Top Story Spotlight What to know about America’s 250th celebration in your town Ashley Mohler Jun 27, 2026 Jun 27, 2026 Updated Jun 27, 2026 0 1 min to read Prefer us on Google Learn More Facebook Twitter Bluesky WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save The 250th year of America is fast approaching, with our nation’s anniversary just around the corner.kAm%9:D x?56A6?56?46 s2J D62D@? H6 2E J@FC =@42= A2A6C H2?E J@F E@ DE2J D276 2?5 36 2H2C6 @7 E96 6G6?ED 92AA6?:?8 :? J@FC 2C62] k^AmkAmpD J@F’C6 @FE D9@AA:?8 7@C 7:C6H@C<D[ :EVD :>A@CE2?E E@ <66A :? >:?5 J@FC =@42= =2HD]k^AmkAm*@FC 4:EJ @77:4:2=D 92G6 =2HD :? 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23-year-old Cozad man charged with child enticement A 23-year-old Cozad man has been accused of enticing a minor through electronic communications.
Overton's Owen Lassen earns overall grand champion market beef champion at Dawson County Fair; other beef show results SHOWMANSHIP
Charles 'Nick' Nichols receives Quilt of Valor before Platte Valley Auto Rodeo Charles "Nick" Nichols of Lexington was honored with a Quilt of Valor Friday night before the first performance of the Platte Valley Auto Rode…
Seven 4-H'ers earn purple ribbons during bucket calf show at Dawson County Fair The Dawson County Fair bucket calf show took place Thursday, July 10 at the fairgrounds in Lexington.
Bands, Brews and BBQs sparked community connection in and beyond Cozad A small-town event sparked connections across Dawson County when Cozad hosted its annual Bands, Brews and BBQs Saturday, July 11.
