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Body One of the area highlights of the summer is on tap for this weekend, as the smell of smokers and BBQ will once again fill the air in Oconto, beckoning hundreds of people to wet their taste buds. The famous Oconto Blowin' The Doors Off BBQ is Saturday, June 3.

Body Last week we paid tribute to Wendy Dockweiler for serving as a teacher in the Callaway school district for 30 years. This week we feature Jarod Rush and Bob Keeney, both of whom have also taught here for 30 years and for Bob, this was his last.

Body Spring is here, and as the trees and grass turn green and flowers begin to bloom, outdoor green thumbs are back in their happy place! Beginning in June nominations will be taken for the “Best Yard of the Month” contest, which will run through September.

Body Callaway Christian Academy is now accepting enrollments for summer childcare AND after school childcare for the 2023-2024 school year! There are only eight spots available, so be sure to call or message to get your child enrolled!

Body The 1st Annual Rosy for Saints and Sinners 4-Person Golf Scramble in memory of Nathan Rosentrater, will be held on Sunday, June 11, at the Broken Bow Country Club. The scramble will get underway at 10 a.m.

Body As of May 26, there are four males, one female, and no others in Custer County Jail. Glen Willard Jenkins - Booked Aug.

Body The following calls were received by Custer County dispatch between May 19 and May 25 for the Callaway/ Oconto area. May 20 – HWY 40, Oconto; Abandoned 911 call.

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Body For many of us, Memorial Day is a time we gather with family for picnics, barbecues and campouts.