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The 4-H division of the Antelope County Fair will have a different look in 2020. Tessa Hain, 4-H youth development coordinator, said, extension personnel appreciate input for how fair events will look due to COVID-19 concerns. “We had to make some tough decisions to put on a safe fair for all of our youth and for our community,” she wrote in a July 1 email. “We are really happy that we can get together face to face to celebrate our 4-Hers and their hard work.” On Sunday, July 12, shooting sports...
Four individuals will vie for the title of Miss Clearwater Rodeo 2020 during Friday's opening evening of rodeo competition. The winner will reign over the 53rd annual event, scheduled for Friday through Sunday, July 10 to 12. Taylor Bolling, of Clearwater; Josey Booth, Neligh; Morgan Erhardt, Orchard and Brooke Lehr, of Columbus, will be judged in horsemanship, congeniality and appearance categories. Prior to Friday's 7:30 p.m. rodeo opening, awards for all categories will be announced, in...
Clearwater Insurance Agency will host an open house, Friday, July 10, from 9 a.m. to noon, in The Tilden Bank building. Licensed agents will be available to answer questions. Refreshments will be served....
The Holt County supervisors finalized seating of a board of adjustment when they met at the courthouse in O’Neill last Tuesday, June 30. Vice chair Steve Boshart presided, due to the potential for board of adjustment action related to TC Energy matters, with which chairman Bill Tielke has a declared conflict of interest. Clayton Goeke of Atkinson was selected, by written ballot from a pool of three interested citizens, to serve as the alternate board member. Goeke garnered three votes, Cheri Frisch of Atkinson, two, and Tom Schaaf of Lynch, non...
Some weeks, I know exactly what I want to say when it comes to this column. The idea takes root and over the weekend, I write and rewrite in my mind before committing word to paper. Other weeks, it seems like a million ideas swirl and nothing catches my complete attention. That’s sort of how I feel this week: a lot of words could be written on multiple topics, but I’m not sure there’s anything new to say about politics, the state of the nation, defunding police and the virus that disru...
CENTER FOR RURAL AFFAIRS On June 26, U.S. Reps. Don Bacon, a Nebraska Republican, and Abigail Spanberger, Democrat from Virginia, members of the House Agriculture Committee, introduced a companion bill to the Growing Climate Solutions Act, H.R. 7393. The Senate bill, S. 3894, was introduced by Sens. Mike Braun, Republican from Indiana, and Rhode Island Democrat Sheldon Whitehouse in early June. The bill would standardize the agricultural carbon market and was referred to the House Committee on Agriculture. “These bills come at a critical t...
A former Holt County resident was sentenced to three three-year prison terms for felony convictions and three one-year terms for misdemeanor convictions, all committed in Holt County, beginning more than three years ago. Jeff A. Dolberg, 45, was sentenced by the Honorable Karin Noakes on Monday, June 29, in Holt County district court. Noakes began presiding over the case after the Honorable Mark Kozisek recused himself, pursuant to a motion filed on Dolberg’s behalf by his attorney, Rodney Smith of O’Neill. The motion to disqualify cited Koz...
A look out the kitchen window into the flower garden this morning revealed the usual lilies, zinnias and petunias in bloom. The tiger lilies green buds hang down waiting for their turn to open. In this hot, dry season I’m lucky to have color. Listening to the spit, spit, spit of the sprinkler rotating on the vegetable garden, I move to the patio for a bowl of cereal and hope something new might be blooming in the flower garden. Then I saw it, the garden phlox is starting to show color. Late last summer I planted two. I’ve had them before, but a...
A blood drive will be held Tuesday, July 14, in Clearwater. Donations can be made from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at St. Theresa’s Catholic Church hall....
Antelope Memorial Hospital Wellness will host a Co-RUN-a Virus 5K walk or run. Wellness coordinator Meghan Fernau said participants will complete the 3.1 mile race on their own, between July 19 and 25, and submit results via email. Registration price of $25 includes a T-shirt. Registration forms are available online at amhne.org, under Wellness Center services or at event sponsors, including the Summerland Advocate-Messenger in Clearwater or 319 Graphics, Neligh Flower Shop, Neligh City office, Sly’s Family Bar and Grill, Stealth Broadband, N...
