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Think you're smarter than a fifth grader? Show off your trivia skills at a Nov. 3 fundraiser and trivia night, sponsored by the Ewing Volunteer Fire Department and Ewing Young Members Club. Teams of up to six individuals will vie for the top spot in the friendly competition. Tickets will run $25 for person and includes a meal and drink ticket. A cash bar will be available, organizers said. A social hour will begin at 5 p.m., at St. Dominic's Hall. Dinner will be served at 6, with competition...
Ewing Young Members Club invites residents to spend the Fourth of July in Ewing. All events will be held at Schmidt Park. Hot dogs and fixings will be served for a freewill donation, begining at 6 p.m. At the same time, youngsters have an opportunity to participate in a bike parade. Decorate bicycles with the best patriotic display. Turtle races and other kids' activities will begin at 6:30. At dark, a fireworks display is planned....
The greens at Summerland Golf Course were smoking hot, May 26, as golfers vied for prize money and bragging rights at the Ewing Young Members Club Putt-For-Dough Contest and the Hole-In-One Contest sponsored by KBRX and EYMC. Putt-For-Dough Final Four: Chris Dewald: 27.25 inches Aaron Kruger: 46.5 inches Holden Wentzler 85 inches Cody Sanders: 103.5 inches Hole-In-One Final Drive: Scott Young: 7' 5 inches Dalton Williby: 14' 4 inchees Cody Sanders: 16' 1 inch Brock Kaczor: 28' 3 inches Troy...
The Village of Ewing inducted its latest class into the hall of fame, Sunday, during FunFest activities. Doris Ann and the late Fred Bollwitt and Marilyn and the late Jimmy Good are members of the 2024 class. Here are their stories: Doris Ann and the late Fred Bollwitt Community connections. The phrase describes contributions Doris and the late Fred Bollwitt made to Ewing. The couple spent their lives modeling what a difference volunteering makes. Born and raised in Ewing, Fred graduated from...
A scaled-back version of Ewing Summer FunFest will have plenty of fun-filled opportunities for all ages. This year, all activities, planned by the Ewing Young Members Club, will take place Sunday, May 26. The morning will start at the Ewing Fire Hall. Volunteer fire and rescue department personnel will serve breakfast from 8 a.m. to noon. A freewill donation will be accepted. At 10:30 a.m., a community church service will be held at Ewing Full Gospel Church. "Heroes Among Us" is the theme for...
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...
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...
There will be plenty of holly, jolly and Christmas lights, Sunday, when the Ewing Young Members Club presents its annual parade of lights. Early registrations are accepted via email at [email protected]. Lineup for the event will begin at 5:30 p.m., at the football field. The parade will proceed to Nebraska Street and travel through the business district, beginning at 6 p.m. Santa will visit the United Methodist-Presbyterian Church after the parade and be available for...
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Nobody walked home $250,000 richer after Sunday's Funfest hole-in-one competition at Summerland Golf Course. Travis Funk did lay claim to the 2023 title, after landing 21' 3 short of the pin. Dalton Williby placed second, with 34'; Scott Kester finished third, at 43'; Rita Anson, fourth at 60' 9 and Phill Thramer was fifth, 62' 9. Sixth place belonged to Eric Koenig, who ended 63' 3 away and Brock Kaczor ended seventh, at 67' 4. Scott Young, Troy Thramer and Luke Schilousky rounded out the...
It's time to "Rock in Ewing, U.S.A.," this weekend, as Ewing Young Members Club presents the 2023 Ewing Funfest. Events begin Friday, May 26, with a scavenger hunt, scheduled to run from 6 to 8 p.m. The registration fee is $20 and will take place at DW's Pub. The event is sponsored by the "Summerland Advocate-Messenger." SAM Publisher Scott Schindler said there is one new requirement for this year's event. "All teams must check back in by 8 p.m.," he said. Two events will take place at...
Plan on a totally tubular time in Ewing, this weekend, as the 2022 version of FunFest brings an 80s vibe to the Holt County community. Events begin Friday, May 27, with a road rally scheduled to run from 5 to 7 p.m. Registration fee is $20 and will take place at DW’s Pub. The event is sponsored by the Summerland Advocate-Messenger and Ewing Young Members Club. Hole-in-one qualifying runs from 5 to 9 p.m. This event will take place at the Summerland Golf Course. At 9:30 p.m., a g...
