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Midland University is recognizing more than 800 students for their outstanding achievements in being named to the Spring 2020 academic awards’ list. Midland also announced the addition of three new awards for the 2020 spring semester: President’s Achievement Award, Dean’s Achievement Award and Warrior Grit Academic Achievement Award. Dean’s list honorees must have a term grade-point average of 3.50 to 3.99, all course requirements completed and at least 12 credits on the A-F grade scale. Warrior Grit Academic Achievement Award honorees must ha...
A patriotic exhibit, Remember the Fallen, is on display at the Village Hall meeting room, in Ewing, through July 4. The exhibit is open from 8 a. m. to 3 p.m., until Friday and Saturday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Donations are accepted to defray the cost. To view additional photos from the exhibit, visit the Advocate-Messenger's Zenfolio site, at www.zenfolio.com/summerlandadvocatemessenger....
SUBMITTED ARTICLE Filips Vision Source of Hartington and Creighton recently announced winners of the O Say Can You See American Flag photo contest. Northeast Nebraska residents were asked to show American pride by sending in a photo of an American flag from their community. Ewing residents answered the call, submitting 34 flags, putting the village in second place for 2020. Wynot residents submitted 49 photos and Boelus residents, 19, to round out the top three. Each community will receive a...
A quest to visit all 531 incorporated towns in Nebraska has turned into a geography lesson for residents of the state. University of Nebraska-Omaha college students Seth Varner and Austin Schneider, of Wahoo, got the idea after college classes moved to online learning in March, when the coronavirus pandemic curbed traditional learning and sent college students back home for the semester. The statewide road trip is similar to a venture Varner took with his dad nearly a decade ago. "We were going...
The Holt County supervisors reviewed and set new parameters for daily meal reimbursement when they met at the courthouse in O’Neill last Tuesday, June 16. Staff working outside the county will be allowed $10 for breakfast, $12 for lunch and $16 for dinner/supper. The motion was made by supervisor Steve Boshart, seconded by supervisor Doug Frahm and carried on a 6-0 vote, with supervisor Don Hahlbeck absent. Mike Zakrzewski of O’Neill was appointed to the board of adjustments, with Jim Hubel of Ewing, Mark Rossman and Barb Steskal of Atk...
The inaugural school board meeting of the new Summerland School District featured a flurry of firsts, when its six members gathered in Orchard, June 9. Since the passage of a consolidation bond issue in November, the oversight/board committee has been working behind the scenes, preparing for the district's first official day, which was Saturday, when the agreement for Nebraska Unified District #1 expired. After taking the oath of office, the group elected its first president. Ed Nordby, of...
According to the New York Public Library directors, “The Snowy Day” is the most checked out book from their collection. Using data retrieved from their circulatory system, they were able to compile this information. Both the Orchard Public Library and the Clearwater Public Library use computer systems to keep track of all their information. The systems keep track of all books in a library’s circulation, when a book is checked out or renewed and the number of times a book is checked out. Conco...
A recent effort by Holt County court staff resulted in $149 payment for a two-year-old citation and recall of a bench warrant issued in the case. An Omaha man paid a $100 fine and costs nearly two years after he was cited by a Nebraska Games and Parks officer for fishing without a permit at Spencer Dam in June 2018. Dajhaun M. Wells, 21, was cited for the Class 2 misdemeanor June 2, 2018, and given until June 19, 2018, to file a waiver or appear in Holt County court to contest the charge. Wells failed to appear in court. A bench warrant,...
City-wide garage sales will be held in Ewing, June 27, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free maps will be vailable at the Post Office the day of the sales. All COVID-19 restrictions apply. Individuals interested in having a sale listed on the map should contact LaVonne Sisson, at 402-626-7755, by Monday, June 22....
The Village of Ewing will host the Nebraska's Fallen exhibit this summer. This display honors the brave men and women who have sacrificed their lives during the war on terror. This exhibit. a photographic war memorial, will be set up in the village building, on Nebraska Street, June 29 through July 6, for viewing during regular village office hours. It features post-9/11 military who have lost their lives fighting for this country's freedoms. Personal items - a favorite hat, photo or sports...
The Holt County supervisors approved purchase of a vehicle for the sheriff’s department, when they met at the courthouse in O’Neill on May 18. The lease-purchase through the Nebraska Association of Counties Leasing Corporation, was approved by resolution, in an amount not to exceed $26,900, with an interest rate of not more that 2.5%. The supervisors unanimously approved a $2,722,583 bid from Knife River Midwest from Sioux City, Iowa, for asphalt overlay projects near Page, Emmet and Stuart. Knife River was the only bidder. Proposals from 10...
Due to the Covid-19 restrictions on gathering and not knowing what restrictions will be in July, the Ewing Young Members Club has decided to postpone the 150th Summer FunFest Celebration, that was previously rescheduled for July 10 through 12. "Although it was a very tough decision, the safety of our small community is very important to us," organizers said. Little Texas, with Hi-Fi Hangover, and the 150th plus 1 celebration will be held next year, May 28, 29 and 30. Letters will be sent to sponsors giving them options on their...
