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Graphic by Russ Pankonin, Source: Nebraska Emergency Management Agency

As of Tuesday afternoon, March 24, a total of 61 cases have been confirmed in Nebraska in 13 different counties spread throughout the state. Citizens are being asked to limit groups, wash hands often and practice social distancing.

Hospital experiencing no supply shortages for now

While officials nationwide are worried about a shortage of ventilators that may be needed by coronavirus patients, that doesn’t appear to be a problem in this area. Chase County Community Hospital CEO Abby Cyboron said while the facility has only...

Jan Schultz | Johnson Publications

Dollar General Manager Jen Fergusen stocks shelves with toilet paper last week. Dollar General is trying to keep up with the demand for toilet paper, as are other businesses.

Toilet paper still an issue in Chase County

Despite getting regular deliveries, businesses in Imperial can’t keep up with the demand for toilet paper. Quinetessa Andrews, an assistant manager at Dollar General, said their shipment of toilet paper was gone the same day it was put out. “We’re...

Jan Schultz | Johnson Publications

Dona June Ekart and husband Jack were among those who are taking advantage of the drive-up option residents have for noon meals through the Imperial Community Center. On Monday, Center Director Laura Barton hands them their meals in the parking lot.

Imperial Community Center offering drive-up service

Ever concerned about the senior population, the Imperial Community Center (ICC) has expanded its noon meal program to a drive-up service. Dave Bauerle, ICC board chairman, said the center continues to deliver Meals on Wheels to homes as before, but...

Megan Kelley | Johnson Publications

Social distancing was observed at the blood drive Tuesday. In the waiting area, chairs were spaced six feet apart.

CCS blood drive not canceled, extra disinfecting done

Chase County Schools in Imperial still held its scheduled blood drive Tuesday. The goal for Tuesday’s drive was 96 units of blood. They ended up short of that at 78 units. “I’m really amazed at the number of people (who donated),” organizer Angie...

Jan Schultz | Johnson Publications

Stan Cross of Lamar stands in front of the old historic Trinity United Methodist Church in Lamar, now closed and silent.

Lamar church featured this month on 2020 historical society calendar

Stan Cross comes from a long family line of Lamar residents. This month, he wanted to share memories of the historical church building in Lamar since it’s the March featured church on the 2020 Chase County Historical Society Calendar. Some stories...

Mallie McNair, Bryn McNair, Alexis Richmond, Mason Nordhausen, Taylor Jablonski, Kobe Clevenger

Six Chase County players on all-conference teams

Chase County’s successful 2019-20 high school basketball seasons were reflected in this year’s SPVA All-Conference selections. Six Chase County players are listed on the first and second teams on the boys’ and girls’ teams. An additional player made...

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Graphic by Russ Pankonin, Source: Nebraska Emergency Management Agency

As of Tuesday afternoon, March 24, a total of 61 cases have been confirmed in Nebraska in 13 different counties spread throughout the state. Citizens are being asked to limit groups, wash hands often and practice social distancing.

Hospital experiencing no supply shortages for now

While officials nationwide are worried about a shortage of ventilators that may be needed by coronavirus patients, that doesn’t appear to be a problem in this area.

By Tom Pantera, The Wauneta Breeze

County, city sign declarations of emergency

While Chase County is currently not under any state-mandated Directed Health Measure (DHM), both the county and the city of Imperial signed declarations of emergency.

By Megan Kelley, The Imperial Republican

Jan Schultz | Johnson Publications

Dollar General Manager Jen Fergusen stocks shelves with toilet paper last week. Dollar General is trying to keep up with the demand for toilet paper, as are other businesses.

Toilet paper still an issue in Chase County

Despite getting regular deliveries, businesses in Imperial can’t keep up with the demand for toilet paper.

By Megan Kelley, The Imperial Republican

Opinion

Letters to the Editor

While you may have some extra time on your hands these days, why not tell us about it?

Property tax relief, so close, yet so far

Tax reform in Nebraska. Has the improbable become impossible?

By J.L. Schmidt Statehouse correspondent, the Nebraska Press Association

Nebraska Strong! Here’s another challenge

Blizzards on one end of the state, floods on the other. Nebraska, now more than ever, it’s not for everyone!

By J.L. Schmidt Statehouse correspondent, the Nebraska Press Association

Sports

Mallie McNair, Bryn McNair, Alexis Richmond, Mason Nordhausen, Taylor Jablonski, Kobe Clevenger

Six Chase County players on all-conference teams

Chase County’s successful 2019-20 high school basketball seasons were reflected in this year’s SPVA All-Conference selections.

By Jan Schultz, The Imperial Republican

Imperial planning for youth wood bat tourney June 5-7

One of the extra sporting events planned in Imperial this summer June 5-7 is a youth wood bat tournament for players age 10-15.

By Jan Schultz, The Imperial Republican

Jan Schultz | Johnson Publications

As they had done all season, the Lady Longhorns asked their opponents in the district final game from Wahoo to join them in a prayer after the game.

CCS girls record one of best seasons in school history

It’s definitely one for the record books, if not at the top of it.

By Jan Schultz, The Imperial Republican

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