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Barb Bierman Batie Our beloved Mollie crossed the Rainbow Bridge last Wednesday evening, resting peacefully in the shade of the shop, a favorite spot of hers for many years during hot weather. At 13 she had been active up until the last week of her life, a special blessing for farm dogs, who don’t often live to such a ripe old age.

SAVANNAH PETERSON For cattle producers, August means precondition time—the time to start preparing young calves for the stress and challenges associated with weaning. While this specific management practice is not a one size fits all strategy, it is important to weigh the pros and cons: especially in an unusual year like this one.

Callaway Public Schools hosted a back to school Circus Night on Wednesday, Aug. 17.

ELLEN MORTENSEN The Callaway Village Board held a special meeting on Wednesday, Aug. 17, and invited the entire community to join them.

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During the Pioneer Picnic Car Show there was a 50/50 raffle. The winner of the drawing chose three organizations to give half of the money to. The organizations that were chosen were the Callaway Good Life Center, Callaway Fire and EMT’s, and the Callaway Chamber. Each organization received just over $100. Thank you to Lee and Phyllis Bruns for organizing the car show. Your time is appreciated!

The Custer County Fair was held from July 29 - Aug. 4, and many area youngsters showed various projects and livestock through their involvement with 4-H and FFA.

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The Callaway Chamber voted at their meeting on Aug. 2 to purchase three steel benches for the community.

Lynn and Susanne Longmore are the July Yard of the Month winners. The Longmore’s were nominated by individuals. Like the rest of Callaway, Lynn and Susanne’s yard was hit by the hail storm in early June. Her flowers seem to be coming out of it nicely! Susanne enjoys all the colors and variety of plants she has. Lynn mows and Susanne takes care of the flower beds. Here Stacy Guthard, right, presents Susanne with her Yard of the Month prize.