The Summerland Advocate-Messenger - Reliable, Trustworthy Reporting, Capturing The Heartbeat Of Our Community

There are more than 900,000 child care workers across the United States. Think of the impact they have on the millions of young children and families they serve. Trusted early educators allow parents...

Cycling along the Cowboy Trail in the 105-degree heat requires faith for safe travels. It also requires hope for a successful mission. It's definitely a labor of love and a means to do the Lord's...

Due to the Labor Day holiday, the deadline for advertising and news items for next week's edition of SAM will be Friday, Sept. 1, at noon. The printing schedule will remain the same and newspapers...

Who's ready for barbecue? Orchard will be the hot spot, with taste-tempting ribs hot off the grill, Sept. 30. Events are planned throughout the day, with something offered for all ages. From 9 a.m....

Individuals applying for a new utility account - including water, sewer or trash service - furnished by the Village of Clearwater will be required to pay a $150 deposit. Village trustees approved the...

Next week's edition of the "Advocate-Messenger" will include a special section with results of Summerland-area residents from the Antelope and Holt county fairs, as well as Nebraska State Fair...

Ewing village trustees will hold a public hearing at 7 p.m., Monday, Sept. 11, on the village’s $2.87 million fiscal year 2023-2024 proposed budget and tax request asking. A 4% property tax request w...

If you believe in metaphysical realms, you understand that four elements - air, fire, water and earth - define your unique personality traits. And, you undoubtedly know which sun sign - the position...

Of all our Nebraska traditions, one is especially memorable. It's a big production that seems to bring our whole state together to enjoy exhibits, shows, food, friends and a lot of fun. The sights,...

The late Richard P. Holm, MD During the South Dakota Festival of Books, I listened to a group of five successful novelists discussing the art of writing and what they gained from creating those...

KEARNEY – The University of Nebraska at Kearney Pride of the Plains Marching Band has announced its season schedule, which begins with the Sept. 9 home football game against Northeastern State. Adrien...

Summerland's varsity volleyball team began the 2023 fall sports season at the Elkhorn Valley triangular, Aug. 24, finishing 1-1 on the evening. In the first match, Summerland faced a tenacious West...

In a fast-paced, high scoring Friday night contest, the Crofton Warriors relied on 24 points in the final quarter to seal the win against Summerland, 50-36. Crofton took a 14-0 lead at the end of the...

While Summerland cross country runners failed to make the medalist stand at the Burwell Invite, held Aug. 24, at the Calamus Golf Course, the runners' performances show the potential for a positive...