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LINCOLN – As floor debate approaches for the controversial LB 646, a bill proposing to exempt feedlots under the Nebraska Livestock Brand Act at the expense of cow calf producers, Senator Storer introduces AM 810 to LB 646. Citing the lack of sufficient input from the cow-calf industry and the Brand Committee, Senator Storer’s compromise highlights the importance of livestock inspection in protecting Nebraska's leading cash commodity, the cattle industry.

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On Sunday, March 23, a large crowd of Legion members, Auxiliary members and friends gathered at the Legion Hall as the American Legion Auxiliary Unit #59 of Callaway hosted a birthday party to celebrate the National American Legion’s 106th birthday.

Clayton and Meghan G’Schwind of Callaway announce the birth of a son on March 20, 2025, at Gothenburg Health. William Douglas G’Schwind was born at 9:47 weighing 6 pounds 8 ounces and measuring 19.75 inches in length. William is welcomed home by a brother, Wade Henry G’Schwind.

There are currently two proposed bills being reviewed by the Nebraska Legislature which could change how we tell time in our state moving forward. I have been doing a lot of contemplating on the issue in recent weeks, trying to decide which one I would be more in favor of - Daylight Saving Time or Central Standard Time - all the time.

Trisha Hewitt and Duane Childs of Cozad announce the birth of a son on March 18, 2025, at Gothenburg Health. Tate William Childs was born at 11:51 a.m. weighing 7 pounds 8.5 ounces. Tate is welcomed home by brothers Kye Hewitt and Chris Childs, and sister Siara Matthiessen. Grandparents are Jane and Duane Childs, and Chris and Tamie Hewitt. Great-grandparents are Lillie Corder and Charlotte Hewitt.

The Jazz Age was in full swing, Mount Rushmore National Monument was dedicated, the Phantom of the Opera was a new hit, and The Great Gatsby was written. The year was 1925, and along with all of those highlights, it was the year that Charles Myers was born.

Yep, spring has arrived. I didn’t need a calendar; I saw proof of it in my back yard.

District 43, I’m pleased to share the latest updates from the Capitol with you. It’s been a fast-paced and productive week, and as always, keeping you informed about the work being done remains a priority.

Graduation day for the 15 members of the Callaway High School Class of 2025 is a little more than six weeks away. For the next few weeks we will be spotlighting each of those seniors in the Courier, leading up to our special Senior Salutes edition on May 8.