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Nebraska Public Power District identified four locations for a potential nuclear plant. So far, plans haven't sparked the backlash generated by previous wind and solar projects. This story is made possible through a partnership between Flatwater Free Press and Grist, a nonprofit environmental media organization. Applause echoed through the halls of the Gage County courthouse. The county board had just approved new, more stringent wind energy regulations, and the overflow crowd of residents...
A Norfolk woman facing a charge of possession of a controlled substance will learn more about her fate during a June 10 pretrial hearing scheduled in Madison County. Denise Blevins, 64, will appear for pretrial and pretrial motions related to the Class IV felony. She was unable to appear in Antelope County District Court on May 27 due to health issues, according to her attorney Douglas Stratton. The Honorable Michael L. Long continued bond at $1,500/personal recognizance, with all previously-ordered conditions in effect. ••• Ivy J. Romo, of Sio...
A 22-year-old Neligh man entered not guilty pleas to two separate charges on May 27 in Antelope County District Court. Sean T. Hammock appeared for arraignment. He faces one count of assault by strangulation or suffocation, a Class IIIA felony; and one count of domestic violence assault - 3rd/cause bodily injury, a Class I misdemeanor. Hammock is alleged to have had a physical altercation with a 21-year-old woman at his Neligh residence. Hammock told Neligh Police Officer Aubrey Miller that the woman had “come to him and he told her to get o...
A couple known for their generosity as business owners in the Ewing community are the newest members of the village's Hall of Fame. Family of the late Ralph and Hazel Munn accepted the award from village chairman, Jeremy Tuttle, on Sunday at the Ewing FunFest parade. Ralph grew up about 100 miles southwest of Chicago in Streater, Illinois. His siblings included Bernadine, William, Eileen, Verle, and Jack. William Senior and Lucy Anne were his parents. Following high school, he moved to...
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,...
Plans are in motion for city-wide garage sales in Ewing on Saturday, June 13 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Anyone interested in participating should contact Pat Anson, 402-926-999, by June 1. Submit a list of items by June 6 for a listing on the radio and maps available at Ewing businesses....
A 42-year-old Martinsburg, Nebraska, man arrived in Orchard, May 15, and ventured east the following day, part of a 432-mile walk across the state. He is a graduate of Ponca High School. Decked in his military uniform, Bo Ketelsen began his ruck - walking with a weighted backpack - to raise awareness about the increase in suicides and mental health, especially among veterans. He started May 1 along the Wyoming-Nebraska border, walking along US Highway 20, also known as the Medal of Honor...
The open road has long connected Holt County’s communities, carrying generations of families, stories and traditions across the Highway 20-275 corridor. On Saturday, June 6, residents will have the chance to travel those same roads while taking a closer look at the places and people who helped shape the county’s past. As part of Holt County’s 150th birthday celebration, the Holt County Historical Society will host a Historical Caravan Tour, a daylong journey through five communities that highl...
Ella Ricker was sitting in her elementary school orchestra class when she first considered a career in teaching. Her orchestra teachers at Lincoln Public Schools made learning to play music so fun, she wanted to share that joy with others. As a teacher, Ricker said, seeing her students excited to play their instruments and perform in school concerts was her favorite part of the job. But it was also only one part of a growing list of responsibilities in a profession in which she said a good work-life balance had become unattainable. So, after...
Area youths are invited to learn about dinosaurs and partake in hands-on activities during the Clearwater Public Library’s summer reading program. Events are scheduled for ever Wednesday during June, from 1 to 3 p.m., at the library, at 626 Main Street. All ages are welcome and no sign-up is necessary. On June 3, participants will learn about habitats. After collecting resources outside, each youngster will create a realistic dinosaur habitat that will be on display throughout the summer. The June 10 get-together will focus on fossils. P...
For more decades than most remember, Ewing Summer Funfest has served as the unofficial starting line to summer in Holt County, a weekend where golf carts roll before breakfast and nearly every corner of town hums with activity. This year's celebration, set for May 22-24, once again blends old traditions with new attractions as families, alumni, visitors and longtime residents gather for a community event that has become stitched into the fabric of Ewing summers. Sponsored by the Ewing Young...
Voter turnout in last Tuesday's primary election exceeded the statewide average of 27%, according to data from the Nebraska Secretary of State's office. In Antelope County, 1,808 of the county's 4,329 registered voters - or 42% - visited the polls. Approximately 35% of Holt County voters cast ballots. Polling data shows that 285 registered Republicans requested early voting ballots in Holt County, while 45 Democratic voters made the same request. That trend continued in Antelope County, as 92 re...
