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As Merrick County moves closer to the November 5th General Election, much of the focus has been on national races, including the presidential election. However, for residents of District 4 in Merrick County, a local race is drawing significant attention. Carolyn Kucera, the incumbent Republican candidate for the Merrick County Board of Supervisors, is officially running unopposed on the ballot, but Katie Benner’s recent announcement as a write-in candidate has added a new layer of competition to the race.

On Sunday, September 8th, the Merrick County Historical Museum held a special event at the Merrick County Venture Center focused on family history. Many people attended, filling the seats as they waited to showcase their treasures and see what others had brought to the event.

On a night filled with both gridiron excitement and heartfelt nostalgia, Central City High School celebrated the induction of three new members into its Athletic Hall of Fame. The event, held during halftime of the Bison football team’s thrilling double-overtime home opener against Cozad, culminated in a special ceremony afterward in the high school, where friends, family, and fans gathered to honor Jordan Paup, Gary Maresh, and Dan Cordsen.

Central City, NE – Last Wednesday evening, local residents gathered at Central City High School to review the findings of the 2024 Community Needs Assessment Survey and discuss the future of their town. The meeting, organized by the Merrick County Development Corporation and the South Central Economic Development District (SCEDD), provided an in-depth look at key challenges and opportunities facing Central City as it grows.

Daily Activity Report Monday, September 2 Officer responded to a citizen assist in the city limits, situation Resolved. Officer responded to an animal complaint, in the 1500 block of 15th Street, situation resolved.

Merrick Arts Council in Central City announces its 2024-25 season with five shows starting September 15. All shows are held at the Central City Performing Arts Center, Edwin and Bernice Lock Theatre.

During the weekend of Aug. 24-25, the class of 1974 had their best reunion yet! Forty-four classmates along with 20 spouses kicked off the festivities with social hour and dinner at Prairie Creek Winery. The meal was delicious but reuniting with old friends was priceless. Few events offer the chance to go back in time and laugh like a teenager. When the winery closed, we weren’t ready to end the party so we headed to The Independent Club to continue the celebration. Sunday began with a tour of the High School given by Jeff Jensen and Ray Huggett, our much-admired Assistant Principal. When we began high school, the building was only 2 years old, brand new and full of modern features. Finally, the rest of the day was spent at the lovely home of Craig and Peggy Clausen. It was a very special weekend where everyone arrived older but left young again.