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lschindler@summerlandadvocate.com?subject=Events Calendar submission&body=PLEASE PROVIDE US WITH AT LEAST THESE DETAILS: Event / Date and Time / Address of Event / PhoneSubmit an Event Thursday, April 2 Ewing Community Holy Week Services Ewing Community Holy Week Services, Devotions at noon; lunch at 12:30, Ewing United Methodist-Presbyterian Church (USA) Friday, April 3 No School at SPS No School at Summerland Public School Ewing Community Holy Week Services Ewing Community Holy Week Services, Devotions at noon; lunch at 12:30, Ewing United... Full story
Despite hearing research supporting early childhood education programs and discussing ways to identify learning and behavioral needs earlier, Summerland Board of Education members voted 6-0 on June 17 not to accept a $50,000 Nebraska Department of Education grant that would have expanded preschool services to three-year-olds. The board spent significant time discussing the proposal before board member Jeremy Wagner made a motion to accept the grant. The motion ultimately failed on a 6-0 vote,...
The 2026 Nebraska Rod and Customs Association 33rd Tour Nebraska's traveling car show will travel through four Summerland communities this Saturday. The tour kicks off at the WarHorse Center in Norfolk, with vehicles departing at 7 a.m. Cars are expected to arrive in Clearwater at 7:55 a.m.; Ewing at 8:06 a.m.; Orchard at 8:25 a.m., and Royal at 8:32 a.m. Cars will leave Norfolk in two groups, approximately 20 minutes apart. Other stops along the route include Creighton, Center, Verdigre,...
Northeast Community College recognized the achievements of 992 graduates during its 53rd Annual Commencement Ceremony, on Friday, May 8, at the Cox Activities Center on the Norfolk campus. Area residents receiving degrees included: Aislynn Kester, Clearwater; Associate of Arts degree; Deric Sayers, Orchard, Associate of Arts degree; Autum Pinkerman, Page, Associate of Applied Science degree in early childhood education; Kelsey Schlecht, Clearwater; Associate of Applied Science degree in physical therapist assistant; and Omar Mejia Moncada,...
This spring, AMH welcomes Will Fehringer, PA-C, to its medical staff. He will offer coverage primarily at the Neligh AMH Family Practice Clinic. A native of Bloomfield, Fehringer is the son of Jeff and Kelli Fehringer. He graduated from Bloomfield High School in 2019. He attended Wayne State College, graduating in May 2023 with a Bachelor of Science degree in biology. He acquired his Physician Assistant degree from the University of Nebraska Medical Center, graduating in December 2025. He...
Orchard trustees reviewed bids for armor coating when they met March 9. Following discussion, the board approved a bid of $47,155.89 submitted by Sta-bilt Construction Company. Trustees also discussed a potential lease for the former music room in the community center. Currently, the room does not have heat or air conditioning. Board members talked about developing a lease and setting rent at $200 per month until heating and cooling is installed. At that time, rent would increase to $400. No vote was taken. In other business, trustees: • S...
Gather a team and head to Orchard, Feb. 7, for the third annual Orchard Fire & Rescue Carbles Tournament. The event will be held at the Orchard Community Center, with registration beginning at 1 p.m. Game play is set to begin at 1:30. Snacks will be provided, and a cash bar, from The Den, will be on site. To register a team or for more information, contact Travis at 712-870-4058 or Ashley at 402-640-1574....
Drop by the Orchard Community Center, Sunday, Jan. 25, between 5 and 8 p.m., and try a variety of soups and support two local mainstays. At least 10 soups will be available, along with ham sandwiches and cinnamon rolls. Proceeds from the soup supper will benefit the community center. Play Bingo to support the Orchard American Legion Memorial. Cards start at 50 cents each with 50% payout....
PROCEEDINGS ANTELOPE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS NELIGH, NEBRASKA JANUARY 13, 2026 Chairman opened the meeting. Notice of meeting published as required by statute. Approved agenda. Approved minutes of the Jan. 6, 2026, meeting. Public comments. Set official wages for 2027-2030. Approved payroll. Approved vendor claims. General: AMERITAS ins 24,019.79; ANTELOPE CO COURT ex 149.00; ANTELOPE CO SHRF ex 487.19; APPEARA ex 80.50; APPLIED CONN TECH ex 5,939.90; FIRSTNET ut 652.60; BEAR GRAPHICS ex 519.90; BLACK HILLS ENERGY ut 1,601.43; BCBS ins...
Things are heating up at Old School Thrift Store in Orchard. Village trustees approved adding heat to the area leased by the thrift store during the board's Dec. 8 meeting at the Orchard Community Center. A furnace was installed in early December. Trustees also approved a new policy regarding utility payment return fees. Following discussion, Tyson Schutt made a motion to give customers a courtesy call and seven days to take care of the return. If not paid within seven days, a $35 fee will be...
PUBLIC NOTICE VILLAGE OF ORCHARD NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Village of Orchard intends to file an application to USDA Rural Development for grant assistance in the amount of $30,000 for a preliminary engineering report for the village water system. A meeting will be held on Jan. 12, at 7 p.m., at the Village of Orchard office, located in the Orchard Community Center, regarding the proposed project and to provide the opportunity for public comment. Published December 24, 2025 and December 31, 2025 ZNEZ...
Santa Claus visited two Summerland-area communities over the weekend, spending time listening to wish lists, taking Christmas card-worthy photos, and sharing the joy of the season. On Sunday, Santa stopped by the Orchard Community Center. Later that evening, he took part in the Ewing Light Parade and stopped by the Ewing United Methodist-Presbyterian Church to meet area youngsters....
