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College of Saint Mary Names 2023 Heart of the Walking Woman Finalists

By Press release submission | Jan 30, 2023

In a long-standing tradition, College of Saint Mary (CSM) has recognized students who exemplify character, service and leadership on campus through its annual Heart of the Walking Woman.

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Sandoz’s travels featured in semester-long exhibit

By Press release submission | Jan 30, 2023

Travels with Mari is an exhibit in the Mari Sandoz High Plains Heritage Center from Jan. 9 through May 12. It features photographs from Sandoz’s trips across the U.S. from the 1940s to 1960s.

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Huskers in Top Five at Northeast Classic

By Press release submission | Jan 27, 2023

The Nebraska bowling team went 5-0 on day one in New Jersey and currently sit in fifth place at the 2022 Northeast Classic with a total pinfall of 5,031.

Cut Taxes, Invest in Our Kids

By Press release submission | Jan 27, 2023

Our current tax system fails Nebraskans and needs reform now. For too long, our tax code has not been competitive.

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Peru State Men’s Basketball Hits Triple Digits for Third Time this Season

By Press release submission | Jan 26, 2023

The Peru State men's basketball team defeated Mount Mercy 101-70 on Thursday night.

January Is National Birth Defects Prevention Month

By Press release submission | Jan 26, 2023

The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) recognizes January as National Birth Defects Awareness Month.

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11 African American Artists to Showcase Work at College of Saint Mary

By Press release submission | Jan 25, 2023

Eleven local and regional African American artists will showcase their work in an exhibit called “This is Us!” at College of Saint Mary’s Hillmer Art Gallery.

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Omaha Special Education Teacher Surprised With $25,000 Milken Educator Award

By Press release submission | Jan 25, 2023

Lisa Moody, a special education teacher at Jefferson Elementary, received the surprise of a lifetime when she was presented with a national Milken Educator Award this at a schoolwide assembly of cheering students, colleagues, local and state dignitaries, and the media.

Mavericks Nearly Take Down First Place SDSU

By Press release submission | Jan 24, 2023

Playing their first home game in nearly two weeks, the Mavericks nearly came out on top against first place South Dakota State, but could not quite close the gap as they fell 61-68 Thursday night in Baxter Arena.

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Pre-session offering ‘lightens the load’ for Holst

By Press release submission | Jan 24, 2023

In the fall, Alisa Holst looked ahead at the last winter break of her college career, and realized she had an opportunity.

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Huskers get hands on with science of funky fermentations

By Press release submission | Jan 23, 2023

In the classroom and the lab, students learned the scientific processes behind popular food fermentation techniques as part of the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s three-week spring pre-session course “Moldy Meals: Filamentous Fungal Food Fermentations.”

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Commissioner Search Survey

By Press release submission | Jan 23, 2023

The Nebraska State Board of Education is seeking public feedback as part of the search for Nebraska’s next Commissioner of Education.

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DHHS To Launch The IServe Nebraska Explore Benefits Tool

By Press release submission | Jan 20, 2023

The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) will soon launch a new feature of the iServe Nebraska portal – Explore Benefits, an anonymous, mobile-friendly, pre-screening tool to help Nebraskans identify benefits for which they may qualify.

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UNMC researchers highlight cancer risks for Nebraska farmers

By Press release submission | Jan 20, 2023

A recent study by UNMC researchers showed low numbers of cancer screenings, as well as high instances of “cancer risk behaviors,” among Nebraska’s farmers.

Flames Unable to Hang on Against Concordia

By Press release submission | Jan 19, 2023

The Flames got off to a great start Wednesday.

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Prescription Pyro, LLC is Dedicated to Fighting and Preventing Wildfires

By Press release submission | Jan 19, 2023

The loss of his best friend’s life nearly 30 years ago put Bob Harrold on a career path where he and his company, Prescription Pyro, are dedicated to saving lives and protecting property.

Governor Pillen Announces Senate Appointment

By Press release submission | Jan 18, 2023

Governor Jim Pillen announced that former Governor Pete Ricketts will be appointed as Nebraska's next U.S. Senator. Governor Pillen and Senator-designate Ricketts were joined by U.S. Senator Deb Fischer, Lieutenant Governor Joe Kelly, Attorney General Mike Hilgers, Secretary of State Bob Evnen, State Treasurer John Murante, and 30 state senators.

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