Handwriting contest recognizes excellence in penmanship
By SARA GIBONEY UNK Communications KEARNEY – Entries are being accepted for the 27th annual Nebraska Handwriting Contest, which promotes legible handwriting as an effective means of communication. The contest is open to all Nebraska residents in four age categories: 12 and under, ages 13-16, ages 17-49 and age 50 and over. The entry deadline is March 31. Administered by the Department of Teacher Education at the University of Nebraska at Kearney, the contest is endorsed and supported … [Read more...]
Finalists chosen for Big Idea Kearney; Pitches Wednesday
By SARA GIBONEY UNK Communications KEARNEY – Ten finalists have been chosen for Big Idea Kearney, an event that promotes entrepreneurship in the community. The finalists will pitch their business ideas at 7 p.m. Wednesday (Nov. 16) at Cunningham’s Journal at 15 W. 23rd St. The first-place winner receives $1,000, the second-place winner receives $500 and third place receives $250. Big Idea Kearney is open to anyone with a new business concept. The business idea doesn’t have to be a … [Read more...]
Is your handwriting terrific? Contest showcases top penmanship
KEARNEY – Entries are being accepted for the 26th annual Nebraska Handwriting Contest, which promotes legible handwriting as an effective means of communication. The contest is open to all Nebraska residents in four age categories: 12 and under, ages 13-16, ages 17-49 and age 50 and over. The entry deadline is March 31. Administered by the Department of Teacher Education at the University of Nebraska at Kearney, the contest is endorsed and supported by the Nebraska Department of Education … [Read more...]
