Stories from Friday, August 23, 2024

McCOOK, Neb. — One look at the mostly packed stands and red-clad fans lined around this opener said what a great night for McCook Bison softball. Then the game began and a collective “oh no, what a complete disaster!” broke out through this crowd...

STRATTON, Neb. - Loren and Pat Egle of Stratton, Neb. will celebrate their 65th wedding anniversary on Sept. 1, 2024. Please send cards of congratulations addressed to: 612 County Ave. Stratton, NE 69043

McCOOK Neb.- In a heartfelt ribbon-cutting ceremony held recently at McCook’s beloved Sehnerts Bakery, Andrew and Alix Ambriz, the dedicated owners, proudly announced an exciting transformation for the iconic establishment. After three years of nurturing the bakery’s legacy, they unveiled a name change and plans for two new locations, marking a significant step forward for this community hub...

BENKELMAN, Neb.. — Two Haigler residents wanted in connection with a drug bust last week in Haigler have been arrested. The Dundy County Sheriff’s Office announced that Louis Cox was taken into custody by the Wray, Colo., police department on Thursday and Diana Thomas was arrested by the Dundy County Sheriff’s Office this morning...

McCOOK Neb. - Those looking for a new position may have found it at the Job Fair hosted by the McCook Chamber of Commerce on Thursday, August 22, 2024. One notable differenc e in this Job Fair was that it took place in the evening. Representatives from several area companies were available to answer questions and take applications. Applications were also available for several other businesses that could not attend in person...

In a world where screens are almost always within arm’s reach, many would fear that the days of flipping through a book or newspaper pages are behind us. With the rapid advancement of technology, digital media has become the norm for many, from streaming videos and podcasts to e-books and online articles. Yet, there’s something undeniably special about physical reading materials that digital formats can’t quite replicate...

McCOOK, Neb. — Red Willow County Commissioners will meet with their accountant Monday as the time to finalize the annual county budget draws near. CPA Dan Miller is on the agenda for 9:30 a.m. Monday in the commissioners’ room on the third floor of the Red Willow County Courthouse...

LINCOLN, Neb. — The Nebraska Secretary of State’s Elections Division has certified two constitutional amendment petitions, Protect the Right to Abortion and Protect Women and Children, for the November 5 general election ballot. Both petitions have met signature requirements within the 40-day verification period, as mandated by Nebraska law...

LINCOLN, Neb. — Hitchcock County, Dundy County-Stratton and Arapahoe will all start the football season as Top 10-ranked teams based on this week’s Lincoln Journal-Star. Hitchcock County holds the Class D-2 No. 10 spot with many believing the Falcons will rebound from a 4-5 season last year...

McCOOK, Neb. — Following Saturday’s debut, the McCook Bison played their second scrimmage Thursday evening in their annual “Sport Drink” event at Weiland Field. Watch for comments from Bison coaches in an upcoming edition. They’ll entirely focus now on the season opener at Beatrice one week from tonight as McCook makes its return to Class B football after two seasons of playing in Class C-1...

McCOOK, Neb. — The YMCA of McCook leaders announce that registration is now open for the 2024 Fall 4V4 Adult Volleyball League. The deadline to register for this league is Friday, August 30. The registration fee is $50 per team. There is an additional $5 fee per non-member payable at time of registration. The roster maximum is two per team, with two subs allowed...

CHADRON, Neb. — The Southern Valley-Alma Saints edged Chadron, 9-8, to finish 1-1 in their softball varsity season openers Thursday afternoon. SV-Alma earlier lost an 8-6 contest to Bayard. The Saints play in Lexington on Saturday.

CAMBRIDGE, Neb. — Southwest golfers earned three Top 10 places with Abigail Sedlcack finishing fourth at Thursday’s season-opening event on Cross Creek Golf Course. The early challenge attracted golfers from Holdrege, Hi-Line andNorth Platte St. Pat’s besides host Cambridge...

GRAND ISLAND, Neb. — Nebraska State Patrol troopers arrested a man after a high-speed pursuit on Interstate 80 resulted in a crash and the discovery of over 15 pounds of methamphetamine and cocaine. The incident occurred Thursday evening when a trooper attempted to stop a Cadillac Escalade for speeding near Grand Island. ...