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Several Clearwater residents addressed concerns about water drainage during Monday's village board meeting. Last week, approximately six inches of rainfall was recorded, causing drainage issues in multiple spots in town. Dwaine Trease said, "The longterm thing is you need to get an engineer in here that can understand the problem and come up with a fix for it so the water will drain." Chairman Kelly Kerkman said the problem was being addressed. "We cleaned out every culvert from the Methodist...
Barry DeKay will be seeking a second term to represent District 40 in the Nebraska Legislature. He made the announcement July 9. DeKay was elected to the Legislature in 2022 after winning both the four-person primary, followed by decisive general election victory. Since being elected, DeKay has served the Transportation & Telecommunications, Judiciary, Agriculture, General Affairs, Natural Resources, and State-Tribal Relations committees. In 2025, DeKay was elected Chairman of the Agriculture...
Over the past 25 years, Dollar General stores have become a fixture of the retail landscape in rural Nebraska. Now, there are 142 chain "dollar" stores - 115 of them Dollar Generals - in Nebraska towns with a population smaller than 10,000. OAKLAND - If you drive down U.S. Highway 77, you won't see the grocery store that has managed to keep afloat in this town for more than 100 years. It's five blocks off the highway, on Oakland's main drag. What you will see is a bright yellow sign, beckoning...
The Nebraska Department of Banking and Finance has issued an alert regarding an emerging scam that targets recipients of Paycheck Protection Program loans issued during the pandemic. The Nebraska Bankers Association reports that scammers have called PPP recipients and impersonated bank employees or local law enforcement in an attempt to gain access to financial accounts. Scammers use PPP borrower information, which was published by the Small Business Administration, to trick PPP participants...
The public is invited to participate in the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission's annual summer turkey brood survey July 1 toAug. 31. The survey provides useful estimates about annual production by wild turkey hens and how many poults, or young turkeys, survive the summer brood-rearing period. These records and observations inform management decisions regarding wild turkeys, their population size and habitat needs. During July and August, survey participants are asked to record all turkeys they...
The Genoa U.S. Indian School Foundation invites the public to the 35th Annual Recognition and Remembrance Day, a day of reflection, education, and cultural celebration, on Saturday, Aug. 9, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the St. Rose of Lima Community Center in Genoa. This annual event honors the students who attended the Genoa U.S. Indian Industrial School and recognizes the enduring strength and resilience of Native communities. The day will feature a rich program of speakers, cultural presentations, and community sharing. Among the events will...
Holt County Supervisors re-approved $10,500 in funding for Court Appointed Special Advocates of Elkhorn Valley during a June 30 meeting at the Holt County Courthouse in O'Neill. The amount includes a 5% increase from 2024. Monica Huber, executive director of the CASA of Elkhorn Valley, which includes Holt and Madison counties, said the increase will allow for the creation of to-go backpacks for children who need to be removed from a home immediately. "Three days worth of clothes, toiletries, a...
August Janke took a leap last week-not just off the diving board at the Orchard Swimming Pool, but into uncharted waters of courage. With lifeguards cheering him on, he tiptoed to the board's edge, nerves rippling like waves beneath the surface. Then, with a burst of bravery, he jumped into the deep end. "The guards told him, 'This is for the Huskers.' That's how they got him to jump off," said his mother, Dani Janke, who co-manages the pool with Angie Robertson. That moment marked more than a...
Tractors, ropers, and Royal enthusiasts won't want to miss the village's annual Community Barbecue and Tractor Ride, sponsored by Royal Community Improvement, Inc. The fun begins Friday, July 18, with a euchre tournament at Royal Bar and Grill. Entry fee is $10 per person, with a 50/50 split fundraiser. First-, second- and third-place prizes, as per entries, will be awarded. On Saturday, July 19, the annual tractor ride will begin at noon. Registration will be from 10:30 a.m. to noon at Royal...
The Department of Health and Human Services has sent out its fourth issuance of Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer benefits. Throughout the 2025 summer EBT period, households with eligible school-age children can receive assistance in buying groceries with the program’s second year of operation. A one-time payment of $120 will be issued for each eligible child, intended to cover the three summer months at $40 a month. The fourth issuance was sent to eligible students as reported by school districts and any new eligibility determinations t...
Suni R. Moone, also known as Jeshua Divis, appeared in Antelope County District Court, June 25, for a pretrial conference and motion to endorse/discovery hearing, in a 2024 case where Moone is charged with two amended counts of burglary/habitual criminal, Class IIA felonies; and one count of theft - unlawful taking $5,000+, a Class IIA Felony. Moone is alleged with breaking into two storage unites in Antelope County between Aug. 1 and Aug. 31, 2024. On May 27, Moone, who represented himself, requested a Motion for Discovery hearing. County...
Orchard residents who want to stay connected to village happenings may want to check out the new Village of Orchard page on Facebook. Village officials made the decision to start the new page when they met in regular session last month. Trustees also discussed development of a new website to promote the village and local businesses. According to Village Clerk Mandi Weina, trustees discussed the use of LB840 funds for development. No decision was made and trustees are expected to consider the top...
The University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s Barta Brothers Ranch Field Day will take place on Wednesday, July 16, offering a full morning of research updates and an optional afternoon tour focused on prescribed fire, grazing strategies, and livestock management. The event is free to attend, and lunch is provided. To help with meal planning, register by Friday, July 11, by contacting Mitch Stephenson at mstephenson@unl.edu or 308-632-1355. This year’s program includes: • Research updates on prescribed fire, patch-burn grazing, and rangeland production...
