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Body On Sunday, March 23, a large crowd of Legion members, Auxiliary members and friends gathered at the Legion Hall as the American Legion Auxiliary Unit #59 of Callaway hosted a birthday party to celebrate the National American Legion’s 106th birthday.

Body Clayton and Meghan G’Schwind of Callaway announce the birth of a son on March 20, 2025, at Gothenburg Health. William Douglas G’Schwind was born at 9:47 weighing 6 pounds 8 ounces and measuring 19.75 inches in length. William is welcomed home by a brother, Wade Henry G’Schwind.

Body There are currently two proposed bills being reviewed by the Nebraska Legislature which could change how we tell time in our state moving forward.

Body Trisha Hewitt and Duane Childs of Cozad announce the birth of a son on March 18, 2025, at Gothenburg Health. Tate William Childs was born at 11:51 a.m. weighing 7 pounds 8.5 ounces. Tate is welcomed home by brothers Kye Hewitt and Chris Childs, and sister Siara Matthiessen.

Body The Jazz Age was in full swing, Mount Rushmore National Monument was dedicated, the Phantom of the Opera was a new hit, and The Great Gatsby was written. The year was 1925, and along with all of those highlights, it was the year that Charles Myers was born.

Body Yep, spring has arrived. I didn’t need a calendar; I saw proof of it in my back yard.

Body District 43, I’m pleased to share the latest updates from the Capitol with you. It’s been a fast-paced and productive week, and as always, keeping you informed about the work being done remains a priority.

Body Graduation day for the 15 members of the Callaway High School Class of 2025 is a little more than six weeks away. For the next few weeks we will be spotlighting each of those seniors in the Courier, leading up to our special Senior Salutes edition on May 8.

Body Members of Nebraska LEAD Program’s Class 43 recently embarked on a 10-day National Study/Travel Seminar, gaining firsthand exposure to national and regional agricultural systems, policymaking and advocacy. One of those LEAD class members is Lucy Kimball of Callaway.

Body The Livin’ Out Loud Board of Directors is excited to announce the lineup for the 2025 concert event, which once again includes some of the biggest names in Christian contemporary music. Music fans of all genres gather yearly in Gothenburg for an uplifting outdoor music festival.