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Statement by Mark McHargue, President, regarding President Trump’s recent trade actions

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With the economic futures of Nebraska’s farm and ranch families at stake, it is imperative increased market access and barrier elimination be our ultimate goal in the months ahead. Unfortunately, after four years of complete inaction, we have seen the U.S. agricultural trade deficit reach historic levels as other countries continued to expand trade while we sat still. President Trump and USDA Secretary Rollins have repeatedly promised to level the playing-field and expand markets for farmers and ranchers when it comes to international trade, and we hold them to that promise. However, we fear yesterday’s announced plan to increase tariffs threatens the economic future of farm and ranch families who have lost money on most major crops for the past three years.

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Wesley Wahlgren, district engineer for the 2016 widening, resurfacing and reconstruction project along a nearly five mile stretch of Highway 14, discusses access strategies with concerned landowners Don and Judy Ritta at Tuesday’s Dept. of Roads sponsored meeting in Central City.
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Our Dirty Water: Emails reveal Nebraska leaders cast doubt on nitrate research; former employee says state regulator always on ‘back foot’

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In 2022, University of Nebraska Medical Center researchers published a study showing a correlation between rural areas with high levels of nitrate in water and high rates of childhood cancer. That study drew suspicion from an interesting source: the state’s top drinking water administrator, Sue Dempsey.
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Hastings College announces 2025 Central Region Science Fair results

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Nearly 100 projects were entered by students in the Central Regional Science Fair for the Nebraska Junior Academy of Sciences on Wednesday, April 2. The fair, which was moved to April due to poor weather in March, was hosted by Hastings College and held at the Morrison-Reeves Science Center on campus.
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First graders step into the shoes of community helpers

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Last week, first graders from Central City Elementary took to the streets—on foot and full of curiosity—as they participated in a weeklong exploration of what it means to be a community helper. Students from the classrooms of Mrs. Bankson, Mrs. Hohensee, and Mrs. Huebert visited several local establishments to learn firsthand how different places contribute to the well-being of Central City.
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‘Anastasia’ shines in Central City with grace, power, and heart

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The curtain has closed on Central City High School’s spring musical, but the brilliance of Anastasia still echoes through the halls of the Performing Arts Center. With nearly packed houses, stunning performances, and a full orchestra on full display, the production was a resounding success that earned glowing praise from the community.
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Central City

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Tiny Bison Head Start The Central City Head Start - Tiny Bison Preschool is now accepting applications for the 2025-2026 school year. We have two full day sessions of 20 students each.
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State DECA

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The Central City High School DECA chapter had the privilege to go compete at the State Career Development Conference from March 20-22. Central City had nine students that competed at the State Conference. Each student chose an event that they learned about through a high school class they have taken and possibly also through their jobs. Caleb Rowe and Christian Cole both competed in Accounting Applications. Gracie Vakiner & Londyn Fisher competed in Business Law. Dominic Fristoe and Fyn Fasbender competed in Quick Service Restaurant Management. Luke McHargue competed in Sports and Entertainment Marketing. Alyssa Wood & Julia Buss competed in Hospitality Services.