18. 4 X 38 RADIALS, (308) 269-2586 NE - 1978 IH 1440, 3300 HOURS, 20’ 820 FLEX PLATFORM, OFFSET 964 CORNHEAD, $15,000.00, (308) 269-2586 1302 - COMBINE HEADS FOR SALE SD - WE REBUILD COMBINE & WINDROWER HEADER AUGERS TO LIKE NEW CONDITION. PONCELET’S WELDING, RAMONA, SD. (605) 480-4860 OR, (605) 482-8405 OK - ‘98 MACDON 960 30’, JD ADAPTOR, CELL 580-525-1265 OR, $11,000.00, (580) 361-2265 TX - COMBINE PICKUP BELTS. ALL MODELS. STRONGEST & BEST QUALITY, USA MADE. GUARANTEED., (800) 337-9826 TX - DRAPER HARVEST HEADER CANVAS. ALL MODELS. STRONGEST & BEST QUALITY. USA MADE. GUARANTEED., (800) 3379826 OK - SP 36 HONEYBEE, FITS CASE-IH COMBINE, CELL 580-525-1265 OR, (580) 3612265 OK - IHC 1020 30’ FLEX HEAD, PICKUP REEL, CELL 580-525-1265 OR, $6,500.00, (580) 361-2265 OK - NEW HART CARTER PICKUP REELS, ALL MAKES & MODELS, CELL 580-525-1265 OR, (580) 361-2265 NE - FOR SALE CASE IH 2208 CORNHEAD 8 ROW 30 INCH $19,800 CASE IH 1020 25 FOOT GRAIN PLATFORM SHEDDED & GOOD CONDITION $7900 CALL 402-923-1721, (402) 920-2625 1305 - WAGONS/GRAVITY WAGONS FOR SALE IA - 6 OR 7 X 12 BARGE & GRAVITY WAGONS, (712) 299-6608 1310 - AUGERS FOR SALE TX - CONVEYOR BELTS FOR ALL MODELS. STRONGEST & BEST QUALITY, USA MADE. GUARANTEED., (800) 337-9826 SD - CONVEYOR. 52’ LONG BELT, 22” WIDE. HAS HOPPER, IS ON WHEELS, BELT IS LIKE NEW. BELT COST $2500. WILL SELL FOR THIS., (605) 386-2131 1312 - HARVESTORS & SILOS FOR SALE WI - SILO DOORS: WOOD OR STEEL! SHIPPED PROMPLY TO YOUR FARM. HARDWARE AVAILABLE WITH STAINLESS STEEL STAPLES. PLEASE CALL:, (800) 222-5726 1313 - GRAIN STORAGE UNITS FOR SALE

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Nebraska Farm & Ranch 1330 - GRAIN HARVEST OTHER FOR SALE NE - NEW ORTHMAN DRY BEAN CUTTERS, (308) 995-5515 1401 - 3 POINT BLADES FOR SALE IA - 2 OR 3 PT BLADES: 6’, 7’, 8’, 9’., (712) 299-6608 1402 - LOG SPLITTERS & STUMP GRINDERS FOR SALE SD - VERMEER WOOD CHIPPER, 3 PT, WILL TAKE 6” DIAMETER LOG. LIKE NEW. REALLY WORKS, $5,000.00, (605) 386-2131 1408 - DAIRY EQUIPMENT WANTED TO BUY WI - USED BULK MILK TANKS, ALL SIZES, (800) 558-0112 FOR SALE

BULK TANKS-USED DAIRY EQUIPMENT Buy-Sell-Trade

800-844-5427 1412 - SHOP TOOLS,WELDERS, ETC WANTED TO BUY NE - 110V WELDING ROD DRYING OVEN, (308) 587-2344 1415 - FURNACES AND HEATERS FOR SALE ELIMINATE • RISING • FUEL COSTS: Clean, safe and efficient wood heat. Central Boiler Classic and E-Classic Outdoor Wood Furnace; heats multiple buildings with only one furnace. 25 year warranty available. Heat with wood, so splitting! Available in dual fuel ready models. www.CentralBoiler.com. WE ALSO HAVE whole house pellet/corn/biomass furnaces. Load once per month with hopper. www.Maximheat.com.

A-1 Heating Systems Instant rebates may apply! Call today! 307-742-4442. 1430 - OTHER EQUIPMENT FOR SALE NE - ELSTON GOPHER MACHINE, (308) 5872344 IA - WWW. WHEELRAKE. COM, (712) 3662114 NE - PORTABLE EVAPORATIVE COOLERS FOR SHOPS, SCHOOLS, BEAT THE HEAT AFFORDABLY., (402) 893-4745 1501 - ALFALFA HAY FOR SALE NE - 2ND, 3RD, & 4TH CUTTING SMALL SQUARES. GOOD QUALITY HAY, (308) 8824588 MO - ZIMMERMAN’S HAY. BIG SQUARE BALES OF PREMIUM ALFALFA HAY. DELIVERY AVAILABLE., (660) 216-0938 1502 - PRAIRIE HAY FOR SALE IA - LARGE RD & BIG SQ BALES GOOD QUALITY GRASS HAY, DELIVERED IN SEMI LOADS ONLY, (641) 658-2738 NE - BIG ROUNDS BALES, CERT NOXIOUS WEED FREE FOR MULCH, (308) 587-2344 1504 - OAT/WHEAT/RYE HAY FOR SALE IA - 1000 TON BIG ROUNDS NET WRAPPED WHEAT HAY, (641) 658-2738 1505 - STRAW FOR SALE NE - 75 BIG RNDS OF STRAW, NET WRAPPED. 308-641-1240 OR, (308) 436-5491 1512 - SEED WANTED TO BUY KS - TRITICALE SEED OFF THE FARM, (316) 249-1907 FOR SALE IA - BUYER & SELLER OF PRAIRIE GRASS & WILDFLOWER SEED, OSENBAUGH SEEDS, LUCAS, IA., (800) 582-2788 NE - NATIVE GRASS SEED, WILDFLOWER, LEAD PLANT, SMART WEED, WOOLY VERBENA & OTHERS. SOUTH FORK SEED CO. 402336-7351 OR, (402) 482-5491 KS - HIGH QUALITY TRITICALE SEED. CLEANED, 54 LB TEST WEIGHT, 90% GERMINATION. REASONABLE DELIVERY FEE. DELIVER ANYWHERE BULK OR BAGGED. CALL BROCK BAKER AT 316-249-1907 OR, (620) 983-2144

We Buy Damaged Grain.

Valley Grain Management Ord, NE • 308-730-0251

Grain Vac’s Available. Also damaged grain from ground piles. Call Greg at 316-640-3203

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KS - BEAUTIFUL TRITICALE SEED. 92% GERMINATION. 10 SEMI LOADS AVAILABLE. CALL FOR DELIVERED PRICE., (316) 249-1907

by Sentry Pack

Easiest to operate, most reliable controller available.

1530 - HAY & GRAIN OTHER WANTED TO BUY

DAMAGED GRAIN WANTED ANYWHERE WE BUY DAMAGED GRAIN & FEED PRODUCTS IN ANY CONDITION WET OR DRY INCLUDING DAMAGED SILO CORN AT TOP DOLLAR WE HAVE VACS & TRUCKS CALL HEIDI OR LARRY

NORTHERN AG SERVICE, INC. 800-205-5751 FOR SALE IA - WWW. REPLACEMENTRAKEWHEELS. COM, (712) 366-2114

Net Wrap, Twine, Covers, Hay Preservative, Silage Bags & Wrap 48” X 9,840’ $192, 64” X 7,000’ $187, 20,000’ 110 twine $19.95, 4,000’ 350 knot $25.95, 50’ X 100’ Cover $187, Silage Wrap $75.95, Ask About Free Delivery Jordan Ag Supply (800) 726-0401 KS - PREMIUM RANGE CUBES. CALL FOR MY DELIVERED PRICE BEFORE YOU BUY. BROCK BAKER, (316) 249-1907 1804 - FEEDING WAGONS FOR SALE TX - FEED WAGON BELTS. ALL MODELS. STRONGEST & BEST QUALITY, USA MADE. WILL BEAT ALL MFG’S PRICES., (800) 337-9826

NEW PENTA

TMR highly efficient vert. mixers

200-1850 cu. units/ft. New Hurricane Auger - 25% faster processing

Gayle • 573-473-6568 www.pentaag.com 1807 - HAY GRINDERS/PROCESSORS FOR SALE MN - HAYBUSTER 1150 TRUCK MOUNT GRINDERS, ENGINE GRINDERS, NEW/USED. PARTS SHIPPED DIRECT. BAKKOBROS. COM. (320) 278-3560, OR CELL, (320) 808-0471 TX - TUB GRINDER BELTS FOR ALL MODELS. STRONGEST & BEST QUALITY. 18”-30” WIDTHS. MADE IN THE USA., (800) 3379826 1808 - ROLLERS FOR SALE KS - USED ROLLER MILLS AVAILABLE, (800) 382-0106 1813 - FEEDERS FOR SALE NE - BULK CAKE & GRAIN FEEDERS, (308) 587-2344 1815 - WATERERS FOR SALE MN - JUG LIVESTOCK WATERERS. THEJUGWATERER. COM, (320) 808-0471

GIANT RUBBER WATER TANKS Tanks made from used earth moving tires. Sizes from 6 to 13 foot. With or without steel bottoms. Full loads can be delivered anywhere in the United States.

Guaranteed best quality & lowest price. Call 605/473-5356 or email randy@zhvalley.com

LAKE OR POND? XP-180 Air Diffusion POND AERATOR / De-Icing System! Includes: Outdoor pump, 100ft tubing, Diffuser & Hardware Kit! 1 YEAR WARRANTY! Just $369.95 + $24 s/h

(608) 254-2735 Open 7 days /week! Website: www.fishpondaerator.com Fish people since 1955

July 24, 2014 1819 - WINDMILLS FOR SALE NE - REBUILT AERMOTORS OR REPAIRS, (308) 587-2344 1830 - LIVESTOCK OTHER WANTED TO BUY NE - 20’ BULL WHIP, (308) 587-2344 FOR SALE KS - TIRE LIVESTOCK PRODUCTS: WATER TANKS, MINERAL FEEDERS, SILAGE COVER WEIGHTS. WWW. GEETIRE. COM, (785) 231-8397 TX - TANK COATINGS, ROOF COATINGS. AVAILABLE FOR METAL COMPOSITION SHINGLES OR TAR ROOFS. LONG LASTING & EASY TO APPLY. WE ALSO MFG. TANK COATINGS FOR CONCRETE, ROCK, STEEL, GALVANIZED OR MOBILE TANKS. VIRDEN PERMABILT CO. WWW. VIRDENPRODUCTS. COM, (806) 352-2761 TANK COATINGS • ROOF COATINGS Available for METAL, composition shingles or tar roofs. Long lasting and easy to apply. We also manufacture tank coatings for concrete, rock, steel, galvanized or mobile tanks.

VIRDEN PERMA-BILT CO. 806-352-2761 • www.virdenproducts.com

NEBRASKA BRAND for sale

1930 - CATTLE OTHER FOR SALE MO - QUALITY REPLACEMENT & BREEDING CATTLE LOCATORS, (816) 688-7887 CO - IT’S SIMPLE. . . YOU NEED SALERS. ACCORDING TO U. S. MARC, SALERS HAVE OPTIMUM BIRTH WEIGHT & GROWTH PERFORMANCE FOR CROSSING WITH ANGUS. SUPERIOR TO COMPETING CONTINENTAL BREEDS FOR MARBLING, SALERS ARE RELATIVELY EQUAL FOR YIELD. SALERSUSA. ORG, (303) 770-9292

GIBBON, NEBRASKA

Order your Promotional HATS & PENS for your next Bull Sale & Save! NOW! $5.00 Caps includes your logo embroided on each hat. NO SETUP CHARGE

Linda Pearson 308-468-5014 • 402-909-3523 wwww.lpadvertising.com

2010 - FARROWING EQUIPMENT FOR SALE

Stainless Steel dry, wet/dry pig feeders. Wean/finish, 50”, 60”, 70” pig crates. G/Stalls, Double LL 250HD Portable Nursery, Cast-Iron Center floors. 5x7’ TriBar Floors SS Nursery gates, feeders.

