When I speak with the farmers, ranchers, manufacturers, and other businesses in the Third District, a common theme is the importance of trade to our state’s economic success.

ARAPAHOE - Arapahoe High School held commencement for its Class of 2021 this weekend, rehashing memories of the past while looking to the future for the class of graduates. Pictured are family and friends posing with graduates in the post-ceremony receiving line.

Over the past two weekends, seniors have graduated at Arapahoe, Cambridge, Elwood, Southern Valley and Southwest high schools.

ARAPAHOE – Board president Lisa Anderson presided over the May 10, 2021 Arapahoe-Holbrook Board of Education meeting with all six members present.

10 years ago Superintendent Damon McDonald reported that Sydney Henry, Jessica Moore, Caitlin Tangeman, and Savannah Schaben were all selected to attend Summer Honor Program. Arlan Leising is the new treasure for the Arapahoe Fire Department.

10 years ago Cambridge General Store will have their grand opening on Thursday, May 19 with a ribbon cutting at 9:45 a.m. Salutatorian Lindsey Eubanks, daughter of Mr.

10 years ago This years Salutatorian Molly Weissant and Valedictorian Michelle Haussler at the Elwood High School. 20 years ago Fifth and Sixth graders of Elwood School participated in American Legion Auxiliary Poppy Poster contest.

10 years ago Justin Malleck is all smiles as he signs a letter of intent to play football at Doane College in Crete, NE this fall. He is the son of Brian and Carla Malleck Southwest preschool enjoyed a field trip to Cody Park and North Platte Children’s Museum.

100 Years Ago May 22, 1921 Henry Klein’s barn was totally destroyed by fire, together with the contents. Damage was $2,500.