Stories from Thursday, November 21, 2024

Kansas Wheat, in collaboration with researchers from Kansas State University, has launched an educational initiative aimed at farmers, landowners, financial institutions, and policymakers. The campaign, titled "Wheat: Beyond the Value of the Grain," seeks to raise awareness of the many advantages winter wheat offers in cropping systems, extending far beyond its market price.

WASHINGTON – Turkey is the most popular dish during Thanksgiving celebrations, yet there are many inexperienced cooks who will be in the kitchen. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is encouraging consumers to practice food safety throughout the entire Thanksgiving process, from the grocery store to the dining table...

Nebraska selects 7 providers as Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics Lincoln, NE – The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Division of Behavioral Health selected seven providers to begin the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics (CCBHC) certification program as an initiative to enhance access to the highest standard of mental health and substance use care...

LINCOLN, Neb. — As the holiday season approaches, Nebraska tree farmers are ready to help families add the charm, scent, and memories of a real Christmas tree to their homes. A directory of local Christmas tree growers is available on the Nebraska Department of Agriculture's (NDA) website at nda.nebraska.gov/publications/promotion/christmas_trees/trees.html...

During the 2024 election, Social Security’s future was a central topic, with debates focusing on its sustainability and potential cuts. Democrats largely advocated for protecting and expanding benefits, while Republicans showed divisions between supporting reforms to address long-term funding issues and proposals for privatization...

Dear Editor, At age 90, I have observed caring staff doing their very best over the last 50 years at several health care facilities. Recently, my experience as a volunteer visitor to a resident at Hillcrest Nursing Home was most rewarding. He was a Christian example that brought me to the comfort zone of prayer. The Rev. Jim Nelson opened a wonderful relationship for nearly a year before he died peacefully surrounded by family members at Hillcrest...

As we find ourselves in the midst of the holiday season, I always start thinking of Thanksgiving Day. I begin by planning which weekend my family will be able to join me for our family’s favorite foods and a time of sharing about what is happening in their world...

McCOOK Neb. – With a passion for beautifying outdoor spaces and a commitment to providing exceptional service, Brian Nally aims to transform residential and commercial properties throughout the area. Originally from Hubbardston, Mass., a small town about an hour outside Boston, Brian moved to Omaha in the summer of 2020 with his fiancee, Jayme, who is originally from McCook. ...

McCOOK, Neb. – A massive setup is underway at McCook’s Kiplinger Arena as tables, chairs, booths and banners take shape in the 39,000-square-foot facility. Now in its 15th year, the McCook Farm & Ranch Expo will bring together agriculture professionals, families, and enthusiasts from 20 states, Canada, and Australia. The event will take place on Friday, Nov. 22, and Saturday, Nov. 23, at the Red Willow County Fairgrounds...

Gazette scribbler R.B.E. (Really Big Eater) Headley gobbled past 500 correct college football picks with his 34-14 performance last weekend. Roundish Belly now stands — well, he prefers sitting — at 507-177 for this season after one of his highlight upset specials: 3-6 Kansas knocking off 9-0 Brigham Young in those Cougars’ backyard at Provo, Utah...

Latest results from league bowling at TJ’s Family Fun Center where the Men’s League have rolled into their second half of this 2024-25 season. Men’s Major Git ’Em All 23-7 The Krips 22-8 Rednecks 21-9...

The Class D-2 All-District 8 team was announced this week as football season winds down with state finals starting Friday night. A look at all the selections from Gazette-area high schools: FIRST TEAM Offense Running back: Carter Propp, Hitchcock County...

McCOOK, Neb. — Senior libero Bailee Fawver is representing the McCook Bison on another strong all-Southwest Conference volleyball team announced this week. Fawver earned honorable mention as a libero-defensive specalist for the Bison, who improved six wins from last year’s total (16 wins from 10)...

McCOOK, Neb. — The YMCA of McCook is happy to announce that registration is now open for the Wagner Auto Group Youth Basketball League. Divisions include grades of 1st-2nd, 3rd-4th, and 5th-6th. The registration deadline is November 22nd. Practices will begin the week of December 9. Games will begin on January 4th. All games played on Saturdays...

CORALVILLE, Iowa - The No. 2 Nebraska volleyball team extended its win streak to 24 matches with a 25-9, 25-16, 25-17 victory in front of 3,933 at Xtream Arena on Wednesday night. Nebraska (27-1, 17-0 B1G) had six players post at least six kills in cruising to victory with a .472 hitting percentage, its best hitting percentage in a Big Ten match since 2017...

McCOOK, Neb. — The Brotherhood of St. Andrew, affiliated with St. Alban’s Episcopal Church in McCook, will host their annual St. Andrew’s Day Soup Supper on Tuesday, December 3rd. The event will take place in the church’s Parish Hall, located at 108 West F Street, with serving from 6 to 7:30 p.m...

Janet June Thompson July 18, 1946 - Aug. 29, 2024 MARICOPA, Ariz. - On Thursday, Aug. 29, 2024, our mom, wife, and grandma, Janet June Thompson (Bahl), aged 78, affectionately called “Nena”, of Maricopa, Ariz. (formerly of Kearney, Neb.) passed away after a 12-year battle with primary progressive aphasia and Alzheimer’s...