O’Neill Police Department is hosting a retirement celebration for Darrell Hamilton, July 13, from 2 to 4 p.m., at the O’Neill City Council Chambers, at 401 E. Fremont Street. Hamilton has served in law enforcement for more than 46 years, including a stint as Antelope County sheriff. Cards and well-wishes may be sent to Hamilton at P.O. Box 201, Orchard, NE 68764....
Orchard Historical Society will host city-wide garage sales in Orchard and the surrounding area, Friday, July 17 and Saturday, July 18. Although maps will not be provided, the historical society will offer a list of sellers, sale hours, addresses and detailed directions. The list will be available Tuesday, July 14, via email or text. A copy will also be posted inside the front door of the Rex Theater....
Six of seven defendants who faced the Honorable Donna Taylor last Wednesday morning, July 1, when she presided from the bench in the Antelope County court, faced charges stemming from alleged fights. If convicted of their individual third-degree assault, fight by mutual consent charges, they each face a possible fine of up to $1,000, six months in jail, or both, for the Class 2 misdemeanor. Hugo Estrada, 28, and Smokie J. Pike, 24, who resided in Neligh for the past several months, were cited for a May 3 fight at their residence. Pike pleaded...
NEBRASKA NEWS SERVICE The Small Business Administration, on Monday, released some details about 4,179 Nebraska businesses that took out Paycheck Protection Program loans of $150,000 or more. The Small Business Administration did not report the exact amount each business took out in loans, offering a range that the loan fell into. Only loans of $150,000 or more were reported. Of the 4,179 loans, 2,394 of them were for the lowest range, $150,000 to $350,000. Statewide, 36 businesses got loans of $5 million to $10 million. Orchard loans reported...
St. Theresa's and St. John's Catholic churches held First Communion services recently. The sacrament of Eucharist, or Holy Communion, is a celebration, but the primary focus remains on the holy sacrament as children are welcomed to the Lord's table....
Peewee team one spent a few weeks practicing before taking the field for games. Team members include Ryan Rifer; Aiden McAllister, Jason Shaver, Hayden Hobbs, Cohen Schindler, Dane Miller, Cash Wickersham, Landon McAllister, A.J. Hobbs, Ruger Switzer, Coy Wickersham, Coach Gunnar Shabram, Coach Jeff Shabram and Coach John Shaver....
SUBMITTED ARTICLE Although COVID-19 canceled the in-person State FFA Convention in Lincoln this year, FFA members have still been able to participate in virtual events. In December, four members qualified for the state convention in leadership development events. These students were able to compete in events virtually last week. Results were announced July 2, via Facebook Live. Ashley Melcher received a bronze medal for her ag literacy speech. Receiving a silver medal was Carlee Livingston in...
Gail and Connie Cronin, of Clearwater, held a recommitment ceremony, June 8, celebrating 35 years of marriage. Father John Norman officiated....
Summerland Public School Board of Education Meeting Monday, July 13, 2020 Summerland Public School @ Clearwater 501 Iowa Street, Clearwater, NE 68726 Regular Meeting 6 p.m. 1.Call meeting to order 1.A. Nebraska Open Meetings Act 1.B. Roll call 1.C. Possible motion on board member absence 2. Approve agenda 3. Public participation(15 minutes allowed) 4. Consent Agenda 4.A. Minutes of the June 16 meeting. 4.B. Monthly financial report 5. Hearing to review, consider, receive public comment and take action to adopt the internet safety policy as...
After months of planning and rescheduling, Ewing Public School students will have a prom. The event will take place Friday, July 17 at St. Dominic's Hall. The theme is Las Vegas Nights and members of the junior class will decorate Thursday at 6:30 p.m. The traditional grand march will still take place at 6:30 p.m., Friday, after sponsor Jan Miller takes pictures at 6. Audience members are asked to remain in their vehicles while students walk along the sidewalk, showing their outfits. Before...
