Stories from Tuesday, November 17, 2020

DeWITT, Neb. — Burwell’s bigger than Lincoln as far as the happy and still hungry Tigers from Dundy County-Stratton are concerned. “We’re going back to Burwell? Game of the century, boys!” senior Serbando Diaz proclaimed while leaving the 42-24 state semifinal win over once-unbeaten Tri-County Friday night...

Albert Cuellar Feb. 22, 1938 - Nov. 13, 2020 McCOOK, Neb. — Albert Cuellar, 82, a longtime resident of McCook, passed away Nov. 13, 2020, at Kearney Regional Medical Center in Kearney, Neb. He was born Feb. 22, 1938, to Macedonio and Tranquilina (Luevano) Cuellar in McCook. ...

Anthony Wayne Heble Sept. 2, 1937 - Nov. 11, 2020 ATWOOD, Kan. — Anthony Wayne Heble was born the youngest child of Rudolph and Rose (Micek) Heble on Sept. 2, 1937, at the family farm northwest of Atwood, Kan.; where he also departed this life on Nov. 11, 2020, at the age of 83 years, two months and nine days...

Marilyn Lutz Aug. 23, 1936 - Nov. 14, 2020 BENKELMAN, Neb. — Marilyn Louise Lutz was born on Aug. 23, 1936, in Benkelman, to Dr. G. Albert and Marguerite Morehouse. Marilyn grew up and attended school in Benkelman, graduating from Benkelman High School in 1954...

Janice DeWester July 17, 1944 - Nov. 14, 2020 WAUNETA, Neb. — Janice Louise DeWester was born July 17, 1944, in Benkelman, Neb., to Everett and Louise (Hardwick) Stamm and departed this life on Nov. 14, 2020, from her home in Wauneta at the age of 76...

McCOOK, Neb. — After years of being vilified, hemp is making a comeback. And it’s possibilities are endless, said Justin Harris, who with his wife, Kaylynn, owns Wild Ass Hemp Farm in McCook. CBD, short for cannabidiol, is exploding in popularity. The non-intoxicating extract from hemp is being used for pain and anxiety relief, along with sleeplessness, epileptic seizures and other uses. ...

McCOOK, Neb. — A McCook citizen and former city councilman urged the McCook City Council Monday night to take more action in light of the surging cases of COVID-19. The COVID-19 Community Risk Dial from the Southwest Nebraska Public Health Department was moved to red on Monday, meaning residents of Southwest Nebraska are at severe risk of contracting COVID-19. ...

As I write my column on Monday this old grandpa is babysitting. Actually “baby” is sort of a misnomer as the grandson is a strapping fourteen years of age. The rest of our extended family is scattered to the four winds and my office is in the home — well why not? The young man has a slight fever, doesn’t feel well and sleeps a lot so double tasking is no problem. ...

Stepping back after founding the Adopt-a-Chaplain project 15 years ago, Ann Trail and her husband, Dick, stayed involved now that the project has been taken over by Linda Nielsen and Jane Schuster, joining a number of other volunteers at Peace Lutheran Church to pack this year’s shipment. Last Friday, 25 boxes of snacks and personal items were prepared for shipment to Korea, and Thursday, 25 boxes were packed for a chaplain in Iraq...

McCOOK, Neb. — McCook Community College along with Indians volleyball coach Hayley Kobza hosted a volleyball showcase for Region IX sophomores with aspirations to continue their career at a four year college. Despite some schools unable to participate, Saturday’s showcase still hosted 33 collegiate athletes...

McCOOK, Neb. — The McCook Unified bowlers beat Kearney in a recent dual and took second during last weekend’s Grand Island Northwest Invitational. Coach Lynn Kinne provided all these details” Monday, Nov. 9 Win at Kearney McCook won the dual by a score of 1983 to 1826...

DEWITT, Neb. —All the Dundy County-Stratton leaders during their 42-24 win over previously unbeaten Tri-County in Friday’s Class D-1 state semifinals. TEAM STATS Rushing yards: DC-S 340, Tri-County 198. Passing: DC-S 130, Tri-County 108. Total yards: DC-S 470, Tri-County 306...

CURTIS, Neb. - If you think you’re going to tell Jennifer McConville that it can’t be done, you’re going to be in for a surprise. When she decides something needs to be done, she doesn’t quit until it’s accomplished...

LINCOLN, Neb. – The Nebraska Department of Motor Vehicles is reminding customers that most of the services offered by the DMV can be safely done online as state DMV and county offices seek to de-densify and reduce in-person interactions. Dozens of services are available online, including common services such as renewing a driver’s license, state ID card and vehicle registration, ordering specialty plates, applying for handicap permits and more...

McCOOK, Neb. -- Charles Dickens’ heartwarming, holiday classic “A Christmas Carol” returns to virtual life in an online live streaming collaboration between McCook Community College Theatre and Southwest Nebraska Community Theatre Association. Performances are set for Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m. and a Sunday matinee at 2 p.m...