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Heather Francis assisted Khoreen Vetter in showing a turtle to those in attendance of the 2019 SCORE Camp. The animal viewings were one of many programs that year.

S.C.O.R.E. Camp leaves behind lasting legacy
When Sue Renken approached her in 1986 about a science camp for her son, Marla Smith had no idea what lay ahead. Smith had ideas about day camps and park visits while Renken had a vision that was on a much grander scale. What transpired is a 35-year...
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Alan Carman | The Imperial Republican

When Simply Jazz finished their performance, all the seniors presented Agnes Strand with gifts for thier appreciation of her mentoring and inspiring each of them to commit to chase thier dreams. This was the final concert for Strand, as she is retiring from teaching at the end of this year.

CCS end of year concert
Above, when Simply Jazz finished their performance, all the seniors presented Agnes Strand with gifts for thier appreciation of her mentoring and inspiring each of them to commit to chase thier dreams. This was the final concert for Strand, as she...
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Receiving the Excellence in Detention Facility Operations award at the jail conference in Kearney, April 18 were (l-r) Chuck Bartholomew, dispatcher, Kim Bartholomew, Head Dispatcher, Jacci Brown, County Commissioner, Sheriff Kevin Mueller and Denny Macomber, Jail Standards.

Local jail receives standards of excellence in detention facility operations award at conference
    On April 18, the Nebraska Jail Standards held their annual jail conference in Kearney, Nebraska. Each year they present one award for the entire state to a jail facility that has done an excellent job operating their jail.    The winner for 2023...
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Alan Carman | The Imperial Republican
The group receiving their honarary chapter degrees were: Mr. and Mrs. Eric Wiest, Chad Yaw, Luke Tyerman and Allison Pryor, Amber Yaw, Mr. and Mrs. Rob Schilke, Mr. and Mrs. Octavio Aragon and Mr. and Mrs. Jason Heermann.

Imperial FFA holds annual banquet
    Saturday, April 27, the Imperial FFA Chapter held it’s annual banquet in the CCS Auditorium. The night kicked off with a welcome from Chapter President, Mason Tyerman, followed by the banquet meal in the commons area.    All members and guests...

Local News

Commissioners move forward with several improvement projects, seek new bids

April 9th meeting

By Tayler May, The Imperial Republican

Photo ID required to vote

Beginning with the upcoming Primary Election on May 14, voters are now required to present photo ID in order to vote. There are several acceptable forms of ID that may be used.

By Tayler May, The Imperial Republican

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Heather Francis assisted Khoreen Vetter in showing a turtle to those in attendance of the 2019 SCORE Camp. The animal viewings were one of many programs that year.

S.C.O.R.E. Camp leaves behind lasting legacy

When Sue Renken approached her in 1986 about a science camp for her son, Marla Smith had no idea what lay ahead.

By Tayler May, The Imperial Republican

Opinion

A fond farewell to the news desk

I   had just started working at The Imperial Republican that June in 1977, and was in the front office when a local resident walked in and wanted to renew her subscription.

By Jan Schultz, The Imperial Republican Managing Editor

Is Imperial up to another challenge?

Imperial and Chase County really turned out in recent weeks and months, responding to several fundraising efforts, one of which will bring in more than $135,000 to local nonprofits and other organi

By Jan Schultz, The Imperial Republican Managing Editor

Lots of ways to support community this week

It’s going to be a busy weekend in Imperial with so much going on. What’s great about it is that these events will help all of us support our local community.

By Jan Schultz, The Imperial Republican Managing Editor

Sports

CCS students compete in Hyannis, Arthur rodeos

Local students headed up north to Hyannis on Saturday, April 27 to compete in several rodeo events. The rodeo was held at the Grant County Fairgrounds.

By Tayler May, The Imperial Republican

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Chase County freshman Avery Beemer sets the school record and meet record with a vault of 10’9”.

Girls track first at DCS Twilight, Beemer sets new school record

    Freshman Avery Beemer cleared 10’ 9” to set a new school record, taking out Peyton Feidler’s old record of 10’ 8” and win the pole vault competition at the DCS Twilight meet Friday, May 3.

By Alan Carman, The Imperial Republican

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Draven Miner surveys the field before his throw in the discus.

Broncos battle at RPAC, Best of the Midwest

The Wauneta-Palisade track teams continues to see elite competition each week as the end of the regular season approaches.

By Diane Stamm For The Imperial Republican

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