SUBMITTED ARTICLE Ryan Gallaher, physical therapist/certified athletic trainer, is the 2026 Caring Kind Award Winner of Antelope Memorial Hospital. He was recognized for this award on Tuesday, May 12, during National Hospital Week. Each year, the Nebraska Hospital Association honors employees from hospitals across the state as "Caring Kind" employees. The honored employee must exemplify the spirit of someone who gives that something special to others. Ryan began providing physical therapy...
The Board of Directors of Cornerstone Bank announced the promotion of the following officer in Clearwater, at their recent meeting. Austin Rice was promoted to assistant vice president and assistant manager at Cornerstone Bank's Clearwater branch. Rice started his career with Cornerstone in 2024 as a loan officer after previously working as a loan officer at another institution. He grew up in Neligh and graduated from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, majoring in Agribusiness. Cornerstone...
A community blood drive will be held in Ewing, Wednesday, May 27, from 12 to 6 p.m. at the city hall. To schedule an appointment, contact Nancy Harpster at 402-340-0326, Kyle Jensen at 402-910-0681, or visit www.redcrossblood.org. The Blood Donor App may also be used. "Every two seconds, someone needs blood products," organizers said. Individuals who donate are reminded to bring a donor card or photo ID. "Eat breakfast or lunch and drink plenty of water prior to donating," organizers said....
On April 28, Antelope Memorial Hospital received the Most Improved Performance Award for 2025, as a member of the Accountable Care Organization coordinated by Bryan Health. The award was presented during the annual Bryan Health Connect Conference held at the Holthus Convention Center in York. An Accountable Care Organization in Nebraska is a group of doctors, hospitals and healthcare providers who voluntarily work together to provide high-quality, coordinated care to patients. These networks...
Antelope County Commissioners (ACC) held a rare Monday meeting on May 11th as Tuesday, May 12th, was Election Day. In the absence of Road Superintendent Leigh Kluthe, Road Foreman Duane “Buck” Jones reported to the ACC that seven road projects throughout the county were in the works. The Road Department will use the upcoming week to prepare cold and hot mix, with work to begin next week. County Clerk Lisa Payne reported to the commissioners that Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD) paid the $180 road permits to install underground fiber betwee...
The Summerland Board of Education will meet at 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 13, at Summerland Public School in Ewing, with a mix of routine business and several action items on facilities, staffing and operations on the agenda. The meeting will open with standard procedures, including recognition of the Nebraska Open Meetings Act, roll call and the Pledge of Allegiance, followed by approval of the agenda. A "Celebration of Excellence" segment is scheduled early in the meeting to highlight staff and...
Governor Jim Pillen announced his appointment of Danielle J. Fliam as county court judge in the Seventh Judicial District. That district includes Antelope, Cuming, Madison, Knox, Pierce, Stanton, and Wayne counties. Fliam's appointment is effective May 15. Currently, Fliam is an assistant U.S. attorney for the District of Nebraska in Lincoln, where she handles the prosecution of federal crimes including sex and human trafficking, weapons and narcotic violations, child exploitation and other...
The Antelope County Clerk's office recently conducted logic and accuracy testing for the 2026 Primary Election. The logic and accuracy testing is a process required before each statewide election. Per Nebraska Secretary of State Bob Enven, one test deck is prepared by the county clerk or election commissioner's office, another by a different political party than the clerk, and a third by the machine programmer. All three are run through every machine statewide during the month leading up to the...
A continuance was granted in Antelope County District Court for a 64-year-old woman charged with possession of a controlled substance, a Class IV felony. Denise A. Blevins, of Norfolk, was unable to attend the April 29 court session due to illness. Her attorney, Martin Klein of Neligh, requested a continuance. Antelope County Attorney Joe Smith did not object, and the Honorable Michael L. Long granted the motion. He ordered Blevins to appear May 27 for a pretrial hearing. A jury trial in the...
Page Farmers Market will open for the season Saturday, May 16. The weekly market will be held at the Page Village Park.The Saturday events will begin at 9:30 a.m. and continue until 12:30 p.m. According to organizers, the first market of each month will be held on Thursday evenings from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Scheduled dates include: May 16, 23, 30 (Saturdays); Thursday, June 4; June 13, 20, 27 (Saturdays); Thursday July 2; July 11, 18, 25 (Saturdays); Saturday Aug. 1; Thursday Aug. 6; August 15,...
Wayne State College will hold commencement ceremonies for graduate students Friday, May 8, in Rice Arena and for undergraduate students Saturday, May 9, in the college's historic Willow Bowl amphitheater. The graduate student ceremony will be at 6:30 p.m. and the undergraduate ceremony will be at 10:30 a.m. In case of inclement weather, the undergraduate ceremony will be held in Rice Arena. The ceremonies will be livestreamed at www.wsc.edu/watch-live. A total of 637 degrees will be conferred...
