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  • FFA supervised experiences give students real-world opportunities

    LuAnn Schindler, Publisher|Sep 11, 2024

    For several Summerland FFA students, school never is out of session, even during summer months. Through a Supervised Agriculture Experience, FFA members are able to explore career options and learn about workplace life. Summerland FFA Advisor Jacob Goldfuss said, "Essentially, it is some type of job or project that an FFA member should have to help them learn skills and knowledge that they can use in the classroom and in FFA contests." The sky's the limit when it comes to a job or project for an...

  • Street projects lined up for village's 1, 6 year plans

    LuAnn Schindler, Publisher|Sep 11, 2024

    Eight street projects will fill Clearwater's six-year street plan. The one-year plan can be summed up in a single word: maintenance. Village engineer John Zwingman told trustees he went through the prior plan "with a fairly fine-tooth comb." "Last year's plan costs made zero sense to me and the attached maps didn't match project descriptions," he said during Monday's public hearing held at the fire hall meeting room. Projects include: • Nebraska Street, from Iowa Street to Main Street, .22 m...

  • Pancakes, raffle planned at Clearwater church

    Sep 11, 2024

    Mark your calendar for Sunday, Sept. 22. St. Theresa's Catholic Church, in Clearwater, will host its annual pancake breakfast, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., in the church's fellowship hall. Pancakes, French toast, sausage, eggs and drinks will be on the menu. Raffle items and baked goods will also be available....

  • Supervisors approve IT quote

    LuAnn Schindler, Publisher|Sep 11, 2024

    After listening to a presentation about county IT services by Dave Sharr, of RTI, on Aug. 30, Holt County Supervisors authorized the Sioux City-based company to conduct an assessment for managed IT services in the courthouse, annex, road and administrative buildings. Supervisors also approved a quote from Boyd's Network Solutions to expand the current phone system in the administrative building. County planning and zoning administrator Marv Fritz briefed supervisors on the commission's approval...

  • Commissioners want engineering solutions for River Road project

    LuAnn Schindler, Publisher|Sep 11, 2024

    How to handle the River Road, near Clearwater, will come down to engineering specifications. Village officials and Clearwater residents were present, Sept. 10, when Antelope County Commissioners discussed the potential project. Road superintendent Leigh Kluthe said he and Brian McDonald traveled the road last week to talk to about options for the three manholes in the stretch off Highway 275 to the first bridge. Kluthe hasn't received McDonald's findings yet. "He's directing everything back to t...

  • We're all fired up

    Sep 11, 2024

    Summerland Bobcats kicked off homecoming activities, Sunday, with a bonfire at Clearwater's rodeo arena. In addition to a class cheer competition, moms of the senior football players held a tackling contest and students danced by the fire....

  • Isms: Views on life in rural America

    LuAnn Schindler, Publisher|Sep 11, 2024

    My Uncle Paul left this earth about 10 days ago. He was an entertaining character who loved his family and always had a knack for making people laugh. I was asked to speak at his funeral. My Aunt Deanna tells me he loved this column. He told me that, too. Uncle, this one’s about you. I read two statements this week that hit home. The first one said, “An auntie and her first-born niece will always have an unbreakable bond. I know it’s true. Ask my aunties, I’m their favorite “Hey, will you run t...

  • Governor names advocate for banning books to State Library Board, ruffling feathers

    Paul Hammel, Nebraska Press Association Correspondent|Sep 11, 2024

    The State of Nebraska has more than 200 boards and commissions staffed by professionals and regular citizens. They deal with a broad range of subjects, from the recently-created Alzheimer's Disease and Other Dementia Advisory Council and State Child Death Review Team, to more recognizable boards, such as the Board of Parole and Board of Trustees for State Colleges. The governor gets to appoint members to many of these boards and the appointments often go to supporters of the governor and people...

  • Probation extended for alcohol violations

    Sandy Schroth|Sep 11, 2024

    Shane L. Krebs faced the Honorable Donna Taylor in the Antelope County courtroom in Neligh on Aug. 21 for a revocation of probation hearing. Krebs was placed on an 12-month term of probation Sept. 6, 2023, for a conviction of driving under the influence of alcohol. On Aug. 24, Krebs submitted to a chemical test that was positive for alcohol. He admitted consuming at a tractor pull. According to information from his probation officer, he had been sanctioned for four previous positive alcohol tests and had been placed on continuous alcohol...

