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Cherry Hills Estates Assisted Living and Independent Senior Apartments celebrated their very own seventh annual Kentucky Derby. It was complete with roses, bet takers, roses, blanketed/numbered horses, roses, horse owners, roses, big hats, roses, refreshments, and did I say roses? What a fun afternoon of entertainment and competition.

The Sand Painters Art Club’s Artistof theMonthforJuneisAnne Liebermann of Gordon, NE. Sand Painter President Joan Swim said, “This is on honor that comes with the artist’s artwork being displayed in Security First Bank, Viaero, Sandhills State Bank, Union Bank and Mid Plains Community College in Valentine, NE.”

by Cindy Williams with the assistance of Meta AI Artificial intelligence (AI) has been hailed as a revolutionary technology, capable of transforming industries and improving lives. However, as AI becomes increasingly pervasive, it’s essential to acknowledge the potential dangers that come with its development and deployment.Fromjobdisplacement and bias, to security risks and loss of accountability, the darker side of AI poses significant challenges that must be addressed.

The 2025 Cherry County 4-H Special Foods Competition was held June 3, at the United Methodist Church in Valentine. Youth participated in a variety of categories. The day started on a sweet note with the “cupcake wars” where youth presented their most delectable recipes with a fun theme.

Northeast Community College in Norfolk has released the President’s HonorListandDean’sHonor List for both full– and part–time students for the Spring 2025 semester. To be named to the President’s Honor List, students must earn a grade point average of 4.0 and be enrolled for at least 12 credit hours.

The Cody-Kilgore fourth quarter Honor Roll is as follows: “A” Honor Roll - Gunner Ford, Cash Cooper, Kate Cox, Kynzee McConaughey, Ayden Naslund, Kayleigh Ravenscroft, Lilly Ravenscroft, James Walkling, Elliah Wolff.

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Father’s Day is a celebration of dads near and far. Falling on the third Sunday of June each year, Father’s Day presents an opportunity for families to come together and put the spotlight on fathers who work tirelessly for their children and provide them with love and support. Father’s Day also is a chance to honor the men who serve as father figures or play special roles in people’s lives.

Dean and Sheryl Noteboom and Gary and Faye Noteboom attended the wedding of Gary’s granddaughter, Leah and Austin in Canton, SD on Saturday. Leah is the daughter of Lisa Noteboom.

The North Central RC&D has activities on the June calendar, and we want you to be informed! We will have a booth at the Sandhills Ranch Expo in Bassett on Wednesday, June 18, and Thursday, June 19. Our location will be in the new Rock County Community Center, so stop by, visit with us, and soak up some air conditioning while at the Expo!