Call Mike at 605-251-1133

Rafter TV

*FOR SALE* Good, clean used swine equipment. www.cellmanb.com

605-251-1133 includes 1 electric brand for cows, 1 electric brand for calves, and 1 straight iron. Brand position: R-H. Good until 3/31/16. Asking $8000 OBO. Brand has been in the family for nearly a century.

402-382-3208 1901 - FEEDER STEERS FOR SALE MO - WE SPECIALIZE IN LOCATING “QUALITY” FEEDER CATTLE, (816) 688-7887 1903 - OPEN HEIFERS FOR SALE MO - QUALITY REPLACEMENT CATTLE LOCATORS - MAX HARGROVE, (816) 688-7887 KS - 250 BLACK ANGUS OPEN HEIFERS, SEE VIDEOS AT CLOVLANFARMS. COM, (785) 418-2983 1906 - BRED COWS FOR SALE KS - 80 2 YR OLD FALL BRED BLACK ANGUS COWS. SEE VIDEOS AT CLOVLANFARMS. COM, (785) 418-2983 KS - 150 FALL BRED ANGUS COWS, CALVE SEPT & OCTOBER. SEE VIDEOS AT CLOVLANFARMS. COM, (785) 418-2983 1909 - BULLS FOR SALE NE - REG. ANGUS BULLS, 2 YEAR OLDS & COMING YEARLINGS., (308) 569-2458 NE - PUREBRED ANGUS BULLS, YEARLINGS & 2 YR OLDS. TC TOTAL, GAR INGENUITY, WMR TIMELESS, & CONNEALY CONFIDENCE BLOODLINES. SCHULTE ANGUS RANCH, KEARNEY, NE CALL 308-708-1839 OR, (308) 236-0761 1912 - BACKROUNDING/FEEDING FOR SALE

CANNONBALL CATTLE CO. Custom Preconditioning and growing. 20+ years experience. Great facilities. High stress calves or seed stock cattle. Consulting vet and nutritionist. Darren at PH-620-214-2060 Scott City, Kansas

2011 - HOG EQUIPMENT FOR SALE

*FOR SALE* Good, clean used pig & hog equipment. www.mikesgoodusedequipment.com

605-251-1133 2202 - STUD SERVICE FOR SALE NE - MORGAN STALLION STANDING AT STUD, (308) 587-2344 NE - FOR SALE OR TRADE, BLACK MORGAN STALLION. SMOKES KING FDK 182803, (308) 587-2344 2502 - CUSTOM WORK/SERVICES KS - CORN, MILO, WHEAT HARVESTING WANTED. TWO JD MACHINES & SUPPORTING TRUCKS., (785) 567-8515 Backgrounding and finishing Available for Feeder Calves, Butcher Cows, Bred Cattle, & Cow/Calf Pairs. Calving and AI services. References Available & Reasonable Rate. Call 605-520-3182 2601 - CARS FOR SALE IA - 1985 BUICK PARK AVENUE, VERY NICE, $1,550.00, (712) 299-6608 IA - NICE 1992 CHEV SUBURBAN, 4WD, $3,650.00, (712) 299-6608 IA - VERY NICE 2000 CAMARO CONVERTIBLE, RED & BLACK, $8,650.00, (712) 2996608 NE - 1978 CHEVY NOVA, 305, AUTOMATIC, 4 DR SEDAN, CD PLAYER/AFTERMARKET STEREO, DECENT TIRES, 170K MI., (308) 587-2344 2602 - PICKUPS WANTED TO BUY NE - BOX FOR A 1996 CHEVY EXT CAB SHORTBOX, (402) 482-5491 FOR SALE NE - THIRD SEAT FOR 95-99 SUBURBAN, TAUPE LEATHER, $100.00, (308) 624-2177 www.myfarmandranch.com

If you’re looking for a better way... Experience • Services • Location Management • Facilities

Russell Walker-Manager Office 308-346-4117 Cell 785-258-0624 russellwalker0624@yahoo.com 82965 St. Hwy 11 Burwell, NE 68823

July 24, 2014 2602 - PICKUPS FOR SALE - CONT’D

Exira Auto Sales

Hwy. 71, Exira, IA • 712-268-5345 www.exiraauto.com ‘12 Dodge 2500 Crew Cab long bed 4x4, auto, diesel .............................. Call ‘12 Dodge 3500 Crew Cab dually, flatbed 4x4, diesel, auto ............... $29,800 ‘12 Dodge 2500 Crew Cab short bed 4x4, diesel, 6-spd.................... $36,900 ‘12 Dodge 2500 Crew Cab short bed 4x4, diesel, auto., 49K ............ $33,900 ‘12 Dodge 2500 Crew Cab short bed 4x4, 5.7 gas, 68K .................... $24,900 ‘11 Chevy 3500 SRW Crew Cab 2WD diesel, 58K. ............................ $31,900 SOLD ‘11 Chevy 3500 SRW Crew Cab 4x4, diesel, long bed, 107K ............ $28,900 ‘11 Ford F-550 Reg. Cab 2WD auto., 6.7 diesel................................. $18,900 ‘09 Chevy 2500 Crew Cab short box 4x4, 6.0 gas ............................. $11,900 ‘08 Chevy 2500 X Cab short bed 4x4, auto., diesel ........................... $16,900 ‘08 Jeep Wrangler 4x4, 6-spd., V6 .................................................... $13,900 SOLD $10,900 ‘08 Jeep Wrangler, V6 4x4, hard top, right hand driver..................... ‘08 Chevy 2500 X Cab 4x4, 6.0 gas ................................................... $10,700 ‘08 Dodge 3500 Dually, Reg, Cab 4x4, diesel, auto., cab and chassis.. $16,700 ‘08 Ford F-2500 X Cab 4x4, auto., V10................................................ $8,900 ‘07 Chevy 2500 Crew Cab long bed 4x4, diesel ................................. $18,900 ‘07 Dodge 3500 Quad Cab Dually, 4x4 auto., flat bed,5.9 diesel ....... $18,700 ‘07 Dodge 3500 Reg. Cab Dually 4x4, 5.9 diesel., auto ..................... $17,800 ‘07 Chevy 2500 X Cab 4x4, long bed, diesel...................................... $14,900 ‘07 Chevy 1500 Crew Cab 4x4, short bed, auto, V8 ............................ $9,800 ‘07 Chevy 2500 Reg. Cab 4x4, 6.0 auto., utility bed ............................ $6,950 ‘06 Ford F-250 Reg. Cab 4x4, 5.4 gas, auto. w/V-plow ..................... $10,950 ‘06 Dodge 3500 SRW Quad Cab 4x4, auto., diesel............................ $10,700 ‘06 Chevy 2500 X Cab long bed 4x4, auto., 6.0 V8 ............................. $7,950 ‘05 Dodge 2500 Quad Cab long bed 4x4, diesel, 6-spd..................... $16,900 ‘05 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited, 2 dr., hard-top 4x4, 6-cyl., auto.......... $10,900 ‘05 Chevy 2500 X Cab 4x4, 6.0 gas, Utility bed ................................... $6,950 ‘04 Chevy 1500 X Cab short bed 4x4, auto., V8 .................................. $5,800 ‘03 Dodge 2500 Reg Cab 4x4, diesel, auto. 78K ............................... $13,900 ‘03 Ford F-350 Crew Cab XLT Dually, 2WD, diesel, 80K ................... $12,900 ‘03 Ford F-350 SRW Crew Cab 2WD, 7.3 diesel, 88K ....................... $11,900 ‘02 Dodge 2500 Quad Cab 4x4, short bed, diesel, auto....................... $7,400 ‘02 GMC 2500 Reg Cab 4x4, 6.0 gas, auto.......................................... $5,500 ‘02 Dodge 2500 Quad Cab short bed 4x4, 360 V8, snow plow ........... $4,900 ‘01 Chevy Tahoe LT, leather, sunroof, 4x4, auto. V8, 141K................. $3,900 ‘00 Ford F-350 SRW Crew Cab 4x4, long bed, diesel, new engine .... $13,900

F&S Truck Parts is buying and selling truck beds in your area. Call Zach at 800-440-0721 pick up and delivery available 2603 - TRUCKS FOR SALE SD - 1952 IH L160 TRUCK, 16’ COMBINATION GRAIN & STOCK BOX & HOIST, GOOD CONDITION. $1500, (605) 386-2131 2604 - GRAIN TRAILERS FOR SALE OK - 2015 SHOP BUILT 32’ ONE HOPPER, 2 COMPARTMENTS, REFURBISHED RUNNING GEAR, CELL 580-525-1265 OR, $19,000.00, (580) 361-2265 OK - 1990 TIMPTE 48’ X 96”, CELL 580-5251265 OR, (580) 361-2265 2607 - UTILITY TRAILERS FOR SALE KS - INTERSTATE 6’ X 12’ ENCLOSED CARGO TRAILER, HAS INTERIOR CABINETS & SHELVING, $2,750.00, (785) 871-0711 2613 - MOBILE HOMES & RV’S FOR SALE KS - 1977 CHEVY MOTOR HOME, $2,750.00, (785) 871-0711 www.myfarmandranch.com www.myfarmandranch.com www.myfarmandranch.com

Nebraska Farm & Ranch 2615 - AIRPLANES FOR SALE NE - MONI MOTOR GLIDER AND TRAILER, LOW HOURS, (402) 364-2592 2616 - TIRES WANTED TO BUY NE - 11. 2 X 36 OR 12. 4 X 36 TIRES, (308) 587-2344 MO - 20. 4 X 34 REAR TIRES, (816) 3782015 NE - 12. 4 X 38 TRACTOR REARS, NEW OR USED, DECENT SHAPE, (308) 587-2344 FOR SALE NE - 15” SPLIT RIMS, 8 HOLE, 750 MUD/SNOW, (308) 587-2344 NE - RIM-GARD, NON CORROSIVE, TIRE BALLAST, TUBE OR TUBELESS TIRES, (308) 587-2344 NE - 90% TREAD 24. 5 X 32 DIAMOND TREAD 12 PLY ON 10 HOLE RIM, (308) 2692586 NE - 3 NEW, NEVER BEEN MOUNTED, 9. 5L X 15 IMPLEMENT TIRES. 2 8PLY & 1 12 PLY., (308) 587-2344 IA - 18. 4 X 26”, 34”, 38” TIRES, (712) 2996608 2618 - SEMI TRACTORS/TRAILERS FOR SALE OK - 2015 BOURBON 36’, DOUBLE HOPPER BOTTOM, CELL 580-525-1265 OR, $2.00, (580) 361-2265 NE - 1999 KENWORTH W900L, 875K MILES, 10 SP, JAKE, 24. 5 TIRES, 90%, NEW AIR BAGS, AEROCAB, NEW DOT TAG, CAT ENGINE, (308) 991-6463 2803 - DIRT SCRAPERS WANTED TO BUY MO - WE BUY & TRADE USED HYDRAULIC EJECTION SCRAPERS, (660) 548-3804 FOR SALE MO - NEW & USED SCRAPERS- EJECTION & DUMP, ANY SIZE, (660) 548-3804 NE - PULL BEHIND BOX SCRAPERS, 10’ & 12’; 3PT’S 6’ & 8’, (402) 678-2277 MO - NEW TOREQ BY STEIGER & LEON SCRAPERS, (660) 548-3804 MO - TOREQ 40” PTO DITCHER, $7,800.00, (660) 548-3804 MO - BUFFALO 12’ BOX BLADES IN STOCK, (660) 548-3804 MO - LEON HYDRAULIC EJECT 1450 WITH EXTENSIONS, NEW TIRES & PAINT, $28,000.00, (660) 548-3804 ND - SCRAPER: BUY & SELL OLD CABLE SCRAPERS, CAT 60, 70, 80; LETOURNEAU LS, LP, FP; A/C; ALL MAKES AND SIZES, WILL CONVERT OVER TO HYDRAULICS, VERY PROFESSIONALLY DONE, TIRES & PARTS. CONTACT STEVE, WWW. STEVEVOIGHTMAN. COM. CELL 701-6808015 OR BUS., (701) 742-2182 MO - SOILMOVER 12 YD, HYD EJECT, (660) 548-3804 MO - SOILMOVER 425, 4. 5 YARD, (660) 548-3804 MO - (3) TOREQ 9 YDS, TOREQ 13 YD, TOREQ 14 YD DIRECT MOUNT, TOREQ 11. 5 YD, (660) 548-3804 www.myfarmandranch.com www.myfarmandranch.com

