Stories from Tuesday, June 18, 2024

NORTH PLATTE Neb. — “Never Give Up” and “The Burton Bunch”, both out of TJ’s Family Fun Center in McCook will advance to the American Poolplayers Association (APA) World Pool Championships in Las Vegas after winning the Western Nebraska APA World Qualifier Tournaments held at Eagles Club recently...

HASTINGS, Neb. — Another year where the West All-Stars shout, “Westside,” as they walk off Lloyd Wilson Field at Hastings College. In the 47th Annual Sertoma 8-Man Football All-Star Game, the West All-Stars came out with a 22-8 win over the East All-Stars...

Adonna Marie Sis April 20, 1939 - June 15, 2024 McCOOK, Neb. - Adonna Marie Sis, age 85, passed away surrounded by her family on June 15, 2024, at her home in McCook, Neb. Adonna was born on April 20, 1939, in Damar, Kan. to parents Simon and Aldea M. (Plante) Arnold. She attended school in Leoville, Kan. and transferred to Colby, Kan. for her senior year, and graduated with the 1957 class...

Roger Dean Ely Aug. 3, 1934- June 15, 2024 McCOOK, Neb. - Roger Dean Ely, 89, of McCook, passed away Saturday, June 15, 2024, at Hillcrest Nursing Home in McCook. Roger was born Aug. 3, 1934, to Orin and Opal (Troedson) Ely in McCook, Neb., the sixth of seven children. He attended McCook schools graduating from McCook High School in 1952...

McCOOK, Neb. – The Prairie Plains CASA Corporate Games kicked off last night with an exciting pickleball tournament that showcased intense competition, remarkable camaraderie, and lots of fun. The evening culminated in a spectacular victory for the Pinnacle Bank team, Terra and Brian Michaelis, who emerged as the champions after a series of thrilling matches...

McCOOK, Neb. — As part of the Buffalo Commons Storytelling Cestival, participants were taken on a tour of stained glass displays in communities around the area.  McCook Community College has been sponsoring bus tours in conjunction with the festival for several years, with McCook High School providing the bus this year...

The recent resignation of Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD) Subdivision 4 Director David Gale has brought to light the critical role played by board members in overseeing the operations of the state’s public utilities. As Gov. Jim Pillen prepares to appoint a new member to the NPPD Board of Directors, it is essential to consider the significance of this decision in maintaining accountability and transparency within the organization...

McCook’s 27-year journey from controversy to celebration Yes it has come and gone, Buffalo Commons Story Telling Festival here in McCook that is. Having lived through its start and 27 iterations now, it is interesting, at least to me, that people, local and from afar, have little idea of what it is all about. So here is an old guy’s attempt to bring a little clarity...

Warren Dunlap recounts one of his western stories; Matilda Malcom performs an original song, and Chuck Peek recites one of his poems to close out the open mic session Saturday at Sehnert’s Bakery.

McCOOK, Neb. – Community Hospital is marking a significant milestone with its 50th anniversary celebration, and the 50th Anniversary Committee is excited to invite the community to join in the festivities. The event is set for June 20th at Norris Alley in McCook, part of the McCook Creative District’s Third Thursday celebration. The evening will kick off with a reception from 5 to 6 p.m., followed by live music from 6 to 8 p.m...

McCOOK, Neb. — In the early hours of Monday, June 17, the City of McCook Fire Department responded to a report of smoke at a residence in the 1100 block of West Third Street. The call came in at approximately 12:31 am, with residents of a two-story duplex reporting smoke and a burning odor in their apartments...

INCOLN, Neb. — Registration is open for the 12th-annual Nebraska Football Road Race presented by The Home Agency with support from The Lincoln Track Club. The one-mile Fun Run begins at 8 a.m. and the 5K run will follow with an estimated start time of 8:30 a.m. on Sunday, July 14 in Lincoln...

McCOOK, Neb. — Herrmann Jones Funeral Chapel came up just short in the opening of tournament play. Down by six going into bottom of six, they would score five runs. Broken Bow won 9-8. Broken Bow played Pinnacle Bank in the nightcap and lost 12-2. Pinnacle Bank advances to next round and will play either Holdrege or Minden on Thursday at the Jaycee Complex at 6:30 p.m...

McCOOK, Neb. —McCook’s eight-run win over Imperial two weeks ago topped a super eight-day stretch where the Seniors scored five victories in six contests. Sadly, the Seniors have lost five straight since — so they’ll aim for a similar momentum tonight as those same talented Imperial Seniors visit for an 8 p.m. game...

OMAHA, Neb. -- Texas A&M scored all of its runs in the sixth inning, Ryan Prager held Kentucky hitless into the seventh and the Aggies are off to their best start in a Men’s College World Series after their 5-1 win Monday night. The Aggies (51-13) are 2-0 in the MCWS for the first time in eight appearances and have taken control of Bracket 2. ...

McCOOK, Neb. —  Following a public hearing, the McCook City Council approved the purchase of 127 acres of land, 50 to 60 of which will be used for a city sports complex. “The one nice thing about this is it gives us a chance to expand into the future,” City Manager Nate Schneider said...