Stories from Tuesday, November 12, 2019

Cory F. Gould LEHIGHTON, Pa. — Cory F. Gould, 30, of Lehighton, formerly of Hastings, Neb., died suddenly Tuesday morning, Nov. 5, 2019, in his home. Born in Hastings, he was a son of Ronald S. Gould of Lehighton and Kristin L. (Nealeigh) Sprenkle of Palisade, Neb...

Doris McDonald STRATTON, Neb. — Doris McDonald, 94, of Stratton, died Sunday (Nov. 10, 2019), at Dundy County Hospital in Benkelman, Neb. Survivors include children, Jerry McDonald and wife, Brenda and Scot McDonald and wife, Peggy, all of Stratton and Nancy Fasano and husband, Terence Murphy of Littleton, Colo.; seven grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren...

McCOOK, Neb. — Lorie Prestes, manager of the McCook Humane Society animal shelter, has issued a response to a Facebook post by former Humane Society board member Karen Storrs, who listed a number of concerns about the shelter’s operations. A Gazette story, with a link to Storrs’ posting, can be viewed here...

McCOOK, Neb. — Ninety-four-year-old Navy veteran Keith Arterburn of McCook told students at McCook Senior High on Veterans Day, "It is great to serve our precious country and protect its Constitution." "Lots of people have died for the freedoms you now enjoy," said Arterburn, who served aboard the USS Bataan in the Pacific Ocean Theater during World War II. ...

McCOOK, Neb. — The McCook School District is looking to become more energy efficient. Members of the McCook School Board met Monday night and discussed what upgrades will be done and how to pay for it. McCook Schools business manager John Brazell presented the board with information about necessary upgrades, such as switching from fluorescent to LED lighting throughout the district and updating controls on the HVAC systems in the school buildings. ...

HAIGLER, Neb. — There are plenty of things to do and see in Haigler over the next couple of weeks, starting with the traditional Haigler Smoker Saturday evening at the American Legion, which marks the deer season opener. The following weekend is the sixth annual Haigler Gun and Craft Show, Nov. 23-24 at the Cornerstone Center for Community Service. It will feature a full house of gun and craft vendors, the Sunshine Thrift and Flea Market with the new Christmas Shop...

TRENTON, Neb. — A judge in Hitchcock County issued a bench warrant last week for a former Stratton man accused in a plot to harm village officials with an explosive device. Fredrick Hamilton, 53, didn't appear for a scheduled hearing on Thursday, Nov. 7. The judge signed a warrant and revoked Hamilton's bond...

CAMBRIDGE, Neb. — Tri Valley Health System has recently started a new service for the treatment of kidney stones. The non-invasive procedure, called shockwave lithotripsy, utilizes a special device called a lithotripter that generates controlled pressure waves or “shockwaves” outside of the body. ...

McCOOK, Neb. – On Saturday, the McCook Tractor Supply Company store will host a Farmers' Market featuring locally-grown, fresh produce, as well as other seasonal products. From 9:00am to 2:00pm, shoppers can stop in for arts & crafts, baked goods, homemade crafts and jewelry, all produced by neighbors in the McCook area. Participating vendors will be set up in front of the store where they will showcase their goods. This event is open to the public and will take place at 208 Westview Plaza. For more information, please contact the McCook Tractor Supply at 308-345-4141.

Phooey. My friend Mike Hendricks and his “Mike at Night” column have departed the area. Gone back to his home in Russelville, Arkansas and back to family. I’ll miss his acerbic wit used to razz me and all us of conservative political bent. I was pleased to read in his final column for the Gazette a nice tribute to your humble columnist for the jousting that we have done over the years. Blessings to you Mike, friend. May the rest of your life be in pleasant surroundings of family and friends...