UNMC ophthalmologist provides safety tips for viewing eclipse
A solar eclipse will take place on Aug. 21. People interested in viewing the event need to keep some important safety tips in mind.
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In Brief: Aug. 9-15
Election Ballots: The sample ballot for the hospital special election is on page 8. Ballots are due at the Perkins County Courthouse on Tuesday, Aug. 15 by 5 p.m.
First Insight Eyecare offering solar eclipse glasses
First Insight Eyecare clinics in Imperial, Grant, Ogallala and North Platte are providing instruction sheets and free solar eclipse glasses while supply lasts.
Hot dogs and hot rods entertain at Cruise Night
Over 350 were served a hot dog meal in the park before the 6th annual Cruise Night which took place in downtown Grant on Friday, Aug. 4.
Grant airport base for wildfire support system
Grant Municipal Airport will serve as the new base for a mobile support unit for aerial firefighting of wildfires in forested lands and/or fires threatening structures.