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Rep. Don Bacon, representing Nebraska's 2nd district, shared his thoughts on diplomacy and cyber operations via social media on April 30, 2025.

Don Bacon discusses defense, Medicaid, and SNAP in social media posts

U.S Congressman Don Bacon highlighted his position on several issues through social media on consecutive days in April 2025.

Boone County: Medicare transfers accounted for 6.3% of income in 2022

In 2022, Medicare transfers made up 6.3% of income in Boone County, providing an average of $3,962 per capita to residents.

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Which former EC Nebraska News area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, May 3?

These former EC Nebraska News area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, May 3.

Don Bacon highlights defense funding and international engagement

Rep. Don Bacon updates on defense funding and his meeting with an Israeli sports figure through tweets on April 29, 2025.

Rep. Don Bacon tweets on military priorities and global trade concerns

Rep. Don Bacon highlights priorities for military personnel reforms and addresses trade challenges with foreign countries.

Rep. Don Bacon discusses agriculture programs, Trump's promises, and cultural acknowledgment

Rep. Don Bacon, serving Nebraska’s 2nd district, expressed his views on agricultural youth programs, praised the Trump Administration's early initiatives, and celebrated cultural recognition in recent tweets dated April 29, 2025

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Which former EC Nebraska News area high school standouts will be in action on Friday, May 2?

These former EC Nebraska News area high school standouts will be in action on Friday, May 2.

Platte County residents received $9,803 per capita in government transfers in 2022, ranking 83rd in Nebraska

In 2022, residents of Platte County received an average of $9,803 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 11th lowest in Nebraska.

How many companies in cities in Platte County received FDA inspections in 2024?

There was one company in a city associated with Platte County that received an FDA inspection in 2024, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

Rep. Don Bacon's policy stances on Crimea, federal assistance, and political culture

Rep. Don Bacon, serving Nebraska's 2nd District, addressed several key issues in recent tweets, including the recognition of Crimea, federal agency support, and the handling of classified information.

Rep. Don Bacon shares updates on veteran and military initiatives, Ukraine stance

Rep. Don Bacon shared updates on April 28, 2025, via tweets regarding a new VA facility, military power, and the Ukraine conflict.

Howard County: Residents received $24.68 million per capita from Medicare transfers in 2022

In 2022, Medicare transfers made up 6.7% of income in Howard County, providing an average of $3,789 per capita to residents.

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Which former EC Nebraska News area high school standouts will be in action on Thursday, May 1?

These former EC Nebraska News area high school standouts will be in action on Thursday, May 1.

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Wahoo High School standout Harper Hancock’s college team lost in NCAA Division II softball game on Sunday, April 27

The Sioux Falls Cougars lost 5-4 in their NCAA Division II softball game against the Winona State Warriors on Sunday, April 27.

On Sunday, April 27, former Columbus High School standout Addison Heule’s college team lost in an NCAA Division II softball game

The game took place at Maynard R. Johnson Field.

Sunday, April 27: Central City High School standout Taryn Wagner’s college team loses to Winona State Warriors

The game took place at Maynard R. Johnson Field.

Harper Hancock, former Wahoo High School standout, played on Sunday, April 27 in NCAA Division II softball game

The game took place at Maynard R. Johnson Field.

On Sunday, April 27, former Humphrey Junior-Senior High School standout Jacob Sjuts’ college team won in an NCAA Division I baseball game

The South Dakota State Jackrabbits won 9-6 in their NCAA Division I baseball game against the North Dakota State Bison on Sunday, April 27.

Taryn Wagner, former Central City High School standout, played on Sunday, April 27 in NCAA Division II softball game