Sheldon Johnsen, son of Scott and Shawna Johnsen of Curtis was the recipient of the Russell Covey award. Johnsen participated in the Harlan County Fair for 16 years and considers Harlan County his home away from home.

Stamford - The Southern Valley Alma Saints Softball team had their home opener on Friday, August 20 at the Bill Dunkhas Memorial Field against Chadron. Many fans were in attendance to take part in the tailgate party sponsored by Community Bank, Stamford Insurance, Country Road Realty, and United Capital Management.

Available Tuesday and Thursday by appointment only. An equal opportunity provider Contact phone numbers include 991-1064, 991-7331, 655-1922, 991-6911, 999-9418.

Mon Aug 30 - Ham Loaf Tue Aug 31 - Pork Chops Wed Sep 1 Thu Sep 2 Fri Sep 3.

Mon Aug 30 - Roast Beef, Potatoes, Corn, Fruit Tue Aug 31 - Cook’s Choice Wed Sep 1 Thu Sep 2 Fri Sep 3.

610 Central St. Oxford Hours: Saturday & Sunday1 pm - 4 pm Call 308-655-1185 or 308-991-9821 for appointments THRIFT STORE Phone 824-9177 Monday – closed Tuesday – 1 pm - 5 pm Wednesday – 1 pm - 5 pm Thursday – 1 pm - 5 pm Friday – 1 pm - 5 pm Saturday – 10 am - 3 pm OXFORD LIBRARY Phone 308-824-3381 Monday 2 pm - 7 pm Tuesday 2 pm - 7 pm Wednesday 2 pm - 7 pm Thursday 2 pm - 7 pm Friday 9 am - 12 pm & 1 pm - 5 pm Saturday 10 am - 2 pm.

MISSION MALL Thrift Store, 509 Nebraska Ave., Arapahoe, NE Open Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays 1:00-5:00 p.m. Saturdays 9:00 am - 1:00 p.m..

RIVER VALLEY EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH - Nathan Goshert, Pastor; 1201 Elm St., Arapahoe, Ph. 962-7730.

Bingo was held on Saturday with seven residents participating. Barb Osiecki was hostess and served a delicious dessert.

Thursday, August 26: Hot beef sandwich, mashed potatoes, bean salad, vanilla pudding. Friday, August 27: Lemon fish, Au gratin potatoes, broccoli, pineapple ambrosia.