LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) - Nebraska lawmakers advanced a property tax and business incentives package and new abortion restrictions through a key procedural vote on Tuesday, despite fervent opposition from some senators in the final days of this year's session.

Each measure won second-round approval in the Legislature, just ahead of the end-of-Tuesday deadline for bills to survive this year. They now head to a final, third vote on Thursday, the session's final day, and will then go to Gov. Pete Ricketts, who is expected to sign them.

The property tax and business incentives package were merged into one bill because neither measure had enough support to pass by itself. Rural lawmakers who want lower local property taxes initially threatened to block the business incentives bill, but politically powerful business groups argued that Nebraska can't be the only state without major tax incentives. The state's current business incentive program, the Nebraska Advantage Act, expires this year.

"We need to make a positive statement to the people of Nebraska, and I think the biggest risk is not to act," said Sen. John Stinner, of Gering, who helped negotiate the compromise package.

Still, the package drew criticism from some rural, conservative lawmakers, who said it didn't do enough for property owners. The property tax portion would offer a state tax credit to reimburse property owners for a part of what they pay to local schools. But in most cases, homeowners and farmers would still see an increase over the previous year because of rising property values.

"This is a decrease in the increase, call it what it is," said Sen. Steve Erdman, of Bayard.

Sen. Patty Pansing Brooks, of Lincoln, said lawmakers focused too much on the needs of higher-income homeowners, farmers and businesses, and not enough on people who are struggling financially because of the coronavirus. She lamented that lawmakers didn't help renters facing evictions, meatpacking workers who are at higher risk of catching the virus, or workers who are still unemployed.

"When we are tone deaf to the needs of individual Nebraskans, we are not doing our jobs," Pansing Brooks said. "I am not proud of this session."

The business incentives package would offer tax credits to businesses that set up shop in Nebraska and create a certain number of high-paying jobs. The credits would vary based on how much money a company invests, the number of employees hired and the average salary paid.

Lawmakers also advanced a bill that would&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/8ca7e533ef1bc57b72414826a80565b0" target="_blank">restrict a second-trimester</a>&nbsp;abortion procedure known as a dilation and evacuation abortion. The bill would outlaw the use of clamps, forceps, tongs or scissors to perform the abortion. Opponents refer to it as a dismemberment abortion because it often requires doctors to remove a fetus in pieces.

"We are simply discontinuing a procedure which is inhumane," said Sen. Suzanne Geist, of Lincoln, the bill's sponsor.

Abortion-rights supporters said the bill is certain to face a court challenge and will likely get struck down as unconstitutional. Sen. Megan Hunt, of Omaha, said the abortion and property tax bills are "beneath the dignity of the work we are called here to do," given the economic damage wrought by the pandemic.

By GRANT SCHULTE-Associated Press LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) - Nebraska lawmakers advanced a property tax and business incentives package and new abortion restrictions through a key procedural vote on Tuesday, despite fervent opposition from some senators in the final days of this year's session.Each measure won second-round approval in the Legislature, just ahead of the end-of-Tuesday deadline for bills to survive this year. They now head to a final, third vote on Thursday, the session's final day, and will then go to Gov. Pete Ricketts, who is expected to sign them.The property tax and business incentives package were merged into one bill because neither measure had enough support to pass by itself. Rural lawmakers who want lower local property taxes initially threatened to block the business incentives bill, but politically powerful business groups argued that Nebraska can't be the only state without major tax incentives. The state's current business incentive program, the Nebraska Advantage Act, expires this year."We need to make a positive statement to the people of Nebraska, and I think the biggest risk is not to act," said Sen. John Stinner, of Gering, who helped negotiate the compromise package.Still, the package drew criticism from some rural, conservative lawmakers, who said it didn't do enough for property owners. The property tax portion would offer a state tax credit to reimburse property owners for a part of what they pay to local schools. But in most cases, homeowners and farmers would still see an increase over the previous year because of rising property values."This is a decrease in the increase, call it what it is," said Sen. Steve Erdman, of Bayard.Sen. Patty Pansing Brooks, of Lincoln, said lawmakers focused too much on the needs of higher-income homeowners, farmers and businesses, and not enough on people who are struggling financially because of the coronavirus. She lamented that lawmakers didn't help renters facing evictions, meatpacking workers who are at higher risk of catching the virus, or workers who are still unemployed."When we are tone deaf to the needs of individual Nebraskans, we are not doing our jobs," Pansing Brooks said. "I am not proud of this session."The business incentives package would offer tax credits to businesses that set up shop in Nebraska and create a certain number of high-paying jobs. The credits would vary based on how much money a company invests, the number of employees hired and the average salary paid.Lawmakers also advanced a bill that would&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/8ca7e533ef1bc57b72414826a80565b0" target="_blank">restrict a second-trimester</a>&nbsp;abortion procedure known as a dilation and evacuation abortion. The bill would outlaw the use of clamps, forceps, tongs or scissors to perform the abortion. Opponents refer to it as a dismemberment abortion because it often requires doctors to remove a fetus in pieces."We are simply discontinuing a procedure which is inhumane," said Sen. Suzanne Geist, of Lincoln, the bill's sponsor.Abortion-rights supporters said the bill is certain to face a court challenge and will likely get struck down as unconstitutional. Sen. Megan Hunt, of Omaha, said the abortion and property tax bills are "beneath the dignity of the work we are called here to do," given the economic damage wrought by the pandemic.

Property tax, abortion bills set for final votes in Nebraska

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OMAHA, Neb.-Diplomas will be conferred on 240 University of Nebraska Medical Center students on Friday, Aug. 14. The following is a list of graduates from the College of Nursing, College of Allied Health Professions, College of Public Health and Graduate Studies organized by college, degree, and hometown. There are no formal ceremonies for summer graduation.

Some graduating students are not listed below as they have requested their information not be released to the public. They are, however, counted in the total number of students receiving degrees.

Post Masters Certificate in Nursing

Omaha -- Vikas Gulati, Rachel Harris, Derek Leas

China -- Yu Hang, Yongyue Qi, Xinyuan Xi, Yangyuna Yang, Zhen Ye, Jiayu Yu

Saudi Arabia -- Jawaher Alamoudi, Ahmed Wafi

COLLEGE OF ALLIED HEALTH PROFESSIONS

Bachelor of Science in Medical Imaging &amp; Therapeutic Science

Blair -- Kiley Gosker&nbsp;(With High Distinction)

Carroll, IA -- Jessica Venner&nbsp;(With High Distinction)

Sterling, MA -- Cory Keith&nbsp;(With Distinction)

Post Baccalaureate Certificate in Cytotechnology

Rocklin, CA -- Irina Atkins&nbsp;(With High Distinction)

Clearwater, FL -- Deni Decolli&nbsp;(With Highest Distinction)

Dallas, TX -- Sophia Daniels&nbsp;(With Distinction), Cassidy Jones

Post Baccalaureate Certificate in Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Kearney -- Bailey Schnitzler&nbsp;(With High Distinction)