Get ready to let your hair down when summer 2022 kicks off in Ewing, as Ewing Young Members Club presents Hairball. The bodacious 80s rockers will take center stage, Saturday, May 28 and present a rock-and-roll experience visitors likely won't forget. Music will begin at 7 p.m., with Hairball set to perform at approximately 9:30. Hairball pays homage to some of the biggest arena acts in the world: Van Halen, Journey, Queen, KISS, Motley Crue and Aerosmith. Hairball brings 21 years of e...
Orchard Community Club members are bringing “free” back. The 2021 version of Orchard Free Days celebration, slated for July 23 through 25, includes at least 10 free events. The three-day event, funded in part by the Antelope County Visitor’s Promotion Fund, includes activities for all ages. Friday, July 23 The District 57 School will be open between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. After peeking into the past, stop next door and pick up lunch at the Rex. The Orchard Historical Society will host a drive-thru chicken dinner from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. At 5 p.m., du...
Ewing Young Members Club have a full slate of activities scheduled for Sunday, July 4. Beginning at 2 p.m., at Schmidt Park, youngsters can enjoy a bounce house, train rides, pony rides, games and water fun. A cornhole tournament is scheduled. To register, contact Brett Kaczor at 402-394-7862. Food will be available, sponsored by EYMC. At dusk, a fireworks display is planned...
A 45-mile cruise between Ewing, Orchard and Clearwater drew 15 teams to compete in the FunFest road rally, sponsored by the Summerland Advocate-Messenger and Ewing Young Members Club. Knowledge of each of the town's businesses and landmarks came in handy. A background in history may have been helpful, too, as several clues referred to the past. Having a lead foot didn't make a difference. Contestants simply needed to answer questions and snap photographs to document each stop. Stops along the...
They’ve hidden Easter eggs, frightened visitors at haunted houses, celebrated July 4 with a bang and planned the village’s sesquicentennial event. They’ve conducted fundraisers and reinvested in the community. Now, after nearly 26 years, those who are part of the Ewing Young Members Club are ready to relax and let the next generation of leaders organize the fun. It’s been a lot of work, organizers say, but it’s time to let younger community members take charge. In 1993, a group of men started t...
One year after Ewing turned 150 years old, village residents are ready to welcome visitors to the 150th plus one celebration. Events begin Friday, May 28, with a road rally scheduled to run from 5 to 7 p.m. Registration fee is $20 and will take place at DW’s Pub. Cruise around town from 7 to 8:30 p.m., as tunes set the mood for drive time. At 8:30 p.m., Andre Right will perform a Christian concert at Full Gospel Church. A full slate of activities begin at 9 a.m., Saturday and continue t...
Sweet treats will be up for grabs during a local Easter egg hunt. Ewing Young Members Club will host an Easter egg hunt, Saturday, April 3, at 1 p.m., at Schmidt Park. Local youths are invited to participate in the event....
Future development of the Summerland Public School building, in Orchard, took center stage during a Sunday listening session. Village of Orchard trustees requested public input regarding potential relocation of village offices, library and shop, along with development of a community center, at the site, which will be vacated when Summerland students move into a new facility located at the intersection of 513 Avenue and Summerland Road. Orchard Economic Development Association member Kristi...
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...
Ewing Young Members Club and FunFest Concert Committe received a $1,000 grant for Ewing's 150th Summer FunFest celebration from Elkhorn Rural Public Power District's Operation Round Up. Rita Anson, a member of the concert committee, said EYMC member Craig Bollwitt asked her to submit an application to the utility company. Sarah Ahlers, a trustee for the fund, notified Anson of the award. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, representatives from ERPPD were unable to personally deliver the check. "EYMC...
Ewing Young Members Club will hand out hand out bags of eggs to hide at home and a treat for each child while supplies last, Saturday, April 11, from 12:30 to 2 p.m., in front of the Ewing Village Hall. This will replace the annual EYMC Easter egg hunt, traditionally held at the park, due to COVID-19....
Holt County supervisors are considering the engagement of a human resources firm to help navigate employment issues. A telephone conference was held with Chad Thies from Zelle Human Resource Solutions in Lincoln during the March 16 meeting at the courthouse in O'Neill. After hearing what the firm offered in services, chairman Bill Tielke asked Thies to submit a proposal. Supervisor Steve Boshart estimated an annual cost of $36,000 to $40,000. "It will be high," Tielke said. "But the thing is, if...
Ewing Young Members Club and interested individuals are finalizing plans for Ewing's 150th anniversary celebration. Activities for the annual summer Funfest are slated to begin Friday, May 22 and continue throughout Memorial Day weekend. History book A book about the history of Ewing, its people and places, is in the works for the village's sesquicentennial celebration. A committee of area residents has been working on the publication, pulling items of interest from the 100th celebration booklet...