2822 - SKID STEER LOADERS FOR SALE KS - BOBCAT 963, $20,000.00, (785) 8710711 2824 - MATERIAL HANDLING EQMT FOR SALE NE - 1500-8000# (MOSTLY 4000#), AIR TIRES & NEW FORKS, (402) 678-2277 2827 - BUILDING SUPPLIES FOR SALE

2828 - LAND LEVELING EQUIPMENT FOR SALE MO - MIDLAND 16X45 LAND LEVELER, (660) 548-3804 3002 - ANTIQUE TRACTORS WANTED TO BUY SD - MINNEAPOLIS MOLINE ANY OLDER MM, (605) 386-2131 FOR SALE MN - ANTIQUE TRACTOR COLLECTORS! BIEWER’S TRACTOR & MACH. SALV. SPECIALIZES IN 1920-85 TRACTOR PARTS. FREE NATIONWIDE LOCATING. BARNESVILLE, MN. SEARCH PARTS & SEE OVER 300 ANTIQUE TRACTORS PICTURED AT SALVAGETRACTORS. COM, (218) 493-4696 NE - TRACTOR PARTS FOR SALE. NEW AFTERMARKET PARTS FOR MOST MAKES OF TRACTORS. FRONT END PARTS, 3 PT HITCH PARTS, RADIATORS, SEATS, STEERING WHEELS, BATTERY BOXES, PTO PARTS, DRAWBARS, WATER PUMPS, DECALS & MORE. CLASSIC AG, AINSWORTH, NE., (800) 286-2171 IA - IH TRACTORS: A, SUP A, B, C, SUP C, H, SUP H, M, SUP M, SMTA, 300, 350, 400, 450, 460, 560, 606, 504, 706G, 240, 340, 574 UTILITIES, (712) 299-6608 3003 - ANTIQUE VEHICLES WANTED TO BUY SD - IH 6 SPEED SPECIAL TRUCK, (605) 386-2131 SD - OLDER JEEPS, CJ 2A, 1948 OR OLDER, ALSO MILITARY, (605) 386-2131 www.myfarmandranch.com

Page 11 3003 - ANTIQUE VEHICLES WANTED TO BUY - CONT’D NE - TEENS, 20’S, EARLY 30’S IHC TRUCKS, PARTS, LITERATURE, (308) 894-6965 3004 - ANTIQUE MACHINERY FOR SALE IA - LARGE NUMBER OF ANTIQUE MACHINERY ITEMS, INCLUDING STEEL WHEEL PLOWS, POTATO DIGGERS, & GEARS FOR IH & JD STEEL WHEELS, STEEL WHEEL ROAD GRADERS & HAY LOADERS. PULL TYPE CORN PICKERS AND CORN SHELLERS. 2, 4, 6 ROW OLDER JD PLANTERS., (712) 2996608 IA - IH 715 G, 4-30, 13’ BH, $2,850.00, (712) 299-6608 3005 - FENCING MATERIALS FOR SALE

3016 - BUILDINGS & STRUCTURES FOR SALE NE - HIGH DENSITY FOAM BOARD INSULATION. $19.20 PER SHEET - 4’ X 8’ X 2” THICK. ELIMINATE FROST HEAVING IN CONCRETE. PERFECT FOR IN-FLOOR HEATING APPLICATIONS. CALL LITEFORM AT, (800) 551-3313 MO - FARM BUILDING SALE! SAVE THOUSANDS ON BARNS, IMPLEMENT SHEDS, SHOPS AND GARAGES. FACEBOOK: PERKA BUILDINGS OR CALL, (800) 467-3752 3018 - LUMBER FOR SALE

Solid Plastic Fence Posts for pasture fence. Have 3”, 4” and 5”, with various lengths. Call Spotanski Plastics at 888-Dig-post or Bill at 308-940-0068 spotanskiplastics.com

MERICAN WOOD FIBERS

(620) 241-2582 • McPherson, KS www.frankblackpipe.com sales@frankblackpipe.com 2-3/8"; 2-7/8"; 3-1/2" oilfield tubing 3/4" thru 42" new & used line pipe square & rectangular tubing plate steel • sucker rods beam, channel & angle iron Call us for all your steel pipe needs.

WE CAN DELIVER!

STRUCTURAL PIPE Excellent Condition

Cut post with saddle ALL SIZES AVAILABLE Discounted delivery on full loads Call or E-mail Kayla: 970.324.4580

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Oilfield Pipe & Rods All Sizes/Top Quality. We provide free delivery on full truckloads in Kansas & the surrounding states.

John Seib 785-798-5959 Larry Seib 785-798-5245 S&S Pipe & Steel, Inc. Ness City, KS www.myfarmandranch.com www.myfarmandranch.com www.myfarmandranch.com www.myfarmandranch.com www.myfarmandranch.com www.myfarmandranch.com

WANTED Cedar and Cottonwood Logs & Timber. Inquire About Other Logs

Supplier of Wood Shavings Stall & kennel shavings

800-662-5459 3030 - OTHER FOR SALE NE - REASONABLY PRICE MECHANICS GLOVES, WARM GLOVES, MITTENS & OTHER GLOVES., (308) 587-2344 Pre-Assembled Installs in Minutes!

1 hp unit shown

CasCade 5000 Floating POND FOUNTAIN! Aerator Now Available Factory Direct! MSRP ($1100) You Pay $698.95! Complete with light & timer, 100 ft. power card, 1 yr warranty! (Also available in 3/4 hp & 1.25 hp)

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3034 - WIND GENERATORS WANTED TO BUY SD - JACOBS 32 VOLT WIND GENERATOR, ALSO WINCHARGER USED DURING THE ‘30’S & ‘40’S, WILL PAY ACCORDING TO CONDITION, (605) 386-2131 5001 - NON-FARM REAL ESTATE FOR SALE WE BUY & TAKE TRADE-INS ON 1992 AND NEWER CLEAN... USED... SINGLE/ DOUBLEWIDE MOBILE HOMES. HINN’S HOMES, INC. - CHADRON - 800-4552533 - SCOTTSBLUFF - 800-353-5535 WANTING TO AVOID HIGH PRICES??? WOULD YOU DRIVE 100 MILES AND GET A FREE LUNCH AND TO “SAVE” “THOUSANDS”??? HINN’S HOMES, INC. - CHADRON - 800-455-2533 SCOTTSBLUFF - 800-353-5535 ORDER YOUR NEW HOME NOW!! RECEIVE $2,000 IN OPTIONS AT NO ADDITIONAL COST ☺ ALL SPECIAL ORDERS INCLUDE SETUP AND DELIVERY. HINN’S HOMES, INC. - CHADRON - 800-455-2533 SCOTTSBLUFF - 800-353-5535

Midlands Classified Ad Network WANTED - SERVICE TECHNICIAN. HORIZONWEST INC. IS A CASE IH FARM EQUIPMENT DEALER. WE ARE ONE OF THE AREA'S LEADERS IN AGRICULTURAL EQUIPMENT TECHNOLOGY. WE OFFER: COMPETITIVE WAGES, TIME AND 1/2 FOR OVERTIME, SERVICE INCENTIVE PROGRAM, HEALTH/DENTAL INSURANCE, LIFE INSURANCE, PERSONAL TIME OFF, 7 PAID HOLIDAYS, TOOL REIMBURSEMENT PROGRAM, 401K RETIREMENT PLAN, UNIFORM ALLOWANCE, FACTORY SCHOOLING/TRAINING. CALL: BRUCE OR ADAM AT 308-635-3727 OR TOLL FREE AT 888-322-7344 OR SEND RESUME TO P.O. BOX 1070, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69363 MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN FOR SCOTTSBLUFF, NE. MUST HAVE MARKED MECHANICAL ABILITY TO ANALYZE AND PERFORM REPAIRS. WORKING KNOWLEDGE OF ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, DRY WALL AND APPLIANCE REPAIRS A MUST. INTERESTED INDIVIDUALS SHOULD COMPLETE AN APPLICATION ONLINE AT WWW.COSTELLOCO.COM/JOBLISTINGS OR CALL (605) 280-0054 THE NEBRASKA DEPARTMENT OF ROADS IS CURRENTLY ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR A HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE WORKER IN BRIDGEPORT, NE. FOR A FULL JOB DESCRIPTION OR TO APPLY, VISIT WWW.STATE JOBS.NEBRASKA.GOV. AN ONLINE STATE APPLICATION MUST BE COMPLETED ON OR BEFORE THE CLOSING DATE OF JULY 25TH. NOTIFY THE STATE DEPARTMENT OF PERSONNEL AT 402-4712075 IF YOU NEED ACCOMMODATION IN THE SELECTION PROCESS. (TDD CALLS ONLY: 402-471-4693). THE STATE OF NEBRASKA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. CHAMP, LLC (HORMEL FOODS) ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN. POSITION LOCATION: ALBIN,

WYOMING. POSITION AIM: A POSITION THAT PROVIDES SKILLED MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL SUPPORT TO ALL AREAS OF PRODUCTION SITES. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: TWO YEARS OF JOURNEYMAN’S EXPERIENCE IN THE INSTALLATION, REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE OF ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE. ABILITY TO WORK IN A FAST-PACED ENVIRONMENT. KNOWLEDGE OF ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS AND EQUIPMENT INCLUDING THE USE OF SPECIAL INSTRUMENTS FOR DIAGNOSTIC PURPOSES. MUST BE ABLE TO WORK WELL WITH ALL LEVELS OF PERSONNEL WHETHER INDIVIDUAL OR IN A TEAM ENVIRONMENT. ABILITY TO CLIMB STRUCTURES, TO WORK BENEATH MACHINES AND IN CLOSE QUARTERS PERFORMING ANALYSIS AND REPAIR WORK. EXPOSURE TO HIGH VOLTAGE ELECTRICITY. HIGH DEGREE OF PRECISION REQUIRED. DEPENDABLE INDIVIDUAL THAT IS WILLING TO BE ON CALL. RESPONSIBILITIES: TROUBLESHOOT AND REPAIR ELECTRICAL AND MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO PROGRAMMABLE CONTROLS, NUMERAL CONTROLS, POWER SUPPLIES, GAUGES, MOTOR EQUIPMENT AND GENERATORS. PERFORMS PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE FUNCTIONS AS DIRECTED. PLANS AND PERFORMS WORK THROUGH LOCAL AND NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODES AND PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION AND APPLICATION OF ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT. INFORMS APPROPRIATE MANAGEMENT OF POTENTIAL ELECTRICAL AND MECHANICAL PROBLEMS AND INHERENT DANGERS INVOLVED. MAINTAINS COMPANY REQUIRED MAINTENANCE RECORDS FOR IDENTIFIED EQUIPMENT. ASSISTS MAINTENANCE PERSONNEL WITH TECHNICAL TROUBLESHOOTING. PERFORMS

