The Callaway Lutheran Church will be commemorating its 50th anniversary this Sunday, July 12. The celebration will begin with its regular 9:30 a.m. service with Bishop Scott Johnson giving the sermon. A brunch will be served in the fellowship hall following the service. Everyone, especially current and former members of the church, is invited to attend the service for worship, fellowship and celebration. The Callaway Lutheran Church is a member of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America and is in Callaway at 416 South Cameron.

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As we celebrate America’s 250th anniversary this Fourth of July, let's take this opportunity to reflect on the principles that shaped our nation and the responsibility we all share in preserving them. The founding of our country was built on constitutional government, the rule of law, and individual liberty.

Is your pasture paying its way? This is a question I have heard lately with regards to changing input costs. Before your cattle hit the field, here's a quick way to check if your pasture covers its costs.

The Callaway area received a lot of moisture over the long July 4th weekend. The first rain came Friday morning when the community got about 2.25 inches of rain in about 45 minutes. Early Saturday morning, another .80 fell, making a total of 3.05 inches.

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This series and National birthday wishes are provided by the Nebraska Press Association. For me, the two most monumental and consequential events in our country's history are the American Revolution and the American Civil War.