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LENRD Seeks Public Input on Watershed Flood Risk Reduction Plan in Battle Creek

Jul 17, 2025
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Recap from the LENRD June Board of Directors Meeting

Jul 14, 2025
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Lower Elkhorn NRD Board of Directors Discuss Numerous Water Resources Items at Latest Meeting

May 27, 2025
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LENRD Board Meeting @ LENRD Office

Jul 24, 2025
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Battle Creek WFPO Open House

Jul 31, 2025
The Lower Elkhorn Natural Resources District (LENRD), in partnership with the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), will host a third publ
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Stars, Strolls & Smores - Johnson Park, Norfolk

Aug 6, 2025
7:00 - 9:00 PM
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