Stories from Friday, March 8, 2024

McCOOK, Neb. — When local law enforcement was faced with corralling loose bulls, they knew who to call. McCook Police officers and a Red Willow County deputy sheriff were called to the Red Willow County fairgrounds at about 12:46 a.m. today on a report of cattle wandering around the fairgrounds, ready to stray onto West Fifth Street, according to a MPD Facebook post...

It is often said that “What goes around comes around.” We hear that phrase uttered regarding fads and fashion, but a changing technological landscape can occasionally drive the repetition of more practical matters–sometimes in unexpected ways. Recently, I’ve found myself being pulled back in the direction of local, personalized customer service. ...

McCOOK, Neb.— The City of McCook plans to begin crack sealing various streets in the community on Monday, March 11, weather permitting. It should take roughly two weeks to complete, weather permitting. The contractor will be Shelco Construction out of Elsie, Neb. Officials ask that citizens remove any vehicles, including trailers, that are parked on the following streets beginning Monday morning March 11 by 7 a.m.. The order of streets will be determined by the contractor...

Roger Ward Carlisle April 27, 1961 - March 5, 2024 OMAHA Neb. - Roger Ward Carlisle, 62, passed away on March 5, 2024, in Omaha, Neb. Roger was born on  April 27, 1961 in Oberlin, Kan. to Dale and Lenore (Hochmeiser) Carlisle. Roger was raised in Traer, Kan. ...

McCCOOK, Neb. — With a bill to phase out inheritance tax still on general file in the Legislature, Red Willow County Commissioners are poised to use $100,000 of that money for health insurance for county employees. That transfer is on the consent agenda for Monday’s meeting of the county board...

LINCOLN, Neb. — Senior Carter Nelson hit the winning shot in Ainsworth’s 54-53 win over Guardian Angels Central Catholic in Class D-1 state semifinal play at Devaney Sports Center. Nelson’s a 6’4” Nebraska Cornhusker football recruit who drew interest from Alabama and Notre Dame among other power programs...

The new Colby, Kan., Events Center (above) is home for this weekend’s Class1A girls and boys state basketball tournaments which run from Thursday morning to Saturday night’s state championship games. Rawlins County, Kan., has become part of this event as the Buffaloes qualified for girls’ state play — their first state tourney since 1992...

McCOOK, Neb. — The McCook Bison Football Championship Camp is set for Monday, June 3 through Thursday, June 6, coach Joe Vetrovsky announced this week. It’s open to all youths entering second through eighth grade this fall. The camp will take place all four days from 10:30 a.m. to noon on McCook High School’s practice fields...

McCOOK Neb. - Superintendent Grant Norgaard will express his concerns about LB 878, a legislative proposal related to scheduling bonds by public municipalities, at the Red Willow School District School Board meeting on Monday, March 11. During the Feb. 29, legislative call hosted by the McCook Chamber of Commerce with Sen. Dave Murman, Norgaard highlighted that the bill could limit local autonomy by centralizing the timing of bond elections to a single date in November of even-numbered years...

McCOOK, Neb. — In an effort to ensure safe and reliable natural gas service for residents in McCook, Nebraska, Black Hills Energy has announced a proactive initiative to upgrade natural gas meters in the area. Starting this March, residents may notice Black Hills Energy crews working in neighborhood alleyways as part of this upgrade project. Approximately 529 residential and commercial meters serving customers in and around McCook will be replaced...

McCOOK Neb. - With a multi-faceted approach involving policy changes, community events, and collaborative programs, Nebraska is making strides in enhancing dental care access for all residents, especially those most in need. Efforts are underway to enhance access to dental care for underserved populations, particularly those covered by Medicaid. ...

McCOOK Neb. - Julie Cuellar, a mother of three boys, has brought back the highly anticipated Every {little} Thing Kids’ Pop-Up Consignment Sale for its spring edition, offering a blend of community spirit, convenience, and budget-friendly shopping opportunities for families in the area...

McCook Chamber of Commerce and community members join the Southwest Nebraska Theater Association(SWNCTA) board and members along with the cast of “The Spitfire Grill” on stage as founding member and Director of this year’s musical “ The Spitfire Grill,” Don Harpst cuts the ribbon at the ribbon cutting ceremony Thursday evening. ...