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How often do you spend $2.50 on a 20-ounce pop or $2.59 to satisfy a sweet tooth? So why hesitate to pay just over $1 for quality local news? It costs about $2 to produce a single copy of SAM each week-a true bargain in today's economy. Since the Advocate-Messenger launched in July 2019, printing and mailing costs have soared. That doesn't include time spent covering events, writing articles, designing ads, or meeting with advertisers. On average, each issue includes 10 pages, with four in full...
Organizers hope an upcoming emergency medical technician class will combat a local and statewide shortage. Karmen Rotherham will teach the class, which consists of 110 hours of classroom instruction and 55 hours of lab practice. Coursework will be completed at the Clearwater Fire Hall. The minimum age to become an EMT is 18. In Nebraska, individuals are allowed to begin training prior to turning 18, but they cannot take the certification exam until age 18. Sign up by Aug. 15 by contacting...
A decision on replacing the Summerland Public School charter bus will hopefully take place in the next several weeks. Board of education members were in agreement to continue searching for a used bus with fewer miles and in better shape than the current bus, as long as a replacement can be found for $150,000 to $200,000. Superintendent Molly Aschoff said bus inventory "goes fast." If a replacement isn't secured, the current bus will require new tires and brakes. Board member Chelsi McLain...
For Sarah Wiese, there's a first time for everything: first time to participate in FCCLA, first time to qualify for nationals, and first to finish fourth in the nation. Wiese competed at nationals in Orlando, July 5 to 10, earned a gold medal in nutrition and wellness, and closed out her career with the fourth-best project presented by competitors from across the nation. Wiese was recognized by the Summerland Board of Education during the July 14 meeting. The nutrition and wellness event tasks...
A longtime tradition will kick off Orchard Free Days this Friday. Orchard Historical Society members will serve a broasted chicken dinner, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Rex. Dine in and carry out orders will be available. A two-piece meal will include potato salad, dinner roll, and homemade pie. A free will donation will be accepted, with a $14 suggested donation. Kids ages 10 and under will have a one-piece meal option for an $8 suggested donation. Stop by and visit the District 57 School, which will be open from 11 a.m. to 1...
American Legion baseball fans will converge on Orchard this weekend as the Class C Seniors Area 1 Tournament begins. In addition to the host Tri-County Titans, squads in the district include Creighton-Bloomfield, Crofton, Hartington, Plainview and Ponca. The winner will advance to the Class C Seniors State Tournament, set for Aug. 2 to 6 in Sutton. A bracket was not available at press time....
The Ashfall Fossil Beds State Historical Park near Royal is planning a Fossil and Artifact ID Day for Sunday, Aug. 3. Shane Tucker will be on-site to identify rocks and fossils visitors bring into the park that day. Tucker is a paleontologist with the University of Nebraska State Museum. For 30 years he has been criss-crossing the State of Nebraska, identifying and rescuing fossils from roadcuts and road construction projects, all while sharing his vast knowledge of Nebraska's fossil treasures w...
Two hearings for individuals charged in separate theft cases took place during the July 16 session of Antelope County Court in Neligh. In both cases, the defendants failed to appear before the Honorable Donna Taylor. Harley J. Finazzo faces a charge of theft - shoplifting, $0-500, a Class II misdemeanor, for a June 14 incident alleged to occur at Cubby’s in Neligh. Taylor said Antelope County Attorney Joe Smith may file an affidavit and order for an arrest warrant. ••• Angel Martinez, 30, of Huron, South Dakota, faces one count of theft b...
The University of South Dakota has released its academic honor and dean's list for the spring 2025 semester. The following Summerland-area students were included on the dean's list: Taelyn Switzer, Clearwater; Preslie Robertson, Orchard; and Hadley Cheatum, Page....
There's something for everyone at the 2025 Antelope County Fair, slated to begin Tuesday, July 29, in Neligh. Several 4H/FFA/Open Class animal shows will begin prior to that date. On July 24, the dog, cat and companion animal shows will begin at 9 a.m. and 1 p.m., respectively. On Friday, modeling judging will begin at 9 a.m., and 4H members will enter exhibits in several categories. Monday, July 28 The horse show will take place Monday, July 28 and Tuesday, July 29. On Monday, all classes will...
