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Reliable, Trustworthy Reporting, Capturing The Heartbeat Of Our Community
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I recently heard somewhere that burgers cooked in a cast iron skillet on the stovetop are better than burgers cooked on a grill. I’m not buying it. The “experts” say a skillet allows the patties to baste in their own juices as they cook and that’s a huge improvement over losing all-important moisture to the spatters that cause annoying grilling flare-ups. OK, that part I can get behind (and I’ll file the info for non-grilling season), but I still think burgers cooked on a grill are a summer trea...
“I read recipes the same way I read science fiction. I get to the end and think, “Well, that’s not going to happen.” Truth. (Mad props to the person who devised the above-mentioned meme.) Honestly, that hasn’t always been my mindset. I like to cook. More than likely, I am the one who tries a new (or crazy) recipe and brings it to a family get-together. Picture this: An edible appetizer shaped like a Christmas tree, constructed of rye bread, pimento cheese spread, thinly-sliced roast beef, cho...
My first Crockpot - a three-quart avocado green model with a non-removable crock - came to me in the early 1980s when a friend who had recently gotten married regifted one of her five new Crockpots to me. It wasn't in its original box (so it couldn't be returned) and we suspected at the time someone had regifted it to the newlyweds. I didn't care where it came from, I was just happy to have one. And the apartment in Lincoln where I was living at the time sported decades-old avocado green... Full story
There is a reason dips are a favorite when it comes to party food. More than one reason, actually. And with New Year's gatherings and bowl games on the calendar, this is the time to add a couple of new ideas to your recipe box. Dips are easy to prepare in advance, leaving the host free to spend time with guests. In fact, most dips (except for ones served hot), benefit from a day in the refrigerator, which gives the flavors time to develop. This is especially true if your dips involve any... Full story
I don't know about you, but I missed holiday parties last year. And even though it's still smart to be careful, getting together with family and friends is something we all treasure. Holiday appetizers have always been one of my favorite things to prepare. I love looking through cookbooks and recipe files, looking for just the perfect tasty tidbit to take to a party. But before we get to the menu, let's first set the scene. Decide on a theme or an anchor activity - gingerbread decorating,... Full story
Admit it. Every time you open the refrigerator door, you hope and pray the jumbled mess of Rubbermaid containers filled with last week’s leftovers, cups of yogurt and not-completely-zipped Ziploc bags full of grapes don’t tumble into a mess on the kitchen floor. It’s okay. You can also admit when opening said door, you pray the 87 jars of partially-used condiments - the ones you know you’ll never empty - don’t shatter on the tile floor you finished mopping 10 minutes ago. Been there. Done that...
Family entertainment filled Saturday's schedule during the annual Page Community Day celebration. A sand dig delighted many youngsters, who dug tunnels and holes in a large sandpile, in search of buried treasure. The bicycle parade drew approximately 25 participants. Decorations ranged from unicorns to tractors, princesses to daredevils. People gathered in Lamason Park for a watermelon feed before venturing across the street to watch the firefighters' water fights. Members of the Page Fire...
Nearly a year after many 4-H youths were not able to compete in event due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the Holt County Fair is returning with a bigger and better schedule, according to fair officials. Fair events will begin Saturday. Saturday, August 7 4-H shooting sports events will begin, with competition in 22, trap, smallbore, pistol and muzzle loading slated to take place. The competition will run from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., with registration scheduled for 8 a.m. Sunday, August 8 A second day of...
Clearwater Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department will hold its yearly barbecue, Sunday, Aug. 22. Serving will begin at 5 and continue until 8 p.m. at the fire hall. A freewill donation will be accepted. Individuals who prefer to grab a meal to go may do so by calling 402-485-2451 between 5 and 8 p.m....
A year after the pandemic caused the 2020 fair lineup to offer a limited schedule, the 2021 version of the Antelope County Fair returns with a full slate of shows, activities and events. Friday, July 30 On July 30, the 4-H style revue and clothing construction judging will take place at 9 a.m. at the courthouse in Neligh. Photography entries will also be judged. All non-interview clothing exhibits will be entered between 9 and noon. Saturday, July 31 Jackpot roping will begin at 1 p.m.,...
Salute the kernel This is a perfect time to enjoy delicious Nebraska-grown sweet corn. It’s not only tasty, but nutritious. Did you know that corn is a great source of fiber, potassium, folate and vitamin A? Not only that, an ear of corn only contains about 80 calories. What is the best way to cook sweet corn? It can be grilled, roasted, cooked in boiling water on the stovetop or even microwaved. When eating just buttered corn-on-the-cob, I remove the husks, wrap the ear in waxed paper and m... Full story
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...