Atlantic, IA -- Erin Reed Shannon&nbsp;(With Highest Distinction)

Post Baccauaureate Certificate in Radiation Therapy

Beaver Crossing -- Cacey Vavra&nbsp;(With High Distinction)

Bennington -- Alexis Farris&nbsp;(With High Distinction)

Kearney -- McKenna Butler&nbsp;(With Distinction)

Omaha -- Paige Bishop, Kathleen Johannesmeyer

Syracuse -- Logan Teten&nbsp;(With High Distinction)

Master of Health Professions Teaching &amp; Technology

OMAHA, Neb.-Diplomas will be conferred on 240 University of Nebraska Medical Center students on Friday, Aug. 14. The following is a list of graduates from the College of Nursing, College of Allied Health Professions, College of Public Health and Graduate Studies organized by college, degree, and hometown. There are no formal ceremonies for summer graduation.Some graduating students are not listed below as they have requested their information not be released to the public. They are, however, counted in the total number of students receiving degrees.COLLEGE OF NURSINGBachelor of Science in NursingColumbus -- Nathaniel MwangiFremont -- Sydney DiMiceliKearney -- Chantel StadlerLincoln -- Christy HochstetlerNorth Platte -- Jennifer CookOmaha -- Courtney Thinnes, Tatyana VanaOsmond -- Tiffany RiceScottsbluff -- Mary SanchezWaterbury -- Mariah KramerPost Masters Certificate in NursingBlair -- Amanda HallOmaha -- Elyssa Drouillard PetersCOLLEGE OF PUBLIC HEALTHCertificate in Public HealthChina -- Zenghan TongMaster of Public HealthLincoln -- Mikki SchantellSilver Spring, MD -- Spencer SterlingGRADUATE COLLEGEMaster of ScienceAurora -- Lucy ElgeOmaha -- Caroline Christy, Rachel WeberBatesville, IN -- Connor RoseIndonesia -- Rahmi AuliaSaudi Arabia -- Wafaa AldhafiriDoctor of PhilosophyLincoln -- Cassandra HaysOmaha -- Vikas Gulati, Rachel Harris, Derek LeasLeawood, KS -- Shruthishree AravindSt. Paul, MN -- Ryan KingGrand Forks, ND -- Jana ZwillingClearfield, PA -- Gwenndolyn PorterChina -- Yu Hang, Yongyue Qi, Xinyuan Xi, Yangyuna Yang, Zhen Ye, Jiayu YuIndia -- Paroma RoySaudi Arabia -- Jawaher Alamoudi, Ahmed WafiCOLLEGE OF ALLIED HEALTH PROFESSIONSBachelor of ScienceBurlingame, CA -- Shelbi DuncanDillon, CO -- Kelly McWhirterGlenwood Springs, CO -- Benjamin HerschMarietta, GA -- Robert JonesSmyrna, GA -- John Harrison IIICrescent City, IL -- Tyler ClayCrystal Lake, IL -- Kyle WhittierTremont, IL -- Austin WildermuthWichita, KS -- Crystal CowanKeithville, LA -- Garrett SimmonsChelsea, MI -- David ReynhoutJasper, MI -- Joshua SchroederEden, NC -- Danielle MinichelloLas Vegas, NV -- Aubrey BlanchetteSyracuse, NY -- Peter WattersMingo Junction, OH -- Sara CashdollarEaston, PA -- Jamie NigitoLancaster, SC -- Allison HaugeLexington, SC -- Kenneth BlindMyrtle Beach, SC -- Caitlyn CauseyNorfolk, VA -- Romeo SatsatinCheyenne, WY -- Nichole KilincNepal -- Rabina ShresthaBachelor of Science in Medical Imaging &amp; Therapeutic ScienceBellevue -- Amanda McManusBlair -- Kiley Gosker&nbsp;(With High Distinction)Lincoln -- Rachel SloupWest Fork, AR -- Victoria SeamanJacksonville, FL -- DeAnna BreauxCarroll, IA -- Jessica Venner&nbsp;(With High Distinction)Sterling, MA -- Cory Keith&nbsp;(With Distinction)Edmond, OK -- Sameer HasanCharlottesville, VA -- Ruzena JelinekPost Baccalaureate Certificate in CytotechnologyHastings -- Sarah JohnsonLincoln -- Victoria Sinclair HinrichsPayson, AZ -- Nisha EdwinRocklin, CA -- Irina Atkins&nbsp;(With High Distinction)Clearwater, FL -- Deni Decolli&nbsp;(With Highest Distinction)Barry, IL -- Emily EhrhardtDallas, TX -- Sophia Daniels&nbsp;(With Distinction), Cassidy JonesEuless, TX -- Lorma SiasonFort Worth, TX -- Christi LincolnPost Baccalaureate Certificate in Diagnostic Medical SonographyBoelus -- Brooke ZentzKearney -- Bailey Schnitzler&nbsp;(With High Distinction)Omaha -- Katherine WhiteAtlantic, IA -- Erin Reed Shannon&nbsp;(With Highest Distinction)Post Baccauaureate Certificate in Radiation TherapyBeaver Crossing -- Cacey Vavra&nbsp;(With High Distinction)Bennington -- Alexis Farris&nbsp;(With High Distinction)Kearney -- McKenna Butler&nbsp;(With Distinction)Omaha -- Paige Bishop, Kathleen JohannesmeyerSyracuse -- Logan Teten&nbsp;(With High Distinction)Master of Perfusion ScienceWaldoboro, ME -- Nicholas AndersonHesperia, CA -- Benjamin PowellMaster of Health Professions Teaching &amp; TechnologyKearney -- Alisha WrightMaster of Physician Assistant StudiesNorthport, AL -- Christopher JonesOrlando, FL -- Lauren BentleyCumming, GA -- Tara WalkerHilo, HI -- Zachary HendersonBoise, ID -- Ryan MengesSt. Charles, IL -- Keith WonnebergManhattan, KS -- Cesserie MoyerWaterboro, ME -- Kevin LaRoseCherryville, NC -- Mathew SimmonsGastonia, NC -- Michelle FergusonSummerfield, NC -- Stephen ReidBrooklyn, NY -- Ian MukisaCleveland, OH -- Paul RozmanAnadarko, OK -- Luke BatesRoseburg, OR -- Gloria CalvilloSaint Helens, OR -- Lindsay MartinHome, PA -- Kayla MillerSumter, SC -- Elizabeth BrunsonCrossville, TN -- Nathan TollettSpringfield, TN -- Mercedes WittSan Antonio, TX -- Christopher Blankinship, Samuel Cabrera Jr.Puyallup, WA -- Jeffery LermaSpokane, WA -- Christopher LeBaron

UNMC to award degrees Aug. 14 to 240 students

LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) - A legislative staffer who previously worked as a lobbyist and child advocate has been chosen as Nebraska's next inspector general for child welfare, officials announced Monday.