While reading Paul Hammel’s “All Things Nebraska” column, I had to chuckle — and wonder how many of us spent our youth detasseling corn. Hand raised, even if only for two summers. If you’ve ever walked those long rows, ripping tassels out, you know about corn sweat. That suffocating heat made early mornings rough. Add a layer of center pivot water, and you’ve got the perfect mix of hot and humid. Detasseling meant climbing on a school bus before sunrise, long-sleeved shirts soaked in dew, and...
We appear to be done bombing Iran, and to be back to helping Ukraine repeal invaders from Russia. Plus, it looks like the trade war we started is going to raise our cost of buying coffee from Brazil and beer from Mexico. Great, huh? So maybe it's time to talk about something really important – corn sweat. We're entering the peak of corn sweat season, when the thick, green fields of corn that blanket eastern and central Nebraska start to emit their highest levels of moisture. It's called "evapotr...
PROCEEDINGS HOLT COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION AND BOARD OF SUPERVISORS JULY 16, 2025 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 a.m., and Board of Supervisors at 9:15 a.m. Notice of meeting given in advance thereof by publication in paper as shown by Affidavit of Publication on July 9, 2025, in the Summerland Advocate. The agenda for all meetings are kept continuously current and is available for...
Governor Jim Pillen was joined by Senator Barry DeKay and Nebraska Department of Agriculture Director Sherry Vinton at Shamrock Locker in O'Neill, July 17, to ceremonially sign LB246. The new law bans the manufacture, distribution and sale of lab-grown or cultivated meat in Nebraska. Passage of the measure during the most recent legislative session builds on the governor's executive order from last year, which prohibits agencies from purchasing lab-grown meat and requires state contractors to...
APPROVED CLAIMS SUMMERLAND PUBLIC SCHOOL Amazon Capital services, Inc., sup, 96.81; Aschoff, Molly A., mileage/cell phone reimb, 2,315.04; Black Hills Energy, nat gas, 54.19; Capital One Bk(USA), NA, hotels/flights/meals/sup, 8.017.11; ColdType Publishing, printing, 170.50; Corner Hardware & More, sup, 58.96; Court Floors, screen and recoat gym floors, 6,400.00; DAS State Acctg-Central Finance OCIO, internet line charges, 481.82; Dusty’s, fuel, 66.92; Eakes Office Solutions, sup/printer exp/rep, 2,527.52; Elkhorn Rural Public Power, elec, 4...
NOTICE OF MEETING VILLAGE OF EWING BOARD OF TRUSTEES JULY 14, 2025 The Ewing Village Board of Trustees convened in regular session on July 14, 2025 at 7 p.m., at the city hall. Notice of the meeting was published July 2, 2025, in the Summerland Advocate-Messenger. An agenda was kept current and on file at the village clerk’s office. Chairman, Kane Fry, called the meeting to order at 7 p.m. Notice was given to the posted location of the open meetings law. Board members present were Dustin Jorgensen, Jeremy Tuttle, Kane Fry, Kent Stallbaum, a...
REGULAR PROCEEDINGS VILLAGE OF CLEARWATER BOARD OF TRUSTEES July 14, 2025 The Board of Trustees of the Village of Clearwater met for a regular meeting Mon., July 14, at 7 p.m., in the fire hall meeting room. Meeting opened at 7 p.m. Notice of meeting was given in advance by publication in Summerland Advocate-Messenger, was posted at US Post Office in Clearwater, Clearwater Market and Cornerstone Bank-Clearwater and was given to Board members prior to meeting. Public was informed of location of Open Meeting Act poster. Present: Kelly Kerkman,...
VILLAGE OF CLEARWATER APPROVED CLAIMS General Checking: Advanced Consulting Engineers, srv, 3,685.00; AKRS Equipment, sup, 152.47; Antelope Co. Sheriff, srv, 1,302.25; Black Hills Energy, util, 100.71; Bomgaars, sup, 60.92; Bryant Home Comfort, srv, 11,255.00; Carhart Lumber, sup, 71.98; Clearwater Library, tnfr, 2,250.00; ColdType Publishing, adv/rent, 830.50; Economic Savings, tnfr, 2,169.58; ERPPD, util, 1,408.81; Fry Brothers Fertilizer & Chemical, sup, 140.00; General Savings, tnfr, 2,169.58; Jarecki Sharp & Petersen, lgl, 300.00;...
