June 2016 - Northwest Rural Public Power District

Hay Springs, NE 69347
June 2016
Locally Owned Furniture Store Offers Large Variety
The furniture business has pretty much been a
way of life for Jo Hill the past 32 years, although
she studied horticulture and worked in newsprint
management for three newspapers. She and her
late husband Tyson purchased Tom & Jerry’s
Furniture in 1985 in Hastings. “We bought Freed’s
Fine Furnishings in downtown Chadron in 1997
and then built the new building south of Wal Mart
in 2002,” said Hill.
“In the late 70s we lived in Chadron and Tyson
commuted to Alliance for Burlington Northern, we
were saving for our own business and Doug Bruce
mentioned he needed a partner for Tom & Jerry’s
in Hastings.” The partnership dissolved and Tyson
kept the Chadron location because he loved the
area and the people in the community.
The Hills operated the store together until
Tyson’s sudden death in 2010. “Weathering the
waves of sadness — and building a new life withJo Hill, owner of Bruce-Hill Furniture, located just south of
out Tyson — was the biggest challenge I’ve ever Wal-Mart.
faced,” explained Hill. “I was able to take time in
family and travel. “Angela has remained keenly aware
my life when our daughter, Tashia, stepped up and ran the
that no matter what furniture we sell or the services we
business for me for three months. Tyson ran a very tight
provide, it starts with people,” said Hill. “We have a great
ship with his business so stepping in was easy; filling his
crew on board, from the start of a sale to the final delivery
shoes was a different story. He had lots of furniture friends
with Vickie Fritzler and Pete Baumgarten on the sales
we would come to know as the Bruce Hill Furniture famifloor and Joe Bracha and Steve Marr on delivery.
ly.”
Hill’s granddaughter, Sophie, also helps promote the
Today, because of her right hand person, Angela
furniture
business. Now 13, she has been cutting comMartinez, Hill can now take more time away to be with her
mericals for her grandma’s business since she was very
young.
Bruce Hill Furniture carries a large selection of name
brand furniture including: LaZBoy, Broyhill, Lane, Best
Craft, Best Home Furnishings, Flexsteel, Ashley
Furniture, Serta, Liberty, Spring Air, Wolfcraft, Sunny
Designs to name a few.
If you can’t find the perfect piece of furniture on the
floor, special orders are welcome. “Special orders are a
big part of our business. It depends on the company’s
production line as to how long it will be ready to ship.
Some take three weeks, others take eight weeks,” said
Hill.
Once you have selected your home furnishings,
Bruce-Hill offers free delivery within a 60 mile radius.
Bruce Hill offers a large selection of recliners and
“However, we have delivered in all surrounding states,”
if you can’t find just the right one, they can most likeadded Hill.
ly order the perfect one for you.
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Bruce-Hill Furniture-(Continued from Page 1)
The Hills have two children. Their son Jason lives in
Lincoln where he owns a pest control business in the
Lincoln area with his wife Jenny and their daughter
Sophie. Hill’s daughter, Tashia, is a senior auditor for a
major banking company and lives in Milwaukee, Wisc. with
her husband Ray.
In Hill’s spare time she loves to travel especially to
visit her children, however last year she took it a step further. “I bought an Airstream camper trailer last year. I
drove out to California with my Golden Retriever and
brought it back and it’s truly been riveting,” said Hill. Her
retriever’s name is Alpha so she named her new trailer
AlphaStream. “Sophie, Alpha and I made our maiden voyage to Wyoming, Colorado back to Nebraska and then to
Iowa, Illinois and Wisconsin.” This year her plans are to
boondock off the grid in Colorado and make another trip to
the Pacific Coast, mainly the Oregon area with family and
friends.
While she’s traveling around, she still keeps the furniture store in mind and pops into a furniture store here and
there to see how they do things differently than she does
to bring back ideas with her.
“I hope folks realize they don’t have to drive hours or
One of the last Hill family photos of Tyson and Jo
Hill with their children, Tashia and Jason.