Bring your wish list and be prepared to tell Santa if you've been naughty or nice, when he visits Orchard on Sunday, Dec. 14. The meet and greet with St. Nick will be at the Orchard Community Center from 3 to 5 p.m. Photo opportunities will be available with Santa. Hot chocolate and cookies will be served....
The Board of Directors of Cornerstone Bank announced the appointments of the following officers in Clearwater and Orchard, at their recent meeting: Dalton Rotherham was named loan officer in Clearwater. Rotherham started at Cornerstone Bank in June 2023 as a personal banker; and he just recently completed the bank's financial services trainee program. Rotherham graduated from Northeast Community College with an Associates of Applied Science Degree in business, and he is currently continuing his...
The Village of Orchard approved a bid for a Rhino mower when the board of trustees met in regular session, Oct. 13. Trustees approved a $650 bid from Mike Strope for the piece of equipment. Trustees also approved appointing a Kearney-based company as the village's engineer. Miller & Associates will continue in the position, following a motion from John Ferguson and second by Tyson Schutt. Chris Miller was appointed street superintendent. All trustees present approved the motion. Trustee Glen Cheatum was absent. Discussion on dangerous...
Check out the ghosts and goblins at the Orchard Community Center parking lot, Sunday, Oct. 26, from 4 to 6 p.m. Orchard Public Library and Gary Ober will be sponsoring the trunk or treat event. Hay rack rides will be available. In case of inclement weather, the event will move inside the community center lobby....
Each year during the Orchard vendor fair, Dusty's runs a concession stand and have donated proceeds to the Orchard Community Center. This year, Dusty's owners made a decision to donate the concession stand food and give the proceeds to the Orchard Veterans Memorial, spearheaded by the Orchard American Legion. On Oct. 1, Dustin and Stephanie Cleveland, owners of Dusty's, joined John Ferguson and Wayne Schacht, with the Legion, to present a check for $985.50....
Kickin Bull BBQ took top honors, Saturday, at the Orchard Ribfest. The Plainview-based team scored 107 points. Oh Daddy BBQ finished second, scoring 102 points. Third place went to 22 BBQ, with 97 points. Fourteen teams competed in the annual event held at the Orchard Community Center and sponsored by the Orchard Community Club. Following the drawing for the Orchard Community Club fundraiser, Rane Veseley, of Verdigre, donated $500 back to the club. Tyson Schutt announced the funds would be...
The smoky scent of sizzling ribs will be drifting through the air, Sept. 27, in Orchard, as sauce-slicked racks hit the heat at the Orchard Community Club's annual Ribfest. The event includes a vendor fair. Organizers report more than 40 vendors will offer goods at the Orchard Community Center at 425 4th Street from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Vendors will offer jewelry and accessories, boutique clothing, home and seasonal decor, bath and body products, household items, and more. JuJu Bean Coffee and...
PROCEEDINGS ANTELOPE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS NELIGH, NEBRASKA SEPT. 9, 2025 Chairman opened the meeting. Notice of meeting published as required by statute. Approved agenda. Approved minutes of the Sept. 2, 2025, BOC meeting. Approved payroll. Approved vendor claims. General: AMERITAS ex 22,319.88; ANTELOPE CO TREAS ex 700,022.61; APPEARA ex 35.18; APPLIED CONN TECH ex 5,609.36; FIRSTNET ut 667.85; BLACK HILLS ENERGY ut 153.27; BLACKBURN MFG ex 52.00; BCBS ins 77,710.73; BOB BARKER CO ex 149.98; THE BODY WORKS ex 65.00; BOMGAARS ex...
A combination firearm and bowhunter education course will be offered by Nebraska Game and Parks Commission volunteer instructors in Orchard on Sept. 18, 19, and 20. Class will meet from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. on the 18th and 19th, and 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Sept. 20. This free course will be held at the Orchard Community Center (formerly Orchard Public School) at 407 E. 4th St., in Orchard. The course will provide instruction in safe firearms use, safe bow use, tree stand safety, shooting and...
Clusters of individuals gathered near black panels assembled at the Spencer ball field, scanning the white text for names of loved ones, sharing stories from the past and honoring the memory of those who gave the ultimate sacrifice. The Wall that Heals, a three-quarter scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, was on display in the Boyd County community, from Aug. 28 to Sept. 2. Since 1996, the traveling memorial has been on exhibit in all states except Alaska. The replica...
Author's note: This article couldn't have been written without the players who brought the game of baseball to life. I'm especially grateful to Eric Snyder, Wayne and Julia Schacht, Shirley Erb, Jim and Kristi Schutt, Jeff Shabram, Jamie Curtis, and members of American Legion Post 136. Your memories, stories, and support meant the world-thank you for helping keep this history alive. Baseball has long been known as America's pastime, and in Orchard, it was no different. Warm Sunday afternoons...
The 2025 version of Orchard Free Days pays homage to an all-American - and all-Orchard - tradition: baseball. The Class C Area American Legion Tournament will be held in town beginning July 25. Fans of the game will see plenty of action, as contests will continue through July 29. Participating teams include Creighton-Bloomfield, Crofton, Hartington, Plainview, Ponca, and Tri-County. THURSDAY, JULY 24 Festivities kick off Thursday, July 24. Summerland Softball will offer concessions at the...
Make plans now to participate in the Orchard 5K Color Run/Walk, July 26, sponsored by the Summerland Track team. Registration will begin at 7:30 a.m., at the Orchard Community Center, with the race set to start at 8. An $20 entry fee includes a free, white T-shirt, if signed up before July 16. "You can sign up after this date but you will not receive a T-shirt," said Coach Shannon Schumacher. To register, email shannonschumacher@summerlandbobcats.org or text 402-750-9012....