PROCEEDINGS SUMMERLAND PUBLIC SCHOOL BOARD OF EDUCATION July 14, 2025 Summerland Public School Board of Education met in regular session, Monday, July 14, 2025, at the board meeting room. President Nate Schwager called the board meeting, which was advertised in the July 9, 2025, newspapers, to order at 7:02 p.m. Schwager noted the Open Meetings Act posted in the board room. Roll call was taken. Members present: Ryan Ahlers, Chelsi McLain, Schwager, Austin Twibell, Jeremy Wagner. Absent: Scott Thiele. Motion by Wagner, seconded by Twibell, to...
NOTICE OF RENEWAL RETAIL LIQUOR LICENSE CLASS C ON/OFF SALE AMERICAN LEGION POST 267 Notice is hereby given that, pursuant to Section 53-135.01, liquor license of this act may be automatically renewed for one year from Nov. 1, 2025 for the following retail liquor licensee, to wit: American Legion Post 267, a non-profit organization 507 Main St. Lots 3-4, Block 2 in the Village of Clearwater, Nebraska Notice is hereby given that written protests to the issuance of automatic renewal of license may be filed by any resident of the Village of...
NOTICE OF MEETING ANTELOPE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY The Antelope County Historical Society will hold their quarterly meeting on July 27, 2025, at 2 p.m., at the Antelope County Museum, 410 L Street, Neligh, NE 68756. An agenda is posted at the museum and may be viewed during regular business hours. The meeting is opened to the public. Published July 23, 2025 ZNEZ...
NOTICE OF RENEWAL RETAIL LIQUOR LICENSE CLASS C ON/OFF SALE TWO BILLS STEAKHOUSE Notice is hereby given that, pursuant to Section 53-135.01, liquor license of this act may be automatically renewed for one year from Nov. 1, 2025 for the following retail liquor licensee, to wit: Two Bills Steakhouse 211 Iowa St. Out Lot T in the Village of Clearwater, Nebraska Notice is hereby given that written protests to the issuance of automatic renewal of license may be filed by any resident of the Village of Clearwater on or before Aug. 10, 2025, in the...
SALARIES VILLAGE OF CLEARWATER In accordance with Section 19-1102 of the Nebraska State Statutes, the following employee job titles and their current salaries for the Village of Clearwater, Nebraska, as of July 1, 2025, are hereby published as follows: Board of Trustees $900/year Village Clerk/Treasurer $26/hour Maintenance Supt. $26/hour Librarian $13.50/hour Library help.............$13.50/hour Part-time seasonal $13.50-$20/hour Janitorial $20/hour Other part-time help $13.50/hour Angie Hupp, Village Clerk Published July 23, 2025...
NOTICE OF RENEWAL RETAIL LIQUOR LICENSE CLASS C ON/OFF SALE THE WATERHOLE Notice is hereby given that, pursuant to Section 53-135.01, liquor license of this act may be automatically renewed for one year from Nov. 1, 2025 for the following retail liquor licensee, to wit: Debb & Jerry LLC, dba The Waterhole 510 Main St. Lot 10, Block 1 in the Village of Clearwater, Nebraska Notice is hereby given that written protests to the issuance of automatic renewal of license may be filed by any resident of the Village of Clearwater on or before Aug. 10,...
NOTICE OF MEETINGS HOLT COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION AND BOARD OF SUPERVISORS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the county board of equalization and county board of supervisors of Holt County, Nebraska, will meet July 31, 2025, at 9 a.m. and 9:15 a.m., respectively, in the county supervisors’ meeting room in the Holt County Courthouse, O’Neill, Nebraska. Meetings will be open to the public. An agenda, kept continuously current, is available for public inspection at the Holt County Clerk’s office and may be modified at such meeting to include items...