OTHER DUTIES AS REQUIRED. BENEFIT PACKAGE INCLUDES PAID VACATION, HOLIDAYS, 401K/PROFIT SHARING AND MEDICAL, DENTAL AND VISION BENEFITS. $20$25 PER HR DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE. RELOCATION ASSISTANCE. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER IF INTERESTED YOU MAY EMAIL YOUR RESUME TO: KTWEBB@RTCONNECT.NET RS561 LARGE ROUND BALER. TWINE OR MESH, WIDE PICKUP, COMPLETELY GONE THRU AT HORIZON WEST, 1400 BALES BACK. ALWAYS SHEDDED. EXCELLENT CONDITION. $12,000 OBO. CALL (308) 6315891. TRIDAKO DIESEL. LOOKING FOR A SERVICE WRITER/OFFICE MANAGER WITH SOME MECHANICAL KNOWLEDGE AND GREAT CUSTOMER SERVICE. WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR AR/AP, INVOICING, ALSO ORDERING PARTS AND KEEPING TRACK OF INVENTORY. MUST BE ABLE TO LIFT 50LBS. THE POSITION IS FULLTIME WITH A BENEFIT PACKAGE INCLUDING PAID VACATION & HOLIDAYS, HEALTH INSURANCE, COMPANY MATCHED IRA, PLUS PROFIT SHARING. MAIL RESUME TO: PO BOX 740, ALLIANCE NE 69301, OR FAX TO 308-762-7459. ATTENTION HR DEPARTMENT, OR EMAIL TO MISTYBROWNLOW@PERRINMFG.COM HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANICS. 2 YEARS EXPERIENCE AT A MINIMUM. APPLY AT: 2970 N. 10TH ST, GERING, NE EOE TRADES ESTABLISHED CONTRACTING BUSINESS IN NE NEBRASKA IS HIRING A JOURNEYMAN ELECTRICIAN AND INDIVIDUALS WITH ELECTRICAL EXPERIENCE. SEND RESUME TO: DEC, INC. PO BOX 10, PAGE, NE 68766 OR EMAIL TO KVANEVERY@ DECINC.COM OR CALL 402-338-5342. LOOKING FOR AN ACCOUNTS PAYABLE CLERK. THE RESPONSIBILITIES WILL BE DOING ACCOUNTS PAYABLE, BANK

RECONCILIATIONS, EXCEL WORKSHEETS AND GRAPHS. MUST HAVE GOOD COMMUNICATION SKILLS, AND THE ABILITY TO MULTI TASK AND OPERATE UNDER DEADLINES. HAVING KNOWLEDGE OF MICROSOFT OFFICE PROGRAMS IS A MUST. THE POSITION IS FULLTIME WITH A BENEFIT PACKAGE INCLUDING PAID VACATION & HOLIDAYS, HEALTH INSURANCE, COMPANY MATCHED IRA, PLUS PROFIT SHARING. MAIL RESUME TO: PO BOX 740, ALLIANCE NE 69301, OR FAX TO 308-762-7459 ATTENTION HR DEPARTMENT, OR EMAIL TO MISTYBROWNLOW@PERRINMFG.COM GOLDEN LIVINGCENTER HAS OPENINGS FOR THE FOLLOWING: FT/PT CNA/MA EVENINGS/DAYS; FT/PT RN/LPN FOR DAYS/EVENINGS; FT MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR; FT LICENSED ASSISTED LIVING DIRECTOR; PT RN CONSULTANT FOR ASSISTED LIVING. PLEASE APPLY IN PERSON OR ON-LINE. GOLDEN LIVINGCENTER, 111 W. 36TH STREET SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361, WWW.GOLDENLIVINGCENTERS.COM CARPENTERS AND CARPENTERS' HELPERS NEEDED. EXPERIENCE PREFERRED BUT NOT REQUIRED. AMBITIOUS AND ABLE TO TRAVEL. APPLY AT: PAUL REED CONSTRUCTION, 2970 N. 10TH ST., GERING, NE 69341. EOE CONCRETE LABORERS & FINISHERS WANTED. GERING, NEBRASKA. APPLY IN PERSON: PAUL REED CONSTRUCTION, 2970 N. 10TH ST., GERING NE 69341, EOE JOURNEYMAN, PLUMBERS AND APPRENTICES. APPLY IN PERSON AT: SNELL SERVICES, INC, 2345 NORTH 10TH ST, GERING NE 69341 EQUIPMENT OPERATORS & CDL DRIVERS. APPLY AT: PAUL REED CONSTRUCTION, 2970 N. 10TH ST., GERING, NE 69341. EOE EXPERIENCED AG TECHNICIAN. AG SERVIC-

ING LOCATION LOOKING FOR AN EXPERIENCED AG TECHNICIAN WITH APPROX 5-10 YEARS EXPERIENCE IN AG EQUIPMENT REPAIR AND SERVICING, MUST HAVE A VALID DRIVERS LICENSE, CDL LICENSE IS A PLUS. COMPANY OFFERS VERY COMPETITIVE HOURLY WAGES, PAID VACATION, 401K AND INSURANCE ALLOWANCE. APPLICANT MUST BE ABLE TO DO HEAVY LIFTING, PUT IN AT LEAST 45 HOUR WORK WEEK, TAKES PRIDE IN THEMSELVES, THEIR WORK AND THEIR TOOLS, SHOULD ALSO BE WELL MOTIVATED PERSON WITH GREAT PEOPLE SKILLS. IF THIS IS YOU, PLEASE CONTACT: AGTECH54@GMAIL.COM LOOKING FOR A WELL MOTIVATED PERSON WHO WOULD LIKE A CAREER IN REPAIRING AND SERVICING AG HAY EQUIPMENT, EXPERIENCE IS A PLUS, BUT NOT NEEDED, WILL TRAIN THE RIGHT PERSON. APPLICANT MUST BE WILLING TO PURCHASE THEIR OWN TOOLS, MUST HAVE A VALID DRIVERS LICENSE, CDL A PLUS. APPLICANT MUST BE ABLE TO DO HEAVY LIFTING AND WILLING TO PUT IN AT LEAST A 45 HOUR WORKS WEEK. APPLICANT SHOULD BE A SELF MOTIVATED PERSON THAT TAKES PRIDE IN THEMSELVES AND THEIR WORK, SHOULD HAVE GREAT PEOPLE SKILLS. COMPANY OFFERS VERY COMPETITIVE HOURLY WAGES, PAID VACATION, 401K AND AN INSURANCE ALLOWANCE. IF THIS IS YOUR, PLEASE CONTACT: AGTECH54@GMAIL.COM SCOTTSBLUFF PUBLIC SCHOOLS IS SEEKING A HIGHLY ORGANIZED INDIVIDUAL WHO IS SKILLED WITH OFFICE EQUIPMENT AND HAS GREAT COMMUNICATION SKILLS FOR THE POSITION OF BLUFFS MIDDLE SCHOOL GUIDANCE COUNSELOR SECRETARY/ REGISTRAR. BILINGUAL IN ENGLISH AND SPANISH IS PREFERRED. IF INTERESTED, PLEASE APPLY ONLINE @ WWW.SBPS.NET -EOE-

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July 24, 2014

Aug. 22 - Sept. 1

Since 1868, the Nebraska State Fair has remained focused on our state’s number one industry.

Agriculture. From the early days when farmers, ranchers, and their families brought their prized livestock and canned goods to the fair...Traditions that continue today.

Agriculture. It’s what we’re all about. StateFair.org 55758

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County Fairs 20th Birthday Celebration of the Chimney Rock Visitor Center Scottsbluff Star Herald Photo by Joe Dutton Chimney Rock visitors got a feel for the emigrant experience in the 1800s on Saturday by taking part in special wagon rides provided by Rick Henderson. The experience was part of the 20th birthday celebration of the Chimney Rock Visitor Center.

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August 1st - 9, 2014 August 5 – August 9 Carnival August 6 @ 7:30 pm The Rubber Check Race August 7 @ 7:30 pm Eagles Tribute Band “The Long Run” August 8 @ 7:00 pm Built Ford Tough, Mud Bog and ATV Racing August 9 @ 5:00 pm Berean Gospel Music August 9 @ 7:30 pm Chris Cagel / Confederate Railroad Friday, August 1 3 pm • Trap (all divisions) – Mitchell Trap Club

Thursday, August 7 8 am • Rabbit Show – Livestock Pavilion

Saturday, August 2 8 am • 4-H Horse Show Begins 9 am • 4-H Fair Shoot Starts Sunday, August 3 8:30 am • -H Dog Show Monday, August 4 8 am • Swine Showmanship Show – Livestock Pavilion 4 pm • Misc. Small Animal/Cat Show – Livestock Pavilion Tuesday, August 5 8 am • Market Swine Show – Livestock Pavilion 2 pm • Dairy & Fiber Animal Show – Livestock Pavilion Wednesday, August 6 8 am • Sheep Show – Livestock Pavilion 2 pm • Rabbit Hopping Show – Livestock Pavilion 4 pm • Chicken Costume Contest – Livestock Pavilion

9 am • Meat Goat Show – Livestock Pavilion 1 pm • Poultry Show – Livestock Pavilion 1 pm • Market Beef – Livestock Pavilion Friday, August 8 9:30 am • Beef Showmanship, Breeding Beef Show– Livestock Pavilion 4 pm • Small Animal Round Robin – Livestock Pavilion 5 pm • Large Animal Round Robin – Livestock Pavilion Saturday, August 9 11 am • Parade of Champions – Livestock Pavilion 11:00 –12:15 • Past Buyer Appreciation Meal – Sanford Hall 12:30 pm • 4-H and FFA Livestock Sale Gala – Livestock Pavilion CNH Capital and Case IH are registered trademarks of CNH America LLC. www.caseih.com

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WASHINGTON — Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack has declared August 3 through 9, 2014, "National Farmers Market Week". Throughout the week, USDA will celebrate our nation's thousands of farmers markets, farmers who make them possible and the communities that host them. The declaration was made via an official proclamation signed by Secretary Vilsack. This year marks the 15th Annual National Farmers Market Week recognizing the important role that farmers markets play in the agricultural and food economy. The U.S. Department of Agriculture began declaring National Farmers Market Week in 2000. "National Farmers Market Week is a great opportunity for farmers markets across the country to host special events to showcase all the tremendous services they provide," said Secretary Vilsack. "Farmers markets play a key role in developing local and regional food systems that support family farms, and help grow rural economies. They bring communities together, connecting cities with the farms that support them and provide Americans across the country with fresh, healthy food." In honor of National Farmers Market Week, USDA's Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) Administrator Anne Alonzo will be at the Dane County Farmers Market located on the grounds of the State Capitol building in Madison, Wisconsin on Saturday, August 2. The Madison farmers market is the largest producer-only farmers market in the U.S. On August 8, the USDA Farmers Market, located at USDA headquarters in Washington, DC, will host a Healthy Back-ToSchool Challenge to show kids and their families how to cook simple, healthy, and delicious snacks with seasonal ingredients. Other USDA officials will be at other farmers market locations across the country throughout the week. Thousands of farmers markets across the country offer consumers fresh, affordable, convenient, and healthful products sold directly from the farm. They also offer additional market opportunities for local producers, especially smaller or newer operations. Farmers markets increasingly offer electronic benefits transfer technology that can be used by recipients of USDA's Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program - as well as low-income women, infants, and children and seniors participating in the WIC and Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Programs to get fresh, seasonal ingredients. Farmers market development is a cornerstone of the USDA's Know Your Farmer, Know Your Food Initiative, which coordinates the Department's policy, resources, and outreach efforts related to local and regional food systems. Secretary Vilsack has identified strengthening local food systems as one of the four pillars of USDA's commitment to rural economic development, along with production agriculture (including expanding export markets and improving research), promoting conservation and outdoor recreation opportunities, and growing the biobased economy.

