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The Tri-County Titans American Legion Baseball team will host a pancake feed, Sunday, March 9, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Orchard United Methodist Church. Pancakes, sausage and a beverage will be served for a freewill donation....
Great Plains State Bank will celebrate its new location in downtown O’Neill, 620 East Douglas Street, with a grand opening on Friday, March 14 from 12 to 2p.m. A ribbon cutting with the O’Neill Chamber of Commerce will commence at 1 p.m. The new branch, built by Single Source, hosts a spacious bank lobby, conference room, two drive-up lanes and a 24-hour drive-up ATM. Great Plains State Bank opened the new branch on Monday, Feb. 24 in the heart of downtown O’Neil,l making this location more “convenient and accessible.” According to chief exe...
When the new Trump administration directed a temporary freeze on federal grants and loans last month, Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen's office offered a calm public-facing reaction. But emails and text messages show that many Nebraska state agencies - like organizations across the U.S. - were simmering with questions and concern. The federal directive had thrown into question if and when governments and organizations would get billions they use for everything from housing programs to highway constructi...
Nebraska Extension Antelope County is participating in the Nebraska Cancer Coalition's annual #DressInBlueNE campaign to raise awareness of colorectal cancer and the importance of lifesaving screening. This statewide effort coincides with Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month in March and culminates in Dress in Blue Day on Friday, March 7. Colorectal cancer remains the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in Nebraska, with incidence and mortality rates in the state exceeding national...
Entrepreneurs interested in starting or improving their child care businesses are invited to attend a free conference presented in Spanish. “Growing Together: Spanish Child Care Educators Conference” is scheduled for Saturday, April 5, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., at Central Community College in Grand Island. English interpretation is available upon request. “This year's conference has been carefully curated to provide valuable insights and resources for early child care professionals,” said Brissa Borjas Esparza, senior business develop...
A 27-year-old Norfolk resident facing charges associated with three counts of delivery of marijuana, a Class IIA felony, will wait until March for arraignment. Arnulfo Adame-Salas appeared before the Honorable James Kube, Feb. 26, in Antelope County District Court. His court-appointed attorney, Patrick Carney, advised Kube he had filed a motion for absolute discharge and requested the arraignment be stopped until Kube ruled on the motion. Antelope County Attorney Joe Smith requested a hearing...
Laughter and conversation echoed through the hallway Monday as guests gathered at the new Orchard Senior Center. Located in the northeast corner of the Orchard Community Center, the center offers a place for the young at heart to connect. On Feb. 24, food provided another reason to gather, with village and community center committee members serving chicken noodle and ham and potato soups to visitors checking out the new space. Orchard Village Chairman Stephanie Cleveland said plans for a senior...
All U.S. and state flags will be flown at half-staff on Thursday, Feb. 27, for the funeral of Nebraska State Patrol Trooper Kyle McAcy. McAcy was killed in the line of duty on Feb. 17 while responding to the scene of a crash on I-80....
A public hearing for Holt County's one- and six-year road improvement plan will be held this Friday at the Holt County Courthouse in O'Neill. The hearing, originally scheduled for Feb. 18, will start at 11:30 a.m. It was postponed due to weather conditions. In addition to the hearing, Holt County Supervisors will hear an update about the Summit Carbon Solutions pipeline, listen to concerns about Chance Road from two residents, review and/or approve a skid steer lease through NMC, hold bid...
Clearwater Sons of the American Legion will host its annual Ash Wednesday fish fry, at the American Legion, on March 5. Serving will begin at 5 and continue until 7:30 p.m. A freewill donation will be accepted....
How do you celebrate your 100th birthday? On Feb. 22, Clearwater American Legion Auxiliary members honor Caroline Jaeke for 50 years of continuous membership. Following the presentation, Jaeke celebrated her birthday with friends and family during a surprise open house at the Clearwater American Legion....
The Honorable Donna Taylor presided over three cases involving assaults in the Feb. 19 session of Antelope County Court. Michelle R. Zelms, 37, of Norfolk, appeared for arraignment on one count of assault-cause bodily injury, a Class I misdemeanor, related to a Feb. 14 incident which occurred at rural Ewing in Antelope County. Zelms requested a public defender. Taylor adjudged her indigent and appointed Antelope County Attorney Patrick Carney. According to the probable cause affidavit, Zelms and...
A rare event will be visible in this Friday's sky. All seven other planets in the solar system will appear at the same time. Saturn, Mercury, Neptune, Venus, Uranus, Jupiter and Mars will line up in a row, forming what is called the great planetary alignment. The planet parade brings the planets hundreds of thousands of times nearer to Earth. Skygazers will be able to see planets move position, while stars will remain stationary. Opportune viewing time will be around 5:10 p.m., Central Time....
Controlled burns to remove tree and brush piles will end as the snow melts. Prescribed burns then will begin this spring on some Nebraska Game and Parks Commission wildlife management areas, state parks and state recreation areas where weather allows. Burning allows habitat managers to positively affect more acres. Those burns not completed this spring will be attempted this summer, fall or winter as weather allows. Burned acres often become more attractive to wildlife species, and for some...
