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Tomato sauce is a staple in Italian cooking and other cuisines. Many families have special recipes for their own tomato sauces. Such sauces are served during leisurely Sunday afternoon meals featuring pasta and meats.

Daily Activity Report Monday, July 24 Officer responded to stray dog complaint in the area of 28th Street and 21st Avenue, disposition unknown. Officer responded to a citizen assist in the 800 block of D Street, disposition.

The Fonner Park State 4-H Horse Expo was held in Grand Island July 15-19, 2023. There were 245 exhibitors, 384 horses, 1333 entries representing over 50 Nebraska Counties.

In the midst of Nebraska’s sprawling cornfields, the Merrick County Fair is an annual spectacle, painting a vibrant tableau of rural American life. This year’s fair, running from July 29th to August 2nd, has emerged as a showcase of community spirit, agricultural excellence, and timeless enjoyment.

On Saturday, July 29, the EAA or Experimental Aircraft Association, had their special Young Eagles rally out at the Central City Municipal Airport. Kids ages 8 to 17 were able to come out and learn all about the aviation industry and planes.

US Senator Deb Fischer started her August recess on a high note by making her first stop at the Merrick County Fair on Monday, which kicks off her three-week tour of around 25-30 communities in the state.

As the host of the B5 Area Legion Baseball Tournament, Central City American Legion Post #6 knocked it out of the park.

Dealing with septic tank issues can quickly become a messy and unfortunate situation, leading to overflowing puddles and a halt in household water usage. Fortunately, residents in Merrick and surrounding counties have a reliable option to turn to - Blackwater Pumping.

When Seth Hower stood in the rain, on stage, at his Nebraska Christian outdoor graduation, clutching a roll of toilet paper, little did he know that he would become a senior pastor at the tender age of 21.

10 Years Ago The Central City Rural Fire District Board has approved the construction of a new fire station to be located on the former Hilder Implement property, west of Herk’s Welding.