Rain dampens Independence Day Plans

As the 4th of July began a dismal rainy day many communities in Nebraska made the decision to postpone the Independence Day festivities. However Blue Hill was able to hold nearly every planned event as the early morning rains cleared into a lovely summer day. The soft ball tournament had to be cancelled due to the field being too soggy but dispite the mositure most outdoor events went ahead as planned. The water subsided enough from the golf course to allow the golfers to play around the water hazards, volleyballl, kids games, parade and fireworks all were able to proceed. the indoor events, bingo and barbecue were also enjoyed as planned. Rumors early in the day were that the fireworks were going to be postponed but as the weather cleared it was decided to proceed. Hundreds of residents gathered at the golf course, ball field and in yards about town to take in the booms and burst of light of the annual fire works display. In nearby Hastings the scheduled fire works were postponed a day to July 5th and as far away as Lincoln the display also took place a day late.