Get ready, Central City. This week, hundreds of cyclists from across the country will descend upon our community as part of BRAN 43—the 43rd annual Bicycle Ride Across Nebraska, a week-long journey that combines cycling, history, scenic beauty, and small-town hospitality.

Since 1981, BRAN has been more than just a bicycle ride. It’s a grassroots, nonprofit event that showcases the heart and soul of…