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Community

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Client challenge: simplifying Gering school communication

Client challenge: simplifying Gering school communication

  • Gering Public Schools

Gering Public Schools is moving classroom communication from Remind into the Gering Schools App to simplify updates for families and centralize school messages.

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United Way to host Scottsbluff mobile food pantry Aug. 19

United Way to host Scottsbluff mobile food pantry Aug. 19

  • United Way of Western Nebraska

United Way of Western Nebraska will host a free drive-through mobile food pantry Aug. 19 at 4 p.m. at the Guadalupe Center in Scottsbluff for households in need.

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Gering board to weigh revised middle school bond plan

Gering board to weigh revised middle school bond plan

  • Gering Public Schools

Gering Public Schools will consider a revised Gering Middle School bond proposal, outlining safety, academic, CTE and athletic upgrades, with public info sessions.

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Private swimming lessons for the 26-27 school year

Private swimming lessons for the 26-27 school year

  • YMCA of Scottsbluff

The YMCA offers private swimming lessons by request on a first-come, first-served basis, with punch card payment, flexible scheduling, and member and non-member lesson rates.

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August 10, 2026 regular board meeting notice

August 10, 2026 regular board meeting notice

  • Scottsbluff Public Schools

Notice of the Scottsbluff Board of Education regular meeting on Aug. 10, 2026 at 6 p.m., held at Scottsbluff High School and via virtual meeting.

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Empowering people to find their fire at work

Empowering people to find their fire at work

  • Nebraska Business Development Center (NBDC) – Scottsbluff

Omaha consultant Molly Rezich helps healthcare and other organizations improve communication, leadership and teamwork through behavioral performance training.

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New video series highlights work of Nebraska probation officers

New video series highlights work of Nebraska probation officers

  • State Court Administrator

Four-part Day in the Life video series follows Nebraska probation officers across districts, highlighting daily duties, problem-solving courts, and rural service.

PPHD urges routine vaccinations during immunization month

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Panhandle Public Health District urges Nebraska Panhandle residents to stay current on routine vaccinations during August walk-in immunization clinics.

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Gering board to weigh revised middle school bond plan

Gering board to weigh revised middle school bond plan

    Gering Public Schools will consider a revised Gering Middle School bond proposal, outlining safety, academic, CTE and athletic upgrades, with public info sessions.

    Panhandle safety and wellness conference set for Sept. 17

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    Panhandle Safety & Wellness Conference returns Sept. 17, 2026, in Gering with expert sessions, a keynote on lifestyle medicine and SHRM education credits.

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    Private swimming lessons for the 26-27 school year

    Private swimming lessons for the 26-27 school year

      The YMCA offers private swimming lessons by request on a first-come, first-served basis, with punch card payment, flexible scheduling, and member and non-member lesson rates.

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      August 10, 2026 regular board meeting notice

      August 10, 2026 regular board meeting notice

        Notice of the Scottsbluff Board of Education regular meeting on Aug. 10, 2026 at 6 p.m., held at Scottsbluff High School and via virtual meeting.

        PPHD board authorizes public pool inspections

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        Panhandle Public Health District will oversee public pool permits, inspections, and education in its 12 Nebraska counties following passage of LB759.

        Free tobacco treatment training for Nebraska providers

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        Nebraska healthcare professionals can access free Mayo Clinic–accredited tobacco treatment specialist certification training with multiple sessions through 2027.

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        Empowering people to find their fire at work

        Empowering people to find their fire at work

        • Nebraska Business Development Center (NBDC) – Scottsbluff

        Omaha consultant Molly Rezich helps healthcare and other organizations improve communication, leadership and teamwork through behavioral performance training.

        Panhandle public health district earns 2 NACCHO awards

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        • Panhandle Public Health District (PPHD)

        Panhandle Public Health District received two 2026 NACCHO Model Practice Awards honoring its Youth Advisory Council and a maternal blood pressure initiative.

        New Scottsbluff mural highlights community resilience

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        • Panhandle Public Health District (PPHD)

        Panhandle Public Health District unveils a new outdoor mural in Scottsbluff by artist Yelena Khanevskaya, symbolizing growth, resilience and community well-being.

        Interpreter orientation expands language access in Nebraska courts

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        • State Court Administrator

        Language Access hosted a July 23–24 interpreter orientation, bringing 24 participants, 14 languages and 10 Nebraska counties together to support court access.

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        New video series highlights work of Nebraska probation officers

        New video series highlights work of Nebraska probation officers

        • State Court Administrator

        Four-part Day in the Life video series follows Nebraska probation officers across districts, highlighting daily duties, problem-solving courts, and rural service.

        Back-to-school tips to build healthy habits with 5 to Thrive

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        • Panhandle Public Health District (PPHD)

        Panhandle Public Health District’s 5 to Thrive campaign urges families to build back-to-school routines focused on nutrition, movement, sleep, and mental health.

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        Shs math team earns first-ever top 10 finish at mu alpha theta nationals

        Shs math team earns first-ever top 10 finish at mu alpha theta nationals

        • Scottsbluff Public Schools

        Scottsbluff High School’s Mu Alpha Theta team earned 10th in Sweepstakes at the 2026 national convention in Texas, the program’s first-ever top 10 finish.

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        Become a community ambassador in western Nebraska

        Become a community ambassador in western Nebraska

        • Trusted Community Development of Western Nebraska

        Trusted Community Development is launching a Community Ambassador program to match local volunteers with new residents and help them connect in western Nebraska.

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        The Vine plants new roots in downtown North Platte

        The Vine plants new roots in downtown North Platte

        • Nebraska Business Development Center (NBDC) – Scottsbluff

        After a wine allergy shifted her career, Jennifer Prince opened The Vine, a specialty plant shop building community and planning a wine bar in downtown North Platte.

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        Sandhills Open Road Challenge boosts Arnold and the Sandhills

        Sandhills Open Road Challenge boosts Arnold and the Sandhills

        • Nebraska Department of Economic Development

        The Sandhills Open Road Challenge transforms rural Arnold, Nebraska, into a sold-out racing destination, fueling community spirit, tourism, and local economic growth.

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        July 13, 2026 Scottsbluff board of education meeting

        July 13, 2026 Scottsbluff board of education meeting

        • Scottsbluff Public Schools

        Notice of the July 13, 2026 Scottsbluff Board of Education regular meeting, with time, location, virtual access link, and agenda availability at www.sbps.net.

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        Court of Appeals investiture held for Judge Michael Piccolo

        Court of Appeals investiture held for Judge Michael Piccolo

        • State Court Administrator

        Judge Michael Piccolo was invested to the Nebraska Court of Appeals for Judicial District 6 on July 1, 2026, at the State Capitol Rotunda in Lincoln.

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