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Nebraskans may not have to remember to set clocks back one hour in the fall, if LB283 passes through the Legislature. On Feb. 3, the Government Committee held a hearing on the bill, which is an updated version of last year's LB1015, which stalled in committee. More than one-third of the Legislature co-sponsored the bill. "It seems everyone in the state hates the idea in having to change their clocks twice a year and I really do mean everyone," Briese said during the hearing. LB283 would move...
Shelly Ross really treasures her new job. The 48-year-old took over the duties of the Holt County treasurer Jan. 19 and was officially sworn into office Feb. 1. The board of supervisors appointed Ross on Jan. 7 to the elected position's current four-year term that runs through December 2022. She took over as the full-time treasurer from Connie Krotter, who had served in the O'Neill-based position for 15 years. "My new role is going well," Ross said. "We have an excellent staff in our office,...
Clearwater Sons of the American Legion will host a fish fry, Wednesday, Feb. 17. Serving will be from 5 to 8 p.m., at the American Legion, located on Main Street. Fish, steak fries, cole slaw, mac 'n cheese, dessert and a drink will be served. A freewill donation will be accepted....
Village of Clearwater residents who own dogs will need to license their animals. Type of dog and a photo copy of the shot record are necessary. Cost for each license is $6. Contact Angie Hupp at the village office or Kate Ahlers at the village shop to pay and pick up dog tags. Dogs may be picked up if they are running at large, not chained or kenneled at all times....
Summerland parents and teachers held mid-term conferences this week. It reminded me of days gone by ... Grandma Larson would give Laurie and me a buck for every “A” we earned on our report cards. I appreciated the extra cash, but I really did not need the incentive. It wasn’t like Grandma was dangling dollars and I was off on a chase to earn “A”s. I’ve told you before, I’m kind of a nerd when it comes to school. I liked it and school - except for algebra - came easy. Now I know there are peo...
Dear Editor, The Orchard Historical Society would like to thank the people of Orchard and its surrounding communities for the interest and support shown to us over the years. With that support, we have restored the Rex Theatre and the District 57 one-room schoolhouse. The society desires to take on the project of digitization of the Orchard News newspapers dating back to 1902. These papers are currently on microfilm through 2003 but not out on the World Wide Web. That’s over 5,000 newspapers full of history, but only accessible by using a m...
Two defendants waived their rights to preliminary hearings in the Antelope County court last Wednesday, Feb. 3, and were bound over to Antelope County district court by the Honorable Donna Taylor. Mason R. Siems, 21, of Tilden is charged with two Class 1D felony counts of possession of a firearm by a prohibited person, alleged Nov. 21, 2020. He is set for arraignment in district court Feb. 24. Taylor set bond at $10,000, personal recognizance. Siems is represented by Antelope County public...
The Honorable Donna Taylor, presiding from the bench in the Antelope County court last week, set sentencing dates for several defendants, who admitted criminal allegations. Robert J. Evans, 41, of Elgin pleaded guilty, pursuant to a plea agreement, to one count of violating a harassment protection order, a Class 2 misdemeanor committed Dec. 12. In return, Antelope County attorney Joe Abler dismissed two additional counts of violating the protection order and agreed to recommend a fine only at...
The mobile food pantry, sponsored by the Neligh United Methodist Church, as well as various other churches, individuals and businesses in the area, will be dispersing food Tuesday, Feb. 16, from 3 to 5 p.m., on the east side of the American Legion Club in Neligh. Cars will park on the west side of the Legion in the blocked-off street. Food Bank for the Heartland is now sending enough food for each family to receive two orders, if they can use it. Recipients may still pick up for one other...
Travis D. Mace, 35, of Elgin faced the Honorable Donna Taylor in two related cases last Wednesday, Feb. 3, during county court proceedings. Mace requested court-appointed counsel. After holding an indigency hearing, Taylor appointed public defender Melissa Figueroa of Norfolk. In the first case, Mace is charged with two felonies, possession of a deadly weapon by a prohibited person, a Class 3 felony, and possession of a controlled substance, a Class 4 felony, both alleged Jan. 30 in Neligh. A...
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that PELSTER LAND, LLC, a Nebraska Limited Liability Company, is organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The designated office is 404 Iowa Street, Clearwater, Nebraska 68726. The registered agent is Caleb Pelster. The street address of the registered agent is 404 Iowa Street, Clearwater, Nebraska 68726. The general nature of its business is to engage in and to do any lawful act concerning any and all lawful business, other than banking or insurance, for which a limited liability company...
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING-ROAD CLOSING WHEREAS, the Antelope County Board of Commissioners has been asked to reconsider the vacation or abandonment of 841 Road between 510th and 511th Avenue that was petitioned for closure previously and the board chose to leave the road open. The road is located between Sections 30 and 31, in Township 24 North, Range 8 West of the 6th Principal Meridian, Antelope County Nebraska. WHEREAS, a written report of the use of the road has been completed by the highway superintendent and is filed with the county...
PROCEEDINGS ANTELOPE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Neligh, Nebraska February 2, 2021 Chairman opened meeting. Notice of meeting published as required by statute. Approve agenda. Approved minutes of the Jan. 12, 2021, commissioner meetings Correspondence was reviewed. Road superintendent report. Approved access permit. Approved advertising bids gravel, asphalt, armor coat. Approved fuel contract with Farmers Pride. Approved change order and pay applications times two. Approved certificate of substantial completion. Approved resolution for...
