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Summerland Public Schools will begin the search for three positions for the 2025-2026 school year following retirements announced during the Jan. 15 board of education meeting. Jim Schutt, Julie Harley and Misty Nilson turned in applications for the early retirement program. Schutt has taught social studies for Orchard, Nebraska Unified and Summerland districts for 39 years. In his resignation letter, Schutt thank board members, administration, fellow staff members and everyone who made this a w...
Holt County Attorney Brent Kelly reported that on Sunday, Jan. 12, at approximately 9:49 a.m., Ewing Fire and Rescue was called to the scene of a single-wide trailer home fire on south Spruce Street in Ewing. "Upon arrival, Ewing Fire Department found the west side of the trailer home was on fire and badly damaged," Kelly said. Preliminary investigation shows the fire is believed to have been caused by a 55-gallon drum located in the kitchen. Found deceased inside was the owner of the trailer,...
Fishing enthusiasts, get the ice fishing gear ready for Feb. 2. Royal Fire Department will sponsor the 42nd annual Royal Ice Fishing Tournament at the north end of Grove Lake. Sign-up begins at the lake at 9 a.m. and fishing continues until 2 p.m. A calcutta will be held Saturday, Feb. 1, at 7 p.m., at the Royal gym. Food and refreshments will be served. Individuals may also register that evening. For information, contact Gary Ober at 402-340-0170; Max Hieter, 402-893-4531 or Butch's Body Shop...
They're known as The Greatest Generation. On Friday, six Nebraskans who served in World War II were recognized at the Holt County Courthouse Annex in O'Neill. Each received a medal and certificate marking the 80th anniversary of WWII's end, part of a program introduced by Gov. Jim PIllen and the Nebraska Department of Veterans' Affairs. Bernard Hoffman, of Chambers, and John Schultz, of O'Neill, attended the ceremony. John Hilgert, NDVA director; Scott Menish, O'Neill mayor; and Ken Stenka,...
I’ve been thinking (and that can be a dangerous thing). Last week’s All Things Nebraska column by Paul Hammel posed the question, “Should the Legislature dish up a state dessert?” ICYMI, Hammel lamented that our northern neighbors have a designated dessert. It’s Kuchen, a German cake, stuffed with fruit or custard filling. Once, Hammel made the suggestion to a state senator who represented several Czech communities that, perhaps, the legislature should designate kolaches as the official...
The targeted investments of the Inflation Reduction Act have real-world impacts that are hard to ignore. Since its passage in August 2022, the IRA has been quietly bringing tangible benefits to Nebraska's farms, public schools, small businesses and families. In July 2024, Nebraska's Department of Environment and Energy was awarded $307 million in IRA funding to implement measures outlined in the state's priority action plan. These funds will assist Nebraska producers in implementing advanced liv...
LINCOLN - Be wary of unintended consequences. That's good advice for any endeavor, and appears to be the problem facing proposed retail/sports/entertainment developments called "Good Life Districts." The recent effort to create such districts was well intended. The idea was to lure out-of-state shoppers, visitors and youth sports teams to spend millions in Nebraska, rather than Kansas City, Des Moines or Minneapolis. Envisioned at Gretna's Nebraska Crossing mall were stores like Nordstroms,...
Jackie (Kallhoff) Sidman, who was named after her father, was born Aug. 28, 1964 in Neligh, the daughter of Jack and Bonnie (Damme) Kallhoff . She died at her home in rural Kensington, Kansas, due to complications from diabetes, on Jan. 9, 2025, at the age of 60. Her early years were spent on the family farm south of Clearwater. This is where the "cowgirl" was started, as she loved taking care of the animals and riding "her" horse Tom. She lived in and around Clearwater until graduating from...
