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Body Rural communities are getting help making an impact thanks to $31,800 in Heartland United Way Rural Community Impact Grants. Twenty-eight nonprofit organizations in Hamilton, Howard, Merrick and rural Hall Counties will receive grants up to $1,500 in 2025.

Body As the school year draws to a close, it’s crucial for students to maintain their focus and finish strong. Parents play a vital role in supporting this effort.

Body “And the Lord God said to the woman, “What is this you have done?” The woman said, “The serpent deceived me, and I ate.

Body Central Valley Ag (CVA) cooperative is proud to announce the approval of $3 million in Age-Based Equity redemptions for eligible member-owners who have reached at least 65 years of age as of December 31, 2024.

Body For the week ending April 13, 2025, there were 6.5 days suitable for fieldwork, according to the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service. Topsoil moisture supplies rated 32% very short, 40% short, 28% adequate, and 0% surplus.

Body From April 2–4, students from more than 200 schools gathered in Lincoln for the Nebraska FFA State Competition—a culmination of months of preparation and anticipation.

Body On Monday, March 31, the Central City DECA Chapter had the opportunity to participate in DECA Interview Night. DECA members had the opportunity to have two mock interviews with two different community members so they could see different interviewing techniques.

Body On Sunday, the Merrick Arts Council closed out its 2024-2025 season with a night of live music at the Performing Arts Center, featuring the Flatwater Jazz Orchestra and the Central Nebraska Youth Jazz Ensemble.

Body Thanks to a partnership between the Nebraska Press Association and the TeamMates Mentoring Program The Central City Republican-Nonpareil was able to deliver Kid Scoop News to local third, fourth, and fifth grade students.

Body Litzenberg Long Term Care employees gather for a celebratory moment to honor members of their staff who recently finished advanced training.