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Body According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, infl uenza activity often begins to increase in October and peaks between December and February.

Body Nebraska Extension’s annual Nebraska crop budget projections have been updated for 2025 to assist agricultural producers in managing production costs and making informed financial decisions for the upcoming growing season.

Body Time is running out for thousands of farmers and ranchers who may face steep fines and possible jail time for failing to file their businesses with the federal government. Jan. 1, 2025, is the deadline to file Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) with the U.S.

Body High school juniors from across Merrick County’s schools spent the day at the courthouse in Central City. They were split into two large groups and were able to experience various activities in the courthouse.

Body The Merrick County Republican Party will hold its next meeting on Monday, Dec. 2, 2024, at ISI Solar, located at 1620 19th Street in Central City. The event begins with coffee and cookies at 6:30 p.m., followed by the meeting at 7 p.m.

Body The Central City Sportsman’s Club, in collaboration with the Merrick County 4-H Trap Team, hosted its fourth annual gun show last weekend at the Merrick County Fairgrounds.

Body Two Nebraska Christian students were selected to participate in the prestigious Nebraska All-State Chorus, and Central City High School alumnus Colton Kohl was recognized as the Nebraska Music Education Association (NMEA) Young Music Educator of the Year.

Body The Central City High School FFA Chapter celebrated its newest members and recognized achievements during a special ceremony held Monday, Nov. 18. The evening included the presentation of FFA jackets to new members, as well as the awarding of Chapter and Greenhand Degrees.

Body Last Wednesday Merrick Medical Center once again hosted a successful Men’s Night event at the Merrick County Fairgrounds. The night featured conversations on men’s health topics while maintaining a manly and fun atmosphere. Merrick Medical staff, such as Dr.

Body Comrades, community, and charity. These are the values the St. Michael Catholic Church hold dear to themselves. This is the fifteenth year the church will be hosting their annual community Thanksgiving dinner at the St. Michael Parish Hall.