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Bosshamer Marks 30 Years with Beef Council

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Wednesday, August 5, 2026
Kearney, Neb. – The Nebraska Beef Council is proud to celebrate Executive Director Ann Marie Bosshamer as she marks 30 years of dedicated service to Nebraska’s cattle producers and the beef industry.

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For the Record: Court Report

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Wednesday, August 5, 2026
For the month of July 2026:Resendiz, Tonatiuh: speeding 16-20 mph, $200 fine Russell, Alan E: speeding 1115 mph, $250 fine Carlson, Kaden A.: DUI-alcohol 1st offense, $500 fine, 9 mos. probation, 60 days driver’s license revocation, interlock; minor in possession, $350 fine and 9 mos.

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Zoning Reform Opens Doors for Nebraska

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Wednesday, July 29, 2026
By Chrystal Blair Nebraska’s two largest cities are making it easier for homeowners to add accessory dwelling units, or ADUs, to their properties.Often called mother-in-law suites or backyard cottages, ADUs are independent living spaces with their own entrance, bathroom and cooking area.

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TAI CHI FOR ARTHRITIS

News Staff
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
August 4- October 22 10:00-11:00 a.m. Tuesdays & Thursdays St. Paul Lutheran Church 531 So. Polk St.
Delivering Results for Nebraska

Delivering Results for Nebraska

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Delivering Results for Nebraska

Adrian Smith
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
REPRESENTING YOUAs Congress begins its August work period, I’m looking forward to being back home meeting with Nebraskans across the Third District. As I prepare for my travels, I wanted to take a moment to reflect on my work for you over the past several months.
Honoring Our Korean War Veterans

Honoring Our Korean War Veterans

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Honoring Our Korean War Veterans

Deb Fischer
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
On July 27, our nation pauses to observe National Korean War Veterans Armistice Day, marking the anniversary of the 1953 signing of the Korean Armistice Agreement.
Project: Constellation is a duo, Santiago and Christina from North Dakota coming to perform and present at the Stromsburg Library.

Project: Constellation is a duo, Santiago and Christina from North Dakota coming to perform and present at the Stromsburg Library.

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Project: Constellation at Stromsburg Library

News Staff
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Project: Constellation is a duo from Grand Forks, North Dakota who will be coming to the Stromsburg Library. They are a husband/ wife team who play music, guitar and violin. Plus she writes books. Santiago grew up in Sweden.
Above: Noah Tworek (98T), of Clarks, tangles with eventual winner Logan Dougherty to capture second place in the Purestock Feature at the Polk County Fair demolition derby. Right: Jason Nuttelman and his son Devin (of Stromsburg) await the verdict as the Limited Weld entry they built undergoes tech inspection before the start of the Polk County Fair demolition derby. Photos by Eric Gregory for the Flatwater Free Press

Above: Noah Tworek (98T), of Clarks, tangles with eventual winner Logan Dougherty to capture second place in the Purestock Feature at the Polk County Fair demolition derby. Right: Jason Nuttelman and his son Devin (of Stromsburg) await the verdict as the Limited Weld entry they built undergoes tech inspection before the start of the Polk County Fair demolition derby. Photos by Eric Gregory for the Flatwater Free Press

The Polk County Fair: Home of Nebraska’s Greatest (Demolition Derby) Hits

Greg Echlin
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Reflecting on his years as a competitor, Cory Schlesinger homed in on age 15. Years before he’d win a national championship with the Huskers and play fullback in the NFL, Schlesinger came to a realization: “I’m starting to do a lot more damage and taking guys out.