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Night on the Hill raises funds for Hillcrest Foundation
Night on the Hill raises funds for Hillcrest Foundation
Joy Farr
McCOOK, Neb. - Valentine's evening, the Hillcrest Nursing Home Foundation hosted a fundraising event at the City Auditorium, inviting local businesses to join them for a "Night on the Hill" complete with dinner, drinks, and dueling pianos. Fun Pianos--a professional traveling dueling pianos company known for "playing popular music to generate...
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    Sen Tom Vickers dies at 89
    McCOOK, Neb. - Nebraska State Senator Geno Thomas (Tom) Vickers passed away on February 20, 202,6 at McCook Community Hospital in McCook. He was 89 years old. Vickers served two terms in the Nebraska...
  • County board reviews tax exemptions, road work
    McCOOK, Neb. - The Red Willow County Board of Commissioners met Monday morning, Feb. 23, 2026, at the Red Willow County Courthouse, convening in regular session at 8:30 a.m. Chairman Gans called the...
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    McCook couple marks 50 years tracing roots
    McCOOK, Neb. - Thomas and Nancy Corey, McCook, have been married 50 years and one of the things they share an interest in is genealogy. These two aren’t just amateur “name collectors”. They are...
  • The “ick factor”
    There was an interesting article last week in The Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists titled “The ick factor won’t stop alt meat,” a review of a new book by cultivated-meat advocate Bruce Friedrich....
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  • Mayor Taylor not seeking reelection (2/19/26)
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  • When outsiders rewrite Nebraska law (2/19/26)
  • Council OKs growth plan (2/17/26)
  • Night on the Hill raises funds for Hillcrest Foundation (2/17/26)
  • McCook DAR celebrates heritage (2/13/26)
  • FFA labor auction raises funds, community spirit (2/13/26)
  • Good stewardship takes effort but reaps many rewards (2/12/26)
  • MHS student recognized by National Society (2/12/26)
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    James Jenkins (2/24/26)
    James Gorman Jenkins, born on April 17, 1944, in Bangor, Maine, to Roy and Estelle (Betts) Jenkins leaves behind a legacy of cherished memories. He graduated from high school in Bangor, where he laid...
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    Dean Cook (2/24/26)
    Dean Leroy Cook, 61, of Brighton, Colorado, passed away at his home on February 20, 2026. Dean was born on April 20, 1964 in Stratton, Nebraska to John and Janice (Daniel) Cook. After graduating from...
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    Gordon Gessleman (2/24/26)
    Gordon George Gessleman passed away at his home in Culbertson, NE, at the age of 86, on February 20, 2026. Gordon was born on October 24, 1939, to parents Charles and Elsie (Worley) Gessleman in...
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  • Jean Lacey's 90th birthday (2/3/26)
    MCCOOK, Neb. — Jean Lacey of McCook will celebrate her 90th birthday Sunday, Feb. 8, 2026. Her sons, Bill (wife Linda) and Tom (wife Susan) are requesting a card shower to bless and honor her. Cards...
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    Barbara Lyons 90th birthday (2/3/26)
    MCCOOK, Neb. — Barbara Lyons of McCook will celebrate her birthday on Feb. 5. She was born Feb. 5, 1936. Family and friends extend their best wishes in honor of the occasion. Cards of congratulations...
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    Geno "Tom" Vickers (2/24/26)
    Geno Thomas (Tom) Vickers passed away on February 20, 2026 at McCook Community Hospital in McCook, NE. Tom was born in Gothenburg on March 7, 1936 to George and Sylvia Vickers, and moved to the...
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    Marie Almquist (2/20/26)
    THORNTON Colo. — Marie E. (Junker) Almquist, 87, of Thornton, Colorado, passed away peacefully on February 15, 2026. Born on October 30, 1938, Marie was known for her quiet strength, gentle...
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    Kaisen Francis (2/19/26)
    Infant Kaisen Lee Francis passed away on Saturday, February 14, 2026 at the Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney, NE. Kaisen was born on Valentine’s Day, to parents Max and Julie Francis of...
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  • Editorial: Choosing our voice in Congress (2/24/26)1
    I note that a dynamic young lady from North Platte, Macey Budke, has submitted her name as a candidate to represent us, Third District, in the U.S. House of Representatives. She has filed as an...
  • Editorial: Growing up with space (2/20/26)
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    It is understandable that media interest was piqued in January, when NASA carried out what it described as the first medical evacuation from the International Space Station. A U.S. astronaut aboard...
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LIFEGUARDS- City of McCook is accepting applications for the 2026 season. Lifeguards must be at least 15 years old and hold a current First Aid Certificate; current CPR Certificate; and current Lifeguard Certificate. Applications will be accepted at the McCook City Office, 505 West C Street, McCook, NE or at apply@cityofmccook.com. EOE/AAE. All positions of employment with the City of McCook are subject to a Veterans' Preference and a pre-employment drug screening. ATTENTION APPLICANTS UNDER...
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POOL MANAGERS -ASSISTANT POOL MANAGERS - the City of McCook is accepting applications for the 2026 season. Applicants must be at least 19 years old and hold a current, or able to obtain by the start of the season, Pool Manager and Operator Certificate - classes are held through the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services. Call 402-471-0903 to preregister now. A current First Aid Certificate; current CPR Certificate; and a current Lifeguard Training Certificate are desirable. Wage...
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SEASONAL LABORERS - PUBLIC WORKS and UTILITIES DEPARTMENTS The City of McCook is now accepting applications until all positions are filled for Seasonal Laborers for the Public Works Department. Job duties include mowing, watering, maintenance, and other duties as required. Applicants must be at least 18 years old. Applications will be accepted at the McCook City Office, 505 West C, McCook, NE or via email at apply@cityofmccook.com. Positions open until filled. EOE/AAE. All positions of...
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