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Friday, September 05, 2008
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National economic trends hitting the Midlands
Job losses, inflation and weak but positive economic growth in the Midwest last month mirrored the national economy, economist Ernie Goss of Creighton University said. — Full Story »
Fair leaving with a bang
The Nebraska State Fair is leaving the Capital City with a flourish. — Full Story »
Call of farm life proves strong
Even after generations away from the farm, the love of agriculture can run deep in the genes. — Full Story »
'Family' of workers back for adventure
Working the entrance gates at the Nebraska State Fair "is like the Navy. It's not just a job, it's an adventure,'' according to one ticket taker. — Full Story »
Fair saves glitter, glitz for nighttime
A crowd of about 5,000 people rose from their seats as the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, a bluegrass and country group with roots back to the 1960s, began plunking out its greatest hit. — Full Story »
Event draws collection of international agriculturalists to Boone
As thousands of farmers descended upon the Farm Progress Show Wednesday morning, it became evident that all of the eyes of the agricultural world are on Boone this week. — Full Story »
Rain doesn't dampen the show
Wednesday morning brought rain to the Farm Progress Show site, but it did not keep away the visitors.
The grounds held up well with preventative maintenance. The walkways were muddy, but many people wore their boots or just regular shoes. — Full Story »
Central Iowa Expo opens its gates to Farm Progress Show
Wednesday morning was the Central Iowa Expo's ribbon cutting ceremony at the Farm Progress Show site. As the event kicked off, Central Iowa Expo President Darrel Rensink reflected on the recent success of American athletes in the Olympic games in Beijing, noting that teamwork is what brought the Farm Progress Show to Boone. — Full Story »
Farm Progress hosts media day Wednesday - only five more days until the big show
The Farm Progress Show held Media Day August 13 at the Farm Progress Show site, located at Highway 17 off of Highway 30. Local dignitaries were on site as well as members of the media and some of the host families of the event for a tour and preview of what the show will feature. — Full Story »
Go Green with 4-H
Story County 4-H and Iowa 4-H Foundations will raffle a 2008 Ford F-150 flex-fuel truck. The Ford Motor Company has partnered with the Iowa 4-H Foundation to raise funds and awareness for Iowa's 4-H programs. — Full Story »
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