The Bible Says
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Blessed is the nation whose God is the LORD, The people He has chosen as His own inheritance. Psalm 119:169-176 TAU 169 Let my cry come before You, O LORD; Give me understanding according to Your word.
Lifestyle
Fire hydrant flushing scheduled for Oct. 3-7
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The Central City Water Department will begin its annual fall fire hydrant flushing Monday October 3-7. The purpose is to remove iron and manganese build ups in the mains, and to ensure all fire hydrants are operating properly. If you notice discolored water refrain from doing laundry until it clears up. You may also want to isolate ice makers to avoid clogging filters. The water is bacteria free but you should avoid drinking it if it is extremely discolored. Thank you for your patience during this time. if you require additional information, you can call the water Dept. at 308.940.1153.
SCHOOL MENUS
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ELEMENTARY Thurs., Sept. 22: Breakfast: Omelet w/wrap, peaches.
Iraqi Veteran Ph.D. Candidate Pursues
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Jamie Gustafson said her six-year enlistment in the U.S. Air Force and deployment for Iraqi Freedom taught her the value of community.
The Bible Says
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Blessed is the nation whose God is the LORD, The people He has chosen as His own inheritance. Psalm 119:161-168 SHIN 161 Princes persecute me without a cause, But my heart stands in awe of Your word.
Nebraska Horticulture
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Lancaster County Extension Educator Greenbrier - A Thorny Invader Whenever woody weeds appear in a landscape, they can be especially challenging to control. Common woody weeds include tree seedlings, buckthorn, multiflora rose, ornamental pear, tartarian honeysuckle, poison ivy vines and greenbrier.
Irrigation Transfer Requests Accepted Starting September 1st
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The Central Platte Natural Resources District (CPNRD) will start taking applications to transfer irrigated acres for the 2023 growing season on September 1, 2022. The application period will end on March 1, 2023.
MAC Show
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The Hastings Symphony Orchestra will be presenting the first show for Merrick Arts Council’s new season this Saturday, September 10 at 3:00 p.m. Their performance will be a light-hearted show of “Greatest Hits” under the direction of Dr. Byron Jensen.
Drive thru Foodbank Sept. 10
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The Mobile Food Pantry will be held at the Merrick County Fairgrounds, 1780 Fairgrounds Rd., Central City, on September 10, 2022 in the parking lot from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
CCPL Summer Reading Program a success
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CCPL Youth Librarian The 2022 Oceans of Possibilities Summer Reading Program was busy with lots of programs attended and many, many minutes read! The most attended program held was Magician Jeff Quinn with around 170 adults and children. This program was supported by the Merrick Foundation with a grant awarded to us given by Ed and Laurie Dexter.