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Farm Bureau Seeks Action on Crop Insurance Provision The Grand Island Independent The Nebraska Farm Bureau Federation (NFBF) is urging USDA to move swiftly in the implementation of a new crop insurance provision included in the 2014 Farm Bill. The provision would help Nebraska farmers who've lost crops to widespread hail and tornadoes this spring and summer, while also aiding Nebraska farmers in future drought situations. "It's been a difficult year for many farmers in Nebraska and across the country. Prompt action by USDA to implement this new provision could be of tremendous benefit to those who've suffered crop losses inflicted by Mother Nature," said Steve Nelson, Nebraska Farm Bureau president.

In a July 15 letter to Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, NFBF asked USDA to move promptly in implementing 2014 Farm Bill provisions that allow farmers to exclude any year from their Actual Production History (APH) if their yield in that year was less than 50 percent of the 10-year county average. APH reflects the 10-year rolling average of onfarm commodity yields and serves as the foundation for several crop insurance program provisions, including the determination of a farmer's crop insurance premium and limitations on their level of crop coverage. "This measure will help ease the pressure of climbing crop insurance premiums for farmers who've suffered catastrophic losses, and in some cases, experienced those losses in multiple years.

It also gives them much needed flexibility in determining their level of crop insurance coverage for future years despite these catastrophic events," said Nelson. In the letter, NFBF acknowledged the challenge USDA faces in implementing the farm bill, but noted the need for farmers to be able to take advantage of this key farm bill provision. "These measures will be very valuable to farmers hit hard by Mother Nature, many of which who have taken risk management steps to try and soften the blow of destructive weather conditions," said Nelson.

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Cherry County Fair 2014 August 6-10 • Valentine, NE Aug. 6 5-7 p.m. -- 4-H Exhibit Interview Judging 5 p.m. -- 4-H/Open Class Dog Check-In 5:30 p.m. -- 4-H/Open Class Dog Show

Aug. 7 4 p.m.

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STANTON COUNTY FAIR August 13-17, 2014

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Stanton, NE Wednesday, August 13th (Free) 7-8:30 am

Entry 4-H / FFA Exhibits Food

Saturday, August 16th (Admission $10) 12-6 pm

& Flowers Community Building

Kids Events – On Grounds Balloons - Ditzy the Clown & Doc

10 am-5:30 pm Open Class Registration –

Anderson Medicine Show

Community Building

Magic Show Hypnotist

3 pm

Poultry Show (4-H, FFA, Open Class)

Lasertag

5 pm

Rabbit Show (4-H, FFA, Open Class)

Wild Encounters Face painting - Colors da clown

Thursday, August 14th (Free)

12-3 pm

Hilltop Pony Rides – On Grounds

TBA

Dairy Show - Pavilion

12 pm

Cook-Off - Beer Garden

9 am

Sheep / Goat Show - Pavilion

12 pm

Magician

1 pm

Feeder Calf Show (Open Class) - Pavilion

1 pm

Kiddie Pedal Pull

3 pm

Horse Show (4-H, FFA, Open Class) –

1 pm

Cowboy Mounted Shooting – Arena

Arena

5 pm

Full Metal Jousting horse back

Country Music Performance

7 pm

2nd Show Full Metal Jousting

8:30 pm

Demolition pickup derby/Stock Class

7 pm

Wednesday, August 13th 6 pm-1 am

Green Snap in Corn Todd D. Whitney UNL – Hamilton County Extension Educator Green snap stalk breakage has occurred in many corn fields again this year. This stalk breaking syndrome has also been called “brittle corn” or “brittle snap.” Although green snap occurs somewhere in the corn belt every year, yield losses usually vary. High winds can also cause corn root lodging and stalk goose-necking. Roger Elmore, UNL Extension Corn Specialist, says that today’s new corn hybrids are more tolerant to high winds and severe hail than hybrids twenty years ago, so loss assessments have changed. When wind and hail crop yield prediction charts were developed in 1994, corn hybrid at that time had almost a direct stand loss correlation. For example, a 10% stand loss would result in a 10% yield loss. However, today a 10% corn stand loss might only result in a 7-8 % yield loss. Therefore, crop adjusters are using new hail charts for storm loss evaluations. Although no corn hybrids are totally immune to wind damage, seed corn companies have improved tools for rating hybrids on their susceptibility to “green snap.” The Boreas (a Greek term meaning “the north wind”) wind machine is now used by at least one major seed company to measure hybrid response using simulated high winds. Further, almost all seed corn hybrids now have a scale wind response rating on their hybrids’ green snap tolerance or resistance. Obviously, timing has a high impact on severity, and fast-growing corn is more prone to snap injury. The most vulnerable corn growth stages are the 5-8 leaf stages (10-24 inches height) and the 12-leaf through tasseling stages. During these stages new cell walls are developing and still need a hardening time. Rapid growth is also intensified under high temperatures combined with adequate soil moisture and fertility. As a result, the bestmanaged fields may also be the biggest green snap victims. Producers should also evaluate previous herbicides & chemical application timing before making final hybrid green snap assessment. Growth regulator herbicides such as the phenoxy (2,4-D); benzoic acid (dicamba ~ Banvel®; Clarity®; Sterling®); and carboxylic acid (clopyralid ~ Stinger®) or (fluroxypyr ~ Starane®) products should not be applied to fields beyond the corn 3-leaf stage, since these chemicals stimulate rapid growth and increase green snap potential. Shallow corn planting (less than 2 inch planting depth) and post-planting nitrogen applications can also increase green snap. High organic matter soils tend to have more snap than low organic matter soils. Also, conventional tilled fields warm up and grow more rapidly than No-till fields; therefore may have more green snap incidences.

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9 pm-midnight Teen Dance (D.J. -Dennis Matthis) –

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Park Shelter 9 pm-1 am

Friday, August 15th (Admission $10)

D.J. Matt’s Goodtime Entertainment– Beer Garden

8:30 am

Swine Show (4-H, FFA, Open Class) –

11 am

Beef Show (4-H, FFA) – Pavilion

1 pm

Team Roping – Arena

7 pm

Demolition Derby Full Size Limited

1 pm

Stanton High School Band –

9 pm-1 am

Beer Garden - Katie Lynna Crossfire

2 pm

Northeast Nebraska Puller’s Association

Sunday, August 17th

Hog Building

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Schedule of Events Aug 1-3 - Ogallala (Keith County) Cowboy Capital Open Tournament; West Winds Golf Course. (308) 284-4358 www.visitogallala.com

Aug 3-9 - Beatrice (Gage County) Art in the Park Week; Homestead National Monument of America, 8523 W. State Hwy 4. See many artists at work on the crafts from china painting to woodworking. Free. (402) 223-3514 www.nps.gov/home

Aug 1-3 - Wilber (Saline County) Wilber Czech Festival; City-wide. Czech dancing and music, authentic food and costumes, bands, 3 parades and contests in the Czech Capital of Nebraska. 10am-10pm, Free. Mary Jean Keller (402) 8212749 www.nebraskaczechsofwilber.com

Aug 5-9 - Chambers (Holt County) Holt County Fair & Rodeo; Fairgrounds (402) 9255629 www.holtcountyfair.net

Aug 1-5 - Oakland (Burt County) Burt County Fair; Fairgrounds (402) 685-5540 www.burt countyfair.net

Aug 6-8 - Chappell (Deuel County) Deuel County Fair; County Fairgrounds www.chappell chamber.com

Aug 1-Sep 1 - Columbus (Platte County) Live Thoroughbred Horse Racing; Ag Park, 822 15th St Post times: Fri-Sat, 6:30pm; Sun, 2pm, $1. (402) 564-0133 www.agpark.com

Aug 6-9 - Arnold (Custer County) Sandhills Open Road Challenge (SORC) & Loup 2 Loup Open Road Race. www.sorcrace.com

Aug 2 - Arapahoe (Furnas County) Show & Shine Car Show; City Park 10am, Free. Gloria Harmon (308) 962-6867 www.arapahoe-ne.com Aug 2 - Bellevue (Sarpy County) Gifford Farm Family Fun Saturday; Gifford Farm Education Center, 700 Camp Gifford Rd. Exotic Animal Day! Experience the excitement of the notso-typical farm animals with groups from the Wildlife Recovery of Nebraska, Fontenelle Forest Raptor Recovery and Animals on the Go. 10am2pm, $5/person over age 2. Half price with Military ID. (402) 597-4920 www.esu3.org Aug 2 - Omaha (Douglas County) Omaha Crush; Aksarben Village/Stinson Park, 67th & Center Sts. The Riverfront Wine Festival is now Omaha Crush - wine/art/food festival. Uncork the fun and sample wines from around the world. Enjoy culinary delights from Omaha's top chefs. Noon-6pm, $60 in advance (402) 850-6776 www.urbaneventsinc.com Aug 3-10 - Hemingford (Box Butte County) Box Butte County Fair; Fairgrounds. Car show and fun run held August 9. (308) 487-3465 www.bbcfair.com

Aug 7-10 Bloomfield (Knox County) Knox County Fair; Fairgrounds. (402) 373-4655 Aug 7-10 - Kearney (Buffalo Nebraska Senior Games. (308) www.nebraskaseniorgames.com

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Aug 7-10 - West Point, (Cuming County) Cuming County Fair; Fairgrounds (402) 3723952 www.cumingcountyfair.com Aug 8-10 - Hastings (Adams County) Kool-Aid Days. (402) 705-2708 www.kool-aiddays.com Aug 8-10 - Niobrara (Knox County) Ponca Tribe of Nebraska Powwow; 5 mi. S.W. of town, 88915 521st Ave. Annual traditional event. All drums and dancers invited. Fri, 7pm; Sat, 1 & 7pm; Sun, 1pm, Free (402) 857-3519 www.poncatribe-ne.org Aug 9 - Gibbon, (Buffalo County) Sand Sculpture Festival & Car Show; Downtown. Professional sand sculptures, magician, face painting, art vendors, food and free art activities for children. Street-fair format with entertainment for the entire family. 9am-4pm (308) 468-9411 www.visitgibbon.com