In mid March, churches were forced to close their doors due to the coronavirus epidemic. Two months later, services were allowed to be held again with restrictions still in place. In March, when the coronavirus was growing rapidly in case numbers, the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services made a statement that places of worship were not going to be able to meet with more than 10 people. Many churches like Full Gospel Church in Ewing, decided to offer a live-streamed service instead....
One cow on a dairy farm creates a $5,000 economic impact on a local community. Imagine a dairy farm with 500 cows. That's a $2.5 million local economic impact, creating revenue and opportunity. A key component to dairy business success includes Automated Dairy Specialists, LLC, located in Clearwater, Nebraska. ADS has worked to provide high quality technology and equipment to customers in the dairy industry and pride themselves on providing tools to help customers continue being successful in...
The Village of Ewing will host the Remembering Nebraska's Fallen Exhibit this summer. This display honors the brave men and women who have sacrificed their lives during the war on terror. This exhibit will be set up in the Village building, on main street, June 29 through July 4, for viewing during regular village office hours. Th exhibit is made possible by Patriotic Productions, a non-profit organization based in Omaha, run by Bill and Evonne Williams. Patriotic Productions is committed to...
Strong winds caused damage to trees and structures in the Page and Ewing areas, Saturday night. A line of heavy storms moved through the area overnight. In Page, several residents reported uprooted or broken trees. At the Richard and Courtney Soper residence, on the east edge of the village, a trampoline was thrown against the home's gutter, before landing near a tree in a crumpled mess. Several Ewing residents reported tree damage, including trees being snapped in half. At approximately 2...
Funeral services for Leo Hawk, 91, of Ewing, will be Monday, June 1, at 10:30 a.m., at St. Peter's Catholic Church in Ewing. Burial will be in St. Peter's Catholic Cemetery, with military rites conducted by Sanders American Legion Post #214. Visitation will be Sunday, May 31, from 5 to 7p.m., at St. Peter's Catholic Church, with wake service rosary at 7 p.m. Leo died Saturday, May 23, at County Lane Retirement Village in O'Neill. Snider Memorial Funeral Home is handling arrangements....
In what may well become Antelope County's first election by mail resulted in voter turnout of 47.62%, according to county clerk Lisa Payne. Of the 4,488 registered voters in the county, 2,137 individuals cast their choice for candidates, with 1,751 early voting ballots. Three hundred eighty-six were cast at polling sites across the county. Incumbent Eli Jacob, of Clearwater, received 153 votes for district two commissioner, while Bob Krutz, of Orchard, finished with 132 votes. Donald Lallier, of...
Nebraska School Activities Association recently released student recipients of the Spring 2019-20 Nebraska Chriopractic Physicans Association Academic All-State award. To be nominated, a student must be a varsity player or organizational leader who has played a significant role during the season and must have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 93%, or 3.7, on a four-point scale. Area students honored include James Kester and Eli Thiele, Clearwater, boys' track and field; Charlie Anson...
Each year, the Upper Elkhorn Natural Resources District awards scholarships to graduating seniors who live in the district. Students chosen intend to pursue a career in a field related to agriculture, natural resources or the environment. Emma Hollenback, a Ewing Public Schools senior, is a recipient. She will attend Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture, entering the veterinary technician program. She is the daughter of Levi and Ashley Hollenback. Taylor Peter, daughter of Mike and Deb...
North Central District Health Department recently partnered with the Nebraska State Patrol to conduct tobacco compliance checks in Antelope County. Checks aim to ensure retailers are properly checking I.D.’s and only selling to those who are 19 or older. Antelope County’s compliance rate was 94.74% with 19 retailers checked, two skipped and one fail. HiWay Mart, City Limits, Dean’s Market, Elgin One Stop, The Home Town Station, Antelope Lanes, Buff’s Dew Drop Inn, Lucky Joe’s Liquor, Casey’s Retail Co. #2378, Cubby’s Inc., Dollar General #6015...
A group of horseback riders ventured along the Cowboy Trail, and occasionally along Highway 275 Monday. Destination: Valentine. What initially began as a fundraiser for wildlife conservation in the state has turned into a week-long venture for four college friends and the father of two of the riders. Cooper Blum, Wyatt Blum, Jonathan Johnson, Jackson Leonard and Rick Blum started the journey Saturday in Norfolk. After COVID-19 struck, the group was concerned about requesting donations. "It...
Chadron State College honored 315 graduates in a virtual commencement exercise, May 9. Opening and closing moments of reflection were provided by Taylor Osmotherly of Crawford and Kelsey Brummels, of Ewing, respectively. Eighty-nine students earned master's degress and 226 students received bachelor's degrees. Brummels received a Master of Science Degree in organizational management....
The 47th commencement of Northeast Community College will take place Saturday, May 16, at 10 a.m. Due to ongoing directed health measures that are in effect due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this year's event will be a virtual ceremony. As of May 4, some 891 students, including those earning more than one degree, and 220 who completed their studies this past summer and fall, are listed in the commencement program. The 891 students earned 983 degrees; 59 students earned two degrees, 12 earned three...
A Red Cross blood drive will be held Wednesday, May 20, from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m., at the Ewing City Hall. For an appointment, contact redcrossblood.org or Doris Ann Bollwitt at 402-394-7773....
