Flying Debris Show At Finney County Fair Delights Crowd
A Friday afternoon performance by Flying Debris wowed spectators with juggling basketball spinning and machete tricks while warning about wet tricks for kids. The nearby Exhibition Building features beef and sandsage photo contests Lego works by 4-Hers and a duct tape dress as the Finney County fair continues with more events through the weekend.
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City Commission debates flood maps and surplus property bids
The meeting covers FEMA flood map adoption or opt out decisions with Sept. 25 deadline guidance for property owners. Officials review four residential proposals and two commercial bids for two surplus parcels, with steps to shortlist and refine plans for mid-September presentation. FIT seeks the city as grant recipient for 270000 of ARRA funds for bus stop shelters. Director Bonnie Burgardt will attend to discuss.
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Resident concerns rise over proposed terminal zoning change
County commissioners weigh rezoning to light and medium industrial for a terminal near Hager Addition. Residents fear increased truck traffic on Mary Street, dust and safety issues from gravel roads, and traffic buildup at Mary Street Taylor Avenue as US 50 expansion and a power plant project loom. Prairie Wind Aquatics co owner Steve Michel warns of city street throughput and calls for industrial park separation.
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Fair beef show highlights and young entrants shine
In Finney County Fair beef events youngsters learn halter handling and show setup as families assist with washing and grooming. Rilee McGraw, 6, and Emily Braun, 14, share first time experiences while Braun notes a 2.8 pound daily gain for her steer and plans to return next year. The fair continues with events Saturday and Sunday, including art contests, a supreme showman, auctions, a demolition derby, and a worship service.
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