Aug 9 - Taylor (Loup County) Taylor Junior Rodeo; 1 mi. N. on Hwy 183. See one of the state's best junior rodeos. 10am-6pm, Free (308) 2150537 www.taylornebraska.com Aug 9-10 - Omaha (Douglas County) Sweet Corn Festival; Lauritzen Gardens, 100 Bancroft St. Enjoy free food tastings, educational demonstrations, children's activities, live entertainment and plenty of locally grown sweet corn! 9am-5pm, $3-$7, free for members and children under 6 yrs. (402) 346-4002 www.lauritzengardens.org Aug 10 - Haigler (Dundy County) 13th Annual Summer Bluegrass Festival; Village park. Great bluegrass and country music, homecooked food and plenty of fun! noon-4pm, Donation. (308) 297-3613 Aug 10 - Sterling (Johnson County) 32nd Annual Deer Creek Sodbusters Antique Machinery Show; 72927 610 Ave, 4 1/2 mi. S. of Sterling. Featuring threshing, corn shelling, field harvest demonstrations, plowing, draft horses, steam and gas engines, antique tractor displays, flea market and more. Events begin at 8am., $6 Robert Wolff (402) 239-2307 www.deercreek sodbusters.org Aug 10 - York (York County) Living History Day; Wessels Living History Farm, 1 mi S. of I-80 Exit 353. History comes alive with demonstrations, live animals, wagon rides, music and a variety of vendors. 1-4:30pm, $2-$4 Dale Clark (402) 710-0682 www.livinghistoryfarm.org Aug 14-17 - Lincoln (Lancaster County) Capital City Ribfest; Pinnacle Bank Arena, 400 Pinnacle Arena Dr Street. Festival featuring America's best BBQ from vendors across the country and a variety of live music. Derek Andersen (402) 904-4444 www.pinnaclebank arena.com

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Rodeo Schedule 2-3

August 1-2 1-2 1-2 2

Elwood Rodeo Elwood, NE - NSRA Trenton Riverside Arena Rodeo Trenton, NE - NSRA Sarpy County Fair & Rodeo Springfield, NE - MSRA Winnebago Rodeo Winnebago, MN - MSRA

Sioux County Fair & Rodeo Harrison, NE - NSRA Ogallala Fair Rodeo Ogallala, NE - NSRA Bennett County Fair Rodeo Martin, SD - NSRA & MSRA Scotland Rodeo Club Scotland, SD - MSRA Wheeler County Fair & Rodeo Bartlett, NE - NSRA & MSRA

2-3 9-10 9-10 15-16

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Back in the Saddle Heather Johnson, The North Platte Telegraph A year’s worth of practice, sweat and dedication were put to the test Monday at the Lincoln County Fairgrounds. A total of 42 exhibitors showed off their skills during the Lincoln County Fair horse show.

August 5-9, 2014 Tuesday, August 5 8:30 a.m. • 4-H Horse Show – Halter, Showmanship, Horsemanship, Pleasure, 2 & 3 yr old Snaffle Bit & Reining, Trail 7 p.m. • Cowboy Race (Open to Public Entries) Wednesday, August 6 8:30 a.m. • 4-H Horse Show Working Ranch Horse, Roping, Barrels & Poles 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm • 4-H Dog Show, followed by Open Class Dog Show - Show Arena 7:00 p.m. • Ranch Rodeo Thursday, August 7 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. • 4-H Cat Show followed by 4-H Pocket Pet and Small Animal Show in the Rabbit/Poultry Building 9 a.m. • 4-H Shooting Sports Competition – Muzzle Loading, .22 Rifles, & Trap 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. • Robotics Demo-Show Arena South 11 a.m. • Market Hog Show – Show Arena North 1 p.m. • 4-H Sheep Show followed by Bottle Lamb Show 4 p.m. • Meat Goats 5 p.m. • 4-H Livestock Judging Contest 6:30 pm • “Family Zone” Activities 7 p.m. • Special Concert – Grandstand (H.S. Band) 8 p.m. • Mid States Rodeo 8 pm • Wild Horse Race with Calcutta during Rodeo Friday, August 8 8:30 a.m. • 4-H Beef Show 9 a.m. • 4-H Shooting Sports Competition – BB Gun, Air Rifle, Air Pistol & Archery Lunch Break • Bucket Calf Show - Show Arena 1 pm • Beef Show will reconvene 5 p.m. • Market Livestock Premium Auction 5:30 p.m. – 7 p.m. • Concert Roy King Band/Barbeque 5:30 pm - 7 pm • Free Watermellon 6 p.m.– 8 p.m. • Barbeque following the Premium Auction 6 pm - 8 pm • Free Ice Cream 7:30 p.m. • Ak Sar Ben Awards 8 p.m. • Mid States Rodeo 8 pm • Wild Horse Race with Calcutta during Rodeo 9 p.m. - Midnight • Teen Dance - XTra Productions - Free Saturday, August 9 9:30 a.m.• Dairy Judging Contest 9:30 a.m. • 4-H Rabbit Show, followed by 4-H Poultry & Waterfowl Show 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. • Antique Tractor Show 12:30 pm • Pedal Tractor pull 10:30 a.m. • 4-H Dairy Goat Show 11:00 a.m. • 4-H Dairy Show 3 p.m. • Parade of Champions followed by 4-H Awards Ceremony 6:30 p.m. • ATV Rodeo Wild Horse Race and Calcutta (during half time) 8:30 – 12:30 a.m. • Live Entertainment – “Back 40 Band”

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2014 Gosper County Fair 6:00-8:00 pm: KRVN Business Spotlight • KRVN Pickup available @ Civic Center 6:45 pm: Pioneer Farm Family Award 7:00 pm: Free Entertainment at south end of Civic Center • Sweetwater Band Friday, August 1 8:00 am: Clover Kid 4-H Bucket Calf Show 9:00 am: 4-H Beef Show 6:00 pm: 5K Run & 1 Mile Run/Walk 7:00 pm: Elwood Rodeo begins with Kids Events • Rodeo Queen Crowned Saturday, August 2 11:00 am: Parade, Registration at Corner of Remmenga Drilling Noon: Registration and Grass Volleyball in the Park • Coed 6’s • Register teams with Codina Schutz 325-0462 1:00 pm: Free Swimming at pool, sponsored by Security First Bank 1:00 pm: Elwood Lions Horseshoe tournament 2:00 pm: 4-H Livestock Auction 5:00 pm: 4-H Style Show & Awards Presentation on Civic Center Stage 7:00 pm: Elwood Rodeo begins with Kids Events

He is currently raising horses and training a colt because of what he learned through the 4-H program. The hobbies are things Nicholson plans to continue long after his 4-H days are over. Shane Schneider, 10, of Maxwell, said everything he knows about riding horses was learned through 4-H. “It taught me to keep my heels down and my toes up when sitting in a saddle and how to speed up and slow down,” Schneider said. “I’ve made a lot of friends along the way.”

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July 30, 31 & August 1, 2 Saturday, July 19 9:00 am: Phelps/Gosper 4-H Horse Show @ Elwood, NE Sunday, July 27 8:30 am: Elwood Rodeo Queen Contest Events 6:00 pm: 4-H Dog Show @ Ag Arena Wednesday, July 30 10:00 am: Elwood Lions Club Golf Scramble @ Johnson Lake Country Club 1:00 pm: 4-H Static Exhibit Project Interview Judging Begins @ Civic Center 1:00 pm: 4-H Favorite Food Show 7:00 pm: 4-H Livestock Judging Contest Thursday, July 31 8:00 am: 4-H Swine Show @ Ag Barn 11:00 am: 4-H Sheep Show @ Ag Barn, followed by 4-H Goat Show 1:00 pm: Bucket Calf Interview Judging, Clover Kid & 4-H Bucket Calf 3:00 pm: 4-H Cat, Rabbit, Poultry, Pet Show @ Ag Barn Arena TBA: 4-H Rocket Launch following Pet Show 5:00-7:00 pm-Commodity Carnival Open till 10:00 pm: Display of exhibits @ Civic Center

The two-day event began Sunday with the halter, showmanship, western pleasure, horsemanship, trail and snaffle bit classes. The judging continued Monday for the English pleasure, equitation and jump classes and western reining, pole bending and barrel racing divisions. Jarod Nicholson, 15, of Sutherland was one of the contestants. He’s been showing horses for six years. Nicholson’s favorite event is trail, during which kids have to ride their horses through an obstacle course. “I like challenging my horse with the different obstacles and seeing what his limits are,” Nicholson said.

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Nebraska State Rodeo Association Standings Standings as of July 14, 2014 Bareback 1 Corey Evans............................$3,944.10 2 Wesley Cole ............................$3,506.57 3 Wyatt Clark .............................$2,469.79 4 Jaden Clark.............................$1,855.41 5 Logan Glendy .........................$1,567.66 6 David Streweler ......................$1,215.69 7 Garrett Shadbolt ........................$378.59 8 Chance Vomacka .......................$106.67 9 Matt Fletcher................................$69.56 Steer Wrestling 1 Tyson Cox...............................$3,024.67 2 Lane Herl ................................$2,580.10 3 Trevor Haake...........................$2,491.27 4 Miles Spickelmier ...................$2,483.67 5 Brady Hageman ......................$1,920.35 6 Kyle Sanderson.......................$1,723.48 7 Gabe Taylor.............................$1,693.31 8 Richard Coats .........................$1,687.90 9 Kalane Anders.........................$1,449.84 10 Chad VanCampen ...................$1,435.55 Calf Roping 1 Garrett Nokes..........................$4,459.59 2 Chip Wilson ............................$2,439.03 3 Clete Scheer ...........................$2,410.99 4 Levi Fisher ..............................$2,154.51 5 Travis Lymber .........................$2,110.80 6 Cameron Irwin........................$1,765.36 7 Lucas Phillips .........................$1,734.86 8 Jay Hollenbeck........................$1,298.36 9 Matt Elliott ..............................$1,264.78 10 Ross McAdow ........................$1,190.89

Saddle Bronc 1 Whit Peterson.........................$4,836.61 2 Tristan Eklund .........................$2,359.61 3 Zane Smith .............................$1,696.44 4 Bryce Dibbern.........................$1,114.90 5 Lane Hall....................................$878.63 6 Ben Engelman............................$863.40 7 Jeff Cover ..................................$863.04 8 Will Shaffer................................$649.56 9 Dean Rice ..................................$623.22 10 Red Bond...................................$594.67 Steer Roping 1 Ryan Rochlitz ............................$842.35 2 JC Jensen ..................................$791.53 3 Randy Mekelburg.......................$787.59 4 Will McBride ..............................$779.67 5 Matt Hebbert..............................$611.77 6 Jeff Kreikemier...........................$583.03 7 John Bartlett ..............................$577.40 8 Brian Garr ..................................$477.88 9 Seth Schafer ..............................$444.15 10 AB Cox.......................................$310.91 Barrel Racing 1 June Holeman.........................$5,989.24 2 Marci Bartlett ..........................$4,141.06 3 Deb Christy.............................$3,815.05 4 Macy Fuller .............................$2,873.48 5 Katie Jolly ...............................$2,257.11 6 Katie Loughran .......................$2,183.75 7 Dori Hollenbeck ......................$2,165.70 8 RoseAnn Ewan .......................$2,126.18 9 Mary Cameron........................$1,812.62 10 Kylie Peterson.........................$1,685.15

Breakaway 1 Macy Fuller .............................$3,179.94 2 Jan Brown ..............................$2,917.15 3 Bailey Schaack........................$2,679.03 4 Jamie Frisch ...........................$2,277.70 5 Lori Tierney ............................$2,163.66 6 Cati Stanko .............................$2,081.42 7 Dori Hollenbeck ......................$1,706.47 8 Chelsie Willhoite .....................$1,697.94 9 Amber Coleman ......................$1,647.61 10 Dara Belew .............................$1,574.89 Bull Riding 1 Clint Connelly .........................$2,316.63 2 Colter Glendy ..........................$1,529.68 3 Wyatt Smith............................$1,445.68 4 Lane Gambill...........................$1,356.65 5 Ethan Lesiak ...........................$1,175.20 6 Colton Kovarik ...........................$665.52 7 Chet Kovarik ..............................$526.40 8 Kayne Boswell ...........................$421.12 9 Wade Overturf ...........................$315.84 10 Dalton Sweley............................$120.79 Team Roping - Header 1 Garrett Nokes..........................$3,050.87 2 Chris Cover.............................$2,862.27 3 Levi Tyan ................................$2,773.91 4 Tyler Thomas ..........................$2,698.80 5 Scott Smith.............................$2,682.62 6 Ken Kohl .................................$2,148.29 7 Jerry Buckles..........................$1,705.31 8 Andy Miller .............................$1,519.38 9 Tyler Brockman.......................$1,387.89 10 Kevin Kessler ..........................$1,386.72

