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Osantowski takes charge of chamber

Small business owner excited for chance to meet members The Central City Area Chamber of Commerce welcomed a new executive director this week. On Tuesday, December 2nd, after several weeks in training, Emily Osantowski officially took over the reins of the chamber from Donna Jorgensen.
EMILY OSANTOWSKI began her new role as executive director of the Central City Area Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday. Osantowski has been training to take the reins of the organization for several weeks. Photo by Jordan Coslor

Palmer one act rooted in Realism

Twenty-three students are a part of this year’s production November marks one-act play season across Nebraska, and at Palmer Public Schools, the Tigers have settled into a steady rhythm as their production moves toward the final stretch of competitions.
PALMER HIGH SCHOOL is staging A Night Under the Stars by Tracy Wells as this year’s one act play. Above, Haley Weller and Brady Myers are pictured during one of the scenes in this year’s production. Photos by Jordan Coslor

The Bible Says . . .

“And it came to pass, when he was in a certain city, behold a man full of leprosy: who seeing Jesus fell on his face, and besought him, saying, Lord, if thou wilt, thou canst make me clean.

Notes From CCPS

Andrew Stolpe • Opportunities Director Hello, Central City community! My name is Andrew Stolpe, and I serve as the Opportunities Director at Central City Public Schools.

NSP removed twenty-four drivers during holiday

Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol (NSP) removed twenty- four impaired drivers from the road during Thanksgiving weekend. From Wednesday, November 26th through Sunday, November 30th, troopers arrested twenty-four people for driving under the influence.

Building traditions around the holidays

Family traditions play an important role in strengthening family bonds, creating lasting memories, and fostering a sense of belonging. During the holidays, these traditions can offer stability, joy, and connections, especially in seasons that often feel busy or stressful.

Senator’s Note

Senator Loren Lippincott • District 34 THE RISING COST OF HEALTHCARE Healthcare costs in Nebraska are surging, mirroring national trends, but are unfortunately amplified by our state’s rural landscape and policy vulnerabilities.

Festival of Lessons and Carols next week

Nebraska Christian’s (NC) Festival of Lessons and Carols is December 12, 2025, and as a third-year participant, it is evident that the Festival promotes the elevation of musical ability, the elevation of unity, and the elevation of the opportunity to share the Gospel.

Reporting about farm life comes from firsthand experience

One of the principles of journalism is that good reporters should know their subject. Kristen Sindelar does that, as backed by the facts that were shared during the AgCeptional Women’s Conference on Friday, November 21st, at the Lifelong Learning Center on the Northeast Community College campus.
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