  • Lanny D. Billings

    Sep 11, 2024

    Funeral services for Lanny D. Billings, 86, of El Paso, Texas, will be 10:30 a.m., Thursday, Sept. 12, at Snider Memorial Funeral Home in Clearwater, with Rev. Chad Boggs officiating. Burial will be in Orchard Hill Cemetery in Orchard. Visitation will be prior to the service from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., Thursday, Sept. 12, at Snider Memorial Funeral Home in Clearwater. Lanny died Sept. 4, 2024, in El Paso, Texas. Condolences may be directed to the family at www.snidermemorial.com. ~~~~~ Lanny...

  • Gold installed as university president

    NAOMI DELKAMILLER, Nebraska News Service|Sep 11, 2024

    Jeffrey P. Gold, M.D., was formally installed, Sept. 5, as the ninth president of the University of Nebraska System during an academic ceremony in Lincoln. The event marked exactly 10 years to the day and hour from his year as chancellor of the University of Nebraska Medical Center in 2014 and exactly five years from his year as chancellor of the University of Nebraska at Omaha in 2019. It was also the first time a presidential investiture was held at the Nebraska State Capitol. "The ceremony...

  • Bobcats record sweet victory over Crofton

    Sep 11, 2024

    With :41 seconds left on the play clock, and the Crofton Warriors in scoring position to take the lead, Bobcat senior Preston Hoke leapt in the air and reeled in an interception. The play led to a 32-28 Bobcat victory when the teams met on Summerland's field, Sept. 5. Hoke finished the game with seven tackles, including two solo take downs. On offense, he caught four passes for 25 yards....

  • Handicap accessible sidewalk installed at Clearwater Legion

    Sep 11, 2024

    Improvements at Clearwater's American Legion continue. Last week, a crew removed old sidewalk pieces and installed a handicap-accessible approach, making it easier for visitors to access the facility. A larger water main was also installed....

  • Bobcats get sweep at St. Mary's Triangular

    Sep 11, 2024

    The Lady Bobcats traveled to O'Neill St. Mary's, Sept. 5, for a triangular with SMH and Plainview. It took three sets, but Summerland topped St. Mary's, 25-22, 21-25, 25-14. Lydia Robertson led the Bobcats with 10 kills. Caydence Schumacher added eight and Kanyon Allemang contributed seven. Kenzie Sanne finished with 21 set assists. Ella Bolling landed three ace serves. The Bobcats downed the Lady Pirates, 26-24 and 25-18. Robertson finished with five kills. Sanne nailed three ace...

  • Mobile food pantry set for Neligh

    Sep 11, 2024

    The mobile food pantry, sponsored by the Neligh Faith Community Church, as well as various other churches, individual, and businesses in the area, will be dispersing food on Tuesday, Sept. 17. The pantry will be available from 2 to 3:30 p.m., at the American Legion Club, 115 W. Third Street, in Neligh....

  • Bobcat runners battle the hill at Wisner-Pilger Invite

    Sep 11, 2024

    Summerland's high school cross country squads traveled to Indian Hills Golf Course, near Beemer, Sept. 5, for the Wisner-Pilger Invite. They faced what many runners consider "Dead Man's Hill," a steep incline leading to the last two-thirds of the 5K race. Times were unavailable at press time. While there were no Bobcat medalists, each individual competitor showed improvement. Competitors included Xander Cepel, Jorden Cox, Luke Kester, Lenora Kester, Aubrey Parker and Carlee L...

  • Backpacks and back to school

    Jill Kruse DO, Prairie Doc|Sep 11, 2024

    School is back in session so it is time for a little pop quiz. What is an item that almost every student carries? If you said backpack, you are off to a great start. Do you know what it takes to be at the head of the class? Let’s find out if you are a star student or need to brush up a little on your backpack knowledge. Most students carry a backpack filled with their books at some point during their school day. Did you know a heavy back pack can cause neck, shoulder or back pain? Those narrow s...

