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Breath of "freshie" air
Mary Reyes, of Page, was simply looking for something extra to occupy her time, when a conversation with her sister and brother-in-law led to a fresh idea. For nearly a year, Reyes has been creating...
Conference alignment, civics requirements top school board agenda
Summerland board of education members will learn how the district approaches the state’s American civics requirement when the board meets in regular session, Wednesday, Dec. 13. The meeting is...
Supervisors discuss future of county government da
The structure of county government day in Holt County may have a different look next fall. Suupervisor Doug Frahm said for a number of years, the local veterans service officer has assisted with...
Original views on life from rural America
What is the best gift found around any Christmas tree? According to syndicated columnist Burton Hillis, the answer is "a happy family all wrapped up in each other." Friday, while sorting a few holiday...
Summerland girls sweep triangular
The Bobcat girls' wrestling team got off to a hot start, Thursday, as they claimed the top spot at the Summerland triangular. The Bobcats controlled Wisner-Pilger, winning the first dual 66-6 and...
Three Bobcats lead Summerland in win over Warriors
Three players landed in double digits in Summerland's Thursday season opener against Neligh-Oakdale. Sam Cheatum connected for 18, Alec Schindler, 15, and Michael Koenig, 14, in the Bobcats 72-30...
Bobcats start wrestling season with invitational, drop two matches
Bobcat wrestlers began their 2023-24 campaign hosting a triangular with Wisner-Pilger and Wayne. While individual matches showed promising activity, the Bobcats came up short in both duals, falling to... Full story
Mlnarik, Robertson set the pace in season opener
Ady Mlnarik poured in 32 points in season opener to spark Summerland to a 72-49 win over Neligh-Oakdale, Nov. 30, at Elmer Lindahl Gym in Neligh. Lydia Robertson added two dozen points to the effort,... Full story
Bobcat girls team wins West Holt Invite
Summerland girls' wrestling team brought home its first-ever championship trophy, Monday, Dec. 4. They scored 134 points to claim the title at the West Holt Girls Invitational. The host team finished...
Shop for gifts, support local artists at Saturday's Holiday Market
Whether you're looking for stocking stuffers for youngsters, the perfect holiday decor or a unique present for the person who has everything, Saturday's Holiday Marketplace will offer a wide array of...
Old-fashioned Christmas coming to Clearwater
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...
Loos featured at carbon pipeline, property rights forum
Trent Loos, a sixth-generation rancher from central Nebraska, will be the featured speaker at Dec. 4 forum in Neligh.The event will run from 7 to 9 p.m., at the Neligh American Legion. Loos, who...
Isms: Original views on life from rural America
An email landed in my inbox and caught my attention. I don’t watch a lot of television, unless the Weather Channel and sporting events count. And, if by some chance I watch a network show, I’m...
Coaches give new free-throw rules a shot
Basketball enthusiasts may notice one rule change when regular-season play begins tonight. The one and one is done. Instead, the bonus - two free throws - will be awarded for common fouls committed...
Party bus business ready to cruise
A spur-of-the-moment idea led to the creation of a new Clearwater business. Rolling' Transportation, LLC, co-owner Hailey Schlecht said the original plans were to purchase a trolley, but she and...
Holt County launches text messaging service
A new messaging system will keep Holt County residents abreast of up-to-date information. Holt County Treasurer Shelly Ross told supervisors, last Thursday, that TextMyGov™ alerts were set to...
What's next in DTR?
Ed. note: This is the second in a series about Clearwater's downtown revitalization efforts. When Clearwater village officials receive the Downtown Revitalization Capital Improvement Plan, it will...
Original views on life from rural America
“I don’t need stress; I need my shopping bag. It’s almost Black Friday.” Um, I’ve never uttered those words, much alone given day-after-Thanksgiving sales a lot of thought. I’ve gone...
Campaign begins for Legion renovation
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...
Students honor veterans during annual program
United States Armed Forces' veterans were recognized, Friday, during a Veterans Day program, at Summerland Public School. The patriotic program included Brogan Billings and Dawson McLain leading the...
School patrons asked to complete survey for strategic planning process
What's working at Summerland Public School and what improvements can be implemented to benefit students? The answer to those questions will be determined by responses to a district-wide survey, which...
Ag-ceptional accomplishment: Melcher first Summerland FFA student to receive American Degree
Madison Melcher turned her story into FFA history. The 2022 Summerland Public School graduate is the first FFA chapter member to receive the American FFA Degree, according to advisor Jacob Goldfuss....
Potential for downtown development unveiled at Clearwater open house
Clearwater residents received a sneak peak of what the village's business district could look like, Nov. 8, during an open house at the American Legion. Bobbi Pettit, owner of Five Rule Rural...
Original views on life from rural America LuAnn Schindler, Publisher
A journalism friend of mine recently hit a milestone birthday - she’s 65 now and thinks she will officially retire from the daily grind of deadlines and late night writing sessions which have fueled...
Retired game warden highlights career in new book
As a game warden, Gary Ralston has seen - and heard - it all. The Creighton resident shared his reasons for writing a collection of short stories about situations a game warden may encounter, during...