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UNL Awards Record Number of Degrees
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The University of Nebraska-Lincoln conferred a record 3,885 degrees during commencement exercises May 8-9. The 3,762 graduates - also a record - are from 61 countries; 45 U.S.
Custer County Votes Closely Mirror Statewide Results
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We typically do not see a high voter turnout in a primary election, especially in a mid-term election. That certainly held true in Nebraska last week, when only about 27 percent of registered voters went to the polls.
Callaway Alum Among UNL Graduates
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Isabelle Stallbaumer of Callaway, a secondary education (social studies) major, is among 21 students graduating from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln's Teacher Scholars Academy May 9 at Pinnacle Bank Arena.
Fire Relief Assistance Available
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Do you or someone you know need help recovering from the Pressey Fire? CONFIDENTIAL FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE is still available!
BLAST FROM THE PAST 50 YEARS AGO:
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Primary Election Results: County Board of Supervisors, Dist. 6 Democrats - Robert Weatherly, 147; Homer Schneringer, 71. There were no Republicans running in the primary Callaway School Board (top six move on to general election) - Ole Chesley, 263; Ronald L.
Worth Repeatin’
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Gift Ideas For Any Season When buying gifts for seniors, keep in mind that most seniors have more than their share of dusting powder and aftershave, and have run out of room for bud vases and bird feeders. Here are some practical alternatives.
Too Easily Distracted - Time to Wake Up
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I use Facebook frequently for work. I know, I know, that sounds like an excuse to be on social media - but I really do! School and community pages can be a reporter's best friend!
Class of 2026: Plans For Future And Hope
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Seventeen young men and women were celebrated at Callaway High School on Sunday, May 10, in their final activity as a collective body - the CHS Class of 2026. For their class motto, the seniors selected Jeremiah 29:11.
Upcoming Events
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The Callaway American Legion will host a Memorial Day program on Monday, May 25, at 10:30 a.m. at Rose Hill Cemetery. In case of inclement weather, the program will be held at the Callaway Community Center. The Custer County 4-H Council will meet on Monday, May 18, at 7:30 p.m.