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On Sunday, January 21, the Merrick County Historical Museum held a presentation at the venture center. They had a special theme for the day on Heritage Treasures in a show and tell format. The meeting started with an election for Six officers for the Board of Directors for the Museum.

As Merrick County navigates through the brisk chill of winter, the community’s calendar sees adjustments to ensure safety and accessibility for all residents. Weather-related rescheduling is an exercise in adaptability and resilience for event organizers and attendees alike.

Apprentice spirit set dancers Faith Campa and Jessica Ohlman show off their moves during halftime of Saturday’s Central City Bison girls’ basketball game after a full week of training with the CCHS cheerleading squad.

Corn for grain production in Nebraska based on year-end surveys is estimated at 1.73 billion bushels, up 19% from 2022, according to the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service. Yield of 182 bushels per acre is up 17 bushels from last year.

Encouraging results of new data-driven fertigation, the spring weather forecast, and the Perkins Canal will all be featured at Central Platte NRD’s Annual Water Programs Update to be held Tuesday, February 6, 2024, at the Merrick County Fairgrounds in Central City.

High Plains Community School’s 4th and 5th graders in Mrs. Laura Hedrick’s class recently held a Poetry Cafe after finishing up their poetry units. Each week different students poems will be published to honor their hard work!

Every word of God is pure: Heisashielduntothemthatput their trust in Him.

Daily Activity Report Monday, January 8 Officer made traffic stop on subject ,subject arrested for Driving Under Suspension. Officer assisted the Central City Ambulance in the 1900 block of 26th Street.

The Merrick County Board of Supervisors held a rescheduled meeting on Wednesday, addressing a comprehensive agenda that included organizational changes, fiscal policies, and community service updates.

As the Central City Area Chamber of Commerce prepares to host its much-anticipated annual Gala, attendees are buzzing with excitement for what promises to be an enchanting evening filled with mystery, recognition, and a strong sense of community.