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Listen to tales of Halloween and learn about hauntings of Holt County during a Night at the Museum at the Holt County Historical Society at 4th and Douglas in O'Neill. The program will begin at 7 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 25. Organizers said all ages are welcome but some stories may be disturbing for younger children. The event is free. Donations are always appreciated. Refreshments will be provided. For more information, contact Marci at 402-699-1424. The event is made possible with a grant from...
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...
With the crop harvest ongoing and hunting seasons continuing to open, the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission reminds hunters to be courteous. Hunters should expect to encounter farm vehicles and equipment on country roads and make room for them when they do so. Large equipment can need extra room on the road, so hunters, whether hunting on private land or public land, should park in provided lots and not along public roadways. As a reminder, no person may hunt on private land without the explicit permission of the landowner. A hunter of...
Since 2016, the Nebraska Department of Transportation County Bridge Match Program has played a critical role in improving local infrastructure through a cost-sharing partnership between counties and the state Under the program, counties receive 55% of the construction cost-up to $500,000 per project-for approved bridge projects. Approval is determined by a working group consisting of two county officials (highway superintendents, surveyors, or engineers) and three NDOT representatives. This collaborative, jointly funded initiative helps our...
Clearwater village trustees approved a number of bids for updates and services on village-owned properties during Monday's meeting at the fire hall meeting room. Two bids were submitted for a roofing project on the library, office and ambulance bay to replace a 48 foot by 47 foot flat roof with a mono-slope trussed roof. Ruterbories Construction submitted a cost of $28,966 to complete the project. Stearns Construction bid $29,600. Per the village's request for proposals, the project shall be...
Learn more about Elkhorn Rural Public Power District during Public Power Month. ERPPD will host an open house, Wednesday, October 22, from 1 to 3 p.m., at The Office, 522 Main Street in Clearwater. Refreshments will be served and giveaways will be available....
District Court Judge James G. Kube of the 7th Judicial District has announced his retirement, effective Oct. 31. Kube served the 7th District, comprised of Antelope, Cuming, Knox, Madison, Pierce, Stanton, and Wayne counties, since his appointment in 2009. In his announcement letter to the governor, Kube commended court staff district-wide, as well as the legal community and reflected on serving in the judiciary. Throughout his tenure, Kube has served as a dedicated member of the Northeast...
Three area sites - Niobrara State Park, Magnolias Home Decor and Design in Norfolk, and Shamrock Nursery in O'Neill - have been selected for the 2025 Nebraska Holiday Passport, sponsored by Visit Nebraska. Across the state, 24 stops will be open for travelers to visit for shopping or relaxation. The fourth year of the Holiday Passport will have a few upgrades. Travelers will have from Nov. 14 to Jan. 11 to visit stops and collect stamps, a longer window than in previous years, and the 24 stops...
Clearwater American Legion Auxiliary members are gathering items to be donated to the Norfolk Veterans Home. A list of suggested items is available on tables at the Clearwater Legion. Items may be dropped off at the Legion. A tote is available to place items in....
The mobile food pantry, sponsored by the Neligh Faith Community Church, as well as various other churches, individuals, and businesses in the area, will be distributing food on Tuesday, Oct. 21, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. The pantry will be held at the Neligh American Legion Club, 110 W. Third Street, in Neligh....
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....
One morning after a night of one too many drinks, I gave in and passed my then 2-year-old daughter my phone to watch cartoons while I slept it off. When I woke up, Peppa Pig was nowhere to be found, but my kid had somehow managed to purchase a vintage Nebraska Territory map online. Well played, eBay one-click Buy It Now. The previous night, I had rabbit-holed into the world of Nebraska yesteryear - and I don't mean the Tom Osborne era. I was marveling at how big Nebraska used to be. Established...
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....
