The Cozad City Council agenda included several important items of new business in addition to a report from Interim City Administrator Mike Morgan during its regular meeting on June 22.

The June school board agenda was packed with discussion regarding future planning for the district, policy approvals, and facility improvements. 
The month’s Haymaker Highlight featured a recap of the Nebraska Cattlemen Midyear Meeting. The event focused on agriculture and cattle-related topics and drew more than 300 attendees on June 11.  

The 2026 Pony Express Re-Ride made its way through central Nebraska on June 17, carrying mail east to west across the state as riders retraced the legendary route of the original Pony Express. 

Few people realize the scope of the position of chamber director. By the nature of the job, there are not many people, including the Chamber Board, who truly understand or have any part in the day-to-day activities of a chamber director.

June is recognized as Men's Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to encourage conversations about emotional well-being and to recognize the challenges many men face when dealing with mental health concerns. 
While awareness is important, many people often ask a simple question, "How can I help?" 

In less than 40 minutes on June 1, the Dawson County Board of Commissioners cleared the way for new agricultural expansion, improved wireless coverage and continued investment in local tourism before hitting pause on a broader debate over future land-use regulations.

Rain couldn't wash away the fun at the MESStival. The Wilson Public Library welcomed families to its second annual MESStival on Saturday, June 20, proving that a gloomy forecast and chilly conditions couldn’t stop the fun to be had.

The Haymaker Summer Theatre Program began rehearsals June 8 for its second annual production, Shrek the Musical Kids. Directed by Cozad Community Schools staff members Senja Stephens, Kyle Vincent, and Mercedez Guerra, the program is designed for students in grades 5-8.

Wilson Public Library in Cozad is bringing back its popular MESStival on Saturday, June 20, from 10 a.m. to noon (or until supplies last) at Muny Park, and it’s bigger than ever! This year features activities such as rubber band art, paint bombs, water gun masterpieces, a “slopstacle” course and more. All activities at MESStival are free and for all ages. 

 The University of Nebraska’s East Campus in Lincoln was the site of the 2026 4-H Premier Animal Science Event. 4-Hers from across the state gathered to compete in several livestock events. Thirty Dawson County 4-Hers participated and brought home seven team championships and a host of individual awards. 

The Cozad City Council approved a contract bid of up to $13.884 million for improvements to the city's Water Resource Recovery Facility (WRRF) during its June 8 meeting. 
Water/Sewer Commissioner Troy Franzen and Chris Miller of Miller and Associates were present to answer questions regarding the project. The Board of Public Works had recommended awarding the contract to John T. Jones. 

The Summer Movie Series at the FOX Theater in Cozad began on Wednesday, June 3, with "A Minecraft Movie".
The 2 p.m. movie matinees feature a $2 admission fee, with the remainder of the admission cost paid through the generosity of Waypoint Bank, Homestead Bank, and Security First Bank. The movies are shown in Theater 2 (Claude Berreckman Sr.) and Theater 3 (Cozad Telephone Company). 

Wilson Public Library has a full lineup of activities planned throughout June, offering educational programs, crafts, entertainment and family fun for all ages.
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