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History Report
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Many of us have historical items tucked away somewhere, but this past Sunday some of those local items were the topic of discussion thanks to local residents who shared their story at the Merrick County Historical Museum meeting. Among them was Brad Wells (top left) who shared some pieces of local history pertaining to the Central City Volunteer Fire Department. Bill Bolte shared an item with a personal connection as did Ruth Ferris who shared a photo and story of her mother.
Continued Education
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As we enter another spirited election cycle it is time again for local voters to educate themselves before casting their ballot. The Merrick County Republicans met Monday with Janice Stuhmer beginning the meeting where Derek Oden spoke on behalf of Senator Fischer’s campaign.
Central City FFA
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On December 13th, the Central City FFA chapter attended the district’s Leadership Development Events. FFA members have been practicing for these competitions over the last few months, and their practice really paid off. The Senior Parliamentary Procedure team, which includes Sarah Musil, Dylan Church, Akeyli Bush, Charlee Ryan, Kylie Talbott, Kit Brooks, and Bailey Greving, obtained first place, qualifying them for State. Charlee Ryan also received first place, qualifying for state in Employment Skills. Eli Ferris also qualified for state in Ag Literacy Speaking, and Kalyn Talbott received alternate to state in Ag Literacy Speaking. Janaya Davis also received alternate to state in Creed Speaking. Several other members received ribbons for their hard work. Chloe Jefferson received a blue ribbon in Creed Speaking. Levi Webb received a purple ribbon, and Taylyn Greving received a blue ribbon in Senior Public Speaking. The Ag Demonstration team, which demonstrated how a planter works and how to change the seed plate and monitor, including Braiden Greving, Riley Lavene, Corbin Kyes, Bas Luebbe, and Lincoln Reeves, received a blue ribbon. Dylan Church received a blue ribbon in Junior Public Speaking. Maddie Chrisman received a red ribbon in Employment Skills, and Fyn Fasbender received a red ribbon in Junior Public Speaking. Our middle schoolers also did a great job representing the FFA chapter! Both Sam Johnson and Ellie Graham received blue ribbons for their People in Ag Posters. Ella Larkins and Hailey Brandes received blue ribbons in Discovery Speaking. Our Middle School Quiz Bowl teams also competed well throughout the morning. Congratulations to all of our hard-working members!
Reducing Radon Decreases Exposure to Lung Cancer
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Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services More than 21,000 lung cancer deaths a year are from exposure to radon gas, according to the Centers for Disease Control. Nebraska is third in the nation with the potential for high radon levels behind Iowa and Pennsylvania.
CCC announces fall Dean’s List
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(Grand Island, Neb.) – Central Community College has announced the names of full-time students who earned spots on the President’s and Dean’s honor lists for the 2023 fall semester. Students on the President’s Honor List earned a perfect 4.0 grade point average while students on the Dean’s Honor List earned a GPA between 3.5 and 3.99.
More than 150 students participating in Hastings College festival
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Hastings College will hold its 60th Annual Honor Band and 52nd Annual Honor Choir concert on Monday, January 22, at 5:30 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church in Hastings (621 N Lincoln Avenue). The concert is free and open to the public, and will be livestreamed on the Hastings College YouTube channel.
The Bible Says
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Every word of God is pure: Heisashielduntothemthatput their trust in Him. Proverbs 30:5 KJV Romans 5:12-21 KJV 12 Wherefore, as by one man sin entered into the world, and death by sin; and so death passed upon all men, for that all have sinned: 13 (For until the law sin was in the world: but sin is not imputed when there is no law.
Local students share poetry work!
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High Plains Community School’s 4th and 5th graders in Mrs. Laura Hedrick’s class recently held a Poetry Cafe after finishing up their poetry units. Each week different students poems will be published to honor their hard work!
A Biblical Message from First Christian Church
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Jesus asked his disciples, “Who do people say the Son of Man is?” They replied, “Some say John the Baptist; others say Elijah; and still others, Jeremiah or one of the prophets.” Mathew 16:13b-14 Today some people say Jesus is a fabrication, a good man, or a profit. Jesus than asked, “But what about you?” he asked.“WhodoyousayIam?” SimonPeteranswered, “You are the Messiah, the Son of the living God.” Matthew 16:15-16 Jesus went on to say that Peter’s statement was the rock on which he would build his church.