The Bruce-Hill Furniture “family”, front row from
left, Joe Covalt, Pete Baumgarten, Steve Marr; back,
Angela Martinez, Joe Bracha and Vickie Fritzler.
Insert: Jo Hill, owner.
even hundreds of miles to find quality furniture,” noted
Hill.
“Stop in and browse the store, we have so much to
look at, you will definitely find something that shouts out
“that’s me! I’ve got to have it.”
Customers don’t have to worry about a high-pressure
sales person bugging you as you look, that doesn’t happen at Bruce Hill. “Enjoy BHF delivery service with placement exactly where you want it. They will even remove
your old furniture. We’re always getting in new furniture,”
said Hill.
And when she isn’t at the store or traveling, she puts
her horticulture expertise to work in her lawn and garden.
“I have a passion for vegetable gardening and trying new
plants in the landscape so as long as the grasshoppers
stay at bay I will continue,” laughed Hill. “ I grow my own
hops for home beer brewing and hope to squeeze in a few
beer fests a long the way,” she ended.
Bruce-Hill Furniture is open Monday thru Friday, from
9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Saturdays 9 a.m. to 5 p.m..They
typically have extended hours during the holiday seasons. Also, to see some of what Bruce Hill offers, visit:
BRUCEHILLCHADRON.COM. For more information, call
308-432-5536 or 1-800-682-5106.
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NORTHWEST RURAL NEWS
Along The Garden Path
How About Those Dandelions?
Everywhere you go this year, the topic seems to be
about the massive number of dandelions that we have.
They seem to have overwintered extremely well. A
friend asked me if I could
convince people that they
are beautiful. Ask any toddler carrying a bouquet to
mom and the child will tell
you that they are beautiful.
Dandelion is most
often thought of as a pesky
weed that likes to take over
our lawn and gardens, golf
courses and meadows; however, they are an excellent food
and herbal medicine. There are plenty of reasons why we
should like the dandelion.
First of all, dandelions are the first food source for the
bees and many of the birds. I watched a group of small Lark
Sparrows joyfully eating the seeds on a white puffy dandelion head last week. They would try to walk up the stalk
which would push it down - and then, they would eat the
seeds. Really quite comical! The bees have a difficult time
in early spring to find enough food and dandelions serve to
be a real asset. We need more dandelions!
Second, dandelion has a very rich source of betacarotene which we convert into Vitamin A. It is also rich in
Vitamin C, fiber, potassium, magnesium, zinc and phosphorus. Dandelion also contains the B complex vitamins, trace
minerals, organic sodium and Vitamin D. It has more protein
than spinach and has been eaten for thousands of years as
a healthy food source.
Medicinally, people have used the dandelion to treat
anemia, scurvy, skin problems, blood disorders and depression. Dandelion acts as a mild laxative that promotes digestion, stimulates appetite, and balances the natural and beneficial bacteria in the intestines. It can increase the release
of stomach acid and bile to aid digestion, especially of fats.
Kidney - This weed-like 'superfood' is a diuretic that
helps the kidneys clear out waste, salt, and excess water by
increasing urine production. This inhibits microbial growth in
the urinary system too. Dandelion also replaces some of the
potassium lost in the process.
Antioxidants - Every part of the dandelion plant is rich in
antioxidants that prevent free-radical damage to cells and
DNA, slowing down aging process in our cells.
Harvesting & Using Dandelion
Due to potential pesticides and pollutants, I only recommend harvesting dandelion from your lawn if you live away
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-by Karen Runkle, Master Gardener
from high traffic areas and are certain the lawn hasn't been
sprayed in several years.
Dandelion greens taste best when using the small,
young leaves - note that these leaves show up before
the telltale flowers. By the time the yellow flowers have
arrived, the leaves are large and bitter. Dandelion
greens can be added raw to salads or sautéed with a little garlic and oil. Alternatively, they can be hung upside
down until the leaves are dry and then stored for up to a
year for use in tea.
