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Reduced speed limit signs, with flashing lights, will warn traffic traveling near the new Summerland School site, to slow down. Antelope County commissioners approved a resolution to the effect during Tuesday's meeting, in Neligh. Speed limit signs, slowing traffic to 35 miles per hour, have been placed at four spots, 200 feet in each direction, from the intersection of 857th (Summerland) Road and 513 Avenue. Commissioner Dean Smith asked if flashing lights have been installed. Boggs said,...
Summerland School District will feature five new staff members in the 2021-2022 school year, including one elementary and four high school educators. Staff members met for inservice training, in Orchard, Aug. 16 and 17. On Aug. 23 and 24, staff and students moved materials from the three former sites into the new facility, in preparation for the Aug. 30 start date. Jacob Goldfus His first impression of the Summerland School system and new facility can be summed up in one word: incredible. Okay,...
A benefit for Miranda (Mosel) Lopez will be held Sunday, Sept. 19, from 4 to 8 p.m., at the Antelope County Fairgrounds. Lopez has been diagnosed with breast cancer and she and her husband are expecting their third child. A silent auction will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. To make a donation, contact Stacey Mitchell at 402-750-7213 or Terra Bentley-Kimes at 402- 750-3267....
Several residents have reported stolen vehicles in the past 10 days. On Aug. 24, following contact with the Hastings Police Department, Holt County Sheriff’s Department investigated a report of a Jeep reported stolen from a rural residence in Chambers. As the search continued, officers determined a silver 2005 Jeep Wrangler TJ had been stolen during a burglary at a Chambers residence. The vehicle was recovered during the execution of a search warrant in Webster County. Additional Jeep parts, believed to have been stolen during the Chambers b...
Third District representative Adrian Smith met with area residents, Aug. 18, at the Neligh Public Library. He told constituents it is "refreshing to meet with folks faceto- face, rather than by Zoom." Smith spoke on a variety of topics, primarily driven by questions from audience members. Taxes As a member of the tax writing committee, Smith said he is concerned about current tax proposals under consideration. "It's a huge money grab." He said the capital gains taxes threaten multi-generation...
About 10 days ago, I started watching “One Day in America,” a National Geographic series about what I consider the darkest day in our nation’s history: the September 11 attacks. Watching the show has been an emotional journey, and even though the tears roll as I view an episode, I highly recommend the series. Scenes from the show brought back a deluge of memories. Like many of you, every detail of that day stands out, a slow-motion vignette filled with chaos, frustration, anger and despa...
The kidneys may be called the Rodney Dangerfield of the body, as they often "don't get no respect." The National Kidney Foundation estimates that one in three adult Americans are at risk for kidney disease, yet these organs are mostly ignored unless they develop stones or stop working. When healthy, kidneys work continuously at their main job of filtering blood to remove unwanted products and help produce urine. Kidneys clean approximately 200 liters of blood each day, removing up to two liters...
Representatives moved forward the $1 trillion Bipartisan Infrastructure and Jobs Act, which includes investments in roads, bridges, other major public infrastructure projects and broadband. One of the most significant funding allotments in the bill is in the realm of digital infrastructure. Some 30 million Americans, mostly rural, are still without the infrastructure for standard internet access speeds. In Nebraska, for example, 26% of residents do not have adequate access to high speed...
Paulette Anderson 1960-2021 Funeral services for Paulette (Walnofer) Anderson, 61, of Rogers, Arkansas, were Monday, Sept. 6, at Full Gospel Church in Ewing. Burial was in the Butte Cemetery in Butte, Nebraska. Paulette passed away peacefully Aug. 29, 2021, surrounded by friends and family, at Washington Regional Medical Center in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Memorials may be directed to the family for future designation. Arrangements were entrusted to Biglin’s Mortuary in O’Neill. ~~~ Paulette was...
Celebration of life services for George Wright, 61, formerly of Ewing, will be Saturday, Sept. 18, at 2 p.m. at the United Methodist- Presbyterian Church (USA), in Ewing. George died after a lengthy battle with cancer....
Casey N. Fulgium, 35, of Conroe, Texas, appeared in front of the Honorable Donna Taylor in the Antelope County courtroom last Wednesday, Sept. 1, for further arraignment on a Class 1 misdemeanor count of third-degree domestic assault, alleged July 16 in Neligh. He requested court-appointed counsel, telling Taylor, although he had indicated at his first appearance that he would hire his own attorney, he could not afford one because he was paying double rent. Taylor appointed Martin Klein of Neligh and continued arraignment to Oct. 6. Bond,...
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, Sept. 21, from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Antelope County Fairgrounds, East Highway 275, in Neligh. Volunteers will be on hand to assist with loading the product into cars, parking and collecting the necessary information from individuals. Any weather-related cancellations will be sent to the Norfolk radio stations, KBRX and the area newspapers....
Individuals wanting to donate blood will have two chances. A blood drive will be held in Clearwater, Tuesday, Sept. 14. at the American Legion Club, 145 Main Street. The event starts at 9 a.m. and continues until 3 p.m. On Monday, Sept. 20, individuals may donate at the drive scheduled at St. Peter Lutheran Church, 202 Cherry Street, in Orchard. Donations will be accepted between 10:30 a.m. and 4 p.m....
Summerland struck early and took a four-point advantage to the locker room at the half, but it wasn't enough to subdue the rated St. Mary's on Friday. Led by Aidan Hedstrom, the Cardinals rallied in the second quarter and secured a 38-23 win in O'Neill. After sustaining an injury in the season opener, senior Mason Hoke started in the qb spot, completing three of nine passes for 43 yards. Trevor Thomson led the Bobcat rushing corps, racking up 194 yards on 24 carries. Hoke added 29 rushing yards,...
