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See these? Do This.

By Press release submission | Jan 3, 2023

When you are approaching a stopped emergency vehicle, including tow trucks, safely vacate the lane closest to the vehicle and slow down.

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Designated sites: Live Christmas tree disposal

By Press release submission | Jan 3, 2023

The Hastings Parks and Recreation Department offers three locations for residents to dispose of Christmas trees after the holiday.

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Nebraska receives 4 EDA grants totaling $730,500 for planning in 2022

By Cornhusker State News | Jan 2, 2023

Nebraska received four grants totaling $730,500 for planning in 2022 from the US Economic Development Administration.

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Southeast Community College Area listed among most affordable Nebraska institutions for in-state students in 2022

By Cornhusker State News | Jan 2, 2023

College costs for in-state students at Southeast Community College Area, in Lincoln, were $2,808 in 2022, according to the latest disclosure from the National Center for Education Statistics.

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14 people die with COVID-19 listed as a contributing cause in Nebraska during week ending Dec. 24

By Cornhusker State News | Jan 2, 2023

There were 14 deaths with COVID-19 listed as a contributing cause reported in Nebraska in the week ending Dec. 24, making up 5.1% of total deaths by all causes in Nebraska.

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Nebraska's combined tax revenues down 8.7% from Q3 to Q4 2022

By Cornhusker State News | Jan 2, 2023

Nebraska collected $1.7 billion in combined tax revenues and income taxes during the fourth quarter of 2022.

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60 people in 75-84 age group in Nebraska are estimated to have died during week ending December 17

By Cornhusker State News | Jan 2, 2023

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates 60 people in the 75-84 age group died during the week ending December 17.

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University of Nebraska at Kearney listed among least affordable Nebraska institutions for in-state students in 2022

By Cornhusker State News | Jan 2, 2023

College costs for in-state students at the University of Nebraska at Kearney, in Kearney, were $7,984 in 2022, according to the latest disclosure from the National Center for Education Statistics.

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New Year holiday closures

By Press release submission | Jan 2, 2023

The City of Hastings offices will be closed on Monday, January 2, 2023 in observance of the New Year holiday.

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Don't miss the opportunity to promote your business

By Press release submission | Jan 2, 2023

Don't miss the opportunity to promote your business to residents, business owners, & visitors!

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EDA awards over $35 million in grants for economic development projects in Nebraska in 2022

By Cornhusker State News | Jan 1, 2023

The Economic Development Administration (EDA) issued 22 grants totaling $35,291,406 in 2022 to fund economic development projects in Nebraska.

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In-state students at University of Nebraska-Lincoln paid some of the highest tuition and fees in 2022

By Cornhusker State News | Jan 1, 2023

College costs for in-state students at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, in Lincoln, were $9,872 in 2022, according to the latest disclosure from the National Center for Education Statistics.

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56 deaths after taking the COVID-19 vaccine in Nebraska

By Cornhusker State News | Jan 1, 2023

Deaths after taking the COVID-19 vaccine total 8,214 across the US, with 56 deaths being in Nebraska, according to the National Vaccine Information Center.

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In-state students at Central Community College paid some of the lowest tuition and fees in 2022

By Cornhusker State News | Jan 1, 2023

College costs for in-state students at Central Community College, in Grand Island, were $3,300 in 2022, according to the latest disclosure from the National Center for Education Statistics.

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Nebraska receives 14 EDA grants totaling $33,176,098 for economic adjustment assistance in 2022

By Cornhusker State News | Jan 1, 2023

Nebraska received 14 grants totaling $33,176,098 for economic adjustment assistance in 2022 from the US Economic Development Administration.

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Nebraska receives $169,160 in VA Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans during Q4

By Cornhusker State News | Jan 1, 2023

The VA issued one Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Nebraska during the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2022, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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2022: Nebraska ranks 36th nationwide for total received in EDA grants, at $35,291,406

By Cornhusker State News | Jan 1, 2023

In 2022, Nebraska received $35,291,406 in EDA grants for economic development projects, ranking 36th nationwide, according to the US Economic Development Administration (EDA).

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54 people die from diseases of the heart in Nebraska during week ending Dec. 24

By Cornhusker State News | Jan 1, 2023

There were 54 deaths from diseases of the heart reported in Nebraska in the week ending Dec. 24, making up 19.9% of total deaths by all causes in Nebraska.

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VA provides 671 home purchase loans in Nebraska in Q4 2022

By Cornhusker State News | Jan 1, 2023

There were 671 VA home purchase loans issued in Nebraska in the fourth quarter of the fiscal year 2022 totaling $209.5 million, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Average VA IRRRL loan amount in Nebraska increases from Q3 to Q4

By Cornhusker State News | Jan 1, 2023

The average VA interest rate reduction refinance loan (IRRRL) amount in Nebraska during the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2022 was $169,160, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.