Stories from Friday, December 23, 2022

McCOOK, Neb. — Several local pool players were recently recognized for winning the Summer Session of the American Poolplayers Association (APA) 8-Ball and 9-Ball Pool Leagues. The Sunday 8-Ball titles were claimed by “Second Sons” and “Smallballz” out of TJ’s Family Fun Center in McCook...

As we open our gifts on Christmas morning (or whenever your family opens gifts) we would do well to remember the many people who keep the world running on Christmas day. We’re probably already aware of firemen, police officers, 911 operators, and other emergency personnel, as we should be. Between drunk driving, over-eating, and faulty extension cords, those people stay busier during the holidays than one might expect...

McCOOK, Neb. – Shelby Anderson is proud of the 84-year history Northwestern Mutual has in McCook. It started with Ken McGooden in 1938, who was joined by Mitch Lyster in 1982. Anderson joined the business in 2017 and has taken the reins. Anderson is very excited about the future of Northwestern Mutual. ...

McCOOK, Neb. – Christmas just got a bit brighter for the families of Keith Shepherd and CeAnna Cole. Both lucky shoppers will receive over $300 in goodies and gift certificates from the McCook Chamber of Commerce as part of their Elf on the Shelf promotion throughout the holiday season...

Henry J. Moline McCOOK, Neb. — Henry J. Moline, 64, of McCook, died Friday (Dec. 23, 2022), at Community Hospital in McCook. Visitation is Wednesday, Dec. 28, 2022, 1 p.m., with services to follow at 2 p.m., at Carpenter Breland Funeral Home in McCook...

Michael Harlan Gohl Jan. 23, 1973 - Dec. 3, 2022 AURORA, Colo. — Michael Harlan Gohl was born on Jan. 23, 1973, in McCook, Neb. He passed away in Centennial, Colo., on Dec. 3, 2022. Mike’s life was never easy, but you wouldn’t know it by looking at him. ...

Wayne Anthony Rothmeyer Sept. 29, 1940 - Dec. 13, 2022 KIRKLAND, Wash. — Wayne Anthony Rothmeyer, 82, passed away on Dec. 13, 2022, in Kirkland, surrounded by his family. He was born on Sept. 29, 1940, to Alvin “Bud” Rothmeyer and Mary (Sughroue) Rothmeyer in Cedar Bluffs, Kan. ...

Salvation Army received a grant from First Interstate Bank for $2,500. From left, Traci Taylor and Pastor Clark Bates of the Salvation Army accepts a check from First Interstate Bank manager Karmon Coleman. A check was also received from the United Methodist Women’s Fellowship, which supports the Salvation Army all year long...

80th birthday The family of Jeannette Miller of Culbertson, Neb., is requesting a card shower in honor of her 80th birthday on Sunday, Jan. 8, 2023. Her family includes Kim and Jay Schilling of McCook, John and Karen MIller of Culbertson; and 5 grandsons and their families. Cards of congratulations will reach her at P.O. Box 397, Culbertson, NE 69024...

90th birthday The family of Norma Jean Berndt of Culbertson, Neb., is requesting a card shower in honor of her 90th birthday on Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022. She was born in Culbertson in 1932. Her family includes her late husband, Glenn Berndt, who passed away October of 2021; son, Russell and wife, Cindy of Alpharetta Ga.; grandchildren, Zachary of Woodstock, Ga.,  Morgan and husband, Bret Hereth of Woodstock, Ga.; and 3 great-granddaughters. ...

What was McCook like in 1884? Well about what you would expect from a 2 year old toddler, somewhat wayward, messy and yet intent on becoming a “grown-up” someday. Glowing reports of the growth of the little community didn’t always include some of the items taken from The Tribune on December 11, 1884, that I have included in this week’s article...

There’s no better time of year as CBS sports and Gazette scribbler A.R.B.C (Already Really Bloated with Chocolate) Headley spew out their remaining college football bowl predictions: FRIDAY Independence Bowl Houston vs. Louisiana-Lafayette (plus 6 1/2)...

WICHITA, Kan. — McCook’s Nathaniel Miller recently competed in a USTA tennis tournament in Wichita. The following are Nathaniel’s results where he earned a third place finish. Round of 16, defeated J. Judkins from Wichita, Kan. Quarters Defeated E. Lopez from Wichita...

CURTIS, Neb. — Tied 12-12 through one quarter, Medicine Valley couldn’t quite keep pace with the unbeaten Alma girls and lost 49-32 Tuesday evening. The Cardinals take 7-0 into their holiday break. Alma surged ahead 27-19 by halftime then outscored M.V. (3-5) 15-8 in that final period...

McCOOK, Neb. — On behalf of the YMCA Board of Directors and Staff we want to wish you a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! As we reflect on 2022 and head into 2023, we want to say thank you to our members for continuing to make the McCook YMCA a great community. You help transform the McCook YMCA from a gym into a family. Whether you have been a member for years or joined this month, we are glad to have you here!...