Green grass, garden produce plentiful in western Nebraska this summer

By Julie Spickelmier of Wauneta, Neb.
Aug 1, 2025
Aug 1, 2025

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The summer days are flying by. As some endings are drawing near, new beginnings are on the horizon. In the meantime, the kids and their projects are trying their best to keep us healthy.

PPR Spickelmier 1.jpg — Waycee has had a good summer of gardening.
Submitted photo

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PPR Spickelmier 2.jpg — Charlee works hair on the stocker feeders.
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PPR Spickelmier 3.jpg — Cattle, corn and green grass. Southwestern Nebraska looks pretty good this summer!
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