Good news and bad news on soybean cyst nematodes
[APRIL 10, 2000] One of the below-ground pests of soybeans and other plants is the soybean cyst nematode (SCN). This creature is actually a small, parasitic roundworm that attacks the roots. Most nematodes can only be seen with magnification, but the adult females and cysts of SCN are about 1/32 of an inch and are visible to the human eye. This pest is important to Logan County producers because of potential yield losses of up to 10 bushels per acre, and the entry wound can allow plant diseases to enter the plant. This could mean losses in the millions of dollars for Logan County.

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BOOK LOOK

“What If?”

[APRIL 10, 2000] What if the fierce weather storm at Normandy had not broken by June 6, 1944? What if Genghis Khan’s son had not suddenly died on the eve of the Mongol invasion of Europe in 1242? What if General Robert E. Lee’s lost order hadn’t been lost? How different would the history of the United States and the entire world have been? These are just some of the intriguing questions posed in a fascinating book entitled “What If?”

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ORGANIZATIONS

“Walk for Life” raises $10,000

[APRIL 10, 2000] Yesterday, more than 100 people came together for a common cause—to raise awareness and money for multiple sclerosis research. Lincoln’s first “Walk for Life,” sponsored by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, took place at Kickapoo Creek Park, raising approximately $10,000 through pledges and donations.

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ORGANIZATIONS

Health department presents awards

[APRIL 10, 2000] Last week, the Logan County Health Department celebrated Public Health Week. In honor of Public Health Week, the health department presents awards to individuals, organizations or businesses that have promoted the mission of the Logan County Health Department.

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BY THE NUMBERS

Logan County high schools: 1960-2000

[APRIL 10, 2000] Did you know Logan County had 10 high schools in 1960? Check “By the Numbers” for dates and details on how the count has changed to the current three: Lincoln Community High School, Mount Pulaski High School and Hartsburg-Emden High School.

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Announcements –

- Chamber offers training session Wednesday for people who deal with customers

- American Cancer Society Relay for Life runs April 14, 15

- YMCA plans Charter Dinner and “School’s Out Fun Days"

Yesterday's news –

- Sixth graders go Greek

- Volunteers: The backbone of the operation

- Bob Boyd: Preparing kids for eternity

- Hearsay and Hairspray

- District III FFA public speaking results