Area residents compete in Cornhusker State Games

Some area residents have taken part in the Cornhusker State Games in the past, as well as this summer.

Jeff Shabram, of Orchard, has taken powerlifters to compete in the past. In fact, Shabram mentioned he remembers Dave Mlnarik making an appearance when his nephew, Cade, competed in powerlifting.

"We'd still be taking participants, but can't since the director changed powerlifting affiliation from Amateur Athletic Union to USA Powerlifting, which has more adults," remarked Shabram. "But it was always a fun day, especially since powerlifting was the day after opening day and we'd always try an...