By Teresa Wiiest | NCTA News When Sarah (Patton) Munk graduated from the Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture in 2013 with a degree in Veterinary Technology, she carried with her more than classroom knowledge.

A Solemn Assembly on the Equal Protection of All Humans in the Womb was held at the Nebraska State Capitol on Thursday, Jan. 22 at noon in the Capitol’s Rotunda during the Nebraska Legislative session. A peaceful gathering of citizens praying and singing hymns was followed by a few speakers.

The Stamford community is taking an important step toward strengthening public safety and community connection with plans underway for a new combined fire hall and community building. The proposed facility will serve as a modern home for local emergency services while also providing a much-needed updated gathering space for community events, training, and civic activities. Designed to meet current and future needs, the project reflects Stamford’s ongoing commitment to safety, preparedness, and community growth. “This project is about more than a building,” said Tresadi Preitauer, Stamford Rural Fire Board Member. “It’s about investing in our volunteers, improving emergency response capabilities, and creating a space where our community can come together.”

The Village of Stamford is proud to announce the installation and opening of a Little Free Library, a new community resource designed to encourage reading, sharing, and lifelong learning for residents of all ages.

Congratulations to the Eustis-Farnam Elementary Quiz Bowl team on their 1st Place finish in Arapahoe. .

Southwest Nebraska Public Health Department (SWNPHD) will be offering Vaccines for Children at public clinics in February. 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. Flu (influenza) is circulating throughout the health district, and almost 100 people have gone to the emergency room for influenza so far this flu season. Getting a flu shot now will provide protection for the rest of time flu is going around. It is never too late to get a flu shot.

The Cambridge Memorial Hospital Auxiliary met January 20, 2026 in the Tri Valley Health System Meadowlark Room with lunch provided by the hospital. President Diane Schultz presided over the meeting with 12 members present. Minutes of the November 18, 2025 meeting were read and approved, followed by reports from the treasurer, president, Thrift Shop Cochairman, Foundation Director Jill Goodwin and CEO Clay Jordan.

A total of 138 students qualified for the President’s List during the 2025 fall semester at Mid-Plains Community College. To make the list, each student had to complete 12 or more applicable credit hours in college-level courses and maintain a grade point average (GPA) of 3.9 or greater on a 4.0 scale.

Jan. 21, 2026 (WAYNE, Neb.) – Wayne State College included 1,300 students on the dean’s list for exemplary academic achievement during the Fall 2025 semester.

The Frontier County Food Pantry surprised patrons on Sunday, January 11 with a Happy New Year Food Distribution! As patrons showed up for what they thought was a normal Sunday food distribution, they learned they’d be getting a Happy New Year meal to enjoy in their homes.