Body 25 Years Ago-July 18, 1996 Welcome to the Furnas County Fair, July 22- 27.

Body 100 Years Ago-July 21, 1921 Ruben Pettijohn threw three professional wrestlers who were taking on all corners at a sideshow. Weighing only 133 pounds, Pettijohn was A.E.F.

Body Anticipation and excitement is arising in Harlan County. Yes, it is that time of year again where the fairgrounds in Orleans will come alive.

Body BEAVER CITY – Mayor Leighton Schmidt presided over the regular City Council meeting on July 19, 2021, with all six council members—Quinn Barnas, Kevin Harper, Chris Joppa, Roger Powell, Russell Rickert, and Becky Robinson—present.

Body Furnas County Extension is proud to announce Haiden Garey’s achievement in the Next Chapter Program. She has completed Chapter 1 of Four Chapters offered by the program.

Body Tri Valley Health System was a recipient of a $5,580 grant from the Nebraska Plains Healthcare Coalition (NPHCC) for the purchase of 20 handheld emergency radios. NPHCC is one of six coalitions across the state that assist healthcare entities with disaster planning and response.

Body The Cambridge Board of Education met in regular session on Monday, July 12, 2021. Board Member Sally Farquhar was not preset for the meeting. Shortly after calling the meeting to order, the Board went into executive session to discuss personnel.

Body BARTLEY - The Southwest Board of Education met Monday to approve the addition of a girls wrestling program as well as some policy updates as suggested by the school’s attorneys. The Board discussed the addition of a girls’ wrestling team.

Body Wellness McCook Initiative leaders are seeking information on physical activity improvement projects community members are currently planning.

Body ARAPAHOE – The Arapahoe-Holbrook Board of Education meeting was held on July 12, 2021, with President Lisa Anderson presiding. In addition to Anderson, all five other board members were present: Chad Carpenter, Erick Lee, Brad Schutz, Dan Warner, and Rodney Whipple.