Despite strong performances from the serving line and at the net, the Lady Bobcats finished last week with a single win and three losses in matches at the Central Valley and St. Mary's triangulars. On Tuesday, Central Valley took care of business in two sets, downing the Bobcats, 25-14 and 25-21. Ady Mlnarik record six kills in the match. Harper Klabenes finished with six digs. The Bobcats came out swinging against CWC in the second contest of the evening, wnning 25-16 and 25-20. Mlnarik and...
Two individuals will receive a cash prize from the Advocate-Messenger, in addition to a gift certificate to Sly’s Family Bar and Grill, in Neligh after predicting scores in the first two Husker football contests. Joleen Meyer picked Illinois to knock off the Huskers, 38-21, when the two teams met Aug. 28. The Illini topped Nebraska, 30-22. In last week’s contest, Harv Ofe, of Neligh, nailed the final score. He predicted Nebraska to throttle Fordham, 52-7. A final Nebraska touchdown by Mar...
Jennifer A. Blevins, 35, of Pierce, who was scheduled for a preliminary hearing on a Class 4 felony count, possession of a controlled substance, methamphetamine, alleged May 14 north of Oakdale, waived her right to the hearing and was bound over to Antelope County district court by the Honorable Donna Taylor last week. She is set for arraignment in district court Sept. 29. Bond, posted May 15, in the amount of $10,000, 10% cash, was continued. She is represented by Antelope County public defender Melissa Figueroa. A motion for continuance,...
PROCEEDINGS ANTELOPE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Neligh, Nebraska Aug. 31, 2021 Chairman opened meeting. Notice of meeting published as required by statute. Approved agenda. Budget public hearing. Meeting adjourned. Antelope County Board of Commissioners Charlie Henery /s/ Chairman of County Board Attest: Lisa Payne /s/ Antelope County Clerk Published September 9, 2021 ZNEZ...
NOTICE OF MEETING BUDGET HEARING SUMMERLAND PUBLIC SCHOOL BOARD OF EDUCATION Monday, Sept. 13, 2021 Summerland Public School The Summerland Public School Board of Education will hold a budget hearing, Monday, Sept. 13, 2021, at 6 p.m. at Summerland Public School, 51293 857th Road, Ewing, NE 68735. A copy of the agenda, kept continuously current, is available at the superintendent’s office. AGENDA 1. Call meeting to order, review Nebraska Open Meetings Act, and recognize visitors 2. Roll call 3. Public participation 4. Discussion 5. Adjourn T...
NOTICE OF MEETING SUMMERLAND PUBLIC SCHOOL BOARD OF EDUCATION Monday, Sept. 13, 2021 Summerland Public School The Summerland Public School Board of Education will meet, Monday, Sept. 13, 2021, immediately following the tax request hearing, at Summerland Public School, 51293 857th Road, Ewing, NE 68735. A copy of the agenda, kept continuously current, is available at the superintendent’s office. AGENDA 1. Call tax hearing to order 2. Roll call 3. Public participation 4. Discussion 5. Adjourn The agenda sequence is provided as a courtesy only. T...
NOTICE OF MEETING TAX REQUEST HEARING SUMMERLAND PUBLIC SCHOOL BOARD OF EDUCATION Monday, Sept. 13, 2021 Summerland Public School The Summerland Public School Board of Education will hold a budget hearing, Monday, Sept. 13, 2021, immediately following the budget hearing, at Summerland Public School, 51293 857th Road, Ewing, NE 68735. A copy of the agenda, kept continuously current, is available at the superintendent’s office. Published September 9, 2021 ZNEZ • AGENDA 1. Call meeting to order 1.A. Nebraska Open Meetings Act 1.B. Roll call 1.C...
PROCEEDINGS SPECIAL VILLAGE OF CLEARWATER BOARD OF TRUSTEES August 30, 2021 The Board of Trustees of the Village of Clearwater met in special session Monday, Aug. 30 at 7 p.m., in the fire hall meeting room. Meeting was opened at 7:01 p.m. Notice of meeting was given in advance by publication in Summerland Advocate- Messenger and notice was given prior to meeting. Public was informed of location of Open Meeting Act poster. Present: Kevin Filsinger, Steve Stearns, Mike Klabenes, Kelly Kerkman, Steve Hankla. Others present: Lauren...
SUBMITTED ARTICLE September is National Suicide Prevention and Awareness month and Antelope Memorial Hospital's Senior Life Solutions is working to raise awareness and educate the community on the risk factors and warning signs of suicide. Talk of suicide should never be dismissed. "If you, or someone you know, are thinking of suicide call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255." said a spokesperson. Senior Life Solutions is an intensive outpatient group therapy and...
On Tuesday, the Nebraska State Patrol presented a citizen Public Service Award to Frank Axiotes for his heroic efforts to save two people from a burning vehicle, following a crash on Interstate 80 in Lincoln last year. The crash occurred Sept. 25, 2020, near mile marker 403 in Lincoln. Axiotes was eastbound on I-80 when he witnessed the three-vehicle crash in the westbound lanes. Axiotes pulled over, ran across the eastbound lanes, and began attempts to assist those involved in the crash. The...
Two individuals appeared in the Antelope County court last Wednesday, Sept. 1, on allegations related to a vehicle stolen in North Dakota. According to a probable-cause affidavit filed by Neligh police chief Michael Wright, he responded to a call reporting a vehicle parked on the east side of the Casey’s General Store in Neligh with the vehicle running and a male who had been standing outside in the rain, hitting his head on the side of the building, then laid on the ground, shaking. According to the affidavit, the female driver initially p...