Jennifer Carter will serve as a legislative watchdog over Nebraska's child welfare services. She currently serves as a staff lawyer for the Legislature's Health and Human Services Committee, and previously worked as a lobbyist and consultant and director of public policy for the group Nebraska Appleseed.

Carter will replace Julie Rogers, who&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/aa7f894a38f21a054275343f11c61a82" target="_blank">was chosen in January</a>&nbsp;to become Nebraska's state ombudsman. She will start in hew new role on Sept. 2.

Lawmakers created the inspector general for Nebraska child welfare in 2012 to add oversight to state child services within the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services. The inspector general conducts independent investigations into child welfare services and reports to the Legislature.

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 </figure>LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) - A legislative staffer who previously worked as a lobbyist and child advocate has been chosen as Nebraska's next inspector general for child welfare, officials announced Monday.Jennifer Carter will serve as a legislative watchdog over Nebraska's child welfare services. She currently serves as a staff lawyer for the Legislature's Health and Human Services Committee, and previously worked as a lobbyist and consultant and director of public policy for the group Nebraska Appleseed.Carter will replace Julie Rogers, who&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/aa7f894a38f21a054275343f11c61a82" target="_blank">was chosen in January</a>&nbsp;to become Nebraska's state ombudsman. She will start in hew new role on Sept. 2.Lawmakers created the inspector general for Nebraska child welfare in 2012 to add oversight to state child services within the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services. The inspector general conducts independent investigations into child welfare services and reports to the Legislature.

Nebraska hires new legislative child welfare watchdog

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NORTH PLATTE, Neb.-Officials with the West Central District Health Department reported five new cases of COVID-19 in Lincoln County on Monday.

All cases are under investigation, according to WCDHD.&nbsp;

There are currently 96 active cases in the WCDHD jurisdiction. There have been 173 confirmed cases since March. With 75 reported as recovered.&nbsp;

NORTH PLATTE, Neb.-Officials with the West Central District Health Department reported five new cases of COVID-19 in Lincoln County on Monday.All cases are under investigation, according to WCDHD.&nbsp;There are currently 96 active cases in the WCDHD jurisdiction. There have been 173 confirmed cases since March. With 75 reported as recovered.&nbsp;<figure>
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News Release US Attorney's Office-Omaha

United States Attorney Joe Kelly announced that Edward Miller, age 44, formerly of Sidney, Nebraska, was sentenced today by Senior United States District Judge Laurie Smith Camp to 33 months’ imprisonment for the disposal of hazardous waste without a permit.&nbsp; There is no parole in the federal system. After his release from the Bureau of Prisons, Miller will serve a three-year term of supervised release.&nbsp; Senior Judge Smith Camp ordered Miller to pay $25,471 in restitution.

The Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) is the primary federal law regulating the generation, treatment, storage, and disposal of hazardous waste. Objectives of the RCRA include, among others things, protection of human health and the environment through stringent regulating guidelines.&nbsp; The disposal of hazardous waste is prohibited except in accordance with a RCRA permit.

An investigation conducted by the EPA Criminal Investigation Division determined that on October 24, 2017, Miller loaded a truck and flatbed trailer with various chemicals, which included pesticides, from a warehouse at Renkoski Property Development located in Sidney, Cheyenne County, Nebraska.&nbsp; The containers of chemicals were hazardous wastes due to their corrosivity and ignitability characteristics.&nbsp; Later that day, Miller drove the truck and flatbed trailer with the hazardous wastes through the District of Nebraska, where defendant, without a RCRA permit, disposed of the hazardous wastes by dumping, spilling, and placing the hazardous wastes at three undeveloped sites along South T Road approximately three miles south of Aurora, Hamilton County, Nebraska.&nbsp;

“The defendant’s disregard for the law created serious human health and environmental hazards,” said Assistant Special Agent in Charge Cate Holston of EPA’s Criminal Investigation Division in Kansas.  “EPA and its law enforcement partners are committed to holding responsible parties accountable for violations that endanger our communities, first responders and the environment.”

This case was investigated by the EPA Criminal Investigation Division.

News Release US Attorney's Office-OmahaUnited States Attorney Joe Kelly announced that Edward Miller, age 44, formerly of Sidney, Nebraska, was sentenced today by Senior United States District Judge Laurie Smith Camp to 33 months’ imprisonment for the disposal of hazardous waste without a permit.&nbsp; There is no parole in the federal system. After his release from the Bureau of Prisons, Miller will serve a three-year term of supervised release.&nbsp; Senior Judge Smith Camp ordered Miller to pay $25,471 in restitution.The Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) is the primary federal law regulating the generation, treatment, storage, and disposal of hazardous waste. Objectives of the RCRA include, among others things, protection of human health and the environment through stringent regulating guidelines.&nbsp; The disposal of hazardous waste is prohibited except in accordance with a RCRA permit.An investigation conducted by the EPA Criminal Investigation Division determined that on October 24, 2017, Miller loaded a truck and flatbed trailer with various chemicals, which included pesticides, from a warehouse at Renkoski Property Development located in Sidney, Cheyenne County, Nebraska.&nbsp; The containers of chemicals were hazardous wastes due to their corrosivity and ignitability characteristics.&nbsp; Later that day, Miller drove the truck and flatbed trailer with the hazardous wastes through the District of Nebraska, where defendant, without a RCRA permit, disposed of the hazardous wastes by dumping, spilling, and placing the hazardous wastes at three undeveloped sites along South T Road approximately three miles south of Aurora, Hamilton County, Nebraska.&nbsp;“The defendant’s disregard for the law created serious human health and environmental hazards,” said Assistant Special Agent in Charge Cate Holston of EPA’s Criminal Investigation Division in Kansas.  “EPA and its law enforcement partners are committed to holding responsible parties accountable for violations that endanger our communities, first responders and the environment.”This case was investigated by the EPA Criminal Investigation Division.

Former Sidney man sentenced for dumping hazardous waste without permit

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North Platte Public Schools has now entered orange in the Master Pandemic Plan and School Playbooks.

Due to the increase in COVID-19 cases in the West Central District Health Department area, and more specifically, North Platte, NPPS will now function in the more stringent category of orange.&nbsp; We encourage families and staff to familiarize themselves with this change in category.&nbsp; Below you will find critical information that will be in effect immediately.

The up to date Master Plan and School Playbooks are located on the NPPSD website at; <a href="http://nppsd.org/" target="_blank">nppsd.org</a>, Quicklinks, COVID-19 Resources, or Student &amp; Parents tab, COVID-19 Resources.

1. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Face Coverings are now required for all staff, students, and approved visitors.&nbsp; Approved visitors are defined as individuals who have gained clearance to be on the premises through the building administrator before arriving at the facility.

2. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Transportation for Madison and Adams will be conducted.&nbsp; Please see the Master Pandemic Plan and School Playbooks for details.

3. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; All volunteer organizations have been suspended until further notice.&nbsp; This includes but is not limited to; PTA, PTO, TeamMates, Foster Grandparents, and RSVP.&nbsp; This suspension includes all NPPS properties both inside and outside of the buildings.

4. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Remote learning is an option through NPPS.&nbsp; Learners choosing this option will be allowed to participate in school activities as long as they meet all NSAA regulations.&nbsp; Please reach out to the activities office at 308-535-3418 with questions about the NSAA regulations.&nbsp; Please reach out to your building administrator to request remote learning as an option for your student/s.

North Platte Public Schools will continue to err on the side of caution as we continue through this ever-changing pandemic.&nbsp; We ask that our community remember we are facing times, unlike anything we have previously endured. We will do so with the advice of our federal, state, and local education and health officials.&nbsp; This does mean that all NPPS plans are subject to change at a moment’s notice.&nbsp; Our goal as a district is to educate our students in a healthy, safe, and supportive environment, all while maintaining a workforce of healthy educators and staff.&nbsp; Additionally, we will take all precautions possible to continue in-person education.

Families are encouraged to reach out to their building administrators with specific questions regarding their student/s

North Platte Public Schools has now entered orange in the Master Pandemic Plan and School Playbooks. Due to the increase in COVID-19 cases in the West Central District Health Department area, and more specifically, North Platte, NPPS will now function in the more stringent category of orange.&nbsp; We encourage families and staff to familiarize themselves with this change in category.&nbsp; Below you will find critical information that will be in effect immediately.The up to date Master Plan and School Playbooks are located on the NPPSD website at; <a href="http://nppsd.org/" target="_blank">nppsd.org</a>, Quicklinks, COVID-19 Resources, or Student &amp; Parents tab, COVID-19 Resources.Updated Protocols:1. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Face Coverings are now required for all staff, students, and approved visitors.&nbsp; Approved visitors are defined as individuals who have gained clearance to be on the premises through the building administrator before arriving at the facility.2. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Transportation for Madison and Adams will be conducted.&nbsp; Please see the Master Pandemic Plan and School Playbooks for details.3. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; All volunteer organizations have been suspended until further notice.&nbsp; This includes but is not limited to; PTA, PTO, TeamMates, Foster Grandparents, and RSVP.&nbsp; This suspension includes all NPPS properties both inside and outside of the buildings.4. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Remote learning is an option through NPPS.&nbsp; Learners choosing this option will be allowed to participate in school activities as long as they meet all NSAA regulations.&nbsp; Please reach out to the activities office at 308-535-3418 with questions about the NSAA regulations.&nbsp; Please reach out to your building administrator to request remote learning as an option for your student/s.North Platte Public Schools will continue to err on the side of caution as we continue through this ever-changing pandemic.&nbsp; We ask that our community remember we are facing times, unlike anything we have previously endured. We will do so with the advice of our federal, state, and local education and health officials.&nbsp; This does mean that all NPPS plans are subject to change at a moment’s notice.&nbsp; Our goal as a district is to educate our students in a healthy, safe, and supportive environment, all while maintaining a workforce of healthy educators and staff.&nbsp; Additionally, we will take all precautions possible to continue in-person education.Families are encouraged to reach out to their building administrators with specific questions regarding their student/s

North Platte Public Schools to require masks for staff, students, visitors

Over the years, Nebraska has decided against allowing casino gambling in the Good Life—and for good reason.&nbsp; Gambling can ruin families, hurt communities, and pile on new costs to the state.&nbsp; By keeping Nebraska casino-free, our state has minimized the social harms associated with problem gambling.&nbsp; In fact, research shows that Nebraska ranks as the fourth-least gambling-addicted state in America.&nbsp;

It’s not just about the rankings.&nbsp; There’s a real human cost to casinos.&nbsp; When thinking about casino gambling, it’s important to remember that the house always wins.&nbsp; The allure of hitting the jackpot overshadows the more common reality of players going broke chasing the dream of winning it all.&nbsp; In 2017, Americans lost $107 billion from all forms of legalized gambling.

These losses are a reflection of one of the sad realities of gambling: It can be a habit-forming and addictive activity.&nbsp; While some gamblers harmlessly lose a little cash, others have a harder time knowing when to stop.&nbsp; Compulsive gamblers get a “high” from gambling that rewires the neural circuitry of the brain much like an addictive drug.&nbsp; As with drug abuse, gambling addiction leads to anti-social and self-destructive behaviors.&nbsp;

Even without casinos, Nebraska already experiences some of the negative impacts from gambling on our communities.&nbsp; The Nebraska Commission on Problem Gambling offers counseling to individuals with gambling disorders and their families through its Gamblers Assistance Program (GAP). &nbsp;From July 1, 2018 to April 30, 2020, GAP provided long-term counseling to 280 Nebraskans.&nbsp; Surveys of these individuals reveal the financial distress and mental health challenges common to problem gamblers.&nbsp; Thirty percent of participants said they had considered suicide in the past year.&nbsp; For those who reported gambling debts, the average amount owed was over $28,000.&nbsp; This nearly equaled the group’s median annual income.&nbsp; Half of those receiving counseling services earned less than $30,000 a year.&nbsp;

Financial crimes aren’t the only negative effects of problem gambling.&nbsp; It shatters relationships and destroys families.&nbsp; Time and money spent gambling can wreck a marriage or lead to child neglect.&nbsp; The financial pressure of gambling losses can also motivate domestic violence or child abuse.&nbsp; Additionally, the stress of gambling debt may trigger anxiety, depression, and behavioral health disorders.&nbsp;

Problem gamblers also hurt our communities when they commit crimes like embezzlement, forgery, and theft to finance their addiction.&nbsp; For example, in 2012 a Nebraska State Senator pled guilty to illegally spending campaign funds at casinos in Kansas.&nbsp; In 2016 a Lincoln pharmacist was sentenced to nine years in prison after defrauding Nebraska’s Medicaid program of $14.4 million.&nbsp; He squandered the money playing craps and blackjack at casinos in Council Bluffs.&nbsp; Also in 2016, a bookkeeper at an Omaha travel agency was arrested for stealing $1.2 million from her employer to cover gambling losses incurred at Iowa casinos.&nbsp;

Many try to argue that we need casino gambling because they say that it would be a financial windfall to the State with no strings attached.&nbsp; This kind of thinking is short-sighted.&nbsp; For every $1 a community gains from casino gambling, it pays $3 in social costs.&nbsp; These costs go toward regulating the casino industry and dealing with the many negative side effects of problem gambling, such as child abuse, spousal abuse, crime, family breakdown, and bankruptcy.&nbsp; Legalizing casinos to improve the state’s budget situation makes about as much financial sense as playing the slots to get rich.&nbsp;&nbsp;

In light of the social costs, it’s also unfair to argue that governments should allow casino gambling in order to generate tax revenues.&nbsp; Low-income Americans disproportionately struggle with problem gambling, and the net outcome of casino gambling is to transfer money from the poor to the rich.&nbsp; The Open Door Mission in Omaha serves many people who are impacted by gambling addictions.&nbsp; In self-disclosed surveys of the homeless people they serve, they have studied the impact of casino gambling.&nbsp; Before casinos came to Council Bluffs, about nine percent of the homeless people they serve came to them due to gambling.&nbsp; After the casinos, about 36 percent of the homeless people they serve disclose that they are experiencing homelessness due to gambling addictions.

