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Reliable, Trustworthy Reporting, Capturing The Heartbeat Of Our Community
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That simple, snappy motto - We sell the best and recycle the rest - perfectly describes Ewing's Sunset Store. Originally opened in 2008 in the village's vacant lumber yard, the thrift shop has thrived through two relocations in its 16-year history. Now, volunteers are putting the finishing touches on the store's forever home in the former Ewing school building. Finding the store is as easy as ABC. Visitors can enter the former high school building through the southeast entrance, then proceed to...
When the clock struck midnight on New Year's Day, several new laws, as well as ballot initiative proclamations signed by Governor Jim Pillen, went into effective. The one exception: the paid sick leave initiative. It will go into effect Oct. 1. Minimum wage increases to $13.50 per hour. The increase was part of the scheduled increases outlined in the Nebraska Minimum Wage Statute Initiative, passed by voters in 2022. The first increase bumped the state's minimum wage from $9 per hour to $10.50...
So far, during the 2024-2025 flu season, the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services has reported three pediatric deaths attributed to influenza. One of these deaths occurred within the North Central District Health Department service area. "NCDHD shares our deepest condolences with the families impacted," said Heidi Kuklis, director of the NCDHD. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that, so far for this season, there have been approximately 3.1 million flu cases,...
Orchard Fire and Rescue Department and Royal Volunteer Fire Department recognized members for their years of service, Monday, during an annual appreciation dinner. Glen Cheatum, Kirk Cleveland, Ryan Bergman and Josh Stelling were recognized from the Orchard department....
I’ve been stuck in a “traditions” mindset lately. Last Wednesday, I couldn’t stop thinking about new year rituals. When the Huskers played in a Dec. 31 or Jan. 1 bowl game, Dad would place a 33LP on the record player and watch the needle land on a groove. The record: recordings from the University of Nebraska Marching Band. First song up: The Band Song. If you’ve ever followed the band to Memorial Stadium, you’ve probably heard it. It was one of Dad’s favorites. I can still hear him singing the...
8 was an excellent year for Nebraska. We stood strong for property tax relief, took steps to grow agricultural production, and protected our children and values. Kids In 2024, we took steps to protect children by signing LB 1092 into law. This bill protects our kids from the scourge of online pornography and oversexualization by requiring age verification to access pornographic websites. As a result of this legislation, Pornhub, the leading distributor of online pornography, ceased offering...
Years ago, I had the pleasure of covering the dedication of a new, $17-million bridge spanning the Missouri River east of Niobrara. The bridge was named after Chief Standing Bear, whose people, the Poncas, once ruled over that area of northeast Nebraska. Standing Bear, known for winning a federal judge's declaration that Native Americans were "persons" under the law, is buried nearby. But the structure, and another bridge built farther east across the Missouri, were dubbed the "Bridges to...
School board members will take the oath of office when they meet in regular session, Wednesday, Jan. 15. Board officers will be elected and members will divy up duties among committees. Priority discussion items will include staffing and retirement incentive applications. Currently, Summerland lists two 7-12 positions available on the Nebraska Department of Education job website. Superintendent Molly Aschoff will also present an update from the Nebraska Associsation of School Boards. The...
Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol arrested 95 impaired drivers during the end of the year Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign. The Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign ran from Dec. 11 through Jan. 1. Troopers and dispatchers across Nebraska worked overtime during the final three weeks of the year to keep roadways safe during the holiday season. In addition to the 95 arrests for driving under the influence, troopers also issued 1,663 citations for speeding, including 83 citations fo...
n November 2024, Bomgaars stores across the Midwest held a "Night of Festive Fun & Fall Shopping - Just for Ladies." Bomgaars joined with local hospitals to bring awareness of women's health issues and passed along a 20% discount for ladies in attendance that evening. Last week, Mike Olson, manager of Bomgaars in Neligh, presented a check for $646.32 to Diane Brugger, Antelope Memorial Hospital chief executive officer, who accepted the gift on behalf of Antelope Memorial Hospital. The gift is a...
Chief Petty Officer Michael Harvey, a native of O'Neill, is serving in the U.S. Navy aboard Pre-Commissioning Unit John F. Kennedy, an aircraft carrier currently under construction in Newport News, Virginia. PCU is a designation used by the U.S. Navy to describe crews aboard vessels under construction prior to official commissioning. Harvey, a 2009 graduate of St. Mary's High School, joined the Navy 15 years ago. "I was originally going to go to college but shifted my choice due to all of the...
In the summer of 2002, Margaret Stamp returned home to Sarpy County from college four weeks after her 74-year-old grandmother, Phyllis Behm, had died from a short battle with colorectal cancer. Stamp found her dad, Mark Behm, a former northeast Nebraska county attorney and private practice lawyer, wincing in pain on the living room floor. Stamp described him as in shape and thin. She said he looked healthy and didn't drink or smoke. But that weekend, Stamp's father was doubled over, and he told...
Peru State College recently announced the president's list for the fall term 2024, recognizing outstanding academic achievement. This year's honorees include students from Nebraska, 13 other U.S. states, Puerto Rico, and countries around the world, such as Malaysia and the Dominican Republic. To qualify for the president's list, students must maintain a grade-point average of 4.0 for the semester, complete at least 12 graded credit hours, have no incomplete grades and be degree-seeking. Bryna...
