A state program offers help to persons in the deaf and hard of hearing community, as well as educating the public about services and resources available.
Maunette Loeks is a Deputy Editor for the Star-Herald, based in Scottsbluff, Nebraska. With a passion for writing that began in childhood, Maunette covers local news and events, focusing on stories that impact the community and shed light on important issues. Her work has also been featured in the Lincoln Journal Star, KPVI-DTV, and Omaha World-Herald.