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Although vision loss is typically associated with aging, people of all ages can experience issues that contribute to diminished vision. Sometimes parents may be unaware that their children have low vision or other issues compromising their sight, particularly when children are too young to verbalize their impairments. The Mayo Clinic notes additional symptoms, such as squinting while reading or holding reading material closely may be more apparent.

We can look up and be in awe at what our Creator has fashioned in the sky. We know the moon, some constellations, and can, perhaps, pick out some planets as they move across the vast heavens. But there are things stargazers know and would love to share with you, this Friday, August 2, at the Snake Campground of Merritt Reservoir. Nestled way back there, away from light pollution, they’ll share their public program that will begin as the sky is turning to dusk, so arrive before 9:00 p.m. The program will be held at the main tent, and will allow your eyes to get accustomed to the waning light.

Crazy Day will be held Saturday, August 3, 2024, and has so much more than great bargains! Let’s begin with a free will breakfast at the Vets Club at 8:00 a.m., sponsored by area churches. Sidewalk sales begin at 9:00 a.m. and conclude at 5:00 p.m. Make sure you sign your receipt when shopping at Chamber businesses for your chance to win Chamber Bucks.

Niobrara Insurance Agency, located at 234 N. Cherry Street, in Valentine recently held their Ribbon Cutting. They are licensed in Nebraska and South Dakota and, as an independent insurance agency, can shop around. “We write with many different companies so we can find the best products and price for your needs,” said Managing Agent, Alena Arendt.

It’s looking like it’s back to school time - we have Crazy Day coming up, stores have school supplies, and we know it’s nearly fair time - which all equals that time of the year. At Valentine High School, they’re busy getting classrooms back together after spring rains caused some water damage.

July 25, 2024, Lincoln - The Nebraska Environmental Trust (NET) will host two upcoming Grant Application question and answer sessions. These sessions will give a quick overview of the application process, what is expected of applicants, and a section for applicants to ask any questions they have on the process.

The American Legion District 1 Membership Tour begins July 31, 2024 with supper on your own in Ainsworth. Thursday, August 1 Ainsworth and Wood Lake, 7:00 a.m., Breakfast at Ainsworth Legion, meeting at 8:00 a.m.

The Merritt Reservoir North project is nearing completion. Slope Protection and Erosion Control has been placed.

Rodney Bordeaux, Rosebud, SD. DUI, .15+, $500 fine, jail two days, probation six months, license revoked one year, costs $50 - Deputy Renning.

LINCOLN – Attorney General Hilgers announces the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Missouri issued a preliminary injunction in Arkansas v. U.S. Department of Education halting the implementation of the Biden Administration’s new rule interpreting Title IX.