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LYONS, NEBRASKA—The Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) has helped Nebraska and Iowa farmers and ranchers achieve conservation goals on their operations for nearly two decades, and the states are...
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NEVADA, IOWA – Three weeks after a devastating derecho storm swept across the state, Iowans in 26 counties are left with no decision on federal relief from the president. Cody Smith, policy associate...
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NEVADA, IOWA – Local leaders will facilitate a discussion about strategies to address climate change in rural areas with U.S. Rep. Cindy Axne (D-IA) on Tuesday, Sept. 8. The Iowa Climate Solutions...
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LYONS, NEBRASKA – Nebraska State Sen. Tom Brandt of Plymouth and Kevin Barnhill, owner of the Blair Meat Market in Blair, will discuss, and take questions on the problems facing local meat processors...
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CEDAR BLUFFS, NEBRASKA – Nancy Meyer, of Cedar Bluffs, Nebraska, has been appointed to the Center for Rural Affairs Board of Directors. The Center for Rural Affairs is a private, nonprofit...
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LYONS, NEBRASKA – Women landowners, women beekeepers, and women interested in conservation, native pollinators, and native plants throughout Nebraska are invited to “Women's Learning Circle: Bees and...
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NEBRASKA CITY, NEBRASKA – Entrepreneurs in southeast Nebraska are invited to attend a two-part online workshop to gain more insight on ways to evaluate and develop their marketing plan. This event is...
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SHELL ROCK, IOWA – Barbara Dilly, of Shell Rock, Iowa, has been appointed to the Center for Rural Affairs Board of Directors. The Center for Rural Affairs is a private, nonprofit organization working...
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SOLON, IOWA – Constituents in Iowa’s Senate District 37 are invited to a virtual Rural Resiliency Forum featuring Iowa State Sen. Zach Wahls. The event is set for Aug. 27, at 1 p.m. and will be hosted...
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LYONS, NEBRASKA – Online training will be offered to rural farmers, market managers, and vendors interested in becoming involved or improving a farmers market. These free events are hosted by the...
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LYONS, NEBRASKA – Months after the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act was signed into law, Congress is considering legislation that would include rural businesses and...
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LYONS, NEBRASKA – While essential for homes and businesses, the cost of electricity can pose a burden to customers. However, by implementing some key efficiency strategies, South Dakotans have the...
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HASTINGS, NEBRASKA – Business owners in the Hastings area interested in learning QuickBooks are invited to attend an online workshop. This free event is sponsored by the Center for Rural Affairs...
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AUBURN, NEBRASKA – Entrepreneurs in the Auburn area are invited to attend two online workshops focused on best practices for businesses during COVID-19. These free events are sponsored by the Center...
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LYONS, NEBRASKA – A new resource is available for communities, solar project developers, and other stakeholders interested in installing pollinator-friendly solar projects. Outlining steps for...
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LYONS, NEBRASKA - A bill to improve broadband access was approved on final reading by the Nebraska Legislature Tuesday morning. “We applaud the passage of Legislative Bill 996,” said Johnathan Hladik...
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LYONS, NEBRASKA – Nebraska entrepreneurs are invited to two online workshops, one focused on accounting practices, and another focused on optimizing business plans. These free events are sponsored by...
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LYONS, NEBRASKA – Internet access remains a problem for millions of Americans, including school age children. Those students without home internet access face increased difficulties completing their...
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LYONS, NEBRASKA – Current and future priorities for public utilities will be discussed with public power directors from Nebraska’s largest utilities during an upcoming virtual town hall hosted by the...
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – On June 26, U.S. Reps. Don Bacon (R-NE) and Abigail Spanberger (D-VA), members of the House Agriculture Committee, introduced a companion bill to the Growing Climate Solutions Act...
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