Stories from Tuesday, July 23, 2024

McCOOK, Neb. — County officials turned down the majority of property tax protests Monday before continuing the challenging task of deciding how to allocate those property tax dollars. During a board of equalization meeting, commissioners approved several tax roll corrections. ...

Melvin G. Randel April 12, 1947 - July 17, 2024 AXTELL, Neb. - Melvin G. Randel, 77, of Axtell, passed away on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at CHI Health - Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney. A celebration of life open house will be held from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. ...

Donald Wayne Daub III Aug. 19, 1980 - Oct. 17, 2023 KANORADO, Kan. - Longtime Kanorado, Kan. resident, Donald Wayne Daub III, 43, passed away on Tuesday, Oct. 17, 2023 at his home in Kanorado. Don was born Aug. 19, 1980 in Boulder, Colo. to Donald Wayne and Carolyn Sue (Kleibieker) Daub Jr. He was one of three children. He lived in McCook, Neb. where he attended school. He later met and married Delores Sportsman on Feb. 29, 2020. They had two children; Adonica Daub and Donald Daub IV...

McCOOK, Neb. - With an eye for the unconventional and a spirit driven by creativity, local artist Brigham Larington has entered the art scene. Through his photography and paintings, he captures moments of life’s raw beauty. Larington began his artistic journey nearly eight years ago during high school, when he delved into photography. In the past year, he has explored painting more seriously, seeking to express himself in new ways...

Rosetta Louise Natasha Evon Ruth Judd OMAHA, Neb. - Rosetta Louise Natasha Evon Ruth Judd passed away on June 20, 2024 at her home in Omaha. She was 31 years old. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Keith Judd (Edna Wallace) and Thomas Jensen (Betty Price) as well as numerous uncles...

Wayne Alben Cook Jan. 27, 1982 - July 18, 2024 McCOOK, Neb. - Wayne Alben Cook passed away on Thursday, July 18, 2024. Born on Jan. 27, 1982, in Oberlin, Kan., to Merlin A. and Vickie L. (Province) Cook, Wayne spent his early years on a farm south of McCook, where he developed a deep love for animals and participated in 4-H. Wayne attended McCook Public Schools and graduated in 2000, later earning an associate’s degree in construction from Mid-Plains Community College...

Recalling fun times, unexpected romance at the fair The big events are the demo derby, concerts, rodeo, and more. To each his own, but this old guy is more attracted to the events involving the youth of our community, particularly the 4-H events and those that involve animals. Possibly it goes back to my youth as a kid raised on a farm...

Norma Gayle Spickelmier Rogers July 14, 1955 - July 18, 2024 COUNCIL BLUFFS, Iowa. - Norma Gayle Spickelmier Rogers was born on July 14, 1955 to Harvey and June (Barger) Spickelmier at St. Catherine’s Hospital in McCook, Neb. She lived in McCook for most of her life, making many connections and raising her two children, Kevin and Lindsay. ...

Charlie B. Schluckebier PALISADE, Neb. - Mr. Charlie B. Schluckebier, age 78, of Palisade, Neb. passed away on July 21, 2024 at Chase County Hospital in Imperial, Neb. Memorials may be given in his name to be designated at a later date. Carpenter Breland Funeral Home, McCook, has been entrusted with the arrangements. Please visit our website at www.carpenterbreland.com to sign the online guestbook for the family...

Moore’s Greater Shows carnival crews were busy setting up this morning as the 2024 Red Willow County Fair gets ready to swing into full gear Wednesday. Highlights include a free Anthony and the Anamals concert 7 p.m. Wednesday, Demo derby 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Casey Donahew with opening act Borderline at 8 p.m. Friday, NSRA Rodeo 8 p.m. Saturday and Sunday and a free Sunday Fun-Day 1-5 p.m. See the full schedule and buy tickets here...

90th birthday The family of Ken Foster of McCook, Neb. is requesting a card shower to honor his 90th birthday. Ken was born on July 29, 1934 at Max, Neb. on the family farm. His family includes wife Marlene (Reiners) Foster; and children, Kristinia (Greg) Johnson; Deanna (Greg) Donohue; and Todd (Dawn) Foster. He has six grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren...

65th birthday The family of Ken Wahlmeier wants to wish him a very happy birthday. Ken was born on July 23, 1958. Happy 65th birthday Ken! Much Love, Your Family

McCOOK, Neb. — Gus Smith scored another four touchdowns and Reid Matthews added a 71-yard punctuation pick in the Raiders’ 31-6 MFL victory over the Ravens Monday evening. Smith’s four TDs are shown below. The Raiders have outscored their first two foes, 59-12...

McCOOK, Neb. — The Chiefs stopped a final four plays from their 10-yard line and Beau Bednar’s 10-yard run gave them a 6-0 MFL overtime victory over the Colts Monday evening. Bednar shook tackles while absorbing some tough hits throughout this seventh-eighth grade contest...