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Body This past Saturday, Chapman held their Fall Festival. The event started around 10:00 am, but the cooks who were in charge of the brisket and ribs that would be served at the end of the event, got started as early as 6:00 in the morning.

Body On Monday, September 12th. The GOP of Merrick County held their meeting at the venture center. The theme that night was mostly centered on Education; with candidates Julie Hehnke and Sherry Jones there to speak, who are both running for offices related to state education.

Body Any day is a great opportunity to get out and explore all the great businesses that Central City has to offer, but Thursday night continues to be the premier night for shopping in our community.

Body 10 Years Ago With the approval of Central City High School and the City Council of Central City, senior Jennifer Jensen will join the council as an associate member in an attempt to prepare today’s youth for tomorrow’s leadership.

Body Each year roaming the sidelines at various sporting events you can find Josh Salinas who proudly serves our community as an Athletic Trainer through his employment with Bryan Merrick Medical Center.

Body This past Saturday the Merrick Arts Council returned for another exciting season and in doing so they provided a special show for many who turned out to take in the talents of the Hastings Symphony Orchestra.

Body Since the Central City Sportsman’s Club purchased the land that they previously leased from Merrick County, they have looked for ways to improve the club while also keeping safety a top priority.

Body R-N Reporter Now, as of September 9th, a new city ordinance has gone into effect. Allowing the citizens of Central City to drive alternative vehicles in city limits. This will include ATV’s, UTV’s and Golf carts.

Body Improve Tree and Shrub Health Though Fall Watering This summer has been hot, hot, hot! Lincoln had 54, 90+ F days from May through August 31st. In unwatered portions of the landscape many are seeing cracked soil - a good indication conditions are dry.

Body The Merrick County Local Chapter of the Nebraska Corn Growers Association held their first annual plot tour on Wednesday 9/7 near worms. We had about 30 area farmers tour the plot with numerous companies having seed hybrids showcased.