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On May 7, Rep. Don Bacon highlighted key meetings discussing international defense alliances and shared excitement about upcoming soccer events involving former USMNT players while looking forward to the World Cup hosted by North America

don bacon shares reflections on holocaust testimony and veterans act passage

U.S Congressman Don Bacon discussed various topics through his tweets on May 7th, including moving testimonies from Holocaust survivors and recent legislative progress concerning veteran care facilities via public-private partnerships.

Platte County: Social Security made up 6.7% of total income in 2022

In 2022, Social Security transfers made up 6.7% of income in Platte County, providing an average of $3,748 per capita to residents.

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Which former EC Nebraska News area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, May 10?

These former EC Nebraska News area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, May 10.

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Sidney Smart, former Wahoo High School softball player will compete with her collegiate team for the NCAA Division II Softball Championship

They enter the tournament as a number three seed.

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U.S Congressman Don Bacon addresses regional energy issues and cultural identity through recent tweets dated May 6th, emphasizing strategic policy adjustments and highlighting Nebraska's community spirit

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U.S Congressman Don Bacon recently discussed securing funding for affordable housing in North Omaha while advocating for diversified clean energy solutions for Omaha residents.

Congressman Don Bacon announces winners of Congressional Art Competition

U.S. Congressman Don Bacon announced the winners of the prestigious Congressional Art Competition on May 6, highlighting local talents like Maya Coleman and Chat Htoo from Omaha Benson High School for their exceptional artworks "Fancy Soup" and...

Local students recognized by Rep. Don Bacon for artistic achievements

Congressman Don Bacon celebrated young artists' accomplishments through social media posts on May 6, 2025.

Which former EC Nebraska News area high school standouts will be in action on Friday, May 9?

These former EC Nebraska News area high school standouts will be in action on Friday, May 9.

Colfax County ranks 91st highest in Nebraska for per capita government transfer income at $8,585 in 2022

In 2022, Colfax County ranked third lowest per capita recipient of government transfers in Nebraska, with transfers making up 15.4% of total income.

Rep. Don Bacon engages with North Omaha leaders and Chabad of Nebraska

U.S. Congressman Don Bacon discusses business growth in North Omaha and appreciates Chabad of Nebraska's contributions during engagements on May 5, 2025.

rep don bacon discusses energy investments and infrastructure funding for sarpy county

U.S. Congressman Don Bacon discussed key developments regarding energy reliance on wind power in Omaha and addressed critical water infrastructure funding for Sarpy County on May 5th.

don bacon addresses medicaid reforms and potential tax increases

Rep. Don Bacon discussed several issues through tweets on May 5th, focusing on Medicaid reforms and potential impacts of expiring tax laws on Nebraskans and small businesses.

rep don bacon addresses intelligence cuts and economic policies

Rep. Don Bacon expressed concerns over intelligence cuts and proposed fiscal policy changes via Twitter on May 5, 2025.

Nance County: Medicare dependency reached 4.4% in 2022

In 2022, Medicare transfers made up 4.4% of income in Nance County, providing an average of $2,122 per capita to residents.

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Which former EC Nebraska News area high school standouts will be in action on Thursday, May 8?

These former EC Nebraska News area high school standouts will be in action on Thursday, May 8.

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Yutan High School standout Hayden Lewis’ college team won in NCAA Division I baseball game on Sunday, May 4