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South Fork Fire Relief Fund Established

The Chadron Community Foundation has announced the creation of the South Fork Fire Relief Fund to provide assistance to individuals, ranchers, and local fire departments impacted by the South Fork Fire in the Nebraska Pine Ridge.

Up to $5,000 Available for Rural Communities

Grants are available to communities served by Northeast Nebraska Telephone Company (NNTC) thanks to the Foundation for Rural Service (FRS). The FRS is the non-profit arm of the National Rural Broadband Association (NTCA).

Letter to the Editor

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BKR 4-H Holds Summer Reading Program

The BKR 4-H program officially kicked off their summer reading program at libraries in Springview and Bassett. This year readers are challenged to “Unearth a Story” and travel back in time through books to learn more about dinosaurs.

First Human West Nile Virus Positive Case Detected in Nebraska

North Central District Health Department (NCDHD) in coordination with Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) has confirmed the first human case of West Nile Virus (WNV) in Nebraska for the 2026 season. The case was identified within the NCDHD jurisdiction.

Living on Purpose: Our World is Not Meant to be Perfect

The Lord has given most of us a good life filled with blessings, but with me, no matter how much “stuff” we accumulate, it does not bring spiritual contentment or joy. And in all honesty, it’s not supposed to. I’ve been around a while, and lately I’m rarely pleased with anything. I realize I’m probably too picky, but I have a standard that simply wants what I pay for.