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Senator Loren Lippincott • District 34 Motherhood and intact families—homes with a married mother and father raising children together—form a strong foundation for American culture. In our busy modern world, however, these fundamental truths sometimes get overlooked or purposely ignored.

Nebraska net farm income is projected to increase by twelve percent in 2026, reaching a record $9.96 billion, according to the latest projections from the University of Nebraska— Lincoln and the University of Missouri.

After the better part of thirty-two years working for Dinsdale Express (DXI), Four Seasons Ag, and Dinsdale Brothers, Office Manager Moe Christensen is retiring.

10 YEARS AGO Central City Public Schools Students of the Month for April 2016 are: Brad Schoch, Kaylee Eberle, Shane Stan, Rylie Young, Brooklyn Richardson and Bas Luebbe. Elaine Wischmeier’s annual music recital was held on May 1st.

Burbach has netted Stampede Softball nearly $30,000 with effort A Central City man, with help from generous donors from across the area, has raised nearly $30,000 for the Central City Stampede softball team.

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With just one week remaining before the May 12th primary, Merrick County voters are beginning to see ballots arrive for the allmail election. Election officials are anticipating strong turnout driven primarily by several competitive local races.

STUDENTS AT PALMER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL got a jumpstart on celebrating America’s 250th birthday on Monday night during the elementary spring concert.

Nebraska Public Media’s local television series What If…Nebraska returns in May with new stories highlighting innovation, creativity and entrepreneurship across the state. The seventh season premieres at 8:00 p.m.

Merrick Foundation is excited to announce the recipients of our 2nd Quarter 2026 grant cycle. These grants support projects and programs that strengthen communities, create opportunities for youth, and enhance quality of life across Merrick County.