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Two CCS Coaches were recognized with awards from the Nebraska Coaches Association at the annual banquet last weekend. Carl Zuege (left) was recognized as the 2025-26 Boys Track and Field Coach of the Year. Troy Hauxwell (right), was selected the Girls Cross Country Coach of the Year for 2025-26. Congratulations goes out to both coaches for a job well done.

CCS Coaches recognized

Imperial Council holds special meeting

By Alan CarmanThe Imperial Republican A special meeting of the Mayor and City Council of the City of Imperial was held in the Council Chambers on July 14, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. This story is a re-cap of the minutes for this meeting. Mayor Craig...

Pictured with the new bulletproof vest is Imperial Police Chief Chad Ostmeyer.

LARM Grant of $700 to IPD

By Alan CarmanThe Imperial Republican The Imperial City Police Department was awarded a $700 LARM Grant for the purchase of a bulletproof vest for one of it’s police officers. The League Association of Risk Management (LARM) provides funds for...

Osiel Bonaga and Jose Ortiz Villapando are ready to serve Perkins County and beyond through J&D Mobile Car Wash. Call or text to schedule your vehicle at 620-444-0548. They can also be found on Facebook.

J&D Mobile Car Wash brings convenience, family values to Southwest Nebraska

What started as a passion for clean vehicles has grown into a family-run business that is bringing professional detailing services directly to customers across Perkins County.José Antonio Ortiz Villalpando, owner of J&D Mobile CarWash,...

Perkins County fair in full swing

By Alan CarmanThe Imperial Republican The Perkins County fair kicked off this week and will wrap-up Saturday night with the Perkins County Summer Jam. Five artists will take the stage Saturday, July 18, starting at 4:30 p.m. Gates will open at...

Sargent Bustillos discussed distracted and impaired driving topics with the Drivers Education Class earlier this summer..

IPD recognizes Sgt. Christopher Bustillos

By Alan CarmanThe Imperial Republican The Imperial Police Department recognized that Sargent Christopher Bustillos has served on the IPD for five years. Bustillos started his career in law enforcement in Kansas in 2014, bringing years of...

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Imperial Council holds special meeting

By Alan Carman
The Imperial Republican

City Office changes hours of operation

By Alan Carman
The Imperial Republican
Starting immediately and until further notice, the City of Imperial Office will have new operating hours.

Wauneta Harvest Fest begins today

By Alan Carman
The Imperial Republican

Opinion

A gap in the fence

“If you walk past that gap in the fence, a monster will jump out and get you.”

By Renae Bottom

Honoring the heroes of December 7

By Julie Thayer
High Plains News Publisher

CC shows outstanding sportsmanship

Dear Editor,
On behalf or our football officiating crew, I want to thank the parents, players, and coaches for outstanding sportsmanship!

Sports

Two CCS Coaches were recognized with awards from the Nebraska Coaches Association at the annual banquet last weekend. Carl Zuege (left) was recognized as the 2025-26 Boys Track and Field Coach of the Year. Troy Hauxwell (right), was selected the Girls Cross Country Coach of the Year for 2025-26. Congratulations goes out to both coaches for a job well done.

CCS Coaches recognized

Juniors finish third in District Tournament

By Alan Carman
The Imperial Republican

Kaden Vogt attempted a pick-off play at first base Saturday against Wray. The Horns won the game 12-3 in five innings.

Imperial Pinnacle Bank Legion hosts games

By Alan Carman
The Imperial Republican

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