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West Nile case confirmed in state

The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) confirmed last month the first human case of West Nile virus (WNV) in Nebraska for the 2026 season. The case was identified within the North Central District Health Department jurisdiction.

Ranch Practicum spreads research, resources

A University of Nebraska– Lincoln program brings the newest agricultural research and hands-on education to ranching professionals, bolstering one of the region’s major industries in the process.
JERRY VOLESKY, professor of agronomy and horticulture and extension range and forest specialist, explains different varieties of annual forages to participants in the Nebraska Ranch Practicum. Karlie Gerlach | West Central Research, Extension and Education Center

CAR SHOW ANOTHER SUCCESS

Central City’s Lone Tree Days celebration shifted gears on Sunday, as the State Theater’s Twelfth Annual Car and Motorcycle Show rolled into town.
CARS AND MOTORCYCLES of all makes and models lined the streets of downtown Central City on Sunday for the State Theater Car and Motorcycle Show. The twelfth annual event featured eighty entries this year. Photo by Michael Happ

From Our Files

10 YEARS AGO You wouldn’t know it to look at it right this moment, but Preferred Popcorn Field at Bison Stadium is only a few scant days away from coming into its green, glorious own. Currently work continues on the drainage prior to the infill and turf layers.

Palmer bond issue now in voters’ hands

Residents of the Palmer Public Schools District are currently being asked to decide the fate of a $6.95 million bond issue. The proposal, district leaders say, is aimed at addressing long-term facility needs tied to enrollment growth, safety concerns, and aging infrastructure.
RESIDENTS of the Palmer Public Schools District are currently being asked to decide the fate of a $6.95 million bond issue. The proposal is aimed at addressing long-term facility needs tied to enrollment growth, safety concerns, and aging infrastructure. Courtesy Photo

LONE TREE DAYS THIS WEEKEND

Central City’s annual Lone Tree Days celebration, themed America 250, is already underway. Having kicked off on Thursday, July 2nd, it continues through Sunday, July 5th.

Three SRAs will allow fireworks on July 4th

Guests at three state recreation areas will be allowed to touch off fireworks on the Fourth of July, according to the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission. Those visitors should use caution when lighting fireworks.
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