Hot temps mark State Fair time, back to school season

– Alexa Brodd of Ames, Neb.
Aug 28, 2024
Aug 28, 2024

PPR Brodd 2.jpg — The University of Nebraska-Lincoln marching band performs in Memorial Stadium. Brodd’s high school marching band got to watch an exhibition and get ideas for their own show.
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– Alexa Brodd of Ames, Neb.

Just when I thought irrigation was slowing down, the heat and humidity came back in full force!

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PPR Brodd 3.jpg — Antique tractors sit on display at the Nebraska State Fair.
Submitted photo

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PPR Brodd 1.jpg — Alexa Brodd models at the Nebraska State Fair 4-H Fashion Show Aug. 24. She earned purple ribbons in two categories.
Submitted photo

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