Communities and individuals across Nebraska were recognized for their work with tree resources during the Nebraska Community Tree Conference and Tree City USA ceremony last month.
Nebraska Forestry Award winners were presented in six categories. Area winners include: Mike Watson, Media, Rural Radio network and AM 840 KTIC in West Point; and Jim Kluck, Legacy, Schuyler.
Growth Awards and Tree City USA Awards were presented to communities that have shown exceptional advancement in their dedication to tree enhancement. Valley was recognized for being in the program
14 years.
Other area communities receiving Tree City USA Awards with longevity in the program were: Dodge, five; Fremont, 30; Schuyler, 20; Scribner, two; Tekamah, 21; and Yutan, six.
Fremont earns tree award
Tuesday, May 13, 2008 - 10:42:12 am CDT