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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.

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.

The village of Clarks recently completed the first of three new homes built with the assistance of the Rural Workforce Housing Grant. After three months of dedicated fundraising, the village surpassed its initial financial goals, enabling the construction of additional housing that meets an essential community need.

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.

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.

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.

Daily Activity Report Monday, March 24 Officer responded to a disturbance in the 200 block of C Street, Situation resolved. Officer responded to a criminal mischief complaint in the 600 Block of D Avenue, disposition unknown.

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.

This is DECA’s 16th year at Central City High School! It has been so exciting to see our career student organization grow and succeed throughout these years. We have had great success, and I can only see it continue to grow.

Central City High School senior Caleb Rowe is tackling one of the most pressing issues facing our planet: global warming. As a passionate and driven young scientist, Caleb believes the solution to our growing dependence on non-renewable energy lies not just in reducing consumption, but in advancing the alternatives.