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The family of Gene Haarberg was present at Husker Harvest Days, when Haarberg’s nomination to the NRD Hall of Fame was recognized. Present were grandsons Charlie, left, with wife Danielle and son Henry, Sam, center, with wife Kristin and wife Kay, shown here with NARD President Jim Eschliman. Not pictured were son Dirk and wife Elizabeth.

The late Eugene Haarberg to be inducted into NRD Hall of Fame

The late Eugene Haarberg of Imperial was recognized by the Natural Resources Districts (NRD) for his contributions to the organization during Husker Harvest Days Sept. 15.

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Those participating in the FCCLA workshop included, front from left, Ella Schoenholz, Esmerelda Medrano Flores, Raissa Nevarez. Back, from left, Katelyn Stamm, Hope Reinke, Tristan Stumpff, Trooper Timothy Flick, Joslynn Kimble, Ella Colson, Brittany Chavez.

Students discuss topics of concern

The Chase County Schools Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) chapter discussed a number of issues relevant to its members Sept.

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Emily Jones is a first-year teacher at CCS in fourth grade. She is also a freshman girls’ volleyball and basketball coach.

New CCS fourth grade teacher is big Husker fan

Emily Jones was raised in Benkelman and graduated with honors from Concordia University with a Bachelor’s degree in elementary education and an endorsement in special education.

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First baseman Markenna Terryberry scoops up a throw from third base Friday in the first game of a double header against Chadron.

Games coming quickly for CCS softball team

Five practices are all that remain for the Chase County softball team as its regular season comes to a close. With 11 games left, CCS will stay busy over the next two weeks.