As you can see, the harms of gambling are very real.&nbsp; We can all do something about it.&nbsp; By detecting warning signs of problem gambling, Nebraskans can seek help before a gambling disorder spirals out of control.&nbsp; According to GAP, these signs include:

·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Someone betting more than they can afford to lose

·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Gambling more to win back money lost

·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Borrowing money or selling something to gamble

·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Experiencing health or financial problems associated with gambling

·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Feeling guilty about gambling

·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Needing to bet ever-increasing amounts of money to feel the same level of excitement

If you—or someone you love—show signs of having a gambling disorder, please call the State’s 24-hour problem gambling helpline at 1-833-238-6837.&nbsp; There’s no charge to get help, and all calls are confidential.&nbsp; You can also go to the Commission on Problem Gambling’s website at&nbsp;<a href="https://problemgambling.nebraska.gov/" target="_blank">problemgambling.nebraska.gov</a>&nbsp;to learn more about the free counseling services available through the Nebraska Gamblers Assistance Program.

If you have questions about the harms of gambling or any other topics, you can send me an email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:pete.ricketts@nebraska.gov" target="_blank">pete.ricketts@nebraska.gov</a>&nbsp;or call 402-471-2244. &nbsp;

Governor's Weekly ColumnBy Governor Pete RickettsOver the years, Nebraska has decided against allowing casino gambling in the Good Life—and for good reason.&nbsp; Gambling can ruin families, hurt communities, and pile on new costs to the state.&nbsp; By keeping Nebraska casino-free, our state has minimized the social harms associated with problem gambling.&nbsp; In fact, research shows that Nebraska ranks as the fourth-least gambling-addicted state in America.&nbsp;It’s not just about the rankings.&nbsp; There’s a real human cost to casinos.&nbsp; When thinking about casino gambling, it’s important to remember that the house always wins.&nbsp; The allure of hitting the jackpot overshadows the more common reality of players going broke chasing the dream of winning it all.&nbsp; In 2017, Americans lost $107 billion from all forms of legalized gambling.These losses are a reflection of one of the sad realities of gambling: It can be a habit-forming and addictive activity.&nbsp; While some gamblers harmlessly lose a little cash, others have a harder time knowing when to stop.&nbsp; Compulsive gamblers get a “high” from gambling that rewires the neural circuitry of the brain much like an addictive drug.&nbsp; As with drug abuse, gambling addiction leads to anti-social and self-destructive behaviors.&nbsp;Even without casinos, Nebraska already experiences some of the negative impacts from gambling on our communities.&nbsp; The Nebraska Commission on Problem Gambling offers counseling to individuals with gambling disorders and their families through its Gamblers Assistance Program (GAP). &nbsp;From July 1, 2018 to April 30, 2020, GAP provided long-term counseling to 280 Nebraskans.&nbsp; Surveys of these individuals reveal the financial distress and mental health challenges common to problem gamblers.&nbsp; Thirty percent of participants said they had considered suicide in the past year.&nbsp; For those who reported gambling debts, the average amount owed was over $28,000.&nbsp; This nearly equaled the group’s median annual income.&nbsp; Half of those receiving counseling services earned less than $30,000 a year.&nbsp;Financial crimes aren’t the only negative effects of problem gambling.&nbsp; It shatters relationships and destroys families.&nbsp; Time and money spent gambling can wreck a marriage or lead to child neglect.&nbsp; The financial pressure of gambling losses can also motivate domestic violence or child abuse.&nbsp; Additionally, the stress of gambling debt may trigger anxiety, depression, and behavioral health disorders.&nbsp;Problem gamblers also hurt our communities when they commit crimes like embezzlement, forgery, and theft to finance their addiction.&nbsp; For example, in 2012 a Nebraska State Senator pled guilty to illegally spending campaign funds at casinos in Kansas.&nbsp; In 2016 a Lincoln pharmacist was sentenced to nine years in prison after defrauding Nebraska’s Medicaid program of $14.4 million.&nbsp; He squandered the money playing craps and blackjack at casinos in Council Bluffs.&nbsp; Also in 2016, a bookkeeper at an Omaha travel agency was arrested for stealing $1.2 million from her employer to cover gambling losses incurred at Iowa casinos.&nbsp;Many try to argue that we need casino gambling because they say that it would be a financial windfall to the State with no strings attached.&nbsp; This kind of thinking is short-sighted.&nbsp; For every $1 a community gains from casino gambling, it pays $3 in social costs.&nbsp; These costs go toward regulating the casino industry and dealing with the many negative side effects of problem gambling, such as child abuse, spousal abuse, crime, family breakdown, and bankruptcy.&nbsp; Legalizing casinos to improve the state’s budget situation makes about as much financial sense as playing the slots to get rich.&nbsp;&nbsp;In light of the social costs, it’s also unfair to argue that governments should allow casino gambling in order to generate tax revenues.&nbsp; Low-income Americans disproportionately struggle with problem gambling, and the net outcome of casino gambling is to transfer money from the poor to the rich.&nbsp; The Open Door Mission in Omaha serves many people who are impacted by gambling addictions.&nbsp; In self-disclosed surveys of the homeless people they serve, they have studied the impact of casino gambling.&nbsp; Before casinos came to Council Bluffs, about nine percent of the homeless people they serve came to them due to gambling.&nbsp; After the casinos, about 36 percent of the homeless people they serve disclose that they are experiencing homelessness due to gambling addictions.As you can see, the harms of gambling are very real.&nbsp; We can all do something about it.&nbsp; By detecting warning signs of problem gambling, Nebraskans can seek help before a gambling disorder spirals out of control.&nbsp; According to GAP, these signs include:·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Someone betting more than they can afford to lose·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Gambling more to win back money lost·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Borrowing money or selling something to gamble·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Experiencing health or financial problems associated with gambling·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Feeling guilty about gambling·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Needing to bet ever-increasing amounts of money to feel the same level of excitementIf you—or someone you love—show signs of having a gambling disorder, please call the State’s 24-hour problem gambling helpline at 1-833-238-6837.&nbsp; There’s no charge to get help, and all calls are confidential.&nbsp; You can also go to the Commission on Problem Gambling’s website at&nbsp;<a href="https://problemgambling.nebraska.gov/" target="_blank">problemgambling.nebraska.gov</a>&nbsp;to learn more about the free counseling services available through the Nebraska Gamblers Assistance Program.If you have questions about the harms of gambling or any other topics, you can send me an email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:pete.ricketts@nebraska.gov" target="_blank">pete.ricketts@nebraska.gov</a>&nbsp;or call 402-471-2244. &nbsp;