NOTICE FOR BIDS Armor Coating The Antelope County Board of Commissioners will accept sealed bids until 9:45 a.m., on March 9, 2021, for armor coating of oil roads within Antelope County. Said bids are for the application of armor coating using county-furnished materials. Successful bidder will supply the specified product from May 1, 2021, to Dec. 1, 2021. Price should be per mile. All work to be done according to county specifications. Contractor must supply traffic control, signing and proof of bonding and insurance. Bids can be brought or...
NOTICE FOR BIDS Asphalt Oil The Antelope County Board of Commissioners will accept sealed bids until 9:45 a.m., on March 9, 2021, for asphalt oil. Price should be per gallon. Purchase of asphalt oil to be delivered to each county shop from April 1, 2021, to Dec. 1, 2021, for the following types of asphalt: MC-800, RC-250, MC3000, CRS2 and CRS-2P. Bids can be brought or mailed to the Antelope County Clerk’s office, 501 M Street, PO Box 26, Neligh, NE 68756-0026 and will be opened at 9:45 a.m. on March 9, 2021, in the Antelope County C...
NOTICE FOR BIDS Gravel The Antelope County Board of Commissioners will accept sealed bids until 9:45 a.m., on March 9, 2021, for gravel. Bids may be brought in or mailed to the Antelope County Clerk’s office, 501 M Street, PO Box 26, Neligh, NE 68756-0026. Successful bidder will supply the specified product from July 1, 2021, to June 30, 2022. Bids will be opened and publicly read on March 9, 2021, at 9:45 a.m., in the County Commissioners’ room of the Antelope County Courthouse Annex. The Antelope County Board of Commissioners reserves the...
Robert M. Gotschall, 36, of Atkinson faced the Honorable Kale Burdick in the Holt County courtroom in O'Neill last Tuesday, Feb. 2, for a preliminary hearing on a felony charge, abuse of a vulnerable adult. Pursuant to a plea deal with Holt County prosecutor Brent Kelly, Gotschall entered a no contest plea to a reduced charge, third-degree assault, a Class 1 misdemeanor. Burdick found Gotschall guilty and sentenced him to 60 days in the Holt County Jail, with credit for 56 days previously...
Christen Curtis, of Royal, received first place in senior livestock judging at the District IV FFA event, last Thursday. She is a member of the Creighton FF Chapter. She, along with her teammates RJ Wilmes, Anthony Shefl and Bryna Fanta, finished fourth and will compete in the state convention contest. Competing for Creighton were Shefl, Christopher Shefl, Sam Vortherms, Layne Ebel, Charlie Rohrer, Dylan Kuhlman, Wilmes, Devin Wagner, Kendall Wolerton, Layci Condon, Leah Fritz, Olivia Kuhlman,...
When you think of Valentine's Day treats, chocolate is usually at the top of the list. But this year, skip the fancy box from the store and make your own chocolate treats. From breakfast to dessert, chocolate is the star of the day. ~~~~~ Show your affection with a plate of these colorful Cocoa-Kissed Red Velvet Pancakes, featuring rich 100% cocoa, buttermilk and fresh berries. Heart-shaped cookie cutters lend a special touch to these fluffy, flavorful pancakes. Add sweet garnishes like powdered...
The Lady Bobcats will begin subdistrict play next week at Elgin Public High School. The D1-5 bracket shows the fourth-seeded West Holt Lady Huskies will play Neligh-Oakdale, Monday, Feb 15. Tipoff is setfor 7 p.m. The winner will meet top-seeded Elgin Public/Pope John, at 6 p.m., Tuesday. Summerland will meet Elkhorn Valley at 8. The subdistrict final will be played Thursday, at 7 p.m....
Congratulations to winners of the Antelope County 4-H and FFA Boosters Gun Raffle! Winners may claim prizes at Den's Repair - Dennis Herley, in Clearwater, or Tim Twibell, in Orchard. • September - Paul Mackeprang - Bow package • October - James Zwingman - Tikka T3 Hunter .270 cal • November - Ross Schindler - Lifetime Hunt/Fish license, age 0-15 • December - Shad Thompson - Savage Model 25 .204 cal • Christmas - Owen Childers - DPMS Oracle AR-15, 5.56/.223 • January - Trey Rittscher -...
Summerland Public Schools announced, Saturday, that district sites will have a late start two days next week. The district's notification system sent a message to district patrons at approximately 11:48 a.m., that classes on Monday and Tuesday will begin at 10 a.m., due to predicted dangerous wind chills. As of Saturday morning, Holt County remains in a wind chill advisory until noon, Monday, Feb. 15. According to the National Weather Service, wind chills, as low as 30 degrees below zero, are...
The search for a superintendent is over. Kyle Finke, elementary principal at Battle Creek Public Schools, will assume the position in official capacity, July 1. The announcement was made during Monday's Summerland School board of education meeting in Ewing. Finke attended the meeting and will begin to implement a transition plan he presented to board members during a Feb. 8 formal interview. He will assume the position following the retirement of current superintendent, Dale Martin, who...
