December 4, 2023 Time didn’t allow for news this week, so will just do the birthdays. My wishes to each of you for a good week as you prepare to celebrate the birth of Jesus.

Medicine Valley Team-Mates has had a very busy fall. The year kicked off with a breakfast hosted by the board. All mentors and mentees were encouraged to come and reconnect. The chapter also hosted a fundraiser event on November 17th, raising funds for their scholarship fund. All senior mentees are encouraged to apply for the local and central office scholarships.

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LINCOLN, Neb. - Notice is hereby given that the terms for three members of the Nebraska Corn Development, Utilization and Marketing Board (Nebraska Corn Board) will expire June 30, 2024, and Nebraska’s corn checkoff program is seeking candidates to petition for those districts.

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Supporting college students takes on many forms within the University of Nebraska system, and food security is a growing priority on all campuses. This year, the University of Nebraska Foundation is channeling the funds they typically spend on mailing holiday greetings to support the four campus food pantries.

Southwest Nebraska Public Health Department (SWNPHD) will be offering Vaccines for Children at public clinics in December. Anyone two months of age and older are invited to get their vaccinations. Flu shots will still be available for anyone 6 months of age and older. We are starting to see a rise in influenza cases in Nebraska. Now is the perfect opportunity to get a flu shot before the Christmas holiday season.