The University of Nebraska at Kearney announced students who earned a place on the dean's list for the fall 2024 semester. Students who are on the dean's list must have completed 12 credit hours or more of classes with a 3.5 grade-point average or better on a 4.0 scale. Area students named to the list include Adrienne Parker and Ryann Haburchak, of Ewing...
The Summerland Lady Bobcat wrestling team showcased grit and determination as they competed in the Winnebago Lady Indian Invite on Friday, Jan. 3, finishing eighth in the team standings. Despite the tough competition, including Class A teams from a two-state area, several Lady Bobcats turned in impressive individual performances, with medalists emerging across various weight classes. Sophomore standout Ava Cleveland led the team with a second-place finish in the 110-pound division, earning 22...
Area blood donors will have an opportunity to make a donation soon. On Tuesday, Jan. 14 a blood drive will be held from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., at St. Peter's Lutheran Church fellowship hall in Orchard. To schedule an appointment, call Amanda Shabram at 402-394-1938. Individuals who donate blood will be entered in a drawing for a chance to win a trip for two to Super Bowl LIX....
Nebraska Extension, in conjunction with Kansas State Research and Extension and Purdue University Extension will present a four-part succession planning series for Midwestern farm women. The series will be available in Neligh, at the Antelope County Ag Society Building, 709 E. Highway 275, on Jan. 21, Jan. 28, Feb. 4 and Feb. 11. The first session will focus on motivation for succession planning. The Jan. 28 meeting will include information about communicating about estate and transition...
PROCEEDINGS HOLT COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION Dec. 31, 2024 The Holt County Board of Supervisors met as a Board of Equalization with all members present. County Assessor Tim Wallinger, County Treasurer Shelly Ross and County Clerk Cathy Pavel were also in attendance. This meeting publicized pursuant to Section 84-1411 R.R.S. 1943. Notice of meeting given in advance thereof by publication in paper as shown by Affidavit of Publication on Dec. 26, 2024, in the Holt County Independent. Chairman Frahm convened the meeting at 9:32 a.m., with the...
PROCEEDINGS HOLT COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Dec. 31, 2024 The Holt County Board of Supervisors met in regular session as per adjournment with all members present. This meeting publicized pursuant to Section 84-1411 R.R.S. 1943.Notice of meeting given in advance thereof by publication in paper as shown by Affidavit of Publication on Dec. 26, 2024, in the Holt County Independent. Chairman Tielke convened the meeting at 9:47 a.m., and informed the public of the location of the Open Meeting poster. Motion by Keyes, second by Frahm, to approve the...
NOTICE OF MEETING SUMMERLAND PUBLIC SCHOOL BOARD OF EDUCATION Notice is hereby given that a meeting of the Summerland Public School Board of Education will be held Wednesday, Jan. 15, at 7 p.m., in the school board room and will be open to the public. An agenda is kept continuously current and available for public inspection at the administrative office. Except for items of an emergency nature, the agenda shall not be enlarged later than 24 hours before the scheduled commencement of the meeting. The Summerland Board of Education reserves the...
NOTICE FOR BIDS Roofing - Antelope County Museum The Antelope County Board of Commissioners will accept sealed bids for the reroofing of the Antelope County Museum building, which is located at 410 L Street, Neligh, being a part of Antelope County Museum Complex. Bids will be accepted until 9:45 a.m., on Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2025, and shall be submitted in a sealed envelope with the wording “Bid for Roofing” in the lower left-hand corner. Bids may be addressed to the Antelope County Clerk, 501 Main Street, PO Box 26, Neligh, NE 68756-0026 or dro...
The Nebraska Corn Board will hold its next meeting on Thursday, Jan. 23, at the Nebraska Cattlemen office, 4611 Cattle Drive, in Lincoln. The meeting is open to the public, providing the opportunity for public comment. The board will conduct regular board business. A copy of the agenda is available by writing to the Nebraska Corn Board, 245 Fallbrook Blvd. Suite 204, Lincoln, NE 68521, sending an email to [email protected] or by calling 402-471-2676. The Nebraska Corn Board is funded...
St. Teresa’s Catholic Church Clearwater, NE Fr. John Norman, Pastor Fr. Joseph Sund, Associate Pastor Sunday: Mass, 10 a.m. Community of Christ Church Clearwater, NE Contact Earleen Jensen at 402-893-2095 or 402-929-3471 Sunday: Church School, 9:30 a.m.; Worship Service, 10:30 a.m. Communion Service: First Sunday of each month. United Methodist Church Clearwater, NE Bruce Phillips, Pastor Phones: 887-4341 or 887-4359 Sunday Worship, 9:45 a.m. Concordia Lutheran Church Clearwater, NE • PH. 485-2596 Rev. Daniel Feusse, Pastor Sunday: Divine Wor... 
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[email protected]?subject=Events Calendar submission&body=PLEASE PROVIDE US WITH AT LEAST THESE DETAILS: Event / Date and Time / Address of Event / PhoneSubmit an Event Thursday, August 29 Bobcat XC JH/HS XC @ Burwell Invite, 10 a.m., Calamus Golf Course Bobcat VB JV/V VB @ West Holt Triangular; v Elkhorn Valley @ 6 p.m; v West Holt @ 7 p.m. Friday, August 30 Holt County BOE and Supervisors Holt County BOE and Supervisors, 9/9:15 a.m., Holt County Courthouse, O'Neill - Budget hearing at 1:15 p.m. Bobcat Football V Football @... Full story
