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The Nebraska Department of Transportation's Division of Aeronautics is urging Nebraska students to utilize their creativity in an international art contest spotlighting aviation. The 2026 Fédération Aéronautique Internationale International Aviation Art Contest is open to all Nebraska students ages 6 to 17. The theme of this year's competition is "Fly to Save Lives", spotlighting brave aviators who come to the rescue when disaster strikes. The deadline for entries is Jan. 16. Each state will se...
The Nebraska State Patrol is investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred Wednesday morning in Grand Island. There were no injuries in the shooting. At approximately 6:40 a.m., investigators with the NSP Technical Crimes Unit were serving a search warrant at a residence at 921 East Oklahoma Avenue in Grand Island. The search warrant was in relation to a child pornography investigation. Preliminary information shows that as investigators attempted to perform the search warrant, the...
A longtime pastoral transition has led to a new chapter of cooperation and faith among three area congregations. Following the 2024 retirement of Pastor Dan Feusse, who faithfully served Concordia Lutheran Church in Clearwater for 26 years, members began to ask an important question: what comes next? "When a Pastor leaves or retires, the natural question for a Church is 'what is next?'" said Pastor Ryan Janke, who now serves as the spiritual leader for the newly formed tri-parish of Concordia...
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....
Join in the fun while supporting a good cause, Sunday, Oct. 19. A Bingo fundraiser will be held at Woody's Bar in Ewing, from 1 to 4 p.m. Proceeds from the event will go toward the Ewing Veterans Memorial. For more information, contact Kathleen or Larry Jorgensen at 402-394-2150....
Summerland Board of Education will meet in regular session Wednesday, Oct. 15, at 7 p.m., at Summerland Public School, located at 51293 857th Road, Ewing. Agenda items include reports from the Americanism Committee and updates on the district’s strategic planning process. The board will recognize students and staff during the Celebration of Excellence portion of the meeting and hear public comment, limited to 15 minutes. Items on the consent agenda include approval of minutes from September m...
Show of your ability to retain random knowledge during Trivia Night, sponsored by the Clearwater Public Library and The Waterhole. The fun begins at 6 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 15, at The Waterhole. Teams may consist of two to four individuals, and teams may sign up at either the library or The Waterhole. Cost for the meal and trivia is $20 per person. Proceeds from the event will go toward flooring at the library. For more information, contact Chelsi Silbernagel at 402-485-2034....
A 67-year-old Orchard man will be sentenced Oct. 22 for a case that started its way through the court system in 2021. Antelope County Judge Donna Taylor set the sentencing date during an Oct. 1 session of Antelope County Court. Russell L. Meyer faces one count of criminal trespass-2nd degree, a Class III misdemeanor; and one count of disturbing the peace, a Class III misdemeanor. Meyer requested to remove the public defender as counsel and told Taylor he planned to represent himself. Antelope County Attorney Joe Smith asked Taylor to appoint...
Jesse J. Borer, 48, of Neligh, appeared in Antelope County Court, Oct. 1. He faces one count of DUI-.15+ OR refusal (1 prior conviction), a Class I misdemeanor; and one count of willful reckless driving-1st offense, a Class III misdemeanor. Antelope County Attorney Joe Smith advised Judge Donna Taylor that Borer tested posited for THC. Defense attorney Brad Montag said Borer legally purchased a gummy from a vape shop. Taylor ordered Borer not to possess or use any illegal substances or anything from a vape shop and continued the hearing to...
The October meeting of the Northeast Nebraska Chapter of Compassionate Friends will meet on Thursday, October 16 at 7 p.m. The meeting will be held at the First United Methodist Church, 404 West Cedar Street in O'Neill. If you plan to attend, please bring a wallet-sized picture of your child or grandchild for a project we'll be working on. Anyone dealing with the loss of a child, sibling, or grandchild is invited to attend. The Compassionate Friends provides highly personal comfort, hope, and...
"Learn by doing" those three words define the philosophy of 4-H. We have heard there are different methods of learning: visual, auditory, reading/writing, and kinesthetic - learning through movement, through doing. We at the Nebraska Extension-Antelope County office strive to provide youth with a tangible learning experience. There are two kinds of learning experiences that happen because of 4-H. The first is through experiences shared in the home. Experiences such as a 4-H woodworking project....
Wayne State College welcomes the world-famous Vienna Boys Choir to Ramsey Theatre on Thursday, Oct. 23. The 7:30 p.m. performance in the Peterson Fine Arts Building kicks off the 2025-26 Wayne State Black & Gold Performing Arts Series. Tickets are required. To secure tickets, visit www.wsc.edu/performing-arts and select “Purchase Event Tickets.” Tickets are $10 each. Wayne State students, faculty, and staff can attend free of charge, but must obtain a ticket using their NUID number on the ticketing website. Currently, 90 active boy cho...
Two Neligh residents charged with one count of commit child abuse intentional/no injury, a Class IIIA felony, will wait until Oct. 22 to enter pleas in the case. Kaitlyn Kopejtka, 24, and Seth F. Lampert, 26, each appeared before Judge Donna Taylor, Oct. 1, in Antelope County Court and received continuances in the case. Both defendants will appear Oct. 22 for further arraignment....