Landowners, land managers, and anyone interested in prescribed fire are invited to attend a Prescribed Fire and Rangeland Tour on Thursday, July 17. The tour will visit multiple burn units northwest of O’Neill and offer insight into fire as a land management tool. The event is free to attend and includes lunch; however, participants are asked to register in advance to ensure an accurate meal count. The day will begin at the Holt County Annex Building, with check-in starting at 9 a.m., and a prompt departure to the field at 9:15. Attendees w...
Area blood donors will be able to donate at one of three upcoming drives. According to Josh Murray of the Omaha division of the American Red Cross, all donors are urged to give blood or platelets now to keep the blood supply strong this summer. Type O blood products are most needed on hospital shelves – especially in the face of summer challenges that can quickly cause blood and platelet reserves to drop. On Tuesday, July 15, a drive will be held at the American Legion in Clearwater. Appointment...
Thunderhead Wind Energy will soon be having wind blades move through Antelope County. That’s what Road Superintendent Leigh Kluthe told the Antelope County Commissioners when they met Tuesday, July 8. Kluthe said the wind farm is looking for a route that will require little or no road work. He will have more information for the commissioners at their next meeting. Other items discussed were: According to information provided by contractors, re-roofing of the old courthouse should be completed by the end of the week. Zoning Administrator M...
Celebrate 30 years of the Cowboy Recreation and Nature Trail with a bike ride, dinner and social on the bridge on Friday, Sept. 5 in Valentine. Register to attend the bike ride and dinner portions at OutdoorNebraska.gov by searching "Cowboy 30." Proceeds from the event will support trail improvements of the Valentine Trailhead area. Registration is not required to attend the social. Hit the trail The Cowboy Trail signature event will kick off with a 9 a.m. bike ride along the trail. Ride either...
The 2025 Miss Clearwater Rodeo knows her way around the arena - and a saddle. Kaylee Thiele, of Clearwater, grew up horseback, riding alongside her dad, Curt Thiele. Working cattle with him taught her a valuable rodeo rule: when the ride gets rough, adjust your grip. She put that lesson to the test Friday night in the Gene Snodgrass Arena, during the crowning ceremony. "My horse was acting up. I was trying to listen and not focus on him," the 16-year-old said. Then the crowd let out a roar. "It...
Saturday, July 12, will be full of activities during the 2025 version of Page Community Day. The morning will start with the Fred Cronk Memorial trap shoot at 9 a.m. The Farmer’s Market will be in the park from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Rhonda’s will be open all day. Kids can start their fun with the sand dig at 11 a.m., a bike tuneup with Eric Caauwe from noon to 1 p.m. and the bike parade at 1 p.m., followed by the bike giveaway. Also beginning at 1 p.m. will be free watermelon and “Old Coots Giving Free Advice” at Lamason’s park. The regular p...
Contestants at Clearwater's Big Rodeo pocketed more than $40,000 in prize money from the three-day competition held in Gene Snodgrass Arena. Cooper Kursave of Arcadia scored 79, taking home the top prize in bull riding. He earned $977.60. Eli Higa finished second, scoring 73, earning $733.20. Brady Painter placed third with 68 points. He received $488.80, and Casey Reiss ended fourth, with 67 points. He received 244.40. Tanner Drueke won bareback, scoring 80 points. He received $530.16. Second...
SUBMITTED ARTICLE Wake up to birdsong. Sip coffee under an open sky. End the evening by a crackling fire as the stars come out to play. Welcome to Tallgrass Retreat - a brand-new glamping destination nestled in the tranquil prairie just outside Neligh, located along the Elkhorn River and a short walk from Riverside Park. Tallgrass Retreat will feature Ferncrest at Elkhorn River, offering guests a luxurious escape into nature where comfort meets tranquility and the wilderness feels inviting....
The multimillion-dollar project, mostly paid for by Nebraska ratepayers, will feed the energy needs of Jigowatt, which already demands the most electricity of any customer in Stanton County. Justin Kennedy had long envisioned more than a cornfield when he gazed at the plot of family land a half-mile from where he grew up. It was "the perfect setup" for building his dream retirement house in rural Stanton County. He long ago planted a shelterbelt across the dirt road, hoping the trees would one...
July 4th is Independence Day in America. This day commemorates the ratification of the Declaration of Independence by the Second Continental Congress on July 4, 1776. I hope that you are able to enjoy time with your friends and family. As we take the day to celebrate our country’s independence, we should remember the many brave men and women who have fought and sacrificed so that we may enjoy the gift of freedom. I also want to make known that July 1, was the implementation date for one final p...
The next Miss Clearwater Rodeo will either be from Clearwater, Atkinson or Plainview. Kaylee Thiele, of Clearwater; Aubrey Blackburn, of Atkinson; and Jozlyn Anderson, of Plainview, will begin the journey toward the 2025 crown, Friday, June 27, at 2 p.m. Horsemanship competition will be held in the Gene Snodgrass Arena. Queen Coordinator Devon Baum said, "Horsemanship is a large part of obtaining and holding a rodeo queen title and holds a lot of weight with our judges." Contestants will...
Bayker Blankenship is hitting new highs and signing record deals, all while still being a young adult. At 20 years old, Livingston, Tennessee, native Blankenship went viral on social media with his song "Maxed Out." Blankenship will perform Saturday, June 28, at 8:45 p.m., on Clearwater's Main Street. In a short period, his viral tune was all over the music world and had more than 100 stitches on TikTok. This success led the artist to sign with Santa Anna Label Group, an accomplishment for such...
