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JO CHESLEY Auxiliary Unit #59 was honored to have Taylor Ross attend our meeting on Aug. 15, 2022, and to hear her speak of her experiences of attending Girls State as a representative from our local Unit.

As incredible as it sounds, men and women took baths only twice a year (May and October). Women kept their hair covered, while men shaved their heads (because of lice and bugs) and wore wigs. Wealthy men could afford good wigs made from wool.

MARY RIDDER CMV is a little-known virus, yet more common than Down Syndrome or Sudden Infant Death Syndrome. Now that there is a state law addressing education and prevention of CMV (Cytomegalovirus), the Olivia Bailey Act can help to protect future Nebraska babies.

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.

SAVANNAH PETERSON For cattle producers, August means precondition time—the time to start preparing young calves for the stress and challenges associated with weaning.

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.

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.