The root has great medicinal properties as well as the
leaves. If you are after dandelion root, look for the
largest plants. I've found it easiest to harvest the roots
after a rainfall when the ground is still soft and the roots
come out whole. To improve the flavor of the roots, roast
them in 200 degrees for an hour or two until they have
browned. You may then grind them up using a high-powered
blender or coffee grinder. Store the powder in an airtight
glass jar for up to six months. Add your powdered blend to
smoothies or make a cup of coffee following the directions
below. The roasted root tastes a bit like coffee and chocolate.
Roasted Dandelion Root "Coffee"
Add 1-2 tablespoons to almond or coconut milk along
with a dash of stevia. Blend and pour over ice for a delicious
natural and highly therapeutic iced beverage……..Or steep
1 to 2 tablespoons of roasted dandelion grounds in 1 cup of
hot water for hot dandelion coffee.
If you prefer not to harvest your own dandelion roots,
you might opt for dandelion teas or powders from a health
food store.
So, as you look across your field at the dandelions this
year, you can either consider it a curse or a blessing of a
bountiful crop of healthy living. It depends upon whether you
think "your cup is half-full or half-empty."
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NORTHWEST RPPD NEWS
NRPPD Featured Employee: Tyler Potts
Editor’s Note: Over the course of this next year,
Northwest Rural will feature their employees.
Tyler Potts,
Journeyman
Tyler Potts joined Northwest Rural Public Power
District crew seven years ago this month on June 4, 2009.
Potts was born in Norfolk, Neb. and moved to
Hartington in 1991 where he graduated from high school
in 2006. He enrolled in Northeast Community College in
Norfolk where he graduated in 2009.
Prior moving to Hay Springs, Potts was employed at a
Tyler Potts
well company and construction business while he was
attending high school and
college.
He says his favorite part
about working at Northwest
is working with co-workers
Darren Drabbels and John
Hessler.
Potts likes living in a
small community and enjoys
hunting and fishing whenever he gets the chance.
He is also a member of
Post 239 Sons of the
American Legion and the
Knights of Columbus.
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June 2016
NORTHWEST RPPD NEWS
NRPPD Featured Employee: Cale Anderson
Cale Anderson,
Journeyman
Cale Anderson just celebrated his three year employment anniversary on May 29,
2013.
Anderson’s apprenticeship will be up in November
2016. His original job duties
included climbing poles and
gathering materials.
The son of Mary and Tim
Anderson, was born and
raised in Littleton, Colo. He
Cale Anderson
graduated from Heritage High
School in 2008. Following high school, he attended
Chadron State College for a year, and then transferred to
WNCC where he graduated in 2013.
Prior to becoming a lineman, he was employed at
UPS, Bomgaars and Silvey Enterprises.
Anderson enjoys working with the guys and gals at
NRPPD. “They treat you like family,” said Anderson. One
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of his favorite parts about Northwest is “turning lights
back on after a storm turned them off”.
His most memorable moment since his employment
was working on his first storm job for another co-op in
Custer, S.D.
The former Coloradan says he likes the Northwest
Nebraska scenery, noting “the best views are out there”.
In Anderson’s spare time he enjoys camping, hunting
and fishing.
Hobbies: Camping, Hunting and Fishing
Mentors: Dad and Grandpa
Favorite Food: Free! Steak and mashed potatoes
Favorite Music: Country
Contact Phone Numbers
are Important
Please contact Northwest Rural Public Power
District to verify or update office personnel with the
best phone number to contact you with. Seems
more and more phone numbers on file are not operable or valid.
Having your current phone number on file allows
the District to make contact with you as the need
arises. There can be a multitude of reasons for making contact: planned outages, troubleshooting a particular line, billing questions, cattle on the road, or
service change out questions.
You can see and understand the importance of
having your current home or business phone number on file with the District.