Gov. Ricketts: Gambling with the Good Life-A losing bet

🎥 Public Health Command Center Update from North Platte (August 10, 2020)

Marriage Licenses’ for July 27, 2020 – August 7, 2020

Wesley M Kraft, 32, North Platte and Pamela R Edwards, 30, North Platte

Colton D Thomas, 25, North Platte and Samantha J Osborn, 25, North Platte

Austin J Myers, 24, Stapleton and Delynn K Aden, 26, North Platte

Raymond A Olson, 68, North Platte and Phyllis R McEntee

Alec S Trobaugh, 22, North Platte and Katrina M Otte, 36, North Platte

David S Boscoe, 27, North Platte and Lindsi N Orr, 24, North Platte

Matthew O Frosh, 48, Hershey and Shelley A Shore, 47, Hershey

Austin J Colton, &nbsp;20, North Platte and Floymae I Foust, 20, North Platte

Marriage Licenses’ for July 27, 2020 – August 7, 2020Wesley M Kraft, 32, North Platte and Pamela R Edwards, 30, North PlatteColton D Thomas, 25, North Platte and Samantha J Osborn, 25, North PlatteAustin J Myers, 24, Stapleton and Delynn K Aden, 26, North PlatteRaymond A Olson, 68, North Platte and Phyllis R McEnteeAlec S Trobaugh, 22, North Platte and Katrina M Otte, 36, North PlatteDavid S Boscoe, 27, North Platte and Lindsi N Orr, 24, North PlatteMatthew O Frosh, 48, Hershey and Shelley A Shore, 47, HersheyAustin J Colton, &nbsp;20, North Platte and Floymae I Foust, 20, North Platte

Lincoln County Marriage Licenses

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North Platte Police Call Log (August 7-10, 2020)

LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) - Nebraska's public and private colleges are forging ahead with plans to resume in-person classes this month but will take new steps to prevent the spread of the coronavirus, top administrators said Monday.

Representatives for Nebraska's three state colleges and 13 private colleges said students will see socially distanced classrooms, less strict attendance policies and mask mandates on campuses throughout the state. Colleges are also planning on-campus temperature screenings.

"Overall, I'm extremely optimistic that we're going to do the right things," said Paul Turman, chancellor of the Nebraska State College System.

The system includes the publicly funded Chadron, Peru and Wayne State Colleges. The University of Nebraska, which is separate from the state colleges, outlined&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/9da51a2b924473e7f318424205d99a73" target="_blank">similar plans</a>&nbsp;for its fall classes last month.

Turman said the state colleges are adopting a less strict attendance policy this coming semester, and won't penalize students for not coming to class. Classes are also starting in mid-August, a week earlier than normal, and the semester is set to end just before Thanksgiving.

Nebraska Wesleyan University President Darrin Good said his school is imposing strict mask requirements on campus and reducing the number of desks in classrooms to try to keep the virus from spreading. Good said the private university in Lincoln is working with local health departments to provide coronavirus tests when needed.

He said most students have voiced support for the decision to revert back to in-person classes after the switch to online-only earlier this year.

"Having students come back for face-to-face classes and that campus experience is absolutely essential," he said.

Gov. Pete Ricketts said state officials will use contract tracing on any students who test positive for the virus to determine who may have been exposed on campus.

Nebraska officials have confirmed 28,432 coronavirus cases and 345 deaths since the pandemic began, although the actual number is likely higher because some people haven't gotten tested. A total of 302,926 people have been tested so far, and state officials confirmed 187 new cases on Sunday.

For most people, the coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms that clear up in two to three weeks. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness.

Nebraska currently has 41% of its hospital beds available and 82% of its ventilators available, according to the state's&nbsp;<a href="https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/ece0db09da4d4ca68252c3967aa1e9dd" target="_blank">online tracking portal</a>.

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By GRANT SCHULTE-Associated Press LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) - Nebraska's public and private colleges are forging ahead with plans to resume in-person classes this month but will take new steps to prevent the spread of the coronavirus, top administrators said Monday.Representatives for Nebraska's three state colleges and 13 private colleges said students will see socially distanced classrooms, less strict attendance policies and mask mandates on campuses throughout the state. Colleges are also planning on-campus temperature screenings."Overall, I'm extremely optimistic that we're going to do the right things," said Paul Turman, chancellor of the Nebraska State College System.The system includes the publicly funded Chadron, Peru and Wayne State Colleges. The University of Nebraska, which is separate from the state colleges, outlined&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/9da51a2b924473e7f318424205d99a73" target="_blank">similar plans</a>&nbsp;for its fall classes last month.Turman said the state colleges are adopting a less strict attendance policy this coming semester, and won't penalize students for not coming to class. Classes are also starting in mid-August, a week earlier than normal, and the semester is set to end just before Thanksgiving.Nebraska Wesleyan University President Darrin Good said his school is imposing strict mask requirements on campus and reducing the number of desks in classrooms to try to keep the virus from spreading. Good said the private university in Lincoln is working with local health departments to provide coronavirus tests when needed.He said most students have voiced support for the decision to revert back to in-person classes after the switch to online-only earlier this year."Having students come back for face-to-face classes and that campus experience is absolutely essential," he said.Gov. Pete Ricketts said state officials will use contract tracing on any students who test positive for the virus to determine who may have been exposed on campus.Nebraska officials have confirmed 28,432 coronavirus cases and 345 deaths since the pandemic began, although the actual number is likely higher because some people haven't gotten tested. A total of 302,926 people have been tested so far, and state officials confirmed 187 new cases on Sunday.For most people, the coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms that clear up in two to three weeks. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness.Nebraska currently has 41% of its hospital beds available and 82% of its ventilators available, according to the state's&nbsp;<a href="https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/ece0db09da4d4ca68252c3967aa1e9dd" target="_blank">online tracking portal</a>.___Follow Grant Schulte on Twitter:&nbsp;<a href="https://twitter.com/GrantSchulte" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/GrantSchulte</a>

Nebraska's public, private colleges gear up for school year

LINCOLN, Neb. (PSC)-The Nebraska Public Service Commission (PSC) would like to remind residents in the telephone exchanges of Oshkosh, Lewellen and Chappell that the PSC will hold a&nbsp;<a href="https://www.nebraska.gov/psc/orders/telecom/2020-06-16%20C-5037%20PI-223%20Order%20Setting%20Hearing.pdf" target="_blank">hearing</a>&nbsp;beginning at 12:30 p.m. (MDT), Wednesday, August 19, at the Oshkosh Auditorium, 600 W. 2nd&nbsp;Street, in Oshkosh. This is the second hearing by the Commission to investigate wireline service quality issues.

