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Reliable, Trustworthy Reporting, Capturing The Heartbeat Of Our Community
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On a cool Monday morning, the kind that carries the quiet promise of spring on the Nebraska plains, pride filled the streets of Clearwater. "Holy cow, it's just so fun to be with you here in Clearwater," Gov. Jim Pillen said, smiling as he addressed a crowd gathered to celebrate something bigger than an award, a way of life. That way of life earned the village of 380 people the state's 2026 Governor's Showcase Community Award, an honor given annually to one Nebraska town that exemplifies...
Weather permitting, work will begin week of April 13 on U.S. Highway 20, beginning at the Holt County line and extending six miles east of Orchard (reference post 328.81 to reference post 337.56), according to the Nebraska Department of Transportation. Vontz Paving, Inc., of Hastings, is the contractor for this project. Work includes asphalt milling, asphalt overlay and inlet work in the city of Orchard. Traffic will be restricted to one lane using flaggers. A 12-foot width restriction will be...
The Summerland Public School Board of Education will meet Monday, April 13, at 7 p.m. at the school near Ewing, with several key items on staffing and facility improvements headlining the agenda. Following routine opening items, approval of the agenda, and the pledge of allegiance, the board will begin with its "Celebration of Excellence," recognizing staff and students. A public participation period of up to 15 minutes is also scheduled. Under the consent agenda, board members are expected to c...
A new traffic-related scam currently targeting Nebraskans is circulating. Scammers are sending text messages or emails claiming the recipient has an unpaid traffic fine. The message threatens additional penalties unless the recipient clicks a link to pay the supposed fines. "Nebraska courts do not send out automated text messages when traffic fines are due. These messages are intended to steal your personal or financial information. Do not click the link in any text or email without first...
The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services is seeking applications for an emergency medical services (community or county-based) member, an emergency medical services (hospital-based) member, and an ancillary healthcare provider member on each of the six newly-established Rural Health Transformation Program Health Care Advisory Regions in Nebraska. HCARs are being established across Nebraska to provide structured, region-specific health care insight and coordinated input into RHTP....
More than 1,000 students completed all requirements for a degree and/or certificate program after the summer and fall 2025 semesters at South Dakota State University in Brookings. Overall, students from 35 states and 26 nations graduated. Nearly 40 students received two or more degrees or certificates from a college. Madison Melcher, of Page, graduated and earned a diploma....
Congressman Adrian Smith announced that his staff will hold a mobile office hour for constituents in Antelope County on Tuesday, April 14. Smith, who has offices in Grand Island, Scottsbluff, and Nebraska City, will provide a staff member at the Antelope County Courthouse, 501 Main Street, Neligh, from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. These office hours are an opportunity for constituents to meet directly with a member of Smith's staff about federal issues, receive assistance with a federal agency, or take advantage of the services available through his...
The April meeting of the Northeast Nebraska Chapter of Compassionate Friends will meet on Thursday, April 16 at 7 p.m. The meeting will be held at O'Neill Methodist Church, at 404 West Cedar Street in O'Neill. Anyone dealing with the loss of a child, sibling, or grandchild is invited to attend. The Compassionate Friends provides highly personal comfort, hope, and support to every family experiencing the death of a son or a daughter, a brother or a sister, or a grandchild, and helps others better assist the grieving family. For more...
Northeast Community College recently inducted students into Phi Theta Kappa, the international honor society that recognizes academic excellence among students at two-year colleges. The spring induction ceremony celebrated students who have demonstrated outstanding scholarship, leadership potential, and a commitment to service. Sydni McConnell, Clearwater, and Omar Mejia Moncada, Orchard, were inducted. Phi Theta Kappa's purpose is to recognize and encourage scholarship among two-year college...
Antelope Memorial Hospital will hold laboratory blood draws at discounted rates on Wednesday, April 22 and Friday, April 24. Appointments may be scheduled between 6 and 9 a.m. Lab screenings include a hemoglobin A1c for $20; CBC, TSH, Chem and Lipid panel for $45; and a PSA for men, $30. The regular price of these total more than $400. Cash or check will be required at time of service as insurance will not be billed. To set an appointment, call 402-887-6257....
Central Valley Ag recently announced a donation of $2,757.15 to the Nebraska FFA Foundation following its Fuel Up for FFA campaign during National FFA Week. During this time, CVA donated five cents from every gallon of fuel purchased at CVA fuel sites with a CVA fuel card. Through this promotion, CVA and its fuel customers helped support the next generation of agricultural leaders. “FFA students represent the future of agriculture, energy, and leadership,” said Jeff Ingalls, SVP of Energy at CVA. “When customers purchased fuel at CVA locat...
The Holt County Historical Society will host “Tea, Tales and Traditions," Sunday, April 19, at the Holt County Historical Society Museum, 4th and Douglas streets in O’Neill. Organizers invite the public to a tea party discovering and celebrating customs and fun of a traditional tea time. Tickets are available for $10 for adults and $5 for up to age 12. Tickets are payable at the door. Seating is limited. RSVPs may be sent to Marci Zegers by calling or texting 402-699-1424....
