Seward County Commissioners on Oct. 13 took formal action to approve a “declaration of state of emergency” for the flooding that occurred following heavy rains Sept. 30 to Oct. 2.
They also authorized Emergency Manager Megan Eckles’ application to access the Nebraska Emergency Management Agency’s grants portal for disaster management on behalf of the county. Find out more in the Oct. 21 Independent.
Jerry and Mary Meyer recently visited the National Naval Air Museum in Pensacola, Florida. One of the exhibits there was titled “Return With Honor – Vietnam – POW Exhibit,” and it featured a Vietnam War hero from Seward. Read about it in the Oct. 21 SCI.
The Seward Memorial Library will present another fun, free craft night on Tuesday, Oct. 20, at 6:30 p.m. This month, we are transforming old novels into “Book Page Pumpkins.” Seasoned crafters or anyone looking to try something new are welcome. Go to the library’s events page to register.
The Seward County Democrats meet the third Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the Civic Center in Seward.
The Seward Memorial Library will host a free movie Wednesday, Oct. 21, at 1 p.m., a 2026 science fiction film. Feel free to bring snacks and a drink. Visit sewardlibrary.org for more information.
The Seward County Genealogy Society is located at Jessie’s House, 416 N. First Street, the corner of First and Roberts. Hours: Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Thursdays from 10 a.m. to Noon, and Fridays from 3 to 5 p.m., by appointment or whenever our “Open” flag is up. The monthly business meeting is the last Wednesday of the month at 10 a.m. and we welcome the public. Phone: 402-646-0420. Email: genealogyseward3@gmail.com.