Graveside services for Gary Lee Braun, 75, of Ewing, will be held in the Cottonwood Cemetery in Burwell at a later date. Gary died on Sunday, Jan. 12, 2025, at his home in Ewing. Memorials may be directed to the family for future designation. Arrangements are entrusted to Biglin's Mortuary in O'Neill. ~~~~~ Gary Lee Braun was born on April 3, 1949, to Ben and Helen (Scripter) Braun in Atkinson. Gary grew up in Atkinson and attended Atkinson Public Schools up until his junior year. He drove...
In December, Antelope Memorial Hospital was selected as one of the recipients of a grant from the "For The Girls" organization in Norfolk. Kristen Kester, AMH radiology director, and Diane Brugger, AMH chief executive officer, accepted the grant, totaling $30,000, from the For The Girls board of directors. The grant will be used toward the purchase of a new 3D mammography machine that will be installed at AMH later this spring...
All six school board members took the oath of office Wednesday, Jan. 15. Nate Schwager, Scott Thiele, Austin Twibell, Jeremy Wagner, along with newcomers Chelsi McLain and Ryan Ahlers, recited the pledge of office. Officers for the board were also elected during the 50-minute meeting. Superintendent Molly Aschoff conducted the election. Nate Schwager will serve as president for the upcoming year and Jeremy Wagner was elected as vice president. Austin Twibell was chosen to fill the secretary...
Andrew Steskal, a 2018 graduate of Clearwater-Orchard Public Schools, will fill a math vacancy at Summerland Public Schools for the 2025-2026 school year. Steskal spent two years at Northeast Community College and received a degree in mathematics education from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Currently, he fills a similar position at Cross County High School. This is his third year in the district, located south of Stromsburg. Superintendent Molly Aschoff said, "We're very fortunate. He came...
LINCOLN – In its second week of the 2025 session, the 109th Nebraska Legislature hosted Gov. Jim Pillen for the State of the State address where he outlined his priorities for the upcoming 90 days, alongside a week's worth of bill introductions. Pillen addressed the Legislature Jan. 15, outlining his main priorities for the upcoming session, adopting a winner-take-all system for the Nebraska Electoral College, minimizing government expenditures and reevaluating public school funding. In his s...
The Summerland Bobcats wrestling team competed at the West Holt Invitational in Atkinson on Friday, Jan. 17, finishing eighth in the 10-team field with 66.5 points. Burwell captured the team title with a dominant 180-point performance. Despite their mid-pack finish, the Bobcats saw standout efforts from two individual champions, along with medal-winning performances in several weight classes. Austin Mendoza secured first place in the 144-pound division, earning 26.0 team points. After receiving...
The Orchard Community Center is turning up the heat this winter with its second annual soup supper on Sunday, Jan. 26, starting at 5 p.m. Locals can ladle up a variety of hearty soups while supporting a great cause - funds raised will go toward bringing new amenities to the center. Speaking of upgrades, while there, don't miss the center's latest addition: an indoor pickleball set. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a curious first-timer, this fast-paced, fun game is perfect for all ages. Bring...
The Summerland Lady Bobcats showcased their dominance in a Jan. 16 triangular matchup against Creighton and Norfolk Catholic, earning decisive victories in both contests. Against Norfolk Catholic, the Lady Bobcats triumphed 47-17. Ava Cleveland started strong, earning a 19-2 technical fall over Gracie Bowers in the 115-pound match. Abbey Chipps followed with a swift pin against Lily Curry in just 27 seconds at 120 pounds. Norfolk Catholic secured points at 130 pounds, with Micheli Fisher...
The Summerland boys wrestling team delivered a hard-fought performance at the Summerland Triangular on Jan. 16, earning a narrow victory over Norfolk Catholic before falling to Creighton in a dramatic finale. The Bobcats secured a 35-31 win over Norfolk Catholic, thanks to several standout performances: Steven Mast (138): Pinned Tanner Risinger in 1:28. Austin Mendoza (144): Earned a 20-5 technical fall over Oliver Daniel. Ethan Kester (150): Stuck Kaden Nutzman in just 53 seconds. Jason Shaver...
