40 YEARS AGO

These young 49ers were one of the Clinton Area Family YMCA’s four flag football teams. Kneeling, from left, were Eugene Stone Road, Michael Rehder, David Howell and Kevin Naranjo; standing, Coach Bob Johnston and his son Little Bobby, Jeff King, Grant Williams, Jerome Hurd and Robin Palesano. Palesano’s name was not originally printed 40 years ago, the search for his name was successful. Robert Johnston was the official source coming to the rescue.

From left, Hazel Kauk, Claire Kreizenbeck, Audrey Kauk, and Maverick Kauk make Christmas-themed crafts during the annual Custer County 4-H Santa’s Workshop. CDN | Courtesy photo

With Christmas being a time for people to join together and enjoy the season with family, the Custer County 4-H Club held its annual countywide “Santa’s Workshop” event in Weatherford earlier this month to bring Christmas cheer to the communities of Custer County.

Shopping local is considered a great way to support a community – but sometimes, product availability may make this difficult or even impossible. One common alternative has a community benefit that may come as a surprise – use tax.

Dues for 2025 property taxes are almost here. According to Custer County Treasurer Janet Roulet, the first half is due today, as long as the total is more than $25. If the total is less than or equal to $25, the entire sum is due today. If the total is more than $25, property owners can pay the first half today and the second half will be due March 31, 2026.

Here's your preview of Tuesday's paper

- Fire danger is concern of county

- Arson suspected of house fire on Lee

- Additional theft charges are filed

- Senior Clinton hooper looking into banking career

Though the county is not under a burn ban, fire danger was a frequent topic of conversation at Monday’s meeting of the Custer County commissioners.

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