Stories from Friday, June 23, 2023

McCOOK, Neb. – A bicycle safety check is set for noon to 2 p.m. Sunday at Walmart, with an obstacle course set up in the garden center. An incorrect day was published in the Gazette. Proceeds will to the Childrens Miracle Network and help fund a replacement ambulance for Children Hospital...

NORTH PLATTE, Neb. — “Smallballz” out of TJ’s Family Fun Center in McCook will advance to the American Poolplayers Association (APA) 8-Ball World Pool Championship in Las Vegas after winning one of three Vegas spots available at the Western Nebraska APA 8-Ball World Qualifier held at Eagles Club...

The 2024 primary season is beginning to take form, and what we know so far is that the Democrats plan to hold their convention in Chicago, and there is a Kennedy seeking the nomination. Why does that seem familiar? What could possibly go wrong? So far, legal battles have framed much of the current race on both sides of the aisle, and while those legal punches do little to change the minds of the party faithful, prosecutions of presidents and family members are just dramatic enough to reach voters who are otherwise politically disengaged. ...

David Bruce Creger LINCOLN, Neb. - David Bruce Creger, formerly of Curtis, peacefully passed away June 9, 2023, at the of 93, while residing at The Woodlands in Lincoln. Memorial service will be 2 p.m. on Saturday, August 19, at Odean Colonial Chapel in North Platte. ...

Alice Wulf CAMBRIDGE, Neb. - Alice Wulf age 80,of Cambridge passed away at the Beaver City Manor on June 22, 2023. Services are pending. Friends may leave on line condolences at lockenhour.com. Lockenour Jones Mortuary of Cambridge entrusted with arrangements...

Mark A. Smith Sep. 8, 1958 - June 19, 2023 KEARNEY, Neb. - Mark A. Smith, 64, of Kearney died June 19, 2023 at his home. Mark was born Sep. 8, 1958 in Pueblo, Colo. to James and Della “Joan” (Gentry) Smith. He grew up in McCook and graduated from McCook High School in 1976 and then attended two years at McCook Community College...

80th birthday McCOOK, Neb. - The semi-retired brand man, Robert (Bob) Harvey is celebrating his 80th birthday Saturday, July 1st. Sharon, Dale (Shelley), Linda, Shawn, grandchildren and great-grandchildren would appreciate cards sent to him at: 1518 East Fairacres Drive...

90th birthday McCOOK, Neb. - Raymond Kelley of McCook and formerly of Danbury, Neb. will turn 90 years old on July 1. Raymond was born on July 1, 1933. Ramond’s family includes his children: Kenneth and Carol Kelley of Danbury; Jeanne and John Paulsen of Arapahoe; and Bruce and Dianne Kelley of Danbury. He has eight grandchildren, five great-grandchildren...

90th birthday STRATTON, Neb. - A 90th birthday celebration for Batie Kadlecek is being planned for July 1 at the Stratton Grandview Senior Center. Batie was born in Chadron, Neb. on July 1, 1933. Her family includes: Carrok Kadlecek; Chuck and Rhonda (Wissink) Kadlecek; Cynthia Kadlecek; Connie and Mike (Beall) Kadlecek; Craig and Claire (Mortley) Kadlecek; and Chandra (Kadlecek ) Golder. Batie has nine grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren...

90th birthday McCOOK, Neb. - The children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren of Erma (Fritz) Hinz of McCook are requesting a card shower in honor of her 90th birthday on Mon., July 3, 2023. She was born in Bartley, Neb. on July 3, 1933. Erma’s children include Lynda Ruppert (Larry); Gary Hinz (Barb); Connie Gildersleeve (Phil); Vickie Polk (James); and Lisa Hinz (Eric)...

McCOOK, Neb. — The Fifth Annual Southwest Nebraska Freedom Festival is set for 6-10:30 p.m. Monday, July 3, at the Red Willow County Fairgrounds. Organized by the McCook Christian Church with the help of numerous sponsors, the family-friendly event includes music, food trucks, a zip line and a professional fireworks show...