The Summerland Bobcats secured a 71-62 victory over O’Neill St. Mary’s on Jan. 16 in a thrilling matchup at SMH. A barrage of three-point shooting in the first half set the tone, with Summerland burying eight triples while St. Mary’s countered with nine of their own. Head coach Brett Kaczor said, “Our guys knew it was going to be a battle. We were able to get off to a really good start and match every run that St. Mary’s threw at us throughout the game.” The Bobcats demonstrated efficiency...
The St. Mary’s Lady Cardinals showcased their defensive prowess and consistent scoring in a 55-31 victory over the Summerland Lady Bobcats during their Jan. 16 matchup in O’Neill. The Lady Bobcats were held to single-digit scoring in three quarters, while St. Mary’s delivered a steady offensive performance, establishing an early lead and maintaining control throughout the game. Emerson Mlnarik contributed three points and seven rebounds for the Lady Cardinals. Pyper Ickes added one point and f...
Summerland fell to the Humphrey-Lindsay Lady Bulldogs, 56-34, in a game played on the Bobcats' home court. Coach Jackson Medina said every game is a learning experience. "In everything we do our focus is to better finish on the offensive side of the ball. Layups and shots around the rim is what we think is the largest and most glaring thing we can do to immediately improve game to game." Individual statistics were unavailable....
The Summerland Bobcats showcased their dominance on Friday night with a decisive 61-34 victory over the Humphrey-Lindsay Bulldogs in front of a home crowd at Summerland. From the opening tip to the final buzzer, the Bobcats maintained control, powered by standout performances and consistent team play. Coach Brett Kaczor said Friday was a quick turnaround against another quality and very well-coached Humphrey-Lindsay team. Summerland opened strong, outscoring the Bulldogs 19-8 in the first...
Did you know that radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S., and it could be in your home? Radon is a colorless, odorless gas that comes from the ground and can accumulate in homes, posing serious health risks. Testing a home is easy, affordable and could save lives. Get a test kit today and take the first step in protecting family. For more information on how to test and reduce radon in your home, visit www.ncdhd.ne.gov or contact NCDHD at 402-336-2406. The Environmental...
Farm Credit Services of America O'Neill office location made a donation of $10,000 to support the hot lunch programs of ten schools in the northeast Nebraska region. Farm Credit Services of America, which is dedicated to supporting rural communities, made the donation to address food insecurity and hunger by assisting families in the local area who had outstanding balances in the schools' lunch programs. The donation, made by the O'Neill branch of FCSAmerica, will be distributed equally among...
NOTICE OF RENEWAL OF CLASS I ALCOHOLIC LIQUOR ON SALE (OUTSIDE CORPORATE LIMITS) LIQUOR LICENSE PLAINVIEW COUNTRY CLUB Notice is hereby given that pursuant to Section 53-135.01 that a liquor license may be automatically renewed for one year from May 1, 2025, for the following: Class I – Alcoholic Liquor On-Sale (Outside Corporate Limits), to-wit: Plainview Country Club, Address: 53230 865 Road, Plainview, Nebraska, 68769, on the premises described as follows: A tract more particularly described as the North 50 acres of the East Half of the N...
NOTICE OF RENEWAL OF RETAIL CLASS I ALCOHOLIC LIQUIOR ON SALE (OUTSIDE CORPORATE LIMITS) LIQUOR LICENSE SUMMERLAND GOLF CLUB, INC. Notice is hereby given that pursuant to Section 53-135.01 that a Liquor License may be automatically renewed for one year from May 1, 2025, for the following: Class I - Alcoholic Liquor on Sale (Outside Corporate Limits) Liquor License, to-wit: Summerland Golf Club, Inc., Address: 51020 857 Road, Box 325, Ewing, Nebraska, 68735, on the premises described as follows: A tract containing 67.41 acres more or less lying...
