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Daily Activity Report Monday, September 12 Officer assisted Solt-Wagner Funeral Home with an escort. Officer responded to a citizen assist in the 1300 block of 16th Street, situation resolved.

This past Saturday, Chapman held their Fall Festival. The event started around 10:00 am, but the cooks who were in charge of the brisket and ribs that would be served at the end of the event, got started as early as 6:00 in the morning. Many local vendors were brought to the event, and many classic cars were brought to the event for the car show.

On Monday, September 12th. The GOP of Merrick County held their meeting at the venture center. The theme that night was mostly centered on Education; with candidates Julie Hehnke and Sherry Jones there to speak, who are both running for offices related to state education. With the General Election coming up on November 8th and some changes in leadership in the state republican party, there was a lot to talk about.

Any day is a great opportunity to get out and explore all the great businesses that Central City has to offer, but Thursday night continues to be the premier night for shopping in our community. Now with two successful weeks under their belt, participating businesses look to keep gaining momentum as they continue the Thursday Night Lights shopping experience.

Each year roaming the sidelines at various sporting events you can find Josh Salinas who proudly serves our community as an Athletic Trainer through his employment with Bryan Merrick Medical Center. Over the course of his time in the community, Salinas has worked with many athletes to get them back in the game following an injury.

This past Saturday the Merrick Arts Council returned for another exciting season and in doing so they provided a special show for many who turned out to take in the talents of the Hastings Symphony Orchestra.

Since the Central City Sportsman’s Club purchased the land that they previously leased from Merrick County, they have looked for ways to improve the club while also keeping safety a top priority. They now are looking for ways to show off the improvements to the historic club and the public will have an exciting opportunity to do just that.

R-N Reporter Now, as of September 9th, a new city ordinance has gone into effect. Allowing the citizens of Central City to drive alternative vehicles in city limits. This will include ATV’s, UTV’s and Golf carts. Provided they have the registration requirements and their vehicles are up to code.

Improve Tree and Shrub Health Though Fall Watering This summer has been hot, hot, hot! Lincoln had 54, 90+ F days from May through August 31st. In unwatered portions of the landscape many are seeing cracked soil - a good indication conditions are dry.