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Famous Birthdays

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Tuesday, June 2, 2026
MAY 31Brooke Shields, Actress/ Model (61) JUNE 1Tom Holland, Actor (30) JUNE 2Dana Carvey, Comic (71) JUNE 3Rafael Nadal, Athlete (40) JUNE 4Noah Wyle, Actor (55) JUNE 5Mark Wahlberg, Actor (55) JUNE 6Drew McIntyre, Wrestler (41)
In 1898, Captain Jennings did battle against Colonel Adams’ light artillery in a sham battle intended to “instill enthusiasm and patriotism” for the Fourth of July events at Table Rock This is how a man who had been through the hell of war dealt with life in a land of peace.

In 1898, Captain Jennings did battle against Colonel Adams’ light artillery in a sham battle intended to “instill enthusiasm and patriotism” for the Fourth of July events at Table Rock This is how a man who had been through the hell of war dealt with life in a land of peace.

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A Confederate Among Yankees

Don’t You Just Love A Good Story?
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
Part 8Captain R. P. Jennings at 19We’ve seen Richard Polk Jennings at 16 as a fresh recruit of the Confederate States of America, and followed him as he marched with General Stonewall Jackson’s “Foot Cavalry.
Notes from a Domestic Goddess

Notes from a Domestic Goddess

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Notes from a Domestic Goddess

Rosanna Connelly
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
After paying tribute to Mom in May, it’s now time to memorialize Dad. I’ve been told that the way we perceive our earthly fathers is how we perceive our Heavenly Father and I believe that’s true.My dad was a demi-god to his kids and grandkids.

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Community Calendar

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Tuesday, June 2, 2026
Items MUST be submitted by 12:00 p.m. the Friday before publication to be included in this calendar. No exceptions Friday, June 59:00 a.m.-12 noon-Table Rock Library open.10:30 a.m. - Tia chi/chair exercise at Table Rock Senior Center.Saturday, June 610:00 p.m.
The Webber house damaged by the 1935 flood

The Webber house damaged by the 1935 flood

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Lives and Property Lost in Big Floods

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Tuesday, June 2, 2026
Many towns in Western Nebraska Heavy Sufferers and Loss of Life Estimated at Over 100—Property Damage Will run into Millions.The worst flood in the history of Nebraska hit in the southwestern part of the state Thursday (May 30, 1935).

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Storm Damaged Plants

Nicole Stoner
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
Extension Educator University of Nebraska - Lincoln Extension Gage CountyThis time of year, storms can be bad. We had multiple storm systems move through the area last week that included high winds, hail, and even tornadoes.
Fall Prep and Fishing

Fall Prep and Fishing

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Fall Prep and Fishing

Joe Norman
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
Joe’s Outdoor LivingAs the humid mornings of June settle over the rolling hills and river bottoms of southeast Nebraska, the local outdoorsman finds himself in a unique season of transition.

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Lewis and Clark: Heading Upstream into History

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Tuesday, June 2, 2026
Bob FordThis series is brought to you by the Nebraska Press Association in celebration of the United States 250th birthday, enjoy!For “empire building” countries the name of the game in the 1700’s and early 1800’s was exploration and colonization. France had become one of the most active at both.

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Walk the Line to Table Rock for a Free Concert June 20

Sharla Sitzman
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
Johnny Cash! The Man in Black has been gone for over 20 years, but his music? It’s still here, it’s still good. When he died, Johnny Cash left his money and rights to his children. He left his music to the world.Come listen to it in Table Rock.
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