Articles from the July 9, 2020 edition
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Nebraska Extension releases adjusted 4-H schedule for Antelope County Fair
The 4-H division of the Antelope County Fair will have a different look in 2020. Tessa Hain, 4-H youth development coordinator, said, extension personnel appreciate input for how fair events will look...
Four vie to take rodeo queen reins
Four individuals will vie for the title of Miss Clearwater Rodeo 2020 during Friday's opening evening of rodeo competition. The winner will reign over the 53rd annual event, scheduled for Friday...
Agency to host open house
Clearwater Insurance Agency will host an open house, Friday, July 10, from 9 a.m. to noon, in The Tilden Bank building. Licensed agents will be available to answer questions. Refreshments will be served....
Holt County board of adjustment seated, ready to hear pipeline appeals
The Holt County supervisors finalized seating of a board of adjustment when they met at the courthouse in O’Neill last Tuesday, June 30. Vice chair Steve Boshart presided, due to the potential for board of adjustment action related to TC Energy matte...
-Isms: Original views on life in rural America
Some weeks, I know exactly what I want to say when it comes to this column. The idea takes root and over the weekend, I write and rewrite in my mind before committing word to paper. Other weeks, it...
Center applauds bipartisan leadership for carbon market legislation
CENTER FOR RURAL AFFAIRS On June 26, U.S. Reps. Don Bacon, a Nebraska Republican, and Abigail Spanberger, Democrat from Virginia, members of the House Agriculture Committee, introduced a companion bill to the Growing Climate Solutions Act, H.R....
Atkinson man sentenced to prison
A former Holt County resident was sentenced to three three-year prison terms for felony convictions and three one-year terms for misdemeanor convictions, all committed in Holt County, beginning more than three years ago. Jeff A. Dolberg, 45, was...
Enjoy the simple pleasures of summer
A look out the kitchen window into the flower garden this morning revealed the usual lilies, zinnias and petunias in bloom. The tiger lilies green buds hang down waiting for their turn to open. In this hot, dry season I’m lucky to have color. Listeni...
Blood drive scheduled in Clearwater
A blood drive will be held Tuesday, July 14, in Clearwater. Donations can be made from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at St. Theresa’s Catholic Church hall....
Hospital sponsoring virtual 5K run/walk
Antelope Memorial Hospital Wellness will host a Co-RUN-a Virus 5K walk or run. Wellness coordinator Meghan Fernau said participants will complete the 3.1 mile race on their own, between July 19 and 25, and submit results via email. Registration...
Police officer to be honored
O’Neill Police Department is hosting a retirement celebration for Darrell Hamilton, July 13, from 2 to 4 p.m., at the O’Neill City Council Chambers, at 401 E. Fremont Street. Hamilton has served in law enforcement for more than 46 years, inc...
Find treasures next weekend in Orchard
Orchard Historical Society will host city-wide garage sales in Orchard and the surrounding area, Friday, July 17 and Saturday, July 18. Although maps will not be provided, the historical society will offer a list of sellers, sale hours, addresses...
Fighting lands defendants in Antelope County court
Six of seven defendants who faced the Honorable Donna Taylor last Wednesday morning, July 1, when she presided from the bench in the Antelope County court, faced charges stemming from alleged fights. If convicted of their individual third-degree...
Nebraska businesses receive pandemic loans
NEBRASKA NEWS SERVICE The Small Business Administration, on Monday, released some details about 4,179 Nebraska businesses that took out Paycheck Protection Program loans of $150,000 or more. The Small Business Administration did not report the exact...
Welcome to the table
St. Theresa's and St. John's Catholic churches held First Communion services recently. The sacrament of Eucharist, or Holy Communion, is a celebration, but the primary focus remains on the holy...
Summerland 1
Peewee team one spent a few weeks practicing before taking the field for games. Team members include Ryan Rifer; Aiden McAllister, Jason Shaver, Hayden Hobbs, Cohen Schindler, Dane Miller, Cash...
Orchard FFA competes in virtual event
SUBMITTED ARTICLE Although COVID-19 canceled the in-person State FFA Convention in Lincoln this year, FFA members have still been able to participate in virtual events. In December, four members...
I do, take two
Gail and Connie Cronin, of Clearwater, held a recommitment ceremony, June 8, celebrating 35 years of marriage. Father John Norman officiated....
Agenda Summerland Board of Education
Summerland Public School Board of Education Meeting Monday, July 13, 2020 Summerland Public School @ Clearwater 501 Iowa Street, Clearwater, NE 68726 Regular Meeting 6 p.m. 1.Call meeting to order 1.A. Nebraska Open Meetings Act 1.B. Roll call 1.C....
Ewing Public School will finally have their prom
After months of planning and rescheduling, Ewing Public School students will have a prom. The event will take place Friday, July 17 at St. Dominic's Hall. The theme is Las Vegas Nights and members of...
