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[Harold]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Marshall in Line to Become New Commissioner

LINCOLN, Neb. – Gov. Dave Heineman intends to appoint Norris Marshall of Kearney to represent District IV on the Nebraska Game and Parks Board of Commissioners.

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"I look forward to serving on the Commission and the opportunity to contribute to making our Commission one of the best of its kind in the U.S.," Marshall said. "Nebraska is a great state with a lot of resources to offer. Together with the rest of the commissioners and staff we can continue improving the quality of recreation opportunities."

Marshall said he is a avid waterfowl hunter and a student of the Platte River and endangered species.

"Along with owning Marshall Engines, my wife, Lori, and I are engaged in cow/calf production and next June will host the Cattlemen's Ball of Nebraska on our property along the Platte River near Kearney."
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[Harold]

From "Bumpus Bites".

Burke Appointed to Second Term on Commission Board

LINCOLN, Neb. – Gov. Dave Heineman has appointed Jerrod Burke to a second term on the Nebraska Game and Parks Board of Commissioners. Burke was appointed to his first term on Jan. 15, 2005.

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Jerrod Burke of Curtis has been appointed to a second term on the board of the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission.
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Burke, of Curtis, represents District V on the board. His new term begins Jan. 15, 2010.

"This is very exciting," Burke said "We have worked hard the last five years to conserve wildlife and increase outdoor recreation opportunities.

"I would like to thank the governor for giving me this opportunity again. It has been an exciting group of people to work with. Everyone is very enthusiastic, and the staff is tremendously committed."

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