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New statue in honor of Patricia Campbell erected at Central City Public Library  

New statue in honor of Patricia Campbell erected at Central City Public Library

1 year ago By News Staff
On Monday, August 26, a new bronze statue was erected at the Central City Public Library, dedicated to Patricia Campbell, who donated half of her estate to the five-star library. The statue was created by internationally acclaimed sculptor George Lundeen, a Nebraska native who works out of his studio in Loveland, Colorado. The installation of the bronze statue is the culmination of a collaboration between Lundeen and the Library Board, a project that has taken many years to come to fruition.

Merrick County Board: Complex discussions and legislative impacts

1 year ago By News Staff
The Merrick County Board of Supervisors met Tuesday morning in a session marked by significant discussions and critical decisions. While the long-term care bond, which failed to secure a spot on the November ballot, drew much of the public’s attention, the meeting also covered other key issues related to local governance and financial management. Among these were the implications of Legislative Bill 34 (LB 34), recent state legislation aimed at providing property tax relief.

Merrick County Supervisors decline Long-Term Care bond proposal, leaving future uncertain

1 year ago By News Staff
The Merrick County Board of Supervisors convened Tuesday morning for a highly anticipated meeting to discuss the future of the Litzenberg Memorial Long Term Care facility. This topic has been a focal point of community debate, with strong opinions on both sides regarding whether to place a bond proposal on the November ballot. Despite the significant anticipation, the discussion ended without change, as the motion to advance the bond proposal to voters failed by a narrow 3-4 margin.

Survey results to be unveiled at Central City Town Hall

1 year ago By News Staff
Residents of Central City are invited to participate in a pivotal Town Hall meeting where the results of the recent Community Needs Assessment Survey will be unveiled. The event is scheduled for Wednesday, September 4, at the Central City High School Commons Area. The evening will begin with a light dinner at 6:00 p.m., followed by the presentation of the survey results.

Federal funds back renewable energy, efficiency upgrades for NE ag, small business

1 year ago By News Staff
Nebraska ag producers and small businesses have until Sept. 30 to apply for the latest funding round of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Rural Energy for America Program, part of the Farm Bill providing grants and guaranteed loans for renewable energy systems or energy efficiency improvements.
Heartbreak in the Heartland: Two tragic tales of child abuse shake Central Nebraska  

Heartbreak in the Heartland: Two tragic tales of child abuse shake Central Nebraska

1 year ago By News Staff
In the span of a few short weeks, two counties in Central Nebraska have been gripped by heart-wrenching incidents of child abuse, both involving infants barely three months old. The Merrick County Sheriff’s Department and Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office have released statements detailing these shocking events, leaving communities in a state of disbelief and sorrow.
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New Superintendent Jason Brown begins first year at HPC

1 year ago By News Staff
High Plains Community has appointed a new superintendent, Jason Brown, who has taken the position after the former superintendent, Mrs. Beran, moved to Elm Creek last year. With the start of the new school year, Brown is looking forward to getting to know the area and helping the students and faculty at High Plains Community.
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