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On Saturday, local author Alena Mentink from Stromsburg made a stop at the Central City Public Library for a book signing and meetand-greet event. From 11 a.m.

What started as a simple question turned into a full-blown community burger brawl—and I’m proud to say we saw it through to the end. When Waffles N More removed that old “Best Burger in Town” decal from their window, it stirred something in me.

Last Thursday, the representatives of Merrick County’s various townships convened to discuss the future of the townships, along with clarifying any question brought to the table.

On the surprisingly brisk evening of April 7, the Merrick County Nebraska Republicans gathered for another meeting packed with useful information concerning the constitution of the United States.

Daily Activity Report Monday, March 31 Officer assisted the Central City Ambulance in the 1700 block Of 26th Street. Officer responded to welfare check in the 2800 block of 28th Street, situation resolved.

Senior Madison Chrisman is taking a closer look at an often-overlooked area of agricultural science—passive immunity in sheep. With the American sheep industry generating over a billion dollars annually, improving lamb survival rates is both economically and scientifically important.

Hadassah Rankin was a silver medalist in persuasive speaking along with Lincoln Grantham who was a silver medalist in humorous prose. Previously district runner-up the school qualified seven events for state.

Kappa Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma Society International met in St. Paul Nebraska’s Bedhead, on March 27, 2025. President Jackie Mason called the meeting to order, minutes of the last meeting were read, and Treasurer Dianne Vorderstrasse reported the chapter’s current financial information.

Senior Sarah Musil is combining biomechanics and sports science to better understand one of the most common issues facing athletes: lower limb injuries and low back pain.

If you like jazz, big band, and swing music, be sure to attend the Flatwater Jazz Ensemble’s performance this coming Sunday, April 13 at 2:00 p.m. in the Central City Performing Arts Center.