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Western Nebraska teacher honored as 2026 State Teacher of the Year

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A high school science teacher at Mullen Public Schools was named the 2026 Nebraska Teacher of the Year, an honor that recognizes the exceptional contributions of classroom teachers.Humane Society · Mullen See the Story

Forage Minute: Fall alfalfa

FALL ALFALFA IRRIGATION by Todd Whitney Irrigating alfalfa now through November until the soil freezes can protect plants and improve fall yields. However, adjust irrigation rates compared to in-season watering. During the hot growing season, alfalfa water usage may exceed 0.30 inch per day versus fall cooler days water usage dropping to 0.10 inch per day. As a perennial plant, alfalfa growth extends longer into the fall and does not have specif…Mullen · Mullen Read Article

Bradley, McCully are NSRA all around cowgirls

by Gerri Peterson The Nebraska State Rodeo Association Finals was held in Lexington last Friday-Sunday, September 5-7, with several locals competing. Brittni (McCully) Bradley was the 2025 all around cowgirl and Brooke McCully was the reserve all around cowgirl.Mullen · Mullen Read Article

Hardin is Teacher of the Year finalist

by Gerri Peterson Mullen High School 7-12 science teacher Sarah Hardin is one of four finalists for the prestigious Nebraska Teacher of the Year from the Nebraska Department of Education! According to the Nebraska Department of Education, the Nebraska Teacher of the Year candidates have the respect and admiration of their colleagues and: •Is an expert in their field who guides students of all backgrounds and abilities to achieve excellence; •Col…Mullen · Mullen Read Article

Participate in deer exchange to donate or receive venison

Nebraskans who want to donate or receive harvested deer can participate in the Deer Exchange. This program is designed to accommodate the additional harvest of deer.Mullen · Mullen Read Article

American Legion Auxiliary honored

by Eva Crawford Congratulations to the American Legion Auxiliary for a 100% membership for 2024/2025. At the State Department Convention in Columbus in June, Unit 109 President Eva Crawford received the awards on behalf of our unit.Mullen · Mullen Read Article

Webinar series on range and pasture management

Lincoln - Nebraska Extension will host a six-part webinar series this fall to help landowners and livestock producers better understand how to identify, grow and manage grasses in pastures and rangelands. From the comfort of your computer, interact with participants and presenters and gather information specific to your pasture’s location.Mullen · Mullen Read Article

Boat Ramp Improvements Made at Merritt Reservoir

The Beed’s Landing boat ramp at Merritt Reservoir State Recreation Area will close to access September 9-19 to allow for concrete work and improvements. Visitors might see machinery and site preparations beginning prior to the closure.Mullen · Mullen See the Story

EMT and lifeguard training at pool

EMT and lifeguard training at pool News Staff Tue, 08/05/2025Mullen · Mullen Read Article

Maci Walz wins 4-H construction sewing machine

results submitted by CSA Extension Office The Hooker County 4-Hers who sewed this year had their projects judged on Monday, July 28, where they also modeled for the judge. The public style revue was then held on Wednesday, July 30. The 4-Hers found out their modeling ribbon results Wednesday, and their construction ribbon results after the building was open to the public.Mullen · Mullen Read Article