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Well, every rain has missed us down in the river valley south of Cody, but so has the lightning and hail, so there is always a reason to be grateful. The entire countryside is haying furiously before the help returns to school.

The Sand Painters Artist of the Month for August is Denise Adcock. Her art is on display at Security First Bank, Sandhills State Bank, Union Bank, Viaero and MPCC.

Roberta R. Barnes is a painter from Nebraska working primarily in oils.

Leo Brinda Unit #90 was well-represented at the state level for the 2025 Poppy Poster contest! Kadence Bear Heels received first place in Class 1 and Jenalee Garwood received first place in Class 6. Harley Jo Thorpe received third place in Class 3. Kadence and Jenalee’s posters have advanced on to the Regional competition.

The excitement of Ranch Bronc Riding brought nine cowboys and seven Saddle Bronc riders to the Blaine County Fair Thursday evening, July 31, 2025 at Dunning. The crowd cheered for all riders.

Thedford has always been known for its cowboy culture. And this years Thomas County Fair did not disappoint.

Certified volunteer hunter and bowhunter education instructors across Nebraska host classes throughout the year, but late summer and early fall are when most classes are offered. Hunters ages 12 through 29 must take firearm hunter education to hunt any species with a firearm or air gun, and bowhunters age 12 through 29 must take bowhunter education to hunt deer, antelope, elk or bighorn sheep with a bow or crossbow.

Teresa Goshorn is on the mend from Parkinson complications and would love to hear from her friends. Her new address is: Cottonwood Villa, 450 S.

Tentative Start Date: 07/28/25 Working Days: 30 Grading, Concrete Pavement, Seeding, Miscellaneous, Electrical and General work. Work is scheduled to start for the Valentine East Project.

Sara Tinant went to Platte on Thursday where she met her sister, Mary, and friend Nancy, who had come from Brandon. They visited Ann Keech at Platte Care Center, then Mary and Nancy spent the afternoon playing and singing for the residents.