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Take a trip back in time to Christmas's past as the Clearwater Chamber of Commerce hosts its annual old-fashioned Christmas. Start the afternoon with shopping experiences at two local businesses. The Sidebar, 522 Main, will be open from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m., with holiday shopping for gifts and stocking stuffers. Roots by Jaci, Farmhouse 43 and Cut Across Creations will host a holiday open house at 312 Nebraska Street, from 3 to 7 p.m. Shopping, snacks and drinks will be available. Soups,...
PROCEEDINGS ANTELOPE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Nov. 12, 2024 Neligh, Nebraska Chairman opened the meeting. Notice of meeting published as required by statute. Approved agenda. Approved minutes of the Nov. 4, 2024, BOC meeting. Public comment. Approved payroll claims. Approved vendor claims. General: AMERITAS LIFE INS CORP ins 22,317.89; ANTELOPE CO COURT ex 68.00; ANTELOPE CO TREAS ex 1,600,000.00; APPEARA ex 68.44; APPLIED CONN TECH ex 5,437.78; BLACK HILLS ENERGY ut 199.32; BCBS ins 75,975.12; BODY WORKS ex 5,000.00; BOMGAARS ex 117.90;...
When Larry and Judy Parker moved to Clearwater in 1965, little did they know they would spark the idea for one of the hottest rodeo tickets in Nebraska. On Nov. 9, Clearwater Chamber of Commerce honored the Judy Parker, the late Larry Parker and Steve Patras, of Clearwater, for orchestrating the first Clearwater Rodeo in 1967 and named the new building on the grounds the Double P Tack Room. Larry Parker died in 2004, in an automobile accident near Mission, South Dakota. During Saturday's event,...
Clearwater Chamber of Commerce vice president, Jeremy Sanne, and president, Curt Thiele, display the 2024 Mid-States Rodeo Association Large Purse Rodeo of the Year award during Saturday's chamber appreciation and dedication dinner at the rodeo grounds....
Visit a participating Clearwater Chamber business by Nov. 22 for a chance to win a turkey, compliments of the Clearwater Chamber of Commerce. Registration is available at Bearinger Tax & Accounting, Sanne Service, The Waterhole, Clearwater Insurance, Clearwater Market, Clearwater Feed & Grain, Automated Dairy Specialists, DK Feed & Supply, Speedee Mart, Cornerstone Bank, Roots by Jaci and Summerland Advocate-Messenger, in Clearwater and Sly's Family Bar & Grill in Neligh. Winners will be...
At first glance, the Clearwater Veterans Park, located at the intersection of Main and Nebraska streets, pays homage to those who served this country. Flags recognizing each military branch of service wave on the eastern side of a concrete walkway. A bright mural decorates the south wall of the library. A plaque, defining the term "veteran," is installed. Benches supply a place for visitors to sit and reflect. As of Sept. 11, two more pieces have been added: a battlefield cross and a soldier bea...
This year, 10 area business and organizations, including Clearwater Legion, Clearwater Chamber of Commerce, The Waterhole, Clearwater Sons of the Legion, Ohiya Casino and Resort, Feather Hill Express, American Legion Post #86, Knights of Columbus, The Prairie Club and Antelope Country Club provided staff and/or members to be trained in responsible beverage-service training. Fifty-three individuals were trained to appropriately identify intoxicated and underage guests, Nebraska alcohol laws and regulations, legal ramifications for serving...
The Clearwater Rough Stock Challenge will add a few new features for its fourth-annual event, Saturday, Aug. 17. Competition is slated to begin at 7:30 p.m., in the Gene Snodgrass Arena, located along West Highway 275. A calcutta will be held at 7 p.m., prior to the first event. Elgin Livestock auctioneer, Ted Baum, will handle auction duties. Justin Rumford, 10-time PRCA Pro Rodeo Clown of the Year will entertain the crowd between riders. "He'll be a hit with the crowd," said chamber president...