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NRPPD Area Activity Calendar
is running out. If the Beast does not learn his lesson
soon, he and his household will be doomed for all eternity.
Post Playhouse, Nebraska
Performance Times: Sunday 2 p.m.
Tuesday-Saturday 8 p.m.
For Ticket Information Call:
308-432-6360 or
visit: www.postplayhouse.com
Beauty and the Beast
JUNE: 3, 4, 5*, 7, 14, 22, 26*
JULY: 6, 21, 24*, 27*, 30 -10 a.m.
AUGUST: 3*, 10 - 10 a.m., 10*, 12, 14*
* = 2 matinee
The Addams Family
Opens June 10, 2016
Music and Lyrics by Andrew Lippa
Book by Marshall Brickman
and Rick Elice
Opens June 3
Music by Alan Menken
Lyrics by Howard Ashman
and Tim Rice
Book by Linda Woolverton
The classic story tells
of Belle, a young woman in a
provincial town, and the
Beast, who is really a young
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Beast can learn to love and be loved, the curse will end
and he will be transformed to his former self. But time
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her parents have never met. And if that weren’t upsetting
enough, Wednesday confides in her father and begs him not to
tell her mother. Now, Gomez Addams must do something he’s
never done before -- keep a secret from his beloved wife,
Morticia.
Everything will change for the whole family on the
fateful night they host a dinner for Wednesday’s ‘normal’
boyfriend and his parents.
JUNE: 10, 11, 12*, 15, 21, 24, 29
JULY: 5, 15*, 17*, 22, 28, 30*
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Legally Blonde
bits, and French people. Did we mention the bevy of beautiful
show girls?
Opens June 17, 2016
Music and Lyrics by Laurence
O’Keefe and Nell Benjamin
Book by Heather Hach
Based on the novel by Amanda
Brown and the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer motion picture
JULY: 8, 10*, 12, 14, 19, 23, 27, 29
AUGUST: 3, 6, 9, 22
* m = 2 p.m. matinee
A fabulously fun international award-winning musical
based on the adored movie, Legally Blonde: The Musical, follows
the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles sterotypes, snobbery, and scandal in pursuit of her dreams. This action-packed
musical explodes on the stage with memorable songs and dynamic dances. Equal parts hilarious and heart-warming, this musical is
so much fun it should be illegal!
Opening July, 1,
2016
JUNE: 17, 18, 19*, 23, 25, 28,
JULY: 9, 13, 16, 20, 23*, 31*
AUGUST: 2, 5, 12*
* m = 2 p.m. matinee;
Monty Python’s
SPAMALOT
Opens July 8, 2016
Music by John Du Prez
Book and lyrics by Eric Idle
Lovingly ripped off from the classic
film comedy Monty Python and the Holy Grail, Spamalot retells the
legend of King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table, and features a bevy of beautiful show girls, not to mention cows, killer rab-
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Book by Joe Masteroff
Based on the play by John Van Druten and stories by
Christopher Isherwood
Music by John Kander
Lyrics by Fred Ebb
Cabaret is an award winning classic of the American
musical theatre repertoire. Musical numbers include “It Could
Please Me More,” Willkommen,” “Cabaret,” “Don’t Tell Mama,”
and “Two Ladies.”
The scene is a night club in Berlin, as the 1920s are
drawing to a close. The Master of Ceremonies welcomes the
audience to the show and assures them that, whatever their
troubles, they will forget them at the Cabaret.
On the train to Berlin we find Cliff, a young American
writer, and Ernst, a German who surprises Cliff by putting his
briefcase among Cliff’s luggage at the German border. History
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JULY: 1,2, 3*, 9*, 13*, 16*, 20*, 22*, 26, 30
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* m = 2 matinee,
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NRPPD SAFETY
Electrical Safety and
Your Older Home
Residential electrical wiring changed during the
20th century as new appliances appeared on the scene
and electricity evolved from a luxury to a mainstay.
