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Body Studies have widely shown that developing a child’s reading skills sets them up for success in their educational process for the rest of their school years and beyond. In this world of technology, finding ways to make kids want to pick up a book and read can be a challenge.

Body The Callaway American Legion Auxiliary monthly meeting started at 6:30 at the Callaway Legion Hall on Oct. 4, 2024. Our President was absent, so our Vice President Cora Belew called the meeting to order. Our chaplain Joyce read the prayer.

Body The 2024 General Election is just five days away, but many people have been working behind the scenes for months in preparation for the day. The Secretary of State serves as Nebraska’s chief election officer.

Body Annual Trunk-or-Treat Today Today is Halloween, and the Callaway community wants to create fun memories of the day for both children and adults. The annual Trunk-or-Treat will be held downtown from 4-5 p.m.

Body All who knew Jobeth Troxel knew she loved Halloween. Her vast collection of decorations was proof of that.

Body One in eight women will develop breast cancer in her lifetime. It is a frightening and sobering statistic, and while it is something we should be aware of at all times these kinds of statistics get a little more recognition during the month of October.

Body October is Depression Awareness Month. Helping someone with depression involves providing emotional support, understanding, and practical assistance. Here are some effective ways to support someone who is experiencing depression:

Body Cindy and I went comet watching last night. It’s been a while since we’ve done that. I was vaguely aware of the comet but didn’t think it was bright enough to see just yet. Then Archie Rickertsen sent me photos of the comet. His pictures were great! I had to go out myself.

Body The temporary open fire ban at Nebraska Game and Parks locations is continuing due to widespread drought and dry fuels, persistent fire weather patterns and the danger of human-caused wildfires.

Body Nebraska Secretary of State Bob Evnen recently directed county clerks and election commissioners to immediately begin permitting felons who have completed their sentences to register to vote in accordance with LB20.