Around Town

Saturday is Independent Bookstore Day

Saturday, April 29, is Independent Bookstore Day. Sponsored by the American Booksellers Association, the day reminds people that these businesses are good for the local economy, contribute to a city’s uniqueness and bring local readers together.

National Day of Prayer is next Thursday

The National Day of Prayer is Thursday, May 4. Everyone is invited to meet at 5 p.m. in front of Phillips County Court House to walk and pray for family, church, business, education and government. The community is also invited to join a time of prayer at Holyoke First Christian Church from 6:30-7:30 p.m., with local leaders praying for the nation, state and community. 

Advertisers sought for Salute to Beef

High Plains News North newspapers in Holyoke, Imperial, Nebraska, and Grant, Nebraska, are preparing their annual “Salute to Beef” section geared toward the beef and agricultural industry. Any businesses interested in advertising should contact Emmy Brown at 970-854-2811 or ebrown@highplainsnews.co, or stop by 130 N. Interocean Ave. by Wednesday, May 17.

Ogallala Commons internships coming soon

Ogallala Commons summer internships are right around the corner. The program is a partnership between Ogallala Commons and communities that creates opportunities for high school students, college students or adults in a continuing education program or career change.

For more information, to apply as an intern or to sponsor an intern, visit https://ogallalacommons.org/internships/. Host information, internship summaries and job-specific requirements (if any) should be submitted by Friday, May 5.