Just as it has in previous years, the annual Youth Ag Showcase took over the Merrick County Fairgrounds last Thursday giving Merrick County sixth graders an opportunity to explore the world of Agriculture.
Any day is a great opportunity to get out and explore all the great businesses that Central City has to offer, but Thursday night continues to be the premier night for shopping in our community.
The Clarks Public Library was the recipient of the Pilcrow Foundation grant that allowed $1300.00 worth of books to be awarded to the library. Flatland Mobile Service was a sponsor that aided in the grant process and helped the library attain the lot of children’s books.
10 Years Ago Central City fireman Rod Spiegel receives his 20-year service watch and the congratulations of Russ Kreachbaum, president of the Central City Volunteer Fire Department at Wednesday’s regular department meeting.
From August 19, to September 5, the Central City Police Department cracked down on drunk driving as they participated in the annual Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign.
With combines and grain carts heading to the fields, the Nebraska Corn Board (NCB) and the Nebraska Corn Growers Association (NeCGA) are urging farmers, residents, and drivers to take a second for safety this harvest season to protect what matters – everyone getting home safe.
Daily Activity Report Monday, September 12 Officer assisted Solt-Wagner Funeral Home with an escort. Officer responded to a citizen assist in the 1300 block of 16th Street, situation resolved.
This past Saturday, Chapman held their Fall Festival. The event started around 10:00 am, but the cooks who were in charge of the brisket and ribs that would be served at the end of the event, got started as early as 6:00 in the morning.
On Monday, September 12th. The GOP of Merrick County held their meeting at the venture center. The theme that night was mostly centered on Education; with candidates Julie Hehnke and Sherry Jones there to speak, who are both running for offices related to state education.