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This past weekend was a busy one as the Class of 2023 was honored with commencement ceremonies at Central City Public Schools, Nebraska Christian and High Plains Community. Left to right from top: Students at Nebraska Christian gather before their ceremony for a group photo complete with the traditional cap throw. Last to receive their diplomas were salutatorian Derek Pfeifer and valedictorian Elaina McHargue. Delivering one of the commencement addresses was Brielle Hamer who spoke on the impact of the Class of 2023 and also the impact of her community on the Class of 2023. Kenzie Wruble spoke to her classmates at High Plains and also made a grand exit. Jacob Nokelby spoke to the Class of ‘23 at Nebraska Christian.

The estate of the late RExford and Donna Ferris has left $126,000 to the Merrick County Historical Museum. Both Rex and Donna were active members of the museum volunteer staff.

The 2023 Merrick County 4-H Shotgun contest was held on Saturday, April 22nd at the Sportsman’s Club. 11 4-Hers attended the contest. Rex Ferris was the Grand Champion Jr shooter and Lincoln Reeves was the Reserve Champion. In the Sr. division, Nathaniel Heins received Grand Champion and Cooper Kremer received Reserve Champion.

The Central City Police Department is urging drivers to buckle up during the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) national Click It or Ticket high-visibility enforcement effort. The national seat belt campaign, which coincides with the Memorial Day holiday, runs from May 15 to June 4, 2023.