Team Roping - Heeler 1 Riley Wakefield .......................$3,198.00 2 Matt Wilken ............................$2,923.50 3 Travis Goad.............................$2,698.80 4 Wade Smith ............................$2,682.62 5 Jesse Jolly ..............................$2,495.59 6 Dalton Pelster .........................$1,378.50 7 Mark Swanson........................$1,333.45 8 Dallas Carson..........................$1,245.95 9 Cody Merritt ...........................$1,226.80 10 Conner Stephens ....................$1,217.82 All Around- Women 1 Macy Fuller .............................$6,053.42 2 Bailey Schaack........................$3,903.91 3 Dori Hollenbeck ......................$3,872.17 4 Jan Brown ..............................$3,065.52 5 Katie Jolly ...............................$2,868.74 6 Ginalee Tierney .......................$2,769.04 7 Tracy Paulsen .........................$1,136.44 All Around- Men 1 Garrett Nokes..........................$7,671.20 2 Jesse Jolly ..............................$3,439.15 3 Riley Wakefield .......................$3,347.98 4 Miles Spickelmeier..................$3,094.01 5 Tristan Eklund .........................$2,592.91 6 Wyatt Clark .............................$2,582.56 7 Lucas Phillips .........................$2,320.36 8 Bryce Dibbern.........................$2,039.50 9 Alan Schmidt ..........................$1,742.60 10 Ben Robinson .........................$1,736.78 Rookie of the Year 1 Bailey Schaack........................$3,903.91 2 Jaden Clark.............................$1,855.41 3 Connor Stephens ....................$1,217.82

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Mid-States Rodeo Association Standings Standings as of July 14, 2014 All-Around - Men's 1 Kyle Whitaker ........................$5,510.55 2 Garrett Nokes ........................$3,210.59 3 Dustin Schrunk ......................$2,409.29 4 Miles Spickelmeir ..................$2,056.24 5 Riley Wakefield ......................$1,556.49 6 Bryce Dibbern ........................$1,492.62 7 Jeff Richardson .....................$1,305.97 8 Tanner Stec ...............................$919.79 Steer Wrestling 1 Tyson Cox ..............................$3,024.67 2 Richard Coats ........................$1,849.35 3 Kyle Sanderson ......................$1,723.48 4 Trevor Haake ..........................$1,605.16 5 Miles Spickelmeir ..................$1,445.90 6 Kyle Whitaker ........................$1,207.60 7 Kalane Anders ........................$1,204.74 8 Jeff Richardson .....................$1,197.27 9 Ted Soukup ...............................$785.87 10 Brady Hageman ........................$762.72 All-Around - Women's 1 Dori Hollenbeck .....................$6,006.71 2 Ginalee Tierney ......................$3,436.01 3 Cati Stanko ............................$2,664.36 4 Tracy Paulsen ........................$3,529.32 5 Josey Schomp .......................$2,157.17 6 Amber Coleman .....................$2,253.86 7 Haley Brown ..........................$1,274.46 8 Taylor King ...............................$456.70 9 Molly Hermelbracht ..................$351.05 Rookie - Men's 1 Cody Carlson ............................$513.85 2 Wade Overturf ..........................$315.84 3 Ryan Robinson .........................$227.67

TransCanada Barrel Racing 1 Dori Hollenbeck .....................$4,300.24 2 Marci Bartlett .........................$4,189.96 3 Lindsey Salestrom .................$4,132.67 4 June Holeman ........................$2,830.51 5 Deb Christy ............................$2,763.59 6 Ginalee Tierney ......................$1,881.03 7 Tracy Paulsen ........................$1,834.20 8 Korrina Hughes.......................$1,819.84 9 Mary Cameron........................$1,632.22 10 Jena Garwood.........................$1,276.33 Rookie - Women's 1 Taylor King ...............................$456.70 2 Kelsey Knust .............................$240.56 Bareback 1 Corey Evans ...........................$4,693.87 Tie-Down Roping 1 Marshal Peterson....................$3,237.28 2 Garrett Nokes..........................$2,076.76 3 Chip Wilson ............................$2,040.94 4 Miles Garwood ......................$2,002.86 5 Matt Elliott ..............................$1,720.78 6 Dustin Schrunk.......................$1,708.85 7 Rusty Kluender .......................$1,012.65 8 Casey Redman...........................$964.32 9 Travis Lymber ...........................$937.18 10 Chisum Thurston ......................$796.84 Team Roping - Heading 1 Kevin Kessler ..........................$2,589.64 2 Jerry Buckles..........................$2,567.86 3 Levi Tyan ................................$2,542.43 4 Reece Weber ..........................$2,044.87 5 Andy Miller .............................$1,974.69 6 Dustin Chohon........................$1,702.03 7 Dusty Forre.............................$1,696.64

8 Garrett Nokes..........................$1,678.65 9 Kurt Freudenberg....................$1,631.51 10 Marvin Marvin Mueller ...........$1,463.33 45 & Over Tie-Down Roping 1 Arden Garwood.......................$2,792.60 2 Rusty Kluender .......................$2,099.15 3 Terry Graff ..............................$1,936.13 4 Joe Kimmel.............................$1,528.85 5 John Bartlett ...........................$1,433.34 6 Carl Fordyce...............................$897.68 7 Tuffy Larson...............................$778.72 8 Brad Holleneck...........................$679.08 9 Don Kocis ..................................$631.43 10 Todd Graff..................................$586.66 Team Roping - Heeling 1 JW Nelson ..............................$3,642.43 2 Mark Swanson........................$2,196.00 3 Dalton Pelster .........................$1,974.69 4 Justin Vogel............................$1,702.03 5 Matt Wilken ............................$1,551.28 6 Dallas Carson..........................$1,463.33 7 Slade Thorpe ..........................$1,428.79 8 Cole Austin .............................$1,297.01 9 Dustin Harris ..........................$1,233.94 10 John Suhr ..............................$1,192.48 Ladies Breakaway 1 Jan Brown ..............................$1,921.54 2 Dori Hollenbeck ......................$1,706.47 3 Cati Stanko .............................$1,692.16 4 Amber Coleman ......................$1,647.61 5 Lori Tierney ............................$1,634.32 6 Ginalee Tierney .......................$1,554.98 7 Tracy Paulsen .........................$1,530.22 8 Rylee Rich ..............................$1,136.83 9 Saddie Stec................................$981.22

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Nebraska Farm & Ranch - Cuming County Fair

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Break-a-way Roping a Challenge for Rider and Horse

Grand champion Dalton Wieneke of Cuming County holds his trophy while sitting on his horse Peptos Auddy "Coors" on Thursday morning after the break-a-way roping portion of the Nebraska State 4-H Horse Expo in the outdoor arena at Fonner Park in Grand Island. (Independent/Barrett Stinson) Conor Dunn, The Grand Island Independent The only thing worse than a nervous horse at the Nebraska State 4-H Horse Exposition is a nervous rider.

A horse's movements are so intertwined with its rider that it feeds off its rider's energy. Sometimes a horse is just naturally nervous, especially if it comes to a challenge in an unknown territory. But if the rider is also nervous, that just makes things even more difficult. "You don't know if he's going to act up," said 15year-old Dalton Wieneke of West Point, champion of the break-a-way roping class on Thursday at Fonner Park. Dalton was one of five competitors who made it into the final round of the roping class. There were about 30 riders, but most of them failed to rope their calf in the allotted 30 seconds. The challenge begins with horse and rider in the "box" next to the calf's pen. That's where most horses get nervous and begin shuffling around in agitation. Many of the horses aren't used to such a confined space with so many people and cattle surrounding them. The rider can't begin the challenge until the horse calms down. A buzzer will go off any time the horse exits the box too early. When the rider and horse are ready, the rider signals for the calf to be released from its pen. The calf gets a certain length to run, and at the sound of the buzzer, the horse can chase. By swinging a lasso above his or her head, the rider must catch the calf by looping the rope around its neck. As soon as the rope is around the calf's neck, the rider lets go of the lasso and signals the horse to stop. The rope is tied to the saddle horn with a string that should break as the calf continues to run. If the string breaks, the rider has performed a successful catch. At the state competition, riders have a flag attached to their string, which lets the judges know when the string breaks.

In the final round, Dalton was the only rider of the five finalists to perform a successful catch in his allotted 30 seconds, which immediately made him the champion. It isn't the first time Dalton has been a break-away roping champion. In his first year of competing in break-a-way roping, he was declared the champion. This was his fifth year competing in the challenge. Dalton has three years left in 4-H. After he ages out, his mother, Stacie, said she hopes he gets a scholarship with a rodeo program out west where rodeo is more popular. "He eats, sleeps and drinks roping," Stacie said. Although how well a rider does largely depends on skill, a rider also has to be lucky, said Jan Woita of Atkinson. Jan's daughter, 17-year-old Lindy, was the reserve champion of the break-a-way roping challenge. Because Lindy didn't make a successful catch in the finals, she was scored based on the points she earned during her first round. Lindy rode Hotroddin Stars, a horse she isn't accustomed to, so she didn't know what to expect when she first had him in the box. "It turned out he's a good break-a-way horse," she said. Both the Wieneke and Woita families are constantly competing in rodeos because roping and horses are their passions. Although Dalton, Lindy and the others are competitive riders, there's a sense of professional sportsmanship among them. "They have good days and bad days," Jan said. "Lindy's always been a good sport. I know when they're out there, they're trying as hard as they can."

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July 24, 2014

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new queen and kick the old one out. The old queenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s followers with go with her. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The followers can be a few hundred to a few thousand,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They look for a place that is adequate for a new hive.â&#x20AC;? Because the queen is old, the new hive makes a new queen. After being kicked out, it is unlikely the old queen and her remaining followers will survive the winter. The new queen goes on a maiden flight in which she mates with 15-20 drones who die after mating. She will lay 1,000-3,000 eggs per day. Bees do not live long lives. Worker bees live about six weeks, spending three in the hive working and three gathering nectar. Drones are kicked out of the hive around the first of September. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In the right situation, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll have half young workers and half old with about 50-100 drones,â&#x20AC;? he said. Although queens can live two to three years, commercial beekeepers move their hives around the U.S. several times a year for pollinating, reducing their lifespan to a year. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If my queens make it two years, thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s good,â&#x20AC;? Griffiths said. Griffiths is also expanding with a new extractor and is building a licensed kitchen to allow him to sell bottled honey in grocery stores. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Up to now, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been messing with bees. Now Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m on a crash course for a Ph.D.,â&#x20AC;? he said. Griffiths said there is nothing more calming than seeing bees flying around. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Those bees are paying no attention to you. They are busy with their jobs,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I could put a blanket in the yard and go to sleep listening to them.â&#x20AC;? Griffiths said his bees talk to him. He knows when they are happy and when theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They have a different hum,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They do talk. You have to listen and pay attention.â&#x20AC;? Ebees sells honey as chunk honey, honey comb, creamed honey, quart honey, quarts and gallons of honey and 12-ounce and 24-ounce honey bears. For more information, to schedule a special educational program or a bee removal, contact Ebees at 308-635-2931 or visit their website at http://ebeeshoney.com/.

