Stories from Friday, November 8, 2024

LINCOLN, Neb. — Exeter-Milligan-Friend spoiled southwest Nebraska’s hopes again with a four-set state semifinal volleyball win over Class D-1 No. 1 Southwest this morning. The No. 5-seed Bobcats (23-10 record) knocked out No. 4 Cambridge in Thursday’s opening round...

McCook High senior Briley Morgan (seated, second from right) officially joined the Concordia University softball program in Seward with her signing Thursday morning. She was a 19-game winner for the Bison last fall and finished among McCook’s all-time strikeout leaders. ...

LINCOLN, Neb. — A photo of a duck by Sofie Farr of Farnam will grace the December page of the Nebraska Department of Agriculture’s special 2025 poultry calendar. The calendar, which includes important biosecurity information that poultry owners can use to protect their flocks, can be viewed, and downloaded from NDA’s website at nda.nebraska.gov/animal/avian. Winning entries were announced and displayed at this year’s Nebraska State Fair...

NORTH PLATTE, Neb.–– The University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s Center for Agricultural Profitability and Nebraska Extension will present a workshop in North Platte for farm and ranch landowners, landlords and tenants who want to learn more about current trends in farm or ranch real estate, and best practices for managing or leasing land...

LINCOLN, Neb. – Governor Jim Pillen is highlighting recognition events and resources for military veterans ahead of Veterans Day, Monday, Nov. 11. “Nebraska has a proud history of supporting its military personnel, both active and retired. We acknowledge the sacrifices that are made by servicemen and women and their families,” said Gov. ...

McCOOK, Neb. — Individuals and businesses stepped up in their support for the 2024 Southwest Nebraska Big Give, which took place from midnight to midnight Thursday, Nov. 7. With the largest number of organizations participating in its nine-year history, the Big Give also reached record numbers in donations...

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE) is reaching out to Nebraskans by bringing his constituent casework staff to various locations across the state. Ricketts announced upcoming Mobile Office Hours events, where his team will be available to meet with residents, answer questions, and assist with federal casework matters...

OMAHA, Neb. — A man wanted in connection with a child exploitation investigation in South Carolina has been arrested in Omaha by the Nebraska State Patrol (NSP) Tech Crimes Unit. Authorities in Anderson County, South Carolina, alerted the NSP that the suspect, Luis Romero, was believed to be in Omaha. Romero, 36, was wanted on multiple charges, including three counts each of disseminating obscene material to a minor, sexual exploitation of a minor, and solicitation of a minor...

Latest results from league bowling at TJ’s Family Fun Center where Rednecks rule in a nation which once again become gloriously Republican red on Tuesday: Men’s Major Rednecks 217-112 Maris General 212.5-117.5 Thurs. Nte Pints179.5-150.5...

McCOOK, Neb. — Resuts from action this week: Women’s Competitive Community Hospital vs. PSI Applications: Community Hospital wins 2-1 PSI Applications vs. Farrells Rx Side Effects: PSI Applications wins 2-0 Community Hospital vs. MNB Bank: Community Hospital wins 2-0...

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – Western Nebraska Community College put an end to the McCook Community College volleyball season Thursday sweeping the Lady Indians 3-0 in a Region IX Tournament elimination game. The Cougars won 25-18, 25-16, 25-19. Finaleor six sophomores including: Romina Martinez Castro (Cochabamba, Bolivia); Caylin Barnett (McCook, / Southwest High School); Rowan Tribelhorn (Yuma, Colo.); Emerie Rios (Sterling, Colo.); transfer Cibeles Bothwell (Spring, Texas); and Kayten Hagan (Kearney/Amherst High School) who was injured this season.. ...

DODGE CITY, Kan. – The McCook Community College men's basketball team improved to 3-1 Wednesday with a 78-67 win over Dodge City Community College. The win gives MCC wins on back-to-back nights against Jayhawk conference teams and snaps the Indians' five-game losing streak to Dodge City dating back to their 2012 matchup...

LINCOLN, Neb. — The Cambridge Trojans and senior Erin Johnson made quite a comeback to reach their fourth straight Nebraska State volleyball tournament this week. Yet ultimately, all their seasoned big-game experience couldn’t quite match a super hitting force in Exeter-Milligan-Friend’s Kaydence Haase...

LINCOLN, Neb. — Southwest reached its long-awaited goal of a Class D-1 state volleyball tournament win when the D-1 No. 1 team swept Diller-Odell 25-14, 25-21, 25-23 on Thursday. Many more details including comments from players will be featured in the next McCook Gazette edition...

McCOOK, Neb.— Following the recent election in which voters rejected the proposed school bond, the McCook Public Schools Board of Education will hold its regular meeting on Monday, Nov. 11, at 6 p.m. Superintendent Grant Norgaard expressed gratitude for the community’s involvement in a statement to the McCook Gazette. ...

McCOOK, Neb. — When Tanner Rousselle drives his new Tesla Cybertruck through town, he draws curious looks and eager stares—especially from kids. “It’s popular at the school,” he says with a chuckle. “You go by the schools, and the kids, they instantly recognize it.” The vehicle, with its futuristic, angular design and stainless steel body, has been a staple in video games like Roblox and Fortnite for years, priming younger generations for its arrival. ...

McCOOK, Neb. - The second annual Holiday Game Night will take place Sunday, Dec. 15 at 6 p.m. in the Senior High Gym. The event will raise funds for the McCook Family Resource Center (FRC), a local nonprofit organization that provides essential services to families in need...

In the aftermath of a divisive election season, it’s easy to feel like we don’t really know our neighbors—or that we understand them less than we thought. It’s a sentiment many can relate to, especially when conflicting views clash at every turn, leaving us to wonder: What are people really thinking?...

Charles “Charlie” Dean Clark HAYES CENTER, Neb. - Charles "Charlie" Dean Clark, age 43, passed away at his home in Hayes Center, Neb. on Nov. 7, 2024. Full obituary and service times are pending at this time. Carpenter Breland Funeral Home, McCook, has been entrusted with the arrangements. Please visit our website at www.carpenterbreland.net to sign the online guestbook for the family...

Dorthy Ankenman WILSONVILLE, Neb. - Dorothy Ankenman, a former resident of Wilsonville and Cambridge, passed away Thursday morning, November 7, 2024 at the Beaver City Manor. She was 94 years of age. Cremation was chosen and services are being planned for spring...

McCOOK,Neb. — The McCook Economic Development Corp. will make its annual request for support to the Red Willow County Commissioners at Monday’s meeting of the board. The meeting opens at 9 a.m. on the third floor of the courthouse, with the MEDC on the agenda after the county treasurer presents distress warrants at 9:30 a.m...

Karen Sue Rima McCOOK, Neb. - Karen Sue Rima, age 76, of McCook, Neb. passed away at her home in McCook on Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024. Memorial contributions are suggested in Karen’s name for future consideration and may be directed to Carpenter Breland Funeral Home, c/o the Rima Family, PO Box 476, McCook, NE 69001...

Sharon Ann LaRue McCOOK, Neb. - Sharon Ann LaRue of McCook, Neb., mother, aunt, and friend, passed away at McCook Community Hospital on Nov. 7, 2024, at the age of 83. Full obituary and service times are pending at this time. Carpenter Breland Funeral Home, McCook, has been entrusted with the arrangements. Please visit our website at www.carpenterbreland.net to sign the online guestbook for the family...