A full slate of family-friendly activities are planned for July 17, in Royal. Registration for the annual tractor ride will be held from 10:30 a.m. to noon, at Royal Bar and Grill. A light lunch will be provided. Tractors will depart from Royal and complete a trek across the countryside, before returning to the village. For more information, contact Gary Ober at 402-340-0170. Baked goods from area Amish families and root beer floats will be available for purchase throughout the day in the park....
Sanders Americn Legion Post 214, in Ewing, will host its annual barbecue, Saturday, July 10. Serving will begin at 5:30 and continue until 8 p.m., at St. Dominic’s Hall. A free-will donation will be accepted....
TERRI HAHN Something I've never been able to figure out: On Mother's Day, moms get breakfast in bed. On Father's Day, dads are expected to head to the grill to cook for themselves. Not sure why. Maybe while dads can help the kids make scrambled eggs and French toast, moms aren't as eager to let their kids play with fire. But maybe there is a way for mom and kids to make dad a meal - complete with the grill - but in a safer matter. Pizza. Yep, pizza. Grilling infuses pizza with a wonderful smoky... Full story
Holt County residents will have an opportunity to compete in a beef rib barbecue cook-off at this year's Holt County fair. Sponsored by local beef producers, the cook-off is for amateurs and will be limited to 24 entries for the Aug. 14 event. Entry deadline is July 25. Cooking time begins at 8 a.m., with judging scheduled for 4 p.m. Cash prizes will be presented to the top three places in two divisions: judge's choice winner and people's choice winner. An entry fee of $100 is set for each team...
As much as I love fresh fruit, salads and sandwiches, I can't eat them for every meal when the weather is warm. Sometimes I want something cooked, but I really don't want to take much time to make it. And who wants to heat up the kitchen any more than you have to? Sheet pan meals may be the answer. "Sheet pan meals are a godsend when you're busy, or don't particularly love to cook," says food writer Gretchen McKay. "For starters, they're super easy to pull together. They also cook quickly, are... Full story
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...
Two individuals who exemplify the definition of courage and service will enter the Ewing Hall of Fame. Sr. M. Joseph and Victor Funk will be honored during a May 30 barbecue, scheduled during the village's 150 plus one Funfest celebration. Family members of the two inductees will accept the awards. Beverly Rotherham, who graduated from Ewing High School in 1958, joined Mother Teresa's Missionaries of Charity in 1973 and took the name Sister M. Joseph. Sr. M. Joseph worked as a missionary around...
At the regular board meeting on Oct. 5, the Holt County Ag Society discussed bids submitted for a proposed concession stand and restroom project at the fairgrounds. On Oct. 14, groundbreaking took place for a new 25-foot by 68-foot concession stand, restroom and ticket booth. Five board members were present to kick off the project. During the Oct. 5 meeting, the board discussed starting the project this fall, with a tentative completion date of July 15, 2021. The board has been using a...
National Hispanic Heritage Month, with roots going back to 1968, is a period, from Sept. 15 through Oct. 15, in the United States for recognizing the contributions and influence of Hispanic Americans to the history, culture and achievements of the United States. The term Hispanic or Latino refers to Puerto Rican, South or Central American, or those of other Spanish culture or origin, regardless of race. While those contributions and influences can be found in many segments of society, none are...
The selection of a jury for an upcoming trial in an Antelope County civil case will have to be moved from its usual location due to the COVID-19 pandemic. District court clerk Angela Mortensen and county attorney Joe Abler met with the board of commissioners Tuesday, Aug. 11, at the courthouse in Neligh regarding a change in venue for the jury selection. Mortensen requested the board’s permission to rent a facility for the jury selection, which will be scheduled to take one day on Oct. 5. ...
Clearwater Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department will host its annual barbecue, Sunday, Aug. 23. Serving will begin at 5 p.m. and continue until 8 at the Clearwater Fire Hall. A freewill donation will be accepted. Individuals who prefer to pick up meals curbside may call 402-485-2451 between 5 and 8 p.m....
Twenty-nine-forty – an accounting code that identifies an Antelope County Law Enforcement Center fund – has become a familiar term during Antelope County commissioner dialog, as well as a point of contention between county officials. The “special revenue” account was formed after the Law Enforcement Center went into operation in 2015. In the ensuing years, the balance in the account has grown to more than $400,000 from fees charged for housing prisoners from other counties and law enforcement services provided to several Antelope County...
My mom made the best potato salad ever. Now I know there are many of you reading this who are thinking, "Nope, I/my mom/grandma/Aunt Jane/whomever make the best salad. No question." And that's OK. But I'm still putting my mom's out there for contention. When I was growing up in western Nebraska, my community was home to a nine-hole sand-greens golf course that hosted a state tournament every year. Every year my mom was asked to make the potato salad the host committee served to the contestants...