Strong communities don’t just happen. They rely on connection—residents knowing what’s going on, businesses reaching the customers who keep them open, and citizens having the facts to make good decisions. Local newspapers provide that connection in ways no other source can. In today’s fractured media environment, trust is the rarest commodity. Confidence in “the media” is low. Only 18% of Americans say they trust news on social platforms, and fewer than one in four trust cable networks. But nearly two-thirds say they trust their local newsp...
The 2025 Open Class Non-Livestock Exhibit Results. Please note, the following results were taken from handwritten lists of names matched against exhibit cards. Therefore, spelling errors may easily have occurred. We regret any errors that may have occurred in the process of creating this listing. Ron Gilg – Craft, Red; Woodworking, Blue; Garden Produce – Vegetables, Blue; Garden produce – Vegetables, Blue; Garden Produce – Vegetables, Red; Garden Produce – Vegetables, White; Garden Produce – Veg...
Fall is the time of year when deer are more active. Crops are being harvested, and deer breeding season is in full swing. Bucks are more actively searching for does. They are bolder, less wary and more susceptible to collisions with vehicles. Deer are more active between dusk and dawn, but their movement peaks near dawn and dusk. The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission has tips to help drivers avoid deer-vehicle accidents and lessen the risk of injury or vehicle damage. The harvesting of crops...
A 44-year-old Boelus man will pay $100 in fines after being sentenced for driving under suspension/before reinstated-st, a Class III misdemeanor. Sam L. Fackler appeared in Antelope County Court, Oct. 1, and appeared before Judge Donna Taylor. She ordered the fine, along with court costs, to be paid in full that day. ••• Bryan A. Mahoney, 59, of Columbus, will appear for further arraignment on Oct. 22. He was originally charged with a single count of operate a motor vehicle/avoid arrest-felony, a Class IV felony. Antelope County Attorney Josep...
With the previous two month’s meetings aimed mainly at the budget, the Antelope County Commissioners met yesterday, with all commissioners present, to address several pressing issues, beginning with road maintenance. The one-and-six year road maintenance plan, required by the state and requested by the ACC, was presented by consultant Brian McDonald. A short discussion followed and the ACC stated that road safety for the public will be given “high priority” for all road projects. Those road projects deemed “low priority” will remain just that...
A 40-year-old Grand Island man pleaded not guilty to one count of false reporting - misdemeanor, a Class I misdemeanor, in Antelope County Court on Oct. 1. David J. Anderson was arrested Sept. 30 after a Nebraska State Patrol officer observed him walking along Highway 14, north of the Boone and Antelope county line. A farmer met Trooper Daniel Osuna-Salazar and told the officer the individual was now headed east on 100th Street. The trooper was unable to locate Anderson, and drove to Raeville in an attempt to find him. The trooper met another...
A long-term planning process is underway at Summerland Public School. Earlier this year, the board of education partnered with the Nebraska Association of School Boards to guide strategic planning efforts. The goal: create a roadmap to expand educational opportunities, address concerns, boost achievement and align with the district's mission and vision. The first phase - Discover and Define - included a district profile prepared by administrators, a visit from NASB members and a planning...
After nearly two years of fundraising and community support, Clearwater will celebrate the dedication of its Veterans Park at 4:30 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 18. The memorial, located at Main and Nebraska Streets, will be unveiled with a short program honoring local service men and women. What began as Ralph Tichota's vision grew into a community-wide effort. With the help of dedicated citizens, more than $275,000 was raised to create a lasting tribute. The park features striking bronze sculptures -...
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...
It's Oct. 1. That means one thing in Nebraska: Fall turkey hunting season is here. Nebraska Game and Parks has reminders for hunters who will take to the field in search of a bird for the season, which runs Oct. 1 to Nov. 30: All harvested turkeys must be reported via Telecheck within 48 hours of harvest. This can be done at OutdoorNebraska.gov/hunt/telecheck/ or by calling the phone number on the permit. Reporting via Telecheck is mandatory. When hunting during the Nov. 15-23 firearm deer...
Several defendants who appeared in Antelope County District Court on Sept. 24 received continuances. Hunter E. Ashburn Taylor of Tilden received a continuance in a case where he faces one count of use of firearm to commit a felony, a Class I felony; and one count of terroristic threats, a Class IIIA felony. Represented by defense counsel Nathan Stratton, Ashburn Taylor made the request to the Honorable James G. Kube. Antelope County Attorney Joe Smith did not object to the motion. Kube set a pretrial conference for Oct. 29 and continued a jury...
The Todd Becker Foundation, a nationally-recognized high school assembly group, announced that they will bring their presentation, "Hear the Story. Be Moved." to Summerland High School on Oct. 22. The free event is open to the public, and will take place in the gymnasium. Doors open at 6:40 p.m., with the event starting at 7. The night will feature a live concert from the band "All the Noise," followed by an impactful and life-changing message from Keith Becker. The Todd Becker Foundation started in Kearney, and was created in the spring of...