Although most older home electrical systems have been
upgraded over the years, safety shortcomings may still
exist. Since a third of American homes were built more than
50 years ago, home buyers and folks living in older homes
should be aware of potential wiring hazards.
Each year, household wiring and lighting cause an estimated 28,600 home fires resulting in 950 injuries, 220
deaths and nearly $1.1 billion in property damage, according to the National Fire Protection Association.
“Residential electrical systems are seldom inspected
after they are installed,” explains John Drengenberg, consumer affairs manager for Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.
“Homeowners should not assume all is well simply
because fuses aren’t blowing, circuit breakers aren’t tripping or they’re not receiving shocks. Inside the walls, wire
insulation could be cracking and crumbling, especially if
wires are drawing more current than they were designed to
handle.”
To avoid such hazards, consumers should understand
the limits of home wiring systems. Often, this depends
when the home was built or if the electrical system was
upgraded. In other cases, though, telltale signs may indicate a problem.
“Anytime you received a shock from an electrical appliance, outlet or wall switch in your home, it’s a warming that
you should talk with a qualified electrician,” Drengenberg
cautions. “If a fuse blows or a circuit breaker trips right after
you replace or reset it, you have trouble somewhere.
Flickering or dimming lights could mean loose connections,
overloaded circuits, improper wiring or arcing and sparking
inside walls.”
Source: Underwriters Laboratories
Safety Tips
Follow these safety tips
to identify and prevent
electrical hazards.
• Regularly check all cords, outlets,
switches and appliances for
signs of damage or wear.
• Extension cords are for temporary use only.
• Be sure that outlets are not overloaded with too many devices.
• Look and listen for warning signs
of an electrical problem such as
outlets and switches that are
warm and making crackling, sizzling or buzzing sounds.
• Always replace and label fuses or
circuit breakers with the correct
size and amperage.
• Keep the electrical panel accessible so you can quickly shut off
power in an emergency.
• Install smoke alarms on every
level of your home. Place alarms
inside each bedroom and outside
each sleeping area. Test them
once a month, change the batteries at least once a year, and
replace the alarm itself every ten
years.
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Reecippe
Corneer
Roast Sticky Chicken-Rotisserie Style
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4 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon white pepper
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1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
2 onions, quartered
2 (4 lb.) whole chickens
In a small bowl, mix together salt, paprika, onion powder,
thyme, white pepper, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and garlic powder. Remove and discard giblets from chicken. Rinse
chicken cavity, and pat dry with paper towel. Rub each chicken inside and out with spice mixture. Place 1 onion into the
cavity of each chicken. Place chickens in a resealable bag or
double wrap with plastic wrap. Refrigerate overnight, or at
least 4 to 6 hours.
Preheat oven to 250 degrees F.
Place chickens in a roasting pan. Bake uncovered for 5
hours, to a minimum internal temperature of 180 degrees F.
Let the chickens stand for 10 minutes before carving.
Tip: Aluminum foil can be used to keep food moist, cook
it evenly, and make clean-up easier.
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Burrito Pie
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2 lbs. ground beef
1 onion, chopped
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 (2 oz.) can black olives, sliced
1 (4 oz.) can diced green chili peppers
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1 (10 oz.) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers
1 (16 oz.) jar taco sauce
2 (16 oz.) cans refried beans
12 (8 inch) flour tortillas
9 ounces shredded Colby cheese
Add all ingredients to list
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
In a large skillet over medium heat, saute the ground beef
for 5 minutes. Add the onion and garlic, and saute for 5 more
minutes. Drain any excess fat, if desired. Mix in the olives,
green chile peppers, tomatoes with green chile peppers, taco
sauce and refried beans. Stir mixture thoroughly, reduce
heat to low, and let simmer for 15 to 20 minutes.
Spread a thin layer of the meat mixture in the bottom of
a 4 quart casserole dish. Cover with a layer of tortillas followed by more meat mixture, then a layer of cheese. Repeat
tortilla, meat, cheese pattern until all the tortillas are used,
topping off with a layer of meat mixture and cheese.
