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Diane Stamm | Johnson Publications

A timed exposure used in this carnival photo Thursday night produces a smiley face as the Heart of America Carnvial ferris wheel rotates.

Jan Schulz | Johnson Publications

Those with tickets to the two Chase County Fair concerts last weekend had a real variety of entertainment. Friday headliner Hairball thrilled rock music fans, depicting artists including KISS, above. On Saturday, country music star Granger Smith headlined the show. As with most of his shows, he ends by bringing out his alter ego, Earl Dibbles Jr. This young man, who dressed the part, was pulled up on stage as the crowd sung along.

Russ Pankonin | Johnson Publications

Fair’s rock, country concerts entertain thousands; 11% increase at carnival

After a 2020 year with most Chase County Fair events cancelled, the return of a full week-long 2021 event was highly anticipated.
It didn’t disappoint.

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Manor, Parkview-Heights has new administrator

The Imperial city council met Monday night and approved the hiring of Lynne West as the new administrator for Imperial Manor and Parkview-Heights.

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School board delays approval of academic standards policy

Health standards proposed by the NE Department of Education have been a regular topic at recent CCS board meetings.

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Seven area bikers participated in the U.S. Poker Run from Port, Charlotte, Florida to Sturgis, South Dakota, setting a new world record for the Poker Run. Representing southwest Nebraska on the ride were, from left, Brad Dinnel, Jason Speck, Brent Bussell, Tracy and Dwight Coleman, Kyle Norman and Brian McNeff.

ABATE members ride in record-setting poker run

Seven motorcycle enthusiasts, members of the local ABATE of NE (American Bikers Aiming Toward Education) participated in the U.S. Poker Run held July 30 to Aug. 6.