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For 80 years now the normally sleepy early morning streets of Grand Island have come to life with the sites and sounds of our areas largest parade. The day is a big one for many, including many local residents who make their way to Grand Island each year for the Harvest of Harmony Parade.

Small Town Market Days was nothing more than one man’s idea just a short time ago, but the event now is ready to make a big return to highlight the outstanding retail options found in the communities of Central City, Aurora and Stromsburg.

As fall arrives and the weather gets cooler, Farmers are starting to get into the field to begin harvesting after servicing and getting ready their combines and other equipment.

Monday evening local residents including a large group of local child care providers, gathered at the Prairie Creek Winery for a debate and open question forum featuring District 34 legislative candidates Micheal Reimers and Loren Lippincott.

10 Years Ago Former Merrick County Sheriff, Merrick County Supervisor and 60 year member of the Central City Volunteer Fire Department, Daniel Roy “Dan” Schneiderheinz died on Monday at the Veteran’s Hospital.

In recent meetings ARPA Funds, road paving and Long Term Care renovations have been a large topic of conversation for Merrick County Supervisors, but this time around the conversation would shift for a much quicker meeting.

Left to right from top left: Raise your hand if you had fun at the Youth Ag Showcase? We are pretty sure this group of students from Nebraska Christian did as they were able to learn all about agriculture.

The Central City High School softball team has been on a roll this month, so much so that they still have not lost a game during the entire month of September.

Daily Activity Report Monday, September 19 Officer responded to a traffic complaint in the area of Highway 14 and 13th Street, officer followed vehicle no violations observed. Officer responded to a citizen assist in the 1600 block of 16th Avenue, Situation resolved.

Clarks is a community known for pride in their village, but even more so, pride in their country. All across the village you will see the support of the community when it comes to thanking those who answer the call and keep our land free.