Bake for 20 to 30 minutes in the preheated oven, or until
cheese is slightly brown and bubbly.
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NORTHWEST RURAL SAFETY
NRPPD Announces 2016 Scholarship Winners
Northwest Rural Public Power District
Science major and
recently recognized the 2016 scholarship recipiremain an active
ents at their April Board Meeting. The scholarmember
of
the
ship committee selected very worthy students
Honors Program, into
for the scholarships provided through Northwest
which I have been
Rural.
accepted
at
all
The student applications were selected
schools applied. Her
based on ACT scores, grade point average,
plan is to practice
motivation and or leadership qualities, goals,
Physical Therapy in
character, financial need and care taken in
an underserved ruralpreparing the application. This program is
Nebraska community.
designed to recognize and encourage the
Jayden is the
Jayden Garrett, a Chadron 2016 graduachievements of rural students residing within
of
ate, is presented a $1000 Basin Electric scholar- daughter
Northwest Rural’s Service Area.
ship certificate by NRPPD Board Chairman Lee Christopher and Julie
THE FIRST APPLICANT selected for this Ahrens.
Garrett.
year’s Basin Electric $1000 scholarship is
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Jayden Garrett, a 2016 Chadron graduate.
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At Chadron High, Garrett served as captain of varsity volleyball and basketball in which they were able to
The two $500 scholarships were awarded to a
qualify for three state tournaments. She also participated
Hemingford and a Chadron High School student.
in track in which she placed at State and earned a first
Brooke Roes, daughter of Jamie and Sandy Roes,
place at Best of the West. Academically, she was a top
plans to attend Chadron State College this fall and major
member of the Math Club for two years. She was nomiin business.
nated by the Health Professions Club for the National
At CHS, she served as an officer for the Future
Youth Leadership Forum: Medicine. She was a founding
Business Leaders of America (FBLA) and Future Farmers
member and secretary of the Future Farmers of
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American Chapter, Treasurer of Student Council and
Class President.
She managed to maintain all these activities and
honors after suffering a severe volleyball injury which
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Starting at
595 12’x21’x5’
$
(308) 282-2005
Dennis &
Sharon Persons
Steve & Valli Petersen
(308) 638-7453
701 South Main • Gordon
Hay Springs
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Northwest Rural P.P.D.
A Touchstone Energy Partner
June 2016
2016 Scholarship Winners-John Manning is the second recipient for the Tri-State
$500 Scholarship. Manning lives west of Marsland and is
the son of T.J. and Tori Manning.
At Hemingford High, Manning participated in football ,
basketball and track all four years. He was a member of
FFA in which he was involved in the Impact leadership
workshop, ag management, livestock judging and was a
agronomy state qualifier his sophomore year.
Manning plans to attending South Dakota State and
major in Agricultural Business. “My goals and aspirations
are to attend a four year college then come home to help
operate the family ranch,” said Manning.
Building a Deck? Planting a Tree?
Chadron 2016 graduate, Brooke Roes, is presented a
$500 scholarship certificate by NRPPD Board Chairman
Lee Ahrens.
A federally
mandated national
“Call Before You Dig”
number, 811 was
created to help
protect you from
unintentionally hitting
underground utility lines while working
on digging projects.
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of America. She was an Interact member, participated on
the golf team in which she qualified for state, cross country, volleyball, National Honor Society, musical, and Math
Club.
.
Roes is currently a waitress at Fryday’s and was a
wrangler at Chadron State Park last summer. Community
involvement has included catechist instructor, Catholic
Youth Program and Vacation Bible School to mention a
few.
