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The Nebraska State Fair wrapped up its 2025 run with a total attendance of 334,383, marking an increase of six percent year over year. Opening weekend was bolstered by phenomenal weather, with Saturday and Sunday providing some of the best conditions the Fair has seen in recent years.

As harvest season approaches, the Nebraska Corn Board (NCB) and Nebraska Corn Growers Association (NeCGA) are reminding farmers, rural communities and motorists to prioritize safety during National Farm Safety and Health Week, September 21st until September 27th. This year’s theme, “Safety First, Avoid the Worst,” highlights the importance of taking proactive steps to prevent accidents during one of the busiest and most dangerous times of the year in agriculture.

A little over one month ago, just under a year since construction began, State Farm Insurance in Central City moved into a new building on main street. The agency’s new home at 301 G Street is just “one block” up the street from its former home.

Pair was inducted Friday night at halftime of Bison’s football game Two individuals were inducted as members of the Central City Athletic Hall of Fame Class of 2025 during a special induction ceremony held on Friday night, during halftime of the Bison’s football game against Ord at Preferred Popcorn Field in Central City. Members of this year’s hall of fame class include Harold Wilder and Zach Reeves.

Ravenna gave Central City their best shot in last Thursday’s regular season opener, but on their home court, the Bison rallied late to earn a 3-1 victory over the Bluejays. “It’s always good to get the first win and to just get all of those jitters out,” Head Coach Heather Negus said.

Central City limits Ord to one first down in first half Expectations are high for Central City this football season. Last Friday evening, the Bison lived up to the hype in their season opener against fifth-rated Ord, downing the Chanticleers in dominant fashion 38-7.