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First it was eggs and now beef is getting a bad rap, especially regarding the cost of it. The cost of cattle has gone up to where the rancher can almost see a profit and consequently the cost of beef in the grocery store has also gone up. Because this area lies right square in the heart of cattle country, and my husband is a third generation rancher, I think I have a better grip on the industry than people in Washington D.C., or the general news media as far as that goes, so my opinion differs.

The roads are full of hunters this week. With two recent grass fires this past weekend, we pray all are careful in the pastures with the terribly dry weather.

Bruin Parker Shelbourn was born November 10, to Ben and Sophie Shelbourn of Bassett. He weighed 6 lbs 13 ozs. Happy grandparents are Kent and Beth Lopez of Valentine and Scott and Janet Shelbourn of Lakeview. Congratulations to the family!

Alina M. Kilmer, Valentine, NE.

A serialized small-town mystery by BJ Roshone CHAPTER FIVE The turkey takes Main Street Just when we thought the Gobbler business was winding down, Main Street got flocked. Every shop window, mailbox, and front yard in town was covered in pink plastic flamingos — each one sporting a paper turkey tail and a tag reading: “YOU’VE BEEN GOBBLED!” Even the mayor’s yard wasn’t safe.

As Thanksgiving celebrations are being planned, many of the area’s residents are gearing up for their holiday and Christmas activities. It is a good time to reflect on our fortune,s and those of the people around us. The holidays are a time for giving thanks and showing kindness to others. The Salvation Army is dedicated to helping those in need and is asking for community volunteers to ring the red kettle bell this holiday season. Last year, roughly 20 or so local community members and organizations volunteered to stand outside, braving biting winds and chilling temperatures to ring bells asking for donations. Since the Salvation Army first began collecting donations in kettles in the late 1800s, the organization has relied on volunteers to do the bulk of its bell ringing.

The Valentine Chamber of Commerce line-up for Saturday, November 22, is as follows: • Santa is at Young’s Western Wear from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. • Parade of Lights is at 6:30 p.m., with parade entries available at KVSH.

Cherry Hills Estates Assisted Living and Independent Senior Apartments Veterans Day Program honored all past and present veterans before a large crowd of residents and visitors. Pianist, Yvonne Hollenbeck played the Star Spangled Banner to open the ceremony followed by the introduction of the veterans in attendance.

It’s that time of year! With an overnight low of 11 degrees from Sunday into Monday, it’s time to prepare ourselves, children, PETS, and vehicles! Frostbite • Damage to body tissue caused by extreme cold. • Can cause a loss of feeling and a pale appearance in the extremities.

On October 15, Cherry County Hospital marked a remarkable milestone — 50 years at its Green Street location. The celebration honored not only five decades of service in its current home, but also more than a century of commitment to quality healthcare in the Sandhills region.