During the first hearing held on April 19, 2019, the Commission received testimony and exhibits from 12 CenturyLink subscribers explaining various issues they had with CenturyLink wireline service. CenturyLink also provided testimony in response during the 2019 hearing and committed to working with the Commission and the subscribers to resolve wireline issues.

The Commission has determined a second hearing should be held to explore whether the issues have been resolved and whether there are any other wireline service quality issues consumers in the Oshkosh, Lewellen and Chappell telephone exchanges are experiencing.

“During our first hearing we heard from citizens about unburied cables, along with service quality and customer service issues,” said Commission Chair Mary Ridder. “If additional issues remain, we are hoping subscribers will come and share their concerns with us.”&nbsp;

LINCOLN, Neb. (PSC)-The Nebraska Public Service Commission (PSC) would like to remind residents in the telephone exchanges of Oshkosh, Lewellen and Chappell that the PSC will hold a&nbsp;<a href="https://www.nebraska.gov/psc/orders/telecom/2020-06-16%20C-5037%20PI-223%20Order%20Setting%20Hearing.pdf" target="_blank">hearing</a>&nbsp;beginning at 12:30 p.m. (MDT), Wednesday, August 19, at the Oshkosh Auditorium, 600 W. 2nd&nbsp;Street, in Oshkosh. This is the second hearing by the Commission to investigate wireline service quality issues.During the first hearing held on April 19, 2019, the Commission received testimony and exhibits from 12 CenturyLink subscribers explaining various issues they had with CenturyLink wireline service. CenturyLink also provided testimony in response during the 2019 hearing and committed to working with the Commission and the subscribers to resolve wireline issues.The Commission has determined a second hearing should be held to explore whether the issues have been resolved and whether there are any other wireline service quality issues consumers in the Oshkosh, Lewellen and Chappell telephone exchanges are experiencing.“During our first hearing we heard from citizens about unburied cables, along with service quality and customer service issues,” said Commission Chair Mary Ridder. “If additional issues remain, we are hoping subscribers will come and share their concerns with us.”&nbsp;

Public Service Commission reminds Garden, Deuel County residents of Aug. 18 hearing

There are no new arrests to report for August 10, 2020. Click the link below to view past Hot Sheets.

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The Hot Sheets (8.10.20): Just Missed Them

NORTH PLATTE, Neb.-The West Central District Health Department reported 13 new positive cases of COVID 19 in Lincoln County on Sunday.

There have now been 168 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the WCDHD jurisdiction since March. 70 of those cases are considered recovered. There were two deaths early in the outbreak.

The Post has spoken to numerous people anonymously who have tested positive and all report being asymptomatic or report having very mild symptoms.&nbsp;

9 of the cases are from 8/8/2020 (total of 27 positives for this date) 4 of the cases are from today 8/9/2020

8 of the cases are close contacts, 4 are under investigation, and 1 is travel related.

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NORTH PLATTE, Neb.-The West Central District Health Department reported 13 new positive cases of COVID 19 in Lincoln County on Sunday.There have now been 168 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the WCDHD jurisdiction since March. 70 of those cases are considered recovered. There were two deaths early in the outbreak.The Post has spoken to numerous people anonymously who have tested positive and all report being asymptomatic or report having very mild symptoms.&nbsp;From WCDHD:9 of the cases are from 8/8/2020 (total of 27 positives for this date) 4 of the cases are from today 8/9/20208 of the cases are close contacts, 4 are under investigation, and 1 is travel related.<a href="https://public.tableau.com/profile/sydney.keller5172…">WCDHD Dashboard</a><figure>
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13 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 reported in Lincoln County on Sunday

Meeting
of the Lincoln County Board of Commissioners to be held on August 10,
2020 at the Lincoln County Courthouse in the Commissioners Room at
9:00 A.M.

Meeting
of the Lincoln County Board of Equalization to be held on August 10,
2020 at the Lincoln County Courthouse in the Commissioners Room at
9:15 A.M.

2.	Approve
minutes regarding the Lincoln County Board of Commissioners meeting

Recess
as the Lincoln County Board of Commissioners and convene as the
Lincoln County Board of Equalization.

4.	9:15
A.M.	Discuss and consider the following:

Adjourn
or recess to time certain as the Lincoln County Board of Equalization
and reconvene as the Lincoln County Board of Commissioners.

5.	9:30
A.M.	Susan Maline, CPA, to present the 2020-2021 Preliminary Lincoln
County

6.	9:45
A.M.	Presentation by Kim Schroll from NebraskaLand National Bank on
the

7.	10:00
A.M.	Quarterly Report by Region 51 Emergency Management

	Discuss
and consider appointing Brandon Myers as the authorized
representative

	for
The county of Lincoln, for the federally declared disaster #4521


8.	10:15
A.M.	Discuss and consider options concerning the Blue Cross/Blue
Shield health/dental insurance billing cycle for current non-union
employees

  Hear
concerns from Elected Officials, Department Heads, and their
representative

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OF HEARING AND AGENDAMonday,
August 10, 2020Meeting
of the Lincoln County Board of Commissioners to be held on August 10,
2020 at the Lincoln County Courthouse in the Commissioners Room at
9:00 A.M.Meeting
of the Lincoln County Board of Equalization to be held on August 10,
2020 at the Lincoln County Courthouse in the Commissioners Room at
9:15 A.M.1.	Open
with prayer2.	Approve
minutes regarding the Lincoln County Board of Commissioners meeting	held
August 3, 20203.	Consider
the following:<ul>
 <li>Claims
	&amp; Treasurer’s Receipts
	</li><li>Receive
	and order filed the fee reports submitted by the County Sheriff,
	Clerk of District Court and Register of Deeds
	</li><li>Adoption
	of a resolution directing the County Treasurer to issue tax sale
	certificates to Lincoln County on parcels which there are two (2)
	years delinquent taxes or special assessments and presentation of
	annual delinquent tax report 
	
</li>
 </ul>Recess
as the Lincoln County Board of Commissioners and convene as the
Lincoln County Board of Equalization.4.	9:15
A.M.	Discuss and consider the following:<ul>
 <li>Approve
	minutes regarding the Lincoln County Board of Equalization meeting
</li>
 </ul>held
on August 3, 2020<ul>
 <li>Certificates
	of correction and refund as submitted by the County Assessor	
</li>
 </ul>Adjourn
or recess to time certain as the Lincoln County Board of Equalization
and reconvene as the Lincoln County Board of Commissioners.5.	9:30
A.M.	Susan Maline, CPA, to present the 2020-2021 Preliminary Lincoln
County	Budget6.	9:45
A.M.	Presentation by Kim Schroll from NebraskaLand National Bank on
the	Single
Bank Pooled Collateral Program7.	10:00
A.M.	Quarterly Report by Region 51 Emergency Management	Discuss
and consider appointing Brandon Myers as the authorized
representative	for
The county of Lincoln, for the federally declared disaster #4521
8.	10:15
A.M.	Discuss and consider options concerning the Blue Cross/Blue
Shield health/dental insurance billing cycle for current non-union
employees Hear
concerns from Elected Officials, Department Heads, and their
representative								Rebecca
J. Rossell								Lincoln
County Clerk

Lincoln County Board of Commissioners Agenda (August 10, 2020)

NORTH PLATTE, Neb.-Health officials reported 23 new cases of COVID-19 in the West Central District Health Department Jurisdiction on Saturday.

