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DEVELOPING: FBC–T25-NEBRASKA-PAUL
COME-HOME CAMPAIGN
LINCOLN—Luring former Nebraskans back to the state may not require slick ad campaigns or overcoming negative perceptions of nasty weather and the like. It seems good jobs may trump all else, a recent study by Gallup suggests. By Nate Jenkins.
AP Photos NENH101-104.
MOONFLOWER MADNESS
SCOTTSBLUFF—Teens’ ingestion of seeds from a common flower is a growing concern among law enforcement agencies and health officials in western Nebraska. Gering police recently had contact with four juveniles who allegedly ingested moonflower seeds. One of the juveniles was described as incoherent and unruly and had to be taken to the hospital for evaluation of drug use. The effects of the drug lasted for days.
SPORTS:
FBC–T25-NEBRASKA-PAUL
LINCOLN, Neb.—Niles Paul was one of the most sought-after high school receivers in the nation in the fall of 2006. Three years later, Nebraska fans are starting to see why. Paul, who ran for a touchdown and caught a pass for another in Saturday’s 38-9 win over Arkansas State, finally looks ready to become a major contributor for the Cornhuskers after a frustrating first two years in the program. By Eric Olson.
AP Photos NENH107, NENH112.
Also:
BC-FBC–T25-COLLEGE FB POLL.
ALSO GETTING ATTENTION:
— STUDENT ASSISTANCE FUND—The University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s director of scholarships and financial aid says 500 students received about $1,300 each from a relief fund for students whose families are struggling most during the economic downturn.
— CLOSED CABINET MAKER—A custom cabinet-making business that opened in Lincoln in 1936 has shut down.
— TURKEY SEASON—Get ready, turkey hunters. It’s going to be a long season.
— CHILD-WELFARE AWARD—Nebraska Supreme Court Chief Justice Mike Heavican has recognized a longtime foster-care official for supporting children in the court system.
— RADIO HONORS—An Omaha radio station and its on-air personalities have been nominated for two national Country Music Association awards.
— REAL ESTATE REBOUND—A research firm says the Omaha area is likely to be one of the best-performing real estate markets in the country over the next year.
The AP, Omaha.
