Last week, ISIS-K terrorist Mohammed Sharifullah admitted his involvement in multiple terror attacks. He admitted that he conducted surveillance for a suicide bombing at the Canadian embassy in Kabul, Afghanistan in 2016. He admitted that he trained the attackers who killed 130 people in Moscow, Russia last year.

Nebraska farmers and ranchers produce the safest and most abundant food supply in the world. Agricultural inputs have further increased efficiency, improved resiliency to disease and drought, and reduced impacts on the environment.

Effective medical diagnosis depends not just on looking, but on truly perceiving. Recognizing this, many medical training programs have adopted Visual Thinking Strategies (VTS) discussions about art to enhance students’ skills in nuanced observation, inference, and communication.

As part of a regular transition in leadership, the Tri Valley Medical Foundation board of directors bid farewell to Judy Jackson and Cathy Kubik, esteemed board members who have chosen to step down after many years of service and commitment to the Foundation. These individuals played a pivotal role in shaping the direction of the organization, contributing their time, expertise, and vision to help propel the mission forward.

Kearney – The Nebraska Department of Agriculture (NDA) has confirmed that a backyard flock in the Two Rivers Public Health Department District has tested positive for highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI). The affected birds were depopulated to prevent further transmission of the virus. This latest case brings the total number of impacted backyard flocks in Nebraska to 4 affecting approximately 219 birds.

A group of 17 5th-8th graders traveled to North Platte to compete in the Western Nebraska Regional Science Fair on March 12. Congratulations to Benjamin Morton who was recognized for his his Environmental Project, Scientific Research, and State Qualifier status. Ben will now move on to complete at the Nebraska State Science Fair!

Southwest seniors enjoyed an exciting day at the Nebraska Unicameral as part of their senior trip. Students observed the Legislature in action and participated in a meet and greet with Secretary of State Bob Evnen, State Senator Dave Murman, and Governor Jim Pillen. The trip also included a tour of the Capitol Building, highlighting the historic Supreme Court Room.

Virginia Rose Anderson, born 7-24-1936 to Carl and Rose Zeeh née Wolf, passed peacefully in her home in El Cajon CA 2-28-2025.

John F. Lund, age 96, of Bertrand, Nebraska passed away peacefully with family, on Monday, March 3rd, 2025, at his home. He was born on May 18, 1928, in Plainview, Nebraska to Alfred and Marie (Schmidt) Lund. He was the second born of seven children, having 3 sisters and 3 brothers.

The Eustis-Farnam Elementary Quiz Bowl Team secured 3rd place at their home invite. .