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Calving problems: When to intervene

1 year ago By Lindsay Waechter-mead, Dvm, Nebraska Extension Beef Educator
Calving season can be both exciting and challenging. While most cattle deliver calves without complications, dystocia – or difficult calving – may occur. Reviewing what normal deliveries look like, recognizing the signs of dystocia, and understanding when to call a veterinarian can help to ensure the health of the cow and calf.
Arizona Brooks  

The Brookses: A hardworking woman, a superior student, and Grant Brooks

1 year ago By Grant Brooks R-n Reporter
The name “Brooks” might ring a bell for some and feel unfamiliar to others. By the end of this story, everyone will know about this incredible family. The Brookses include Arizona Brooks: a hardworking, determined, and fiercely loyal woman; Kit Brooks: a top-tier student who gives her all—no, make that 210%—to her academics and activities; and Grant Brooks: who mostly does his own thing and happens to be a journalist. So, grab a snack, a cup of coffee, or whatever warms you on a gray winter day, and dive into the fascinating world of the Brooks family.

Remembering those we lost in 2024

1 year ago By News Staff
As 2024 draws to a close, many look forward to what the new year will bring. However, before we embrace the dawn of 2025, it’s important to reflect on those whose sunsets came this year, leaving an irreplaceable void in our community. From January through December, we honor every person whose obituary appeared in this newspaper, mentioning their names one more time as we move into the new year.
Winter Warriors For Kris Erickson his life’s work has included making sure Merrick County is ready for whatever Mother Nature throws our way each winter.  

Department of Roads ready for Old Man Winter

1 year ago By Chelsey Havenridge R-n Reporter
Merrick County spans 495 square miles, and when winter snow begins to blanket the area, a dedicated team of unsung heroes springs into action. While many associate the Merrick County Roads Department primarily with clearing bus routes, their responsibilities extend far beyond that. From assisting the city with heavy snowfall to repairing roads and laying concrete tubes for culvert placements, their work is essential to the community.

Central City’s long debated viaduct inches closer to reality

1 year ago By News Staff
Central City has always been a crossroads. From its roots as “Lone Tree” in the 1860s, when the Union Pacific Railroad first carved its way through Merrick County, to its transformation into a bustling hub at the meeting of the Lincoln Highway and Nebraska Highway 14, this community has grown alongside—and often wrestled with—its role as a vital artery for transportation. Now, nearly 160 years later, Central City stands on the brink of another major infrastructure milestone: the long-debated viaduct project.
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