Nebraskans can be thankful for the abundant natural resources found in our state. There are many, but in our largely agricultural area, of course water comes immediately to mind.
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- Jared Barton
David City is turning a once-condemned downtown property into a tribute to veterans. A ribbon-cutting for its new mural is set for Veterans Day.
- Jared Barton
David City's mayoral race came down to a handful of votes. Doug Rix leads incumbent Jessica Miller, according to unofficial results.
- Jared Barton
Schuyler voters have chosen a new mayor. John Eggleston defeated incumbent Art Lindberg, 633-438, according to unofficial election results.
- Jared Barton
Grease, grit and a lifetime of honest work. For David City-area mechanic Bryon Forney, an unexpected honor makes it all feel worthwhile.
- Randy Speer
Check out this week's poll for the David City Banner-Press Athlete of the Week.
- Jared Barton
Dwight's newest trees have some proud caretakers. East Butler students are keeping tabs on the trees they've planted around town.
I think of our educational efforts as planting a seed. We don’t know what the eventual yield will be.Â
Friends of David City has raised $31,000 toward a $165,000 playground designed to give young fans their own place to play.
In all she does through 4-H, Kristin Coufal of David City, takes to heart the words of former NFL coach Tony Dungy: remember that mentor leadership is all about serving.
U.S. Rep. Mike Flood visited David City on Sept. 8 to tour the AGP soybean processing facility, see what's new in town and talk to locals.
- Tammy Greunke
Aliesha Meusch received a scholarship from the Nebraska Soybean Board to attend the conference focusing on animal health and veterinary science curriculum.
Take a look at all our coverage from this year's Butler County Fair in David City:
- Jared Barton
Weyand Family Farm, near Bellwood, was recognized at the Butler County Fair for 100 years in operation by the same family that started it in 1924.
- Jared Barton
For Butler County Fair round robin showmanship champs Carter Cech and Kaleigh Ruth, adaptability was the name of the game July 18 as they showed all varieties of animals.
- Tammy Greunke
For the next several months, construction will be completed throughout David City.
Miss the fair? Relive the fun with our photo gallery featuring entertainment, rides and candid moments from the 2026 Butler County Fair.
The Butler County Fair 4-H/FFA swine show was held Friday, July 17, 2026.
Take a look at photos from the Butler County Fair rabbit show held Thursday, July 16.
The Butler County Fair sheep show was held Thursday, July 16, 2026.
- Jared Barton
Avery Heinrich and Braylon Peterson named Butler County Fair 4-H senior beef showmanship champs, Lucy Podolak and Zane Meysenburg intermediate and Kollyns Truksa and Charlie Ruth junior champs.
- Tammy Greunke
Designed to efficiently load unit trains, the David City facility strengthens domestic supply chains and better serves customers as demand for soybean oil grows.