Storm Spotter training class schedule announced by NWS
A schedule of 2023 National Weather Service Storm Spotter training classes has been released. The Fremont County, Iowa, Spotter Talk is set for 7 to 9 p.m.
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Ernst named ranking member of Senate Small Business Committee
U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) has been named the Ranking Member, or the top Republican, of the Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship.
NC Fire Museum to host Souper Bowl luncheon
The Nebraska City Fire Museum will host its annual fund-raising soup luncheon from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
6,900+ Huskers named to fall 2022 dean’s list
More than 6,900 University of Nebraska–Lincoln students have been named to the Deans’ List for the fall semester of the 2022-23 academic year. Qualification for the dean’s list varies among the eight undergraduate colleges and the Explore Center.
Sidney Boys Basketball
Sidney 70, Essex 54 The Cowboys scored 54 points through three quarters and went on for the Tuesday, Jan. 31, win. Scoring leaders for the Sidney team were Braedon Godfread, 27; Taylor McFail, 12; Michael Hensley, 10; Andreas Buttry, nine; Nik Peters, six; and Kolt Payne, six.
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.
From the Fremont County Historical Society: Doll Buggy Parade in Hamburg 1933
The Fremont County Historical Society recently shared this photo on its Facebook page, and they allowed us to reprint it for your enjoyment. The photo shows a doll buggy parade and contest in July of 1933 in Hamburg.
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.
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).
Sidney Girls Basketball
Sidney 71, Essex 42 The Cowgirls scored 34 first quarter points on the way to a Tuesday, Jan. 31, win. Scoring leaders for Sidney were Avery Dowling, 15; Aunika Hayes, 11; Kaden Payne, 10; Sadie Thompson, eight; Ava Osborn, eight; Emily Hutt, six; Gabi Jacobs, five; Lilly Peters, four; Camdyn Hayes, two; and Macey Graham, two.