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Body The Callaway Sons of the American Legion will host a Poker Night fundraiser on Saturday, Sept. 24.

Body A doctor that had been seeing an 80-year-old woman for most of her life finally retired. At her next checkup, the new doctor told her to bring a list of all the medicines that had been prescribed for her.

Body The Custer County Foundation presented a check to the Callaway Public Schools Music Department on Aug. 26. The school used the grant to help purchase a new tuba. Foundation members said they are “pretty sure” this is the first grant that has been awarded for a new tuba!

Body Having just returned from a wonderful nine days in Europe to attend the wedding of a former exchange student and visit friends, Hubby and I would like to share some tips to encourage more of you to travel there – or wherever the travel bug leads.

Body The Medicine Valley Raiders threatened to steal the championship plaque from the Lady Bobcats during the 38th Annual Seven Valleys Volleyball Tournament in Callaway, and nearly did by forcing three very close games.

Body The South Loup cross country teams traveled to Broken Bow on Saturday, Sept. 10, and brought home three high school medals and one junior high medal.

Body ELLEN MORTENSEN For decades the corner of Kimball Street and the River Road has been occupied by a gas station. Just about everyone in the area was familiar with Corner Stop, and its long-time owner, Robert Pitkin. Now the corner has a new owner, and a new look.

Body PRESS RELEASE September is Suicide Prevention & Awareness Month, and Callaway District Hospital’s Senior Life Solutions is raising awareness about suicide by hosting an Open House with a Popcorn Bar.

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Body DAWSON COUNTY EXTENSION OFFICE For some 4-H’ers, the best way to spend a late summer weekend is to compete in livestock shows at the Nebraska State Fair.