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Think pheasant hunting safety this fall

Hunters heading to the field for the opening weekend of pheasant season are encouraged to review safe hunting practices before they head out.Jamie Cook, hunter education coordinator with the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, said hunters should get reacquainted with the techniques used to hunt pheasants – be sure to walk in a straight line and know where members of the hunting party are at all times, especially in low visibility areas like terraces, tall switch grass and standing corn.“Go through the safe zones of fire with each member of the hunting party, talk about avoiding target fixation and swinging on game,” Cook said.

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Hamburg Inn and Suites has enjoyed success since August opening

Nestled near the center of Hamburg, the recently opened Hamburg Inn and Suites enjoys a prime location close to population centers and offers “big city” amenities and service to travelers on the I-29 corridor stretching from Omaha to Kansas City.Hamburg Inn and Suites, owned by Nebraska City’s Jack Olson, opened for business at 1235 Main Street on Aug.

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