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*THE CALLAWAY COURIER THANKS JO CHESLEY FOR SUBMITTING THE FOLLOWING ARTICLE AND PHOTOS. The annual American Legion Post 59 Flag Retirement Ceremony and Phelps Family sponsored community fireworks show was moved to July 5 at the Callaway ball fields due to the rain in the area on Friday.

The following cases have been designated as Closed by the Clerk of the Custer County District Court for the month of June 2025. June 2 – Tabitha M.

This week, I want to highlight the Interim Study on the Niobrara National Scenic River, which I introduced as LR158. This study will examine the feasibility of Nebraska taking over administrative responsibility for the 76-mile stretch of the Niobrara Scenic River.

Summer is a season of warmth, light, and activity, but for older adults, it can also bring unique mental health challenges. While the sunny season offers opportunities for connection and activity, it’s important to recognize how summer impacts emotional well-being.

Back-to-school shopping can be fun, but it takes a bite out of budgets! Custer County Salvation Army wants to help with that. The Salvation Army will distribute free backpacks and school supplies at their annual Back-to-School Giveaway on Monday, July 21, from 4:30 to 6 p.m.

Give 4 Custer County was a fundraising campaign to grow philanthropy and inspire communities to come together to support the work of nonprofits in Custer County. Forty-three nonprofit organizations signed up to participate and held their own fundraisers.

50 YEARS AGO: Location and future plans for Callaway’s long-awaited street sign project will highlight the meeting of the Callaway Community Improvement Program.

Irrigation season is upon us here in Nebraska. We all know that water is important and that we need it to live.

July 4: 88/64 July 5: 91/64 July 6: 86/63 July 7: 85/64 July 8: 87/64 July 9: 86/63 July 10: 82/66.

They have been called “the Greatest Generation” those who served our nation during World War II. Few of those veterans remain, and one of them resides in Callaway.