Stories from Thursday, December 19, 2024

McCOOK, Neb. — It’s official: XXX no longer means keeping a dramatic production away from school-age viewers when it features...

ARAPAHOE, Neb. — The Arapahoe girls became an emphatic 5-1 this season with Tuesday’s 68-21 trouncing of Northern Valley, Kan. Sophomore Clara Hilker scored 18 points and freshman Suttyn Shafer added 15 to lead the Warriors. Another eight Arapahoe girls hit shots with Riley McCune adding seven points...

MAYWOOD, Neb. — Sophomore Caylie Softley made nine of 10 field goals and totaled 25 points in Maywood-Hayes Center’s 67-6 win over Sutherland Tuesday night. Obviously, the 5-1 Wolves’ defense was ferocious. Softley swiped seven of 27 May-Hay steals with Ayleen Hernadez taking four and Reagan Stengel three...

NORTON, Kan. — Southern Valley held the Norton Bluejays to 13 points through three quarters and went on to a 52-26 girls basketball win Tuesday evening. The Eagles (4-2 record) shot 50 percent from two-point range while earning their fourth consecutive win after opening losses to Minden and Elm Creek...

Latest from the men’s Major League at TJ’s Family Fun Center where Sam Knoll rolled like the Chiefs when someone whispers playoffs..but look out for the mighty Vikings!!! Men’s Major TJ’s Family Fun Ctr. 80-37 Thursdy Nte Pnts 68.5-51.5 Rednecks 65.5-54.5...

STERLING, Colo. – The Western Wyoming Community College men went the length of the floor in the final 4.4 seconds of overtime to beat McCook Community College 79-78 Saturday in the Region IX North/South Shootout hosted by Northeastern Junior College...

McCOOK, Neb. — McCook High’s wonderful holiday giving spirit was only going to go so far Tuesday evening. After a 13-4 fast start, the Bison surrendered most of that advantage as Cozad closed within 23-21 entering halftime. The break time would basically be these Haymakers’ final highlight...

McCOOK, Neb. - The City of McCook Fire Department responded to a reported structure fire early Wednesday morning, Dec. 18, in McCook. Numerous 911 calls advised the fire was located at 1301 Country Club Drive. Heavy flames could be seen from several blocks away and first-arriving fire department crews reported heavy fire coming from an attached garage that had spread into the residence at that location...

Anna Labay McCook Gazette McCOOK Neb. – In a celebration of safety and community spirit, Valmont Industries in McCook hosted its inaugural Light Parade and Ugly Safety Vest Contest on Tuesday, Dec. 17. Organized by the Valmont STOP (Safety Through Our People) Committee, the event drew enthusiastic participation from employees and local community members, including judges from the McCook Fire Department, Community Hospital, the Gazette, and McCook Chamber of Commerce...

CHADRON, Neb. - Chadron Community Hospital & Health Services has announced the appointment of Jonathan (Jon) Reiners as Chief Executive Officer. Reiners will officially assume the role on Jan. 6, 2025, bringing a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to rural health care and community engagement...

For many families, as well as communities, this is the best time of year. Yes, because of the holidays, but also because the holidays mean many of our young people are returning to their hometowns for a few days or even a few weeks. They are coming from college to celebrate Christmas with their families, but while they are home, they also get to do the things they loved when they were kids. ...

Editor’s note: The following was submitted by the owners of the Lighthouse Marina, expressing thanks for community and political support:

McCOOK, Neb. – A transformative educational initiative takes shape in Nebraska as high school students embrace the Jobs for American Graduates (JAG) program. Established in 1980 and introduced to Nebraska in 2019, JAG is designed to equip students with the skills and confidence necessary to navigate the workforce and achieve personal success...