The Independence Day compromise of 2023 in Alliance, I believe, shaved a few days of firecrackers, sparklers and artillery shells off the calendar compared
Editorials
Reflections for the Week of June 26-30
Fire: • Three retail firework stand permits were issued. • HazMat Operations Level Training continues with the State practical skills exam tentatively scheduled for
Edward Henry Kooper Obituary
Edward Henry Kooper, died Monday, June 12, 2023 at his home in Alliance. He was 101. He was born March 27, 1922 near Bingham,
Fourth of July Activities
The first week in July is a great time to be in Western Nebraska! Area communities have magnificent fireworks displays celebrating Independence Day, July
Prairie Doc Perspective: Make the Change for Yourself. Prevent High Cholesterol
By Marissia Schaefer, CNP Many of us have likely been educated on how to be healthier, which includes the foods we should consume, and
Washington Report: A Farm Bill for Nebraska
The significance of the agriculture industry to Nebraska’s Third District cannot be overstated. As the nation’s leading congressional district in market value of agriculture
Reflections for the Week of June 19-23
Police Admin: • Meetings: Tina Rowe, Terawe, Central Square, 911 Eye, CALEA, Prepared 911. Police Communications/Intelligence: • Coordinated 669 calls for service. • Completed
Shopping
The shopping gene is rampant in our family, but it skipped my generation. Burnout occurred before I was school age. A couple of times
Farm Bill Progress
This Monday, I had another opportunity to hear directly from Nebraska producers about this year’s Farm Bill. The Farm Bill is a pivotal package
Blast from the Past June 21, 2023
130 Years Ago June 23, 1893 Carpenter H. C. Richards says they had a small cyclone down at his place four miles south of