Area Easter egg hunts were held Saturday, April 4. In Ewing, four youngsters found the golden egg in their respective age divisions and claimed an Easter basket filled with goodies. Winners of the Ewing Young Members Club Easter Egg Hunt, nclude Macklin Kaczor, Theresa Wright, Lainey Fry, and Granite Pilcher. Six youngsters located special eggs at Saturday's Easter egg hunt in Clearwater, sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce. Finding the winning eggs were Trenton Wright, Oliver Waldow, Mason...
I've traveled to different places over the years - overpopulated cities and rural villages - and one element makes certain places stand out. You just know when a place has a defined sense of community. It isn't necessarily a bustling downtown or cutesy storefronts. It's a feeling experienced while talking to residents, the pride shown in its collective history, the initiative to look ahead and map a future. It's an energy that encourages collaboration, a chance to dream big and celebrate...
This past week, the Legislature gave final approval to the two budget bills. During the long 90-day legislative session, the state’s biennial budget is crafted. During the short 60-day session, adjustments are made to the budget. Adjusting this session’s budget was a much more demanding task since senators had to weigh what agencies and programs would be cut. Combined, both budget bills contain a large collection of cuts, changes, and cash transfers which will bring the deficit down to abo...
"To the Arch by March." That was the scary slogan circulating throughout Omaha back in the 1980s when both Union Pacific and ConAgra were threatening to move their corporate headquarters out of the River City. (U.P. was said to be looking at St. Louis, home of the Gateway Arch.) That meant that hundreds of good paying jobs would be leaving Nebraska and that Omaha's status as a home of corporate headquarters would be diminished. Never fear, the Nebraska Legislature and then-Gov. Kay Orr... Full story
This story is made possible through a partnership between Flatwater Free Press and Grist, a nonprofit environmental media organization. Mike Wintz was nearly four miles away and in the thick of fighting the Morrill Fire when he heard over the radio that the flames were headed for his home. "A couple of the other outfits were headed to the house to kind of head it off ... I just put my trust in the neighbors and the other firefighters," he said. The group stopped the fire near Wintz's front...
"We reached our goal for the maximum scholarship money - $5,000 - from the Red Cross," reported Summerland FBLA advisor Patty Sukup. Six FBLA seniors hosted blood drives outside of the school and will receive scholarship money according to signing up donors, working the drive, and the number of drives they worked. Seniors who will receive scholarships include Jenna Funk, Emma King, Clair Krysl, Karley Dawkins, Ethan Kester, and Shaylie Kester. At the March 24 blood drive held at the school, 64...
The old Antelope County Courthouse may be getting a "Back to the Future" look soon. Meeting yesterday, the Antelope County Commissioners were presented with a proposal by Neligh attorney Jim McNally. McNally is representing an anonymous donor who has offered to pay for the restoration of the old county courthouse's clock-tower and dome. The donor will contract an engineering/architect company, based in Italy, to do the design and building of the project. A figure of up to $750,000 for the work was mentioned by McNally. The ACC, excited about...
ServeNebraska is now accepting nominations for the 12th annual Step Forward Awards, the state’s highest honor recognizing volunteer service. These awards celebrate individuals and groups who strengthen Nebraska communities through service. Award recipients will be selected by the Governor and honored at the 2026 Step Forward Awards Luncheon in October. Nominations are open statewide to individuals and groups, including those affiliated with businesses, civic organizations, schools, and nonprofits. The deadline to submit nominations is June 1...
Published April 8, 2026 ZNEZ...
NOTICE OF SALE YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that the following described property will be sold at auction to the highest bidder at the west entrance of the Antelope County Courthouse, at 501 M. Street, Neligh, Nebraska 68756, on May 19th, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. CST: Parcel #1 - The West 614 1/3 links on West side of Tax Lot 1 AND the North 75 feet of the West Half of Tax Lot 2 and the North 81 feet of the East Half of Tax Lot 2, and vacated South Street lying adjacent to Tax Lot 2, located in the N1/2NW1/4 of Section 10, Township 27 North, Range 8 West...
NOTICE OF SALE YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that the following described property will be sold at auction to the highest bidder at the west entrance of the Antelope County Courthouse, at 501 M. Street, Neligh, Nebraska 68756, on May 19, 2026 at 10:30 a.m. CST: Tract #1: Lat 12, Block 6, Village of Orchard, Antelope County, Nebraska Tract 112: Lots 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, & 24, Block 6, Village of Orchard, Antelope, Nebraska Tract 113: Lot 17, except the East 100 feet, Block 2, Tiede’s Subdivision, Village of Orchard, Antelope County, Nebraska The s...
REQUESTS FOR PROPOSAL VILLAGE OF CLEARWATER CDBG Comprehensive Planning Project The Village of Clearwater is seeking proposals from experienced planning firms to prepare an updated Comprehensive Plan utilizing $55,000 in CDBG grant funds, which will guide future community growth. Proposals shall include all labor, travel and materials. Scope of Services and Requirements • Engagement strategy to connect and interact with the community to gather insight for the project. • Ability to provide existing conditions analysis and vision for the future,...
PROCEEDINGS HOLT COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION AND BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MARCH 31, 2026 Board meetings are held on the first working day after the 15th and the last working day of the month. Meetings are held at the Holt County Courthouse meeting room. Board of Equalization at 9:30 a.m., and Board of Supervisors at 9:45 a.m. Notice of meeting given in advance thereof by publication in paper as shown by Affidavit of Publication on March 19, 2026, in the Atkinson Graphic. The agenda for all meetings are kept continuously current and is available...
