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The Nebraska State Patrol is now hiring troopers! Applications are open this month to join NSP’s next training academy class in January. “A career of opportunity is calling for anyone ready to serve the people of Nebraska,” said Colonel John Bolduc, Superintendent of the Nebraska State Patrol.

As of Aug 7, there are five males, no females, and no others in Custer County Jail. Jose Ricardo Campos - Booked on July 10 for obstructing a peace officer and driving under the influence of liquor. Sentenced.

The following calls were received by Custer County dispatch between July 28 and August 3 for the Callaway/Oconto area. July 29 - 429 RD, Callaway; Caller asked for help regarding a child.

Demolition began last week on the old Callaway swimming pool, and a week from now it is expected to all be gone. That will make way for the town’s new pool, with construction set to begin immediately following demolition.

The healthcare industry has been experiencing a shortage of staff for the past few years, and trying to recruit nurses and doctors to live and work in a small rural facility can be quite a challenge. The administration at Callaway District Hospital understands this reality all too well. That is why when they were given an opportunity to partner with an educational program that introduces soon-to-be professionals to the rural environment, they were all in.

The 2023 FCCLA National Leadership Conference (NLC) took place in Denver, Colorado from July 2-6, drawing more than 7,900 students, educators, and guests from across the nation. This gathering provided a valuable platform for attendees to expand their leadership skills, sharpen their talents, explore career pathways, and listen to inspiring speakers.

The communities of Callaway and Arnold share a number of things; sports teams and several school functions, medical professionals, and a school activities director. And each summer the towns share an event that brings a lot of people to the area - the Sandhills Open Road Challenge (SORC).

Communities across Nebraska are working to become more livable for residents of all ages. One way that Callaway is looking to do that is through internet accessibility.

Tuesday, July 25 0.000 Wednesday, July 26 0.000 Thursday, July 27 0.00 Friday, July 28 0.000 Saturday, July 29 1.300 Sunday, July 30 0.000 Monday, July 31 0.570 Total for Week 1.870 Total for This Month 4.981 Total for Year 22.219

Alexzandria Rodriguez and Jaryn Cooper of Overton announce the birth of a daughter on July 11, 2023, at Gothenburg Health. Clara Grae Cooper was born at 12:32 weighing 8 pounds 13 ounces and measuring 21.5 inches in length. Grandparents are Debra and Lupe Huaracha of Overton, Ted Cooper (deceased), Carmin Scheer of Overton, and Ernest Rodriguez of Gothenburg. Great-grandparents are MaryAnn Bierle of Lexington, William H. Crist of Long Pine, Mary Rodriguez of Gothenburg, Jan and Allan Eastwood of Callaway, and Barry Stupplebeen of Arnold.