Two Sidney residents were recently named to the fall semester 2022 dean’s list at Iowa State University. Taylersue Hickman, a first-year cyber security engineering student, and Abigail Renee Whitehead, a second-year psychology student, were among the more than 10,200 ISU students on the list.
There will be plenty of activities taking place on Saturday, Jan. 28, in the Al Wheeler Activity Center (AWAC), with the Peru State National Alumni (NAA) Chili Feed being the highlight of the day. This will be the 13th annual hosting of the event on the Campus of a Thousand Oaks.
Third Monday: Hamburg Community School District board meeting, Marnie Simons Elementary, 309 S St., 5 p.m. (712) 382-2017. Wednesdays: Fremont County Board of Supervisors meeting, Fremont County Courthouse boardroom, 506 Fillmore St., Sidney. 9 a.m. (712) 374-2031.
Home renovations provide a host of benefits. Such projects can increase resale value and improve on the safety, aesthetics and functionality of a home.
Home renovation projects are significant undertakings. It is common for homeowners who may not have the time nor the expertise to do the work themselves to call in professionals to tackle these jobs.
Consumers familiar with the disparity in price between organic fruits and vegetables and conventional alternatives may be curious if that difference in price pays off with healthier foods. According to a 2014 study published in the British Journal of Nutrition, it does. Researchers behind the study concluded that the antioxidant compounds in organic fruits and vegetables deliver between 20 and 40 percent higher antioxidant activity. That’s a significant benefit, as the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health notes that antioxidantrich fruits, vegetables and legumes are associated with a lower risk of various diseases, including cardiovascular diseases and cancer, and deaths from all causes. In addition, the Mayo Clinic notes that organically grown produce has traditionally had lower levels of pesticide residue than conventionally grown alternatives, though safety measures governing conventional produce and residue levels have changed in recent years and reduced that gap.
In 2022, the Hamburg Fire Department reported a 46 percent increase in call volume over 2021. According to the department’s Facebook page, the 28 members of the department had 98 calls during the year, which does not include training time, equipment/ truck checks, and other efforts needed to keep the department going.
Even though mental health is key to overall health, the general lack of awareness about what to say or how to help family, loved ones, and neighbors keeps people from seeking treatment. The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Division of Behavioral Health (DBH) is encouraging individuals to speak out about breaking the stigma of mental health to create a strong and supportive community.
Every two years since 1982, the Iowa Farm and Rural Life poll has asked farmers to report on changes in quality of life, defined as “the degree of satisfaction with all aspects of life,” for their families and families in their communities.
The Brownville Concert Series is excited to announce its 32nd Sizzling Season. Exceptional musicianship in a small, intimate venue creates an experience unlike any other. Brownville audiences are up close and personal with the artists, become part of the show, and feel enveloped in the music. We are offering 2023 Season Passes to all nine shows for only $180. Purchase season passes online at www.brownvilleconcertseries. com, on Facebook or call 402-825-3331. In Show Biz dates, etc. are subject to change so please double check the website. You won’t want to miss a single show. Check out this fantastic line-up!