How many barbecue sandwiches does it take to raise funds a new ambulance? Plenty. Clearwater Fire and Rescue Department will earmark funds from this year's annual meal, scheduled for Sunday, Aug. 18, from 5 to 8 p.m., at the fire hall, toward the new piece of equipment. Dine-in, carryout or drive- thru service will be available. To place an order for pickup, call 402-485-2451 between 5 and 8 p.m., that day. Donations may be taken to the barbecue or mailed to the fire department at PO Box 11 in...
What a show! Overflow crowds watched nearly 300 cowboys and cowgirls provide thrills and spills over the weekend at Clearwater's Big Rodeo. In the process, competitors took home approximately $34,000 in prize money. "What an amazing three nights of rodeo," said Curt Thiele, Clearwater Chamber of Commerce president. "We were blessed with very good weather and competition was high, with a big number of competitors." Sutton Schrunk, of Valentine, scored 77 in bull riding to take home the top prize...
It’s almost “the best weekend in June.” Are we having fun yet? With the exception of contestant pages, the rodeo program has been at the printer for almost two weeks. Hallelujah! There are plenty of noticable changes. At the rodeo grounds, the bull - formerly part of the old steakhouse sign - towers above the entrance, foreshadowing action visitors are about to view. The bull’s devilish facial expression may be a nod to Laredo, the infamous bull that reveled in jumping the fence in the early d...
The countdown is on for the best weekend in June as rough and tumble action will take center stage at the 57th annual Clearwater's Big Rodeo. Competition begins Friday, June 28 and continues through Sunday, June 30, at the Gene Snodgrass arena, located along U.S. Highway 275. Clearwater Chamber of Commerce sponsors the annual event. Rodeo visitors will see a few new additions on the grounds. Clearwater Chamber president Curt Thiele said the rodeo committee and chamber members continue to make...
PROCEEDINGS ANTELOPE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Neligh, Nebraska June 11, 2024 Chairman opened the meeting. Notice of meeting published as required by statute. Approved agenda. Cancelled action on radio replacement. Approved minutes of the 6-4-2024 BOC meeting. Called for public comment. Approved payroll. Approved vendor claims. General: A RIFKIN CO ex 89.88; AMAZON CAPITAL SVCS ex 110.98; AMERITAS LIFE INS CORP ex 21,513.58; ANTELOPE CO COURT ex 34.00; ANTELOPE CO SHERIFF ex 18.70; APPEARA ex 35.31; APPLIED CONN TECH ex 5,060.85; BLACK...
When you think of the word "veteran," who comes to mind? For many Clearwater residents, the term may be associated with a family member, a next-door neighbor or a teacher who bravely served this great nation. These veterans have earned undying gratitude for the sacrifices made. Last summer, a group of civic-minded residents began discussions to create a spot honoring area veterans. The first step: painting a mural on the south wall of the library on Aug. 19. That task was followed with...
Scholarship Recipients CHRISTIAN BEHNK UNL Husker Power Scholarship UNL O & G Kammerer Scholarship Paul D. Cooper Scholarship KELTON BRUHN Northeast Community College Livestock Judging Scholarship ALANNA DOLL Creighton University Award Scholarship Menard Family Business Scholarship Father John Labaj Scholarship The John Greer Memorial Scholarship Timothy J. Thramer Memorial Scholarship AISLYNN KESTER NECC Scholastic Contest Waiver Clearwater Chamber of Commerce Scholarship Scott L. Reynolds...
Summerland Advocate-Messenger personnel brought home 23 awards from the 2023 Better Newspaper Contest for the Nebraska Press Association. Awards were presented Saturday evening, at the awards banquet held at the Cornhusker Marriot Hotel in Lincoln. SAM finished second in Class A, which includes weekly newspapers with a circulation up to 699 subscriptions. The Stanton Register won the division. In advertising categories, publisher LuAnn Schindler won seven awards. An ad featuring financial services at Brunswick State Bank, promoting FFA Week,...
Six flags, recognizing each branch of the U.S. military, flank the American stars and stripes on the eastern edge of Clearwater's newest addition, Veterans Park. A cement walkway is poured and will feature a granite monument with names of area heroes who took a piece of Clearwater to the war zone and, in some instances, made the selfless sacrifice. A mural featuring a solider covers the south wall of the Clearwater Public Library, establishing a backdrop for the area. Eventually, a statue of a...
