Kidney Disease

There are many long-standing conditions that we hear about every day such as diabetes or hypertension or heart disease, however, something that we do not discuss much about is kidney disease.

A Nebraska Father’s Day Tribute

As we approach Father’s Day, I’ve been reflecting on how my dad’s desire to serve Nebraskans shaped my own path in public service. Since childhood, I’ve seen up close the importance of sound, locally focused public policy.

State lawmakers opt for income tax cuts over property tax relief

State lawmakers went home recently, ending a 90-day session marked by reductions in spending and borrowing from cash reserves to close a projected budget gap that once topped $400 million.Hard to believe that just a couple of years ago, the state was sitting on a huge surplus of cash.

Reader Comment

Dear Editor, Continuing what Gary L. Benson wrote previously on May 1st, on the appreciation of medical/nurses, at Pawnee County Hospital.Yes, we are most blessed to have this superior medical facility!

City Council Approached with Plea to Save Pawnee City Daycare

Josie Friedly approached the Pawnee City City Council at their regular meeting on Monday, June 9 to invite council members to attend a meeting on June 18 aimed at saving the Second Home Childcare Center in Pawnee City.

Youth Leadership at Pawnee City Pool

A team of youth has been assembled to staff the Pawnee City Pool this summer.19-year-old pool manager Mallory Branek said she has five life guards between the ages of 15 and 16 and two lifeguards that are 18.These guards undergo biweekly trainings.

From Our Files

The rain has created a problem for Pawnee County on its rock roads. The highway department has spent 87 per cent of its $333,000 a year in the budget to put down rock.

25 Years Ago – June 8, 2000

The “Memorial Avenue of Flags” committee will hold an open meeting Monday, August 25th. .at the VFW Post home. The public and anyone interested in this project is invited to attend. Pawnee County Commissioners Floyd Vrtiska, J.D.

50 Years Ago – June 12, 1975

Photo – From out of our past in costume — Jaycees and Mrs. Jaycees on stage at Bicentennial program.