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Vape shop ordinance clears first hurdle

6 months ago By Michael Happ
Central City planning officials have given early approval to new zoning regulations that would restrict where vape shops and tobacco retailers can open within city limits. During the Central City Planning Commission’s November 3rd meeting, members voted unanimously to approve amending Section 3.3 of the city’s zoning ordinance to create a new section—8.18— to add definitions and an additional supplemental use regulation related to vape shops and tobacco retailers.
Rising costs squeeze Nebraska agriculture  

Rising costs squeeze Nebraska agriculture

6 months ago By News Staff
Nebraska’s farmers and ranchers are facing mounting financial pressures as interest rates, land values, input prices, and equipment costs continue to climb, according to a new analysis released by Nebraska Farm Bureau (NEFB). The State of Nebraska’s Farm Expenses, prepared by NEFB Economist and Policy Analyst Abygail Streff, outlines how these escalating costs are straining farm budgets and threatening the economic stability of rural communities across the state.
Pumpkins showcase creativity  

Pumpkins showcase creativity

6 months ago By Michael Rother
The Central City Public Library (CCPL) celebrated spooky season with its annual Literary Pumpkin Contest this year, encouraging patrons of all ages to express their love for literature with a decorated gourd for the chance to win some Bison Bucks. “The contest is basically comprised of our patrons taking a favorite book or graphic novel and then decorating a pumpkin or [other] gourd based on it—usually based on a character,” said CCPL Library Director Sara Lee.

FOUNDATION AWARDS $55,670 IN GRANTS

6 months ago By Michael Rother
Merrick Foundation, Inc. recently announced the recipients for its final grant cycle of 2025. The foundation set aside $169,457 for grants this year. A total of $55,670 was awarded to eleven community organizations in the final cycle. That money, Merrick Foundation Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Courtney Retzlaff said, is aimed at supporting local projects and initiatives that make a lasting impact across Merrick County.
Donald Brown United States Navy 7th Fleet on board USS Sierra AD 18 MR2 1979-1984 Wray, CO Location  

AURORA COOPERATIVE VETERANS

6 months ago By News Staff
United States Marine Corps 2nd Battalion, 3rd Marines Infantry Combat Vet on Operation Enduring Freedom & Global War on Terrorism 2008 - 2013 York Location United States Army Bradley Gunner, Mechanized Infantry DCO 2/5 Cav, 1st Calvary Division 1997 - 2003 Ong Location United States Air Force Strategic Air Command - 90th Security Police Squadron 1987 - 1991 Aurora Corporate Office.

Notes From CCPS

6 months ago By Angela Broekemier
Good morning and hello from the desk of your Central City Public School Art Teacher, Angela Broekemier. It is a surreal feeling sitting on the other side of the desk as a Central City alumnus. When I graduated from Central City a few years ago *cough cough* I didn’t realize I would find myself back in one of my old classrooms. But now that the blur of the first quarter of school has faded, I can see that I am back to serve in a town that I love to call home again. Not only is this a highlight for me, I’m excited to raise my children here with my husband, Noah, also returning to his hometown.
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