Republican Nonpareil

08/13/2025

This week’s edition marks a historic moment for your local newspaper. Big changes are on the horizon—get the full story inside, and be sure to pick up a copy of Ryan and Whitney Dettman’s final issue.

After nearly five years of service at the helm of one of Nebraska’s longest-standing weekly newspapers, Ryan Dettman and RHD Publishing, LLC have officially passed the torch. As of Thursday, the rights to publish the Central City Republican-Nonpareil have been sold to veteran newspaper publisher M...

08/07/2025

Don’t forget to stop at Pinnacle Bank in Central City today for lunch!

08/01/2025

It is officially August and that means it is back to school time!

07/31/2025

What a year it was. The coverage comes to an end on the fair page, but now we shift our focus to our fair tab and sorting the thousands of photos we took.

07/28/2025

You may have seen our fictional barnyard podcast video for the Merrick County Fair—featuring a goat named Kale.

Well, the real Kale, the showman behind the name, took the ring today in the Clover Kid show and didn’t disappoint.

Way to go, Kale!

07/28/2025

Should make for a fun read! Our staff is in full fair swing. We look forward to bringing you thousands of photos and some stories along the way.

This morning, Jacob Kennedy of the Central City Republican-Nonpareil hit the midway to get the inside scoop on setup for Merrick County’s own DC Lynch Shows.

🎡 The lights come on and the rides come alive Monday through Wednesday, 6 to 11 p.m. Don’t miss your chance to feel the thrill and take in the magic of the midway!

📸 Jacob Kennedy

07/28/2025

Check out some derby action shots—and make plans to visit the 2025 Merrick County Fair!

We’ve had a behind-the-scenes look the past couple of years, and it’s given us a whole new appreciation for this annual event. It’s the culmination of countless hours of hard work, with people from across this special county coming together to make it happen.

It’s a beautiful thing.

07/27/2025

We had a big first day of the Merrick County Fair! We will be back again tomorrow for a bunch of fun including bounce houses, BBQ, co****le and a junior derby. Honestly, it’s like heaven. For now check out some of our photos on the fair page.

07/26/2025

We will be there, camera in hand!

I don’t know about you, but we see baaaad intentions. Come on out to the Merrick County Fairgrounds at 6:30 for the annual Junior Rodeo. Kids of all ages will be competing in events. The youngsters are always good for a laugh and some big cowboy heroics. 🤠

07/25/2025

Who is excited for the 2025 Merrick County Fair?

Tomorrow it all kicks off and we will be there for the five day stretch capturing the moments.

What are you looking forward to?

Schedule in the comments.

07/21/2025

Don’t miss the excitement of the 2025 Merrick County Fair beginning this Saturday!

07/21/2025

🎶 TONIGHT in Central City! 🎶

Grace Bible Fellowship invites you to a special night of music and worship with Kenny & Claire Hilliard, live in concert tonight — Monday, July 21.

🕕 Doors open at 6:00 p.m.
🎶 Concert begins at 6:30 p.m.

This is a free concert, and a love offering will be taken following the service to support the artists and their ministry.

Everyone is welcome to attend this uplifting evening filled with powerful music and heartfelt worship.

📍 Grace Bible Fellowship
Central City, Nebraska