Stories from Tuesday, February 13, 2024

McCOOK, Neb. — Some home cookin’ and no bus travel definitely helped fire up the McCook Bison for Saturday’s B-1 district meet. Facing several Omaha or Lincoln foes, McCook qualified five into the Class B state championships while being all-so-close to making it seven of nine in this pressure-packed tournament...

The North Platte Community College women picked up a 56-38 win over McCook Community College Tuesday. MCC was unable to overcome a cold start offensively and turned the ball over 28 times. Tuesday’s win by North Platte moves the Knights into a first-place tie with MCC in the Nebraska Community College Athletic Conference. Both teams are 4-1 in the conference and both teams have one game remaining against Southeast Community College, 0-3 in the conference and 6-22 overall...

NORTH PLATTE – The North Platte Community College men scored a 79-65 win over McCook Community College Tuesday. “Fouls and free throws were the story of the game,” said MCC Coach Jacob Brandl. “We just made too many unforced mistakes tonight to win this game.”...

Hallelujah, it was done. My 86-year-old lenses clouded with cataracts were removed and replaced with new plastic ones this past week. Evidently I slept through the process while the capable eye surgeon made the intricate incisions and slipped the old lens out because I never felt a bit of pain before or after. And yes my vision was a bit cloudy for a couple of days but is better now with the promise of continuing to improve. Grannie prods me to wear my sunglasses and be careful!...

McCOOK Neb. - McCook Public School students consistently exceed state averages in all testing areas, Superintendent Grant Norgaard said as part of his annual report at the school board meeting Monday. “Let’s not forget, Nebraska is one of the highest-performing states in the nation,” he added...

HAIGLER, Neb. — The Village of Haigler, rocked by several recent house fires, is undergoing a transformation as efforts to clean up burned-out properties gain momentum. These blazes left a negative impression on residents, commuters along Highway 34, and visitors attending local events. However, the task of revitalizing private properties is no small feat and demands coordination among various stakeholders and substantial financial resources...

Naomi Ruth (Dettmer) Leising BLUE HILL, Neb. - Naomi Ruth (Dettmer) Leising, age 91, of Blue Hill, Nebraska, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Saturday, Feb. 10, 2024. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, Feb. 15, 2024 at 10:30 a.m. ...

McCOOK, Neb. — Community Hospital Health Foundation is excited to announce the acquisition of state-of-the-art baby bassinets, the Halo BassiNest, designed to revolutionize the newborn care experience at our Community Hospital. The introduction of Halo BassiNests is part of Community Hospital’s ongoing commitment to providing the highest standard of care for newborns and their families. ...

40th anniversary INDIANOLA, Neb. - The children of Tim and Kathy Lord are hosting a card shower for their 40th wedding anniversary. They were united in marriage at St. Catherine’s Church in Indianola, Neb. on Feb. 19, 1984. Cards of Congratulations can be sent to:...

McCOOK, Neb. — McCook’s move from Friday to Saturday showed why these Bison boys are still focused on being a potential post-season threat. The Bison (8-12 record) took a tough 67-49 loss against Gering Friday even though sophomore Bryson Gullion made six threee-pointers in 11 attempts...

McCOOK, Neb. — Kori Rippen’s 18 rebounds and 15 rebounds didn’t mean she forgot to look for that one crucial assist Friday night. “I know Jaylea (Walgren) is good at running backdoor plays in practice,” the senior 6’ post explained. Sophomore Jaylea Walgren wasn’t worried about some earlier tough breaks against the rough-and-tough Gering Bulldogs...

BROKEN BOW, Neb. — Unbeaten senior Jaret Peterson (44-0) will lead five Chase County wrestlers into the Class C state wrestling meet at Omaha this week. Peterson won the C-4 district title at 215 pounds when he beat finals foe Cal Wells from Broken Bow (43-3), 3-1...

LINCOLN, Neb. — Over the Super Bowl weekend, the Nebraska State Patrol conducted a special enforcement campaign resulting in the arrest of 18 impaired drivers, with various citations issued for offenses such as speeding, driving under suspension, and minor in possession of alcohol. Additionally, troopers provided assistance to motorists 63 times...