Local case of West Nile a reminder that mosquito season isn’t over
As summer draws to a close, the state health department reminds Coloradans to continue protecting themselves from mosquito bites to avoid the West Nile virus.
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FCCLA recently held a barbecue to welcome back previous members and to recruit new chapter participants. The barbecue was held Aug. 25 in the high school commons area.
Some eclipse viewers camped out Sunday night; others staked out their spots even a week in advance. By Monday morning, Aug. 21, the traffic was steady headed toward the path of totality in such places as Arthur, Nebraska. — Johnson Publications
Serious eclipse enthusiasts, such as these in Arthur, Nebraska, made sure to be in position to see the total solar eclipse, bringing telescopes, cameras, compasses and solar filters along. Some generous ones made other viewers’ days by sharing their equipment for a peek at the sun. — Johnson Publications
Many make trek to see total solar eclipse
It may have been the first time in its history that the village of Arthur, Nebraska, had so many people there at once, and certainly it was the first time such a diverse crowd visited.
In addition to helping line up the Phillips County Fair parade for many years, the Holyoke Lions Club often gets in on the candy-throwing action themselves. In the 2012 parade, Don Beckius drives a golf cart decorated with lions, offering a smile and a wave to everyone lining the street. — Johnson Publications file photo
Bingo nights from days gone by were made possible by Lions Club members, pictured from left, Don Beckius, Gene Hinck, Jean Brown, Larry Stein, Leroy Smith and Rich Brown. Bingo is not only fun to play but also raises money for a college scholarship.
Looking back on 75 years of service
In the same year that Lions Clubs International is having its centennial celebration, members of the Holyoke Lions Club and the community that they tirelessly serve will be celebrating the loca