A state-approved sewer system completed in 1968. Children now attend school in Pawnee City or Lewiston. The schoolhouse and its contents were sold at auction. A new community building on main street was completed in 1984, just in time for Burchard's centennial celebration. Burchard is the birthplace of Harold Lloyd, comedian and actor in the silent film era.
Former citizens come from all across the nation to see old friends and renew acquaintances.
Said to be the only paper of its kind, it is filled with news and correspondence from present and former Burchard people. By Clara Dingwell, Burchard, NE 68323.