Nebraska Library Commission Library Development Director Christa Porter recently announced the accreditation of thirty-four public libraries across Nebraska. Porter stated, “We are dedicated to helping Nebraska libraries meet Nebraskans’ information needs, opening up the world of information for citizens of all ages.

The Cambridge Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce its annual Banquet scheduled for February 14th, and members are invited to participate in selecting this year’s standout contributors. Members are encouraged to cast their votes for the two categories: - Business of the Year - Volunteer of the Year Voting is open until January 23rd.

The HomeTown Agency had a Holiday Giving Match to raise funds for the Arapahoe Food Pantry this year and the total collected plus the $1,000 match from HomeTown Agency came to $2,750.00. .

January 5, 2025 Time didn’t allow for a column last week, so I’ll take this opportunity to extend my wishes for everyone to have a Happy and Healthy New Year! One certainly couldn’t have asked for nicer weather to welcome in the new year. But one has to worry a bit about this nice weather setting the stage for a dry year.

Lexington, NE – Lexington Regional Health Center (LRHC) is excited to announce the arrival of the first baby born in 2026! On January 3, 2026, at 1:26 PM, Emma Yolanda Aguilar Roas made her debut into the world. Emma weighed 7 pounds, 11 ounces and measured 20 inches long.

Candidate filing for this May’s Nebraska Primary Election began on Monday. All incumbents candidates, except for those who serve on Village Boards, who choose to run for their office again are required to file their candidacy by Tuesday, February 17.

CAMBRIDGE, NE – HotelBrokerOne (HB1) is pleased to announce the successful sale of the Cobblestone Inn & Suites Cambridge, a 31-room hotel. The transaction was represented by Ted Holmes of HotelBrokerOne, and was the second Cobblestone sold by Holmes in Nebraska in the month of December.

Tri Valley Health System is happy to announce the arrival of the first baby born in 2026. John Cauy Ryan was born on January 3, 2026, at 1:48 p.m.

We would like you to join us for a card shower in celebration of Sharon Jones’s 85th birthday on January 10th please send cards to: Sharon Jones, P.O. Box 566, Oxford, NE 68967.

Radon Action Month, observed in January each year, is aimed at raising awareness about radon gas and its health risks. Southwest Nebraska Public Health Department (SWNPHD) works to educate the public about radon, how it is formed, where it can be found, and the health risks associated with any exposure. Many people are unaware of radon and its dangers, so this month provides an opportunity to share important information.