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Camping Ministries Receives Good News At Commissioners Meeting

TRIBUNE Correspondent Confusion about the proper filing date for tax exempt status with the state prompted the appearance of Cozad Camping Ministry (CCM) before the Dawson County Commissioners Board of Equalization Wednesday morning.

Boswell Trial Moves Into Witness Testimony

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The Bailey Boswell trial moved into the first day of witness testimony Monday with the state calling nine witnesses and introducing dozens of exhibits for consideration.

THE HOME AGENCY MAKES AN IMPACT:

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Bringing movies back to Cozad has been keeping the Cozad Development Corporation busy over the past year. The purchase of the historic Allen Opera House gave CDC the idea to convert the space into a threescreen movie theater. The owners of the Tiffany theater in Broken Bow promised to operate the theater if CDC would renovate and own the building.

City Of Lexington Approves Future Road Plans

During their Sept. 22 meeting the Lexington City Council approved the one- and six-year street improvement plans, allowing the city to gear up for 2020-21 road work.

City Of Cozad Approve Of CDC Fiscal Budget

The City Council of Cozad had a brief meeting on Monday for the third straight week, as they continue to take care of business for the future year as well as address current issues in the 100th Meridian City.

One of the many items that were discussed during the new business portion of the meeting was the approval of the Cozad Development Corporation (CDC) Fiscal Budget.

Lexington Schools Tax Call Set At $11.68 Million

Following a public hearing on the Lexington Public School District 2020-21 budget the Lexington School Board gave approval for an $11.68 million tax call. In a related motion the board set the 2020-21 levy at $1.05 per $100 of assessed valuation, which is the same as last year.

Superintendent John Hakonson noted valuations decreased by about one percent from 2019-20, so the general fund tax request will decrease about $72,000. However, general fund state aid increased by about 7.6 percent from 2019-20 to 2020-21 so overall receipts for the district are slightly up.

CHS HOMECOMING ROYALTY:

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ENSHRINED AS the Royalty of the 2020 Cozad High School Homecoming at the conclusion of the football contest against Adams Central on Friday evening were Queen Tayler Chytka (left) and King Joey Orellana.

Home Agency Expands To New Office In Cozad

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President and CEO of The Home Agency, Jim Baldonado, is proud to announce they have opened a new office in Cozad, Nebraska.

American Red Cross In Need Of Blood Drive Hosts

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Since March, more than 40,000 American Red Cross blood drives have been canceled due to COVID-19, limiting the ability to provide opportunities for individuals to donate lifesaving blood to meet hospital needs. Cancellations are expected to continue as places that usually host blood drives remain closed or are limiting who can enter their facilities. Because of that, the Red Cross is asking companies and organizations to step up to host a blood drive.

4-H Achievement Application Due Monday, October 5th

The 4-H Achievement Application is an organized presentation of what has been learned and accomplished in 4-H. When accurately and care fully assembled, it is a useful tool for determining progress and personal growth.