The Clearwater Chamber of Commerce will sponsor a event March 23, at 1 p.m., at the village park. Newborns to up to age 10 are eligible to participate for prizes. Clearwater Public Library will donate books to youngsters who find special eggs. Ewing Young Members Club will hold its annual hunt, Saturday, March 30, at Schmidt Park. Mark your calendars for the Orchard Easter egg hunt, planned for March 30. The event will begin at 1:30 at the football field. Orchard Community Club, Old School...
PROCEEDINGS ANTELOPE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Neligh, Nebraska January 10, 2024 Chairman opened the meeting. Notice of meeting published as required by statute. Approved agenda. Approved minutes of Jan. 2, 2024, BOC and BOE meetings. Approved payroll. Approved vendor claims. General: AMERITAS LIFE INS CORP ins 19,288.65; ANTELOPE CO COURT ex 68.00; AMH ex 23.00; APEX THERAPY SVCS ex 955.00; APPEARA ex 33.28; APPLIED CONN TECH ex 4,774.80; BEAR GRAPHICS ex 636.19; BLACK HILLS ENERGY ut 786.74; BCBS ins 60,532.81; BLUE360 MEDIA ex 282.80;...
Clearwater-area residents will soon have an opportunity to connect with medical professionals via medical video conferencing. A private telehealth room, located at the Clearwater Public Library, will be available for meeting with doctors and specialists, mental health counseling. Additionally, the new room may be utilized for individuals and families, without access to technology and/or broadband capabilities, to connect. The room is possible, due to a partnership with the library, Clearwater...
PROCEEDINGS ANTELOPE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Neligh, Nebraska Dec. 12, 2023 Chairman opened the meeting. Notice of meeting published as required by statute. Approved agenda. Approved minutes of the Dec. 5, 2023, BOC meeting. Correspondence was reviewed. Reports were reviewed: sheriff’s fee report. Review of claims. Approved payroll. Approved vendor claims. General: MELVIN AHLERS ar 24.00; AMERITAS LIFE INS CORP ins 19,177.68; ANTELOPE CO COURT ex 137.00; ANTELOPE CO SHRF ex 347.42; APPEARA ex 35.31; GORDON BAKER ar 72.00; BLACK HILLS E...
Plans to renovate the Clearwater American Legion building will continue. On Sunday, Sons of the American Legion members Tom Thiele and Fred Thiele told a group of approximately 30 community members that pledges for fundraising have been coming in. “Contributions have been really good,” Fred Thiele said. Clearwater Chamber of Commerce donated $100,000 and the Clearwater Sons of the American Legion kicked in $25,000, in addition to pledges for the project. Thiele estimated approximately $25...
Clearwater residents will begin the holiday season with an old-fashioned Christmas, Sunday, Dec. 3. Between 5 and 7:30 p.m., soup, sandwiches, desserts and drinks will be served at the American Legion. Donations to the Antelope County Food Pantry will be accepted. Canned items may be dropped off at the event. Sleigh rides will be available on Main Street through the event.Santa Claus will make an appearance, so youngsters are urged to bring a wish list to share with jolly old St. Nick. The...
Following a Sunday informational meeting, at the Clearwater Legion, members of the Sons of the American Legion and Clearwater Legion, fundraising efforts will begin immediately. Sons of the American Legion Commander Kelly Kerkman said the current Legion building has several problems, including a leaky roof, a rotten kitchen floor, lights and expensive utility bills. "When you start fixing those things, you get to the point of where you do you stop and turn the page to a couple options?" Kerkman...
Clearwater residents are invited to attend an informational meeting, Sunday, Nov. 19, at the American Legion, sponsored by Legion Post 267 and the Sons of the American Legion. Details of the organization’s renovation project will be unveiled during the 6 p.m. gathering. According to Sons of the American Legion commander, Kelly Kerkman, construction on the $350,000 project is scheduled to begin after the first of the year, with a completion date of May 1. “The Chamber of Commerce has kicked off our fundraising with a $100,000 pledge,” Kerkm...