McCOOK, Neb. — A year of radio silence has finally been broken on 1360 AM and 98.3 FM radio in the McCook area. On May 24th, MyBridge Radio, a prominent Christian radio network, officially went live to deliver a breath of fresh air to the community...

McCOOK, Neb. - “Hot Summer Nights,” the annual summer concert series hosted by MNB Bank, is making its return Thursday, July 13th. Though the event is regularly held in Norris Park, July’s concert will take place in Norris Alley downtown. The entertainment for the night, which is completely free to the public, will feature the band, “Just the Two of Us”. The group is set to perform starting at 6:30 p.m...

U-Save Pharmacy employees get into the Crazy Days spirit as part of the chamber of commerce promotion this weekend. They are, from left, Dan Olson, Maria Heapy, ReeAnn Heapy and Melinda Zuck. The fun continues Saturday with Cruisin’ the Bricks car show and cruise night Saturday...

McCOOK, Neb. — In a community-oriented city like McCook, many individuals are eager to find meaningful ways to give back. However, these citizens find themselves asking the question, “What can I do to help?” far too often. Many organizations in the community are in significant need of volunteers, and for those looking to make a positive impact, those volunteer opportunities will be highlighted in the column below...

Brigham Larington took his turn on the board and the grill to help celebrate “Go Skateboarding Day” on Wednesday, the longest day of the year. Participants turned out on skateboards, scooters and bikes to celebrate the event at McCook’s Kelley Park skatepark...

McCOOK, Neb. — McCook’s youngest Rebels fastpitch softball team recently reached 12 straight wins while roaring through last weekend. The Rebels ripped through seven contests on Saturday and Sunday with none closer than five runs. Coaches Dan Hartwell, Drew Wilson and Lena Koebel has directed this team to a 20-6 overall record this season...

McCOOK, Neb. — Both the McCook High boys and girls teams are selling peaches from Palisade, Colo., known as Palisade peaches hese next few weeks. Coach Matt Wiemers provided more information “We are taking orders through July 13. We are taking orders on our McCook Tennis Facebook page or people can contact myself if they wish to place an order at 340-2802...

McCOOK, Neb. — Greg Larson has earned praise from McCook legendary peach of a tennis coach Matt Wiemers for helping to build that state champion tennis program. “When I started this job (many many many moons ago), Greg was one of the first to call and say ‘what I can do to help’,” Wiemers recalled...

McCOOK, Neb. — The future of the Household Hazardous Waste program and whether the county can make contributions to a nonprofit organization are two of the items on the agenda for the Red Willow County Commissioners on Monday. At previous meetings, questions were raised over whether the household hazardous waste program was an appropriate role for the county; and questions have been raised in other counties regarding donations to nonprofits that do not have formal contracts to provide services to those counties.. ...

GRAND ISLAND, Neb. — Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol SWAT Team took one person into custody after a standoff in Minden Thursday evening. At approximately 8:20 p.m., the NSP SWAT Team was activated to assist in an ongoing incident in Minden. The Minden Police Department had responded to a report that a woman had brandished a firearm during a visit from a counselor and had made threatening statements directed at the Kearney County Courthouse...

McCOOK, Neb. — “What a whirlwind of an evening” is how McCook Mini Speedway officials decribed their first Go-Kart races in 2023 recently. Here are the Heat/Feature winners in each division from this big season-opening event east of the Faigrounds. OOB Kids...

OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Jay Johnson has coached in the College World Series finals before, and he’s won his share of big games. To him, nothing compared with Thursday night. “That is one of the greatest moments in my entire life, what happened on the field tonight,” LSU’s second-year coach said after his team’s 2-0, 11-inning victory over No. 1 national seed Wake Forest clinched a spot in the CWS finals...

The scores from McCook YMCA Adult Co-Ed Softball League action Thursday evening where K-C Motor Electric ruled going into Car Show festivities this weekend.. K-C Motor Electric 13, Cookies and Cream 3 Samway Floor Covering and Furniture 11, Webb Auto Body 7...