Calendar Note
The last Tuesday of each month, American Legion Post 156 of Hamburg meets at the United Methodist Church, 1200 Park Street, at 7 p.m. .
February 2022
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Fremont County Extension to host Zoom private pesticide applicator courses
Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Fremont County will be offering two opportunities to attend the Private Pesticide Applicator Continuing Instruction Course (P-CIC), led by Extension Field Agronomist Michael Witt.
Did you know?
Homeowners should give due consideration to whether or not plants are considered invasive species before introducing new plants on their properties. According to the National Ocean and Atmospheric Administration, invasive species of plants can lead to the extinction of native plants and animals. Invasive plant species also can reduce biodiversity and cause significant fundamental disruptions to local ecosystems. Though non-native plants are often cherished for their unique looks, homeowners planting new gardens or supplementing existing gardens with new plants are urged to plant only native species. Such an approach benefits plants and also local wildlife that depends on native plant species for food and cover.
DNR January water summary update
The new year has started colder and drier than normal, as Iowa ended January with an average of 0.68 inches of moisture, and an average temperature of 14.7 degrees, according to the latest Water Summary Update.
2022 Century, Heritage Farm applications now being accepted
Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig encourages eligible farm owners to apply for the 2022 Century and Heritage Farm Program now. The program was created by the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship and the Iowa Farm Bureau Federation to recognize families who have owned their farms for 100 years and 150 years, respectively.
Souper Bowl Luncheon
The Souper Bowl Soup Luncheon took place on Sunday, Feb. 13, at the Nebraska City Fire Station on Central Avenue. All proceeds from the annual luncheon fundraiser will support the Nebraska City Museum of Firefighting in its mission to preserve the history of the department while educating visitors of all ages about fire safety prevention and education. Nebraska City Fire and Rescue would like to thank everyone who came out to support the museum. Photos by Julie Davis
Randolph plans upgrade for city service thanks to grant funds
The City of Randolph will soon be able to upgrade its sanitary sewer system. Funding for the estimated $503,323 project came in part from a $168,000 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) from the Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA).
National Weather Service releases first spring flood outlook
The initial spring flood outlook from the National Weather Service (NWS) indicates a below-normal risk for spring flooding this year. Service Hydrologist David Pearson shared his forecast on Feb.
Wabash Trace Trail receives $25K donation
Southwest Iowa Nature Trails Inc. recently received a $25,000 annual gift from the Hoff Family Fund of the Pottawattamie County Community Foundation to provide for maintenance of the Wabash Trace Nature Trail. The Trace, which stretches from Council Bluffs to the Missouri state line and passes through Imogene, is a 63-mile-long converted railroad right-of-way. The trail waas completed in 1997 and annually hosts the Wabash Trace Nature Trail Marathon, which will take place on Saturday, Sept. 10. Hamburg Reporter File Photo
Cowboys pick up three wins, look to stretch run
Action last week for the Sidney boys’ basketball team saw the Cowboys pick up three victories. Wins were against Nodaway Valley, Southwest Valley and Essex.