Fireworks fundraiser benefits memorial

Fireworks are a staple of the July 4 holiday. This year, your pyro-mania can benefit the Nance County Veterans Memorial.A fireworks fundraiser is underway until July 4 and all money raised will go toward the Veterans Park.

More banks accept donations after fire

GENOA — There are two more places to send donations to help a Nance County family following a house fire earlier this month.The fire started after lightning struck the house near one of the bedrooms.

Nominations now being accepted for USDA Farm Service Agency County Committee

CENTRAL CITY — U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) Executive Director Lorrie Robinson in Nance County is reminding farmers, ranchers and landowners that nominations are now open for the 2024 FSA County Committee election.

Rainy May and June months ease drought of past couple of years

6.53 INCHESMAY 2024 RAIN JUNE 2024 RAIN (SO FAR)LOOKING BACK . . .MAY 2023 RAIN3.08 INCHES1.71 INCHESJUNE 2023 RAIN

Twin River to discuss counselor’s contract

GENOA — The Twin River Board of Education will hold a special meeting at noon on Thursday, June 27 to discuss the contract of Twin River Counselor Dan Koziol.The board will hold a hearing to consider the cancellation or continuation of the employment of Koziol.

Donations accepted following house fire

GENOA— Donations are being accepted at the Genoa Community Bank following a house fire at Ben and Audrey Bakewell’s house in Genoa.The fire started after lightning struck the house near one of the bedrooms.

Hebda, Norman shine as all-stars

Aiden Norman (left) and Kirk Hebda represented Nance County on Saturday in the 47th annual Sertoma 8-Man Football All-Star Classic. The game was held on the campus of Hastings College.Norman was on the West All-Stars, utilized primarily as a fullback.