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When the Declaration of Independence was signed on July 4, 1776, the American colonies still needed to win the Revolutionary War to truly gain their independence from the British Empire. The war continued another seven years until September 3, 1783.

As America emerges from the Fourth of July weekend, there’s another important reminder this month of why we should cherish our freedom and liberty. July marks the 100th anniversary of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP).

The 2021 Prairie Pioneer Days kicked off last Friday, July 2md with the Health Fair. The two days of fun ended with a slow pitch softball tournament and firework show at the Arapahoe ballfield the night of Saturday, July 3rd. Grand Marshalls of the parade were (left photo) John and Ingrid Tangeman.

100 Years Ago June 30, 1921 It is estimated that it will cost Nebraskans $500,000 to equip their automobile headlights with the no-glare lenses required by law after July 23. Almost three weeks without rain and some high temperatures made a half-inch shower more than welcome.

25 Years Ago June 27, 1996 Dennis Chesterman and Rick Bieghler are pictured with a 25-year service award presented to the Beaver City Power Plant from the National Weather Service Office in Hastings for their contributions as local weather observers.

10 years ago Irene Vandament said she is honored to be Grand Marshal for the Fourth of July Prairie Pioneer Days parade. 20 years ago It started with a dream George Probasco conceived the idea of an Outdoor Classroom almost eight years ago.

10 years ago The Furnas County Relay for Life, raised more than $40,000 with donations and some are still coming in and being counted. There were more than 100 in attendance, and 40 cancer survivors.