"The most important message that we have for our community right now is to practice social distancing and wear face coverings," WCDHD officials say.

23 new positive cases in the WCDHD jurisdiction.

1 of the cases is from 8/6/2020 4 of the cases are from 8/7/2020 18 of the cases are from today (8/8/2020)

1 of the cases is from Logan County. This is the first case for Logan County.

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NORTH PLATTE, Neb.-Health officials reported 23 new cases of COVID-19 in the West Central District Health Department Jurisdiction on Saturday."The most important message that we have for our community right now is to practice social distancing and wear face coverings," WCDHD officials say.23 new positive cases in the WCDHD jurisdiction.1 of the cases is from 8/6/2020 4 of the cases are from 8/7/2020 18 of the cases are from today (8/8/2020)1 of the cases is from Logan County. This is the first case for Logan County.22 of the cases are from Lincoln CountyWCDHD <a href="https://public.tableau.com/profile/sydney.keller5172…">Dashboard:&nbsp;</a><figure>
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WCDHD reports 23 new cases of COVID-19 on Saturday

NORTH PLATTE, Neb.-While Nebraskaland Days has announced the cancelation of remaining events, the Nebraskaland Days Art Show at the Prairie Arts Center is still open for viewing.

The show at PAC, 416 North Jeffers Street, will be open to the public Tuesday through Saturday from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm throughout the month of August.&nbsp;

The artists' award reception will be held virtually via Facebook on Monday, August 10 at 6:00 pm on the PAC <a href="https://www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=prairie%20arts%20center&amp;epa=SEARCH_BOX">Facebook </a>page.&nbsp;

The public is invited to join PAC for both the in-person viewing and the virtual artists' reception.

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Nebraskaland Days Art Show still open to the public

NORTH PLATTE, Neb.-One of North Platte's summer hot spots for ice cream and other goodies has closed due to a possible staff exposure to COVID-19.

Cody Park Rides and Concessions didn't release any further information, other than a post on their Facebook page on Saturday saying they were closing immediately due to the possible exposure.

We will have more details if and when they become available.

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Cody Park Rides and Concessions closed due to possible COVID-19 exposure

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COZAD, Neb.-The Cozad Chamber of Commerce Civic Affairs Committee met today to discuss the possibility of having Bands, Brews &amp; BBQ’s on September 19th. 

 Due to the elevated level of COVID-19 cases in Dawson County and with remaining in Phase 3 of the Directed Health Measures, it was decided that we cancel Bands, Brews &amp; BBQ’s for 2020. 

The Cozad Chamber of Commerce is looking forward to having Bands, Brews &amp; BBQ’s on Saturday, July 10th, 2021.

News ReleaseCOZAD, Neb.-The Cozad Chamber of Commerce Civic Affairs Committee met today to discuss the possibility of having Bands, Brews &amp; BBQ’s on September 19th. Due to the elevated level of COVID-19 cases in Dawson County and with remaining in Phase 3 of the Directed Health Measures, it was decided that we cancel Bands, Brews &amp; BBQ’s for 2020. The Cozad Chamber of Commerce is looking forward to having Bands, Brews &amp; BBQ’s on Saturday, July 10th, 2021.

Cozad's 'Bands, Brews & BBQ's' canceled for 2020

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North Platte Police Call Log (August 6-7, 2020)

LINCOLN –&nbsp;Today, Governor Pete Ricketts announced that he has signed LB 832 into law. &nbsp;LB 832, introduced by Senator Bruce Bostelman of Brainard, gives legal protection to “good Samaritans” who forcibly enter a locked vehicle to rescue an endangered child. &nbsp;For instance, it provides immunity from civil liability for someone who breaks a window to save a baby stranded in a hot car.

“When Nebraskans see a child stranded in a hot car, we want them to take action,” said Gov. Ricketts.&nbsp; “Senator Bostelman’s bill protects Good Samaritans who do what’s needed to rescue a child in danger.”

“It’s heartbreaking whenever a child is lost from heatstroke after being trapped in a hot vehicle,” said Senator Bostelman.&nbsp; “LB 832 raises awareness about these tragedies and empowers Nebraskans to respond when necessary to save a life.”

The National Safety Council has launched a “Look before You Lock!” campaign to prevent vehicular heatstroke.&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nsc.org%2FPortals%2F0%2FDocuments%2FNSCDocuments_Advocacy%2Fchild%2520passenger%2520safety%2Flook-before-you-lock.pdf%3Fver%3D2019-03-26-174604-417&amp;data=02%7C01%7Ccio.webmstr%40nebraska.gov%7Caa83fd00fa9f46aac9a608d83ae0f89a%7C043207dfe6894bf6902001038f11f0b1%7C0%7C0%7C637324085197376262&amp;sdata=Ex%2FIW2ScFfPsib6eiUW6nReIEfSwXnFEy%2FXHjEmGhWk%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">Click here</a>&nbsp;to view a list of simple actions that can help keep children safe.

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 </figure>LINCOLN –&nbsp;Today, Governor Pete Ricketts announced that he has signed LB 832 into law. &nbsp;LB 832, introduced by Senator Bruce Bostelman of Brainard, gives legal protection to “good Samaritans” who forcibly enter a locked vehicle to rescue an endangered child. &nbsp;For instance, it provides immunity from civil liability for someone who breaks a window to save a baby stranded in a hot car.“When Nebraskans see a child stranded in a hot car, we want them to take action,” said Gov. Ricketts.&nbsp; “Senator Bostelman’s bill protects Good Samaritans who do what’s needed to rescue a child in danger.”“It’s heartbreaking whenever a child is lost from heatstroke after being trapped in a hot vehicle,” said Senator Bostelman.&nbsp; “LB 832 raises awareness about these tragedies and empowers Nebraskans to respond when necessary to save a life.”The National Safety Council has launched a “Look before You Lock!” campaign to prevent vehicular heatstroke.&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nsc.org%2FPortals%2F0%2FDocuments%2FNSCDocuments_Advocacy%2Fchild%2520passenger%2520safety%2Flook-before-you-lock.pdf%3Fver%3D2019-03-26-174604-417&amp;data=02%7C01%7Ccio.webmstr%40nebraska.gov%7Caa83fd00fa9f46aac9a608d83ae0f89a%7C043207dfe6894bf6902001038f11f0b1%7C0%7C0%7C637324085197376262&amp;sdata=Ex%2FIW2ScFfPsib6eiUW6nReIEfSwXnFEy%2FXHjEmGhWk%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">Click here</a>&nbsp;to view a list of simple actions that can help keep children safe.

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