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Youths Awarded Scholarships LINCOLN – Two returning delegates to the 43rd Annual Nebraska Agricultural Youth Institute (NAYI) have been awarded scholarships for their leadership and commitment to agriculture, as demonstrated during this year’s Institute. Dr. Dann Husmann, who serves as the associate dean of the University of NebraskaLincoln College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources (CASNR), presented the scholarships to Sarah Wollenburg of Beatrice and Landon Swedberg of North Platte. Each student was awarded a $600 scholarship to utilize when they begin school at UNL this fall. “We are excited to again be able to partner with CASNR to offer these scholarships to these two deserving returning delegates,” said Nebraska Agricultural Youth Council (NAYC) Adviser Christin Kamm. “We greatly appreciate CASNR’s willingness to sponsor these scholarships and are pleased that both Sarah and Landon plan to pursue degrees in agriculture.” This year marked the 14th year the scholarships have been awarded during NAYI. Wollenburg and Swedberg were selected by the members of the NAYC and their adviser based on their demonstrated leadership, interest in agriculture and the good example that they provided to the other NAYI delegates throughout the five-day Institute. NAYI is an annual five-day summer Institute where high school juniors and seniors gather in Lincoln to discuss agricultural policy, listen to motivational speakers, and learn more about careers in agriculture. The Institute is under the direction of the Nebraska Department of Agriculture (NDA) and is planned by 21 college aged men and women chosen by NDA to serve on the Nebraska Agricultural Youth Council (NAYC). This year’s NAYI had the largest number of delegates in the 43-year history of the program. Sarah Wollenburg is the daughter of Larry and Michelle Wollenburg of Beatrice. Sarah is a recent graduate of Tri County where she was active in FFA and Student Council. Sarah plans

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THURSDAY, JULY 31 5:00 p.m. ........................Farmer’s Market Opens 5:30 p.m. .............................Reptile/Snake Show 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. ...........................................Joseph Hall, Elvis Impersonator 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. ............................................................................ Pork BBQ 6:00 p.m. ................................... Free Watermelon Feed by York State Bank 7:30 p.m. ....................................................... 4-H/FFA Awards & Style Show 7:30 p.m. ............................................Tractor Parade/Olympics, Grandstand 8:30 p.m. .............................................................................................BINGO 9:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. ..............................................Teen Dance, Main Tent FRIDAY, AUGUST 1 5:30 p.m. ................................................................... Kiana Meradith, Soloist 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. ............................................................................. Beef BBQ 6:15 p.m. ........................................................York Dance Center, Main Tent 6:30 p.m. .................. Grandstand Beer Garden opens, Cactus Hill at 7 p.m. 6:45 p.m. ................................................................... Kiana Meradith, Soloist 7:30 p.m. ............................... Pioneer Farm Family Presentation, Main Tent 8:00 p.m. .................................UNL Extension 100th Year Ice Cream Social 9:00 p.m........................................................................... Granger Smith featuring Earl Dibbles Jr, Grandstand Beer Garden 8:30 p.m. ............................................................................................BINGO SATURDAY, AUGUST 2 11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. ........................... Kids’ Fun Day with Happy D Klown 1:30 p.m. ...............................................Kids Pedal Tractor Pull, Grandstand 1:30 p.m. ................................................................................. Hayrack Rides 2:00 p.m. .....................................................................Selfie Scavenger Hunt 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. ..............................................................................Car Show 5:30 p.m. ................................................Kirby’s School of Dance, Main Tent 6:00 p.m. ...........................................................Minute to Win It Competition 6:30 p.m. ........................................................... Figure 8 Races, Grandstand 8:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m. ...............................................Karaoke & Beer Garden 8:30 p.m. .............................................................................................BINGO SUNDAY, AUGUST 3 9:30 a.m. .................................................... Inspirational Services, Main Tent 11:30 a.m. .......................................................... Ranch Rodeo, Horse Arena 1:30 p.m. ............. Clover Kids & PeeWee Show, Cornerstone Event Center 2:00 p.m. ....................................................Lawn Mower Races, Grandstand 2:30 p.m. ...Kids Ranch Rodeo & Mutton Bustin’, Cornerstone Event Center For more information visit yorkcountyfair.com 55983

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Nebraska Farm & Ranch - Dodge & Keith County Fairs

NCTA, Governor to Dedicate Pivot at â&#x20AC;&#x153;Celebrate Irrigation 2014â&#x20AC;?

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Curtis â&#x20AC;&#x201C; College students learning irrigation technology skills will get a chance to show off a new teaching tool at their Curtis campus on September 12. Agricultural partners and educators joined forces for the new Irrigation Technician concentration at the Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture. They will dedicate a new center pivot system with a ribbon cutting and program, â&#x20AC;&#x153;NCTA Celebrates Irrigation 2014.â&#x20AC;? Governor Dave Heineman is the keynote speaker at an 11 a.m. program, along with NCTA students, University of Nebraska leaders, and Chris Roth, president of Reinke Manufacturing, Inc., of Deshler, Neb. Reinke is partnering with NCTA to develop the new technical skill course, and donated not only supplies and advice but in late May donated and installed the latest in technology, a GPS-equipped center pivot at the NCTA field laboratory, said Ron Rosati, NCTA dean. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We appreciate our great partnership with Reinke, which allows us to provide hands-on learning from the welding and electronics laboratories to the farm field,â&#x20AC;? Rosati said.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is another example of partnership between the private sector and NCTA providing opportunities for students and strengthening the agricultural economy of Nebraska.â&#x20AC;? Nebraska irrigates more than 8.5 million acres of crops through surface and groundwater supplies. Upgrades in technology and water efficiency requirements have prompted farmers around the globe to convert to center pivots, creating demand for trained technicians to install and maintain the systems. The NCTA program will be the only certificate training program (16 credit hours) offered by a Nebraska college. Students will be prepared to enter the workforce immediately, or take additional training for an associate degree. Ken Goodall, Reinkeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s western U.S. sales director, said Reinke is matching $1,000 pledges from dealers for college scholarships up to $2,000 per student, in return for a pledge to work three years as an irrigation technician. Students can find additional information at ncta.edu.unl or call 1-800-3CURTIS. Source: Dr. Ron Rosati, NCTA dean

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Nebraska Farm & Ranch - Deuel County Fair & Eustis Fair & Corn Show

Nebraska's Rural Bridges Among the Most Deteriorated, Study Says A recent report — "Rural Connections: Challenges and Opportunities in America's Heartland," released by TRIP, a national nonprofit transportation research group based in Washington, D.C. — has found that rural bridges in Nebraska have significant deficiencies. In 2013, 19 percent of Nebraska's rural bridges were rated as structurally deficient, the seventh highest rate in the nation. The TRIP report also found that the number of traffic crashes and fatalities on rural roads in Nebraska is significantly higher than those on all other roads in the state. In 2012 non-interstate rural roads in Nebraska had a traffic fatality rate of 1.67 deaths for every 100 million vehicle miles of travel, more than 2 1/2 times higher than the fatality rate on all other roads in Nebraska (0.65 death per 100 million vehicle miles of travel). Larry Dix, executive director of the Nebraska Association of County Officials, said Nebraska's 93 counties are "mindful of the need for safe county roads and bridges." "Counties must make sure roads are safe for kids to travel to school and for agricultural products to get from farm to market," Dix said. But he said an adequate funding source needs to be established so bridges can be updated and modernized. Kathleen Bower, AAA vice president of public affairs, said more than 46 million Americans live in rural and less densely populated areas of the country, where their primary mode of transportation is a personal vehicle. "Motorists expect and deserve safe, wellmaintained roads and bridges, no matter if they are traveling on the interstates or rural roads," Bower said. "Congress must act quickly to provide a sustainable solution for the federal Highway Trust Fund to ensure that states can continue to make necessary infrastructure investments that will benefit all travelers." According to the report, the development of major new oil and gas fields in numerous areas — as well as increased agricultural

production — is placing significantly increased traffic loads by large trucks on non-interstate rural roads, which often have not been constructed to carry such high load volumes. Large truck mileage on major, non-arterial rural roads in the U.S. increased by 16 percent from 2000 to 2012. In the past decade and a half, Nebraska's corn and soybean harvests have also grown larger. That takes heavier equipment to bring the increased harvest to market, adding more pressure on the state's rural roads and bridges, which were built decades earlier for lighter farm equipment, not for the large semi-trucks that haul the harvest to market or the largest harvesting equipment of the 21st century. The impact of inadequate federal surface transportation revenues, according to the report, could be felt as early as this summer, when the balance in the Highway Account of the Federal Highway Trust Fund is expected to drop below $1 billion. That will trigger delays in the federal reimbursement to states for road, highway and bridge projects, likely resulting in states delaying numerous projects. Nationwide, the report said, federal funding for highways is expected to be cut by almost 100 percent from the current investment level for the fiscal year starting Oct. 1 (FY 2015), unless Congress provides additional transportation revenues. This is due to a cash shortfall in the Highway Trust Fund as projected by the Congressional Budget Office. In Nebraska, the report said, this could mean a cut of $288 million for highway and transit improvements. The TRIP report said the U.S. needs to adopt transportation policies that will provide small communities and rural areas with safe and efficient access. To accomplish this, the report recommends modernizing and extending key routes to accommodate personal and commercial travel, implementing needed roadway safety improvements, improving public transit access to rural areas and adequately funding the preservation and maintenance of rural transportation assets.

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Can You Come Out and Play? Deuel County Fair Chappell, Nebraska Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, August 6-7-8-9, 2014 Exhibits will be released after the Saturday Grandstand Show and on Sunday from 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Premium money not picked up by 3:00 p.m. Sunday will be retained by the Deuel County Fair Board EXHIBITS

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Open Class Entry Tuesday, August 5, 2014 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Early Entry, Wednesday, August 6, 2014 8:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Enter Exhibits 12:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. 4-H Building closed For judging Thursday-Friday Exhibits open to public

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4-H Horse Show 4-H TrapShoot/ BB Gun/Air Rifle Competition

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Beef Weigh-In Swine/Goat/ Sheep Weigh-In 8:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Enter open class Papa Bear Chainsaw Carving throughout the day 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Show Arena Livestock Building Fund Raiser Jackpot Livestock Judging Contest Open to Youth and Adults (registration: noon - 12:30 p.m.) 4:30 p.m. FFA Watermelon Feed 5:00 p.m. 4-H/FFA Market Beef Judging and Showmanship

FREE GRANDSTAND SHOW 7:30 p.m. Deuel County Royalty and Crowning of 2014 King and Queen Local Talent Cheerleaders and Dance Groups

VENTRILOQUIST Greg Claassen SPECTACULAR FIREWORKS DISPLAY 9:00 p.m. Sponsored by Deuel County Fire Dist. #1 and Deuel County Fair Board

SCHOOL HOUSE Open Daily 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

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FRIDAY, AUGUST 8 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Farmers Market Set your produce out for sale 10:00 a.m. 4-H/FFA Livestock Sale Livestock Show Arena Ice Cream Social Celebrating 100 Years of Cooperative Extension following Sale 1:00 p.m. Pedal Tractor Pull Ages 4 -12 Registration begins at 12:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Free Will Donation BARBEQUE Sponsored by area Businesses

ICE CREAM SUNDAES 4:00 p.m. Money Scramble Sponsored by Adams Bank and Trust 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Lion’s Club Fish Fry Sponsored by Chappell Lion’s Club

FREE GRANDSTAND SHOW 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

BELLES & WHISTLES Beer Garden & Dance

BELLES & WHISTLES 10:00 p.m. – 12:30 a.m.

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