February 2023

No Place Like It!

Look wherever you choose but you will never find another place like Nebraska! Just think about it. One week we celebrate ducks! Another week we celebrate a sleepy little rodent (?) or whatever he or she is and when this week ends we will celebrate a Super Bowl where grown men fight fight over a ball sometimes known as a “pigskin.” The team that gets it over that line the most times wins – big time.

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Why you should be sleeping more

Most people know that getting enough sleep is important for their health, but many do not realize that there are specific health benefits that come from getting a good night’s sleep. Getting enough sleep can improve your mood, help you maintain a healthy weight, and reduce your risk of chronic health problems like diabetes and heart disease. Sleep can even help boost your immune system and improve memory.

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New titles to explore

Variety describes recent additions to the books available to patrons at the Hamburg Public Library. There’s a graphic novel, the first book in a new series, a Good Morning America Book Club pick, and biographies of famous Americans to explore.

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Taxpayer resources

Q: What resources are available for taxpayers having issues with the IRS? A: As a taxpayer watchdog, I keep close tabs on the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and champion efforts to strengthen taxpayer protections and customer service at the federal tax collecting agency. For example, I take seriously my congressional oversight work to ensure the bipartisan Taxpayer First Act I helped steer into law in 2019 is implemented as Congress intended.

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Fremont County Long Term Disaster Recovery focus turns to preparedness

Following the flood of March 2019, the Fremont County Long Term Disaster Recovery Group (FCLTDRG) was resurrected to help in recovery. Its efforts included the distribution of nearly $240,000 in financial assistance, and the coordination of other goods and services to aid hundreds of flood survivors. With the flood finally in the past, the group is reorganizing to focus on preparing for future disasters, ensuring everyone is ready to respond efficiently and equitably in providing aid. FCLTDRG is now known as Fremont County Disaster Coalition (FCDC).

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