Ag Workforce & Outreach: Nebraska Farm Bureau helped Northeast Community College students connect majors to agriculture at a fall event using a “career ladder” format. Diesel Shock to Nebraska Industry: A Nebraska business reports an 82% jump in fuel spending, with farmers and trucking feeling the squeeze as diesel tops $5 and harvest costs climb. Farm Policy Watch: A Nebraska farmer cautiously welcomed the Senate Agriculture Committee leaving the “Save Our Bacon Act” out of its Farm Bill version, but warned the bill still faces major next steps. Grain Payment Oversight: Nebraska regulators dismissed a complaint against The Andersons over alleged late payments after the matter was resolved with fines. AI in Agriculture: UNL is inviting Midwest corn/soy producers and ag students to weigh how they perceive and adopt AI tools. Flood Risk Planning: A 90-day appeal period is set to begin for updated FEMA flood maps in Box Butte County. Campus Parking Strain: UNL students report tighter parking as construction reduces capacity during the “Big Red Rebuild.” Workforce Training Investment: Central Community College cut the ribbon on a new Gosper Automotive Careers Training Center in Hastings. EU-U.S. Business Ties: The EU ambassador visited Creighton to discuss economic uncertainty, AI, and reducing trade barriers. Local Business Growth: Omaha marketing firm 316 Strategy Group moved HQ to Elkhorn and is doubling down on AI search services. Energy Grid Cost Mystery: Torrington officials are still trying to explain an unexpected transmission cost spike that hit the city’s wholesale power bill. Community Events: Flatwater Film Festival returns in Seward, and local Legion Auxiliary plans include support items for troops overseas.