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3 designs shown for underpass

Three new design options for Kimball's historic underpass were showcased for more than 20 citizens at an open house Tuesday, July 14, at the Kimball Event Center.

More than a dozen engineers, designers and historical resource professionals gathered to answer questions beside Nebraska Department of Roads representatives as well as city council members and Mayor Keith Prunty.

"It was about what we expected," city administrator Daniel Ortiz stated. "Overall the tone was positive. The overwhelming consensus and feeling from those that stopped by was that they are just glad to see it moving forw...