Judge Kale Burdick presided over a handful of preliminary hearings during a Feb. 11 session of Holt County Court. Jerry D. Beall, 22, of O'Neill appeared for a pretrial hearing on multiple charges. Kelly informed Burdick a plea agreement had been reached. Per the agreement, Beall withdrew the previously entered pleas of not guilty and entered no contest pleas to three counts of contribute to the delinquency of a child, Class I misdemeanors. Burdick found Beall guilty on all three charges and...
Experience the sharp-tailed grouse mating dance from a viewing blind at Niobrara State Park. Reserve the free viewing blinds between March 7 and April 20. The large blind holds up to eight guests. A small, pop-up blind that can hold up to two people, also will be available for photographers with larger equipment. Both blinds are first-come, first-serve. Reserve a spot by calling the park office at 402-857-3373. Discounted overnight stays at Niobrara SP also are available. Make an early arrival...
Antelope County Judge Donna Taylor presided over a variety of cases during a Feb. 19 court session at the Antelope County Courthouse in Neligh. A plea deal was reached in a case involving a 53-year-old Albion man charged one felony count of issuing a bad check. Antelope County Attorney Joe Smith told the court the defendant agreed to plead guilty to an amended complaint and pay restitution immediately. Dennis Leitschuck entered a guilty plea to one count of issuing a bad check - $0 to $500, a...
Several cases were heard in Holt County Court, Feb. 11 and 18. Judge Kale Burdick presided. Ray A. Bahm, 57, of Chambers, appeared for arraignment on one count of obstruction of a peace officer, a Class I misdemeanor; one count of dv assault - 3rd/threat/menacing manner, a Class I misdemeanor; and one count of resist arrest-1st offense, a Class I misdemeanor. Burdick outlined possible charges and penalties, and advised that a conviction for a misdemeanor crime involved domestic violence may proh...
Three cases involving alcohol-related cases were heard in Antelope County Court on Feb. 19. Dallus L. Christiansen, 27, of Neligh, appeared for a hearing on one count of driving under the influence-.15+ or refusal (1prior conviction), a misdemeanor; and one county of speeding 11-15 mph county/state, an infraction. Christiansen told the court he had completed an alcohol/drug evaluation but a copy was not given to the court. Antelope County Judge Donna Taylor continued the case for sentencing on M...
Cornerstone Bank is thrilled to announce the 2025 Travel Club lineup, offering well-planned travel opportunities for our communities and customers across Nebraska. Open to all ages, this program is perfect for those who love to explore new destinations without the hassle of planning. "We've partnered with Gannon Travel Associates of Grand Island to provide expertly curated trips, ensuring a seamless and memorable experience," said Mandy Hengelfelt, Vice President of Marketing & Business Developm...
Wednesday, March 5 • Summerland Public School will have a 10 a.m. start on Wednesday, March 5. No morning preschool. All preschoolers will attend in the afternoon. Buses will run accordingly. No before-school activities. • Speedee Mart in Clearwater open at 5:30 a.m. or 8 a.m. on Wednesday, depending on weather. Tuesday, March 4 • Speedee Mart in Clearwater will close at 8 p.m., if not earlier. Will reopen at 5:30 a.m. or 8 a.m. on Wednesday, depending on weather. • Old School Thrift Store in Orchard will be closed Tuesday. Hope to be open on...
A Wednesday evening accident on the east edge of Neligh resulted in the death of Steven Binkerd, a Holt County sheriff's deputy. Binkerd's 2012 GMC Sierra pickup slid off the highway around 10:15, Feb. 12, a half-mile east of Neligh, according to the Antelope County Sheriff's Office. The initial investigation showed Binkerd, 41, was driving west on the highway when he drifted slightly onto the shoulder. He tried to drive back into the roadway but overcorrected, losing control of the pickup. The...
Participants in Saturday's O-Town Open should plan on having a "hole lotta fun." Sponsored by the Orchard Community Club, the fourth annual event will feature several holes of putt putt competition. Registration will be held at the Orchard Community Center, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., with a rules meeting scheduled for 6:30. Golfing will begin after the meeting. Each team will consist of four individuals. Participants must be 21 years old. Participating businesses include H & T Seed, Lazy-T Tire &...
Matthew A. Headley and Michael L. Long, both of Norfolk, have submitted applications for appointment as district court judge in the Seventh Judicial District, which consists of Antelope, Cuming, Knox, Madison, Pierce, Stanton and Wayne counties. The vacancy is due to Judge Mark A. Johnson’s retirement. The public hearing of the Judicial Nominating Commission will be held at the Madison County Courthouse, Courtroom #1, 1313 N Main Street, Madison, beginning at 10 a.m., on Friday, March 14. The commission will interview all applicants for the o...
Greg Sharpe, the voice of Husker Radio, died Friday, from pancreatic cancer, at age 61. The recent 2024 Nebraska Sportscaster of the Year recipient wass diagnosed with cancer in 2024. Sharpe provided play-by-play action for Husker football since November 2007, when he finished the final three games of the season and permanently took over in 2008. He also led the Nebraska baseball broadcast team since 2008. Sharpe is survived by his wife, Amy, and daughters Emily, Campbell and Taylor. Dr....