Deluxe Electric Grill
&Model
Cover
9359W
Reg. $221+ tax
Now
185
$
$
Plus Tax
Includes
Durable Cover
(Assembly $10)
• Deluxe grill with all standard features
• Food view window and rotisserie included
• Sleek, new cart is designed for corrosion
resistance and easy clean-up
• Pair of extra-sturdy, one-piece tubular
steel legs and shelf supports
• Sturdy wire lower shelf
Northwest Rural
Public Power District
Cares About the Consumer
(308) 638-4445 or 1-800-847-0492
5613 S. Hwy. 87 • Hay Springs
June 2016
Northwest Rural P.P.D.
A Touchstone Energy Partner
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NORTHWEST RURAL NEWS
Bits ën Pieces...
Things I learned from my Father...
• Buy high quality tools, so you only have to buy them
once.
• Keep a change of clothes at the office.
• Never hit anyone unless they are an immediate
threat.
• Every hat should serve a purpose.
• Never take her to the movies on the first date.
• Learn to wet shave.
• Nothing looks more badass than a well-tailored suit.
• Shave with the grain on the first go-around.
• Always look a person in the eye when you talk to them.
• Buy a plunger before you need a plunger.
• Exercise makes you happy. Run, lift and play sports.
• Brush your teeth before you put on your tie.
• A small amount of your paycheck should go directly to
your savings account every month.
• Call Mom and Dad every week.
• Never wear a clip-on tie.
• Give a firm handshake.
• Compliment her shoes.
• Never leave a pint unfinished.
• If you aren’t confident, fake it. It will come around.
• You can’t tell the size of the man by the size of things
that bother him.
• Be conscious of your body language.
• The only reason to ever point a gun at someone is if
you intend to shoot them. Period.
• Always stand to shake someone’s hand.
• Never lend anything you can’t afford to lose.
• Ask more than you answer. Everybody likes to talk
about themselves.
• Manliness is not only being able to take care of yourself, but others as well.
• Go with the decision that will make a good story.
• When you walk, look straight ahead, not at your feet.
• Find your passion and figure out how to get paid for
it.
• No matter their job or status, everyone deserves
your respect.
• The most important thing you can learn is personal
responsibility. Bad things happen; it’s your job to
overcome them.
• Always go out in public dressed like you’re about to
meet the love of your life.
• Don’t change yourself to make someone else happy.
• Do whatever you want to do, but be the best at it.
• No one is on their deathbed wishing they spent more
time at work.
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Flowers,
Vegetables,
Jam & Jellies!
You can find it all at
Lil' Ladybug"
HOURS: Tues.-Sat. 9-6 p.m.; Sundays 2-6 p.m.
Lil Ladybug
Greenhouse & Garden
Fresh from the Earth!
E-mail: runkle@haysprings.net
Or visit
www.LittleLadybugGardens.com
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Call or E-mail for more info.
Karen Runkle at
232-4474 or 308-763-1843
4283 460th Road
Hay Springs, NE 69347
Northwest Rural P.P.D.
Office Hours:
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Monday- Friday
Service Calls
After Hours:
Please call
800-847-0492 if
your call is long distance or 638-4445
for the local Hay
Springs area at all
times.
We have an
answering service
that answers these
numbers on a 24hour basis - after
hours, Saturday,
Sundays and holidays. Please state
legal description,
account number or
meter number
where the outage is
and your phone
number when you
call.
Public Power District
South on Hwy. 87 • P.O. Box 249
Hay Springs, NE 69347
web page: http://www.nrppd.com
OFFICERS
President: Lee Ahrens, Marsland
Vice President: Wayne Cobb, Merriman
Secretary: Bruce Troester, Marsland
Treasurer: Robert Rickenbach, Chadron
Tri-State Director: Gary Fuchser,
Gordon
Board Members:
Mike Van Buskirk, Hay Springs
Terry Terrell, Hay Springs
Manager: CHANCE BRISCOE
Office Manager: Arlene Lahaye
Office (308) 638-4445
Fax 638-4448
Consumer/Marketing
Director . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Les Tlustos
Publisher/Editor
Advertising Rep. . . . . . . . .Cindy Peters
Hip-Hop (308) 638-7132
Your Touchstone Energy Partner
June 2016