  • Notice of Budget Hearing and Notice of Tax Levy Request Hearing Village of Page Nebraska

    Sep 11, 2024

    Published September 11, 2024 ZNEZ...

  • NOTICE IN THE COUNTY COURT OF ANTELOPE COUNTY, NEBRASKA

    Sep 11, 2024

    NOTICE IN THE COUNTY COURT OF ANTELOPE COUNTY, NEBRASKA ESTATE OF PATRICIA L. WAGNER, Deceased, NO. PR24-30 Notice is hereby given that on Aug. 27, ,2024, in the county court of Antelope County, Nebraska, the registrar issued a written statement of informal probate of the will of said deceased and that Sidney L. Wagner, whose address is 53763 849 Rd., Meadow Grove, NE 68752, has been appointed personal representative of this estate. Creditors must file their claims with this court on or before Oct. 27, 2024, or be forever barred. Linda...

  • Notice of Budget Hearing and Budget Summary and Notice of Tax Levy Request Hearing

    Sep 11, 2024

    Published September 11, 2024 ZNEZ...

  • Holt County Listing of Tax-Exempt Properties

    Sep 11, 2024

    Holt County Listing of Tax-Exempt Properties - CHURCHES Amelia United Methodist Church (Methodist Episcopal Church, Amelia......1 Parcel Assembly of God Church, O’Neill.................................................................3 Parcels Beautiful Savior Evangelical Lutheran Church, O’Neill................................2 Parcels Bethany Presbyterian Church, Lake Township................................................1 Parcel Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church, O’Neill................................................2 Parcels Chris...

  • PROCEEDINGS ANTELOPE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

    Sep 11, 2024

    PROCEEDINGS ANTELOPE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Neligh, Nebraska Sept. 3, 2024 Chairman opened the meeting. Notice of meeting published as required by statute. Approved agenda. Approved minutes of the 8-13-2024, BOC meeting and minutes of the 8-13-2024 BOE meeting. Public comment. Correspondence was reviewed. Zoning Administrator: two administrative plats were approved. Road Superintendent Report: one Oversize Permit was approved; approved two underground permits, approved three access permits. Discussion on road projects and equipment. No...

  • NOTICE OF JOINT PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED PROPERTY TAX INCREASE

    Sep 11, 2024

    NOTICE OF JOINT PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED PROPERTY TAX INCREASE Public notice is hereby given, in compliance with the provisions of Neb. Rev. Stat. § 77-1633, that a representative of the following political subdivisions will meet on the 18th day of September 2024 at 6:01 p.m., in the commissioner meeting room, Antelope County Courthouse Annex, for the purpose of conducting a joint public hearing to obtain public input on a property tax increase proposed by the subdivisions: • City of Elgin, 402.843.5822, property tax requested: ($...

  • NOTICE TO BIDDERS HOLT COUNTY, NEBRASKA

    Sep 11, 2024

    NOTICE TO BIDDERS HOLT COUNTY, NEBRASKA Sealed bids will be received by the Holt County Clerk, Holt County Courthouse, 204 N 4th Street, O’Neill NE 68763, until Monday, Sept. 30, 2024, at 11 a.m., CDT, for construction of a reinforced concrete box culvert and associated grading in Holt County in Nebraska and other work incidental thereto. The sealed bids are to be plainly marked “Attention: Holt County Clerk, Holt County Courthouse, 204 N 4th Street, O’Neill NE 68763, Holt County Reinforced Concrete Box Culvert Project, Project No. C-45(...

  • HEARING ON PROPOSED PROPERTY TAX INCREASES HOLT COUNTY

    Sep 11, 2024

    HEARING ON PROPOSED PROPERTY TAX INCREASES HOLT COUNTY Public notice is hereby given, in compliance with the provisions of Neb. Rev. Stat. § 77-1633, that a representative of the following political subdivisions will meet on the 19th day of September, 2024, at 6 p.m., at the Holt County Annex Meeting Room at 128 North 6th Street, O’Neill NE, for the purpose of conducting a joint public hearing to obtain public input on property tax increases proposed by the subdivisions: • Chambers Public School District #137, 402-482-5233, property tax requ...

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