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Reliable, Trustworthy Reporting, Capturing The Heartbeat Of Our Community
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An eclectic mix of tractors traversed the countryside connecting Antelope and Knox counties, Saturday, during the annual Royal Tractor Parade. The annual event featured vintage tractors, with several modern models in the mix. Gary Ober, of Royal, said the tractorcade has been a Royal tradition for nearly a dozen years. The Saturday afternoon drive passed several landmarks, including the former Orchard fish hatchery, Grimton Cemetery, Oak View Park, Mars and Grove Lake. Following check-in at...
Royal's population will expand this weekend, as a multitude of events draw a crowd during the village's annual celebration. Royal Bar & Grill will host a euchre tournament, Friday, July 7, at 7:30 p.m. Entry fee is $5 per player and prizes, based on entry numbers, will be awarded. Saturday events begin with the yearly tractor ride. Registration runs from 10:30 a.m. to noon at Royal Bar & Grill. Tractors will depart at noon. For more information, contat Gary Ober at 402-340-0170. Royal Roping...
A Royal tradition drew participants from across Nebraska to the Antelope County village over the weekend. The annual Royal Tractor Parade, held July 17, included a lineup of vintage tractors, with a few modern pieces mixed in. Organizer Gary Ober, of Royal, said the event has been a mainstay for at least 10 years. The idea took root after Ober took part in a ride at Yankton, South Dakota. "We took part in the Tri-State Old Iron two-day ride. I just got the idea I ought to do that here," Ober sai...
Royal tractor ride, a venture through scenic northern Antelope County, will be held July 18. Sign-up begins at 10:30 a.m., at Last Chance Bar and Grill. The parade of tractors will depart at noon for the 50-mile ride. Lunch will be available before and after the event. For more information, contact Gary Ober at 402-340-0170....
