Stories from Tuesday, December 10, 2024

HASTINGS, Neb. — The McCook Swim and Dive kicked off the season by breaking a nearly 50-year-old record along with first place finish in diving at the opening meet in Hastings. The McCook men’s medley relay team set a new school record in the 200 medley relay with a time of 1:49.95 in their first race of the year at their first meet at Hastings YMCA...

Obituary Wendi Marie Goodenberger July 18, 1960 - Dec. 5, 2024 McCOOK, Neb. - Wendi Marie Goodenberger, age 64, of McCook, Neb. passed away on Thursday, Dec. 5, 2024 at CHI Health Good Samaritan in Kearney, Neb. following a courageous battle with cancer...

Obituary Daniel “Dan” Eugene Peterson Feb. 7, 1956 - Dec. 7, 2024 McCOOK, Neb. - Daniel “Dan” Eugene Peterson was born on Feb. 7, 1956 in McCook, Neb. to Frank and Ethel (Vaughn) Peterson. He attended Trenton High School graduating in 1974 and furthered his education at Wyoming Tech in Laramie, Wyo. for Automotive in 1975...

Obituary Brian Dale Cox Oct. 14, 1960 - Dec. 3, 2024 MAYWOOD, Neb. - Brian Dale Cox, 64, of Maywood, Neb., passed away at his home on Dec. 3, 2024. Born on Oct. 14, 1960, in North Platte, Neb., to Richard (Dick) Cox and Connie (Schnase) Cox. Brian spent his early years in Maywood and Orleans, Neb., before moving to Mesa, Ariz., where he attended high school. ...

McCOOK Neb. – Norris Park was filled with holiday spirit Saturday, drawing over 1,500 attendees for a festive celebration featuring carriage rides, a parade, and various family-friendly activities. This year’s Noel on Norris event saw record participation and significant support from local volunteers, sponsors, and performers...

McCOOK Neb. – At last night’s school board meeting, Superintendent Grant Norgaard reported on the recent release of Nebraska’s Department of Education classifications and assessment data. This year marks a significant update in how public schools across the state are evaluated. Notably, McCook Elementary received an “Excellent” rating, the highest tier available. Central Elementary, McCook Junior High and McCook High School all achieved the second-highest rating, “Great.”...

McCOOK, Neb. - After field demonstrations and discussions spanning months, the Red Willow County Board of Commissioners agreed to purchase road grading equipment in Monday’s board meeting. A motion was made by Gans, seconded by Dean to approve the purchase of a “Lycox Retriever” using a combination of ARPA and road funds...

When the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced its proposed noncompete rule earlier this year, it seemed poised to deliver a tectonic shift in the employment landscape. Heralded as a victory for worker mobility and economic freedom, the rule sought to abolish most noncompete agreements, barring employers from preventing workers from pursuing new opportunities. ...

A really great way to get into the Christmas spirit. Lighted trees in Norris Park plus up and down Norris Avenue, now Santa Claus Lane. A hayrack and three white horse-drawn carriages giving rides around the park. Snack food booths and a variety of dancers and talent shows taking place in our iconic band shell topped off with a nice drum concert by high school students. ...

McCOOK, Neb. — Junior Brecken Gale and freshman Alice Weimer both scored in double figures to lead McCook JV girls’ sweep through Chase County and Valentine last weekend. Coach David Peterman provided some insights with more also appearing on mccookgazette.com...

Quick recaps of varsity basketball last weekend for Gazette-area high school girls teams SATURDAY MayHay 57, Southwest 48 BARTLEY, Neb. — The Maywood-Hayes Center girls shot to a 19-9 lead and never looked back while reaching 2-0 Saturday afternoon...

Recaps from the boys’ basketball varsity contests last weekend: DC-S 70, Creek Valley 28 LODGEPOLE, Neb. — Dundy County-Stratton tuned up for this week’s Cattle Trail tourney with a 50-point first half on Saturday. Lane Bybee’s 14 points led 10 Tigers who hit shots. Breck Horner netted 13, August Shaw 10, Dante Horner eight, Judd Johnson eight, Ethan Latta seven and Cooper Shaw six points...