- Roughrider has loved the route to over 3,000 assists (High School Sports ~ 11/10/23)
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Final look at Southwest leaders in D-1 state tourney
(High School Sports ~ 11/10/23)
LINCOLN, Neb. — All the Southwest leaders from their Class D-1 state volleyball match not included in McCook Gazette last week. Eligin Public Pope John was able to prevail 25-23, 26-24, 23-25, 19-25, 15-10 at Lincoln’s Pinnacle Bank Arena. Southwest’s best...
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Happy birthday Marines!
(Editorial ~ 11/10/23)
Happy 248th Birthday to the United States Marine Corps! On this special day, we gather to pay tribute to the brave men and women who have proudly served in the Marine Corps for nearly two and a half centuries. November 10th marks the day when this distinguished branch of the United States Armed Forces was founded, and since then, the Marines have been at the forefront of defending our nation and upholding the values that make America great...
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History, tradition and the Thanksgiving holiday
(Column ~ 11/10/23)
For many years, historians have reminded us that the Thanksgiving holiday we were taught about as children was a romanticized and perhaps sanitized version of historical events. We have been told that many foods considered essential to our contemporary holiday observation were most likely not at the original feast. ...
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County planners review regs for alternative energy
(Local News ~ 11/10/23)
McCOOK Neb. – The Red Willow County Planning Commission reviewed a revised draft of zoning regulations covering solar farms at a special meeting Thursday at the Red Willow County Courthouse. Keith Marvin of Marvin Planning Consultants of David City, Neb. presented the revised draft of the zoning regulations that would be required by the county to obtain a conditional use permit for alternative energy developments...
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New bus, construction manager on school board agenda
(Local News ~ 11/10/23)
McCOOK, Neb. – The McCook School Board of Education will be asked to accept a bid of $131,850 for a 2025 Thomas school bus equipped with a lift at Monday’s meeting, which begins at 6:00 p.m. in the Junior High Conference room. The board will also discuss, consider, and “take all necessary action” concerning the recommendation of the Selection Committee for the position of Construction Manager at Risk for the proposed new Junior High School addition and Senior High renovation project. ...
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Leadership Institute focuses on education
(Local News ~ 11/10/23)
McCOOK, Neb.– The Southwest Nebraska Leadership Institute, under the guidance of Kerrie Witt and Baleigh Abbott, recently hosted an informative “Education Day.” The event was designed to provide attendees with an in-depth look at the growth as well as opportunities of the various learning centers, schools, and vocational programs in the region...
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Clayton Corey
(Obituary ~ 11/10/23)
Clayton Corey June 5, 1932 - Oct. 27, 2023 LAKE CITY, Iowa - Clayton Corey, age 91 of Lake City, Iowa, passed away on Friday, Oct. 27, 2023, at Journey Senior Services in Carroll, Iowa. Clayton was a beloved husband, father, sibling, grandfather, and great-grandfather to his family, and a lifelong friend to many who knew him...
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Ruth E. Fagot
(Obituary ~ 11/10/23)
Ruth E. Fagot Nov, 22, 1928 - Nov. 8, 2023 McCOOK, Neb. - Ruth E. Fagot, 94, of McCook, Neb., passed away on Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2023, at the Hillcrest Nursing Home in McCook, Neb. with her loving family by her side. She was born on Nov, 22, 1928, in Milford, Neb. ...
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Abbey anniversary
(Anniversary ~ 11/10/23)
75th anniversary McCOOK, Neb. - The family of Don and Delores Abbey of McCook, Neb. is requesting a card shower in honor of the couple’s 75th wedding anniversary on Friday, Nov. 17, 2023. They were married Nov. 17, 1948, in Hastings, Neb. Their family includes children, Randy and Deb Abbey of Keller, Tex.; Kathy Wallen of McCook, Neb.; and Kent and Susan Abbey, of St. Joseph, Mo. They have five grandchildren...
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Diehl birthday
(Birthdays ~ 11/10/23)
99th birthday The family of Julia Diehl of Stratton, Neb. is requesting a card shower in honor of her 99th birthday on Monday, Nov. 20, 2023. Julia has been blessed with five daughters: Michele Schram (Dan), Debra Glasco (John), Connie Henry (Tom), Becky Smith (Cloid), and Julie Keller (Bill). Julia has 17 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren and 4 great-great-grandchildren...
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Annoying Daylight Savings Time
(Column ~ 11/10/23)
According to several sources, Daylight Savings Time was proposed by a New Zealand scientist, George Vernon Hudson in 1895. He wanted a two hour shift so that he had more time to devote to catching bugs. So the first inkling of modern time change was to serve one person?...
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Honoring veterans
(Local News ~ 11/10/23)
ABOVE: Veterans stand for recognition at McCook Elementary’s Veterans Day ceremony this morning. BELOW: Dean and Rhonda Jolly, from left, Judy, Dax and Phil McDonald, plus Charlie Powers, standing, enjoy a complimentary breakfast honoring veterans at Central Elementary. Numerous Veterans Day activities are underway this weekend, plus a U.S. Marine Corps birthday celebration today...
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Who won in McCook YMCA women's volleyball Thursday?
(Community Sports ~ 11/10/23)
McCOOK, Neb. — The scores from big matches in McCook Adult Women’s Volleyball League action Thursday evening. Women’s Competitive Planet Volleywood over MNB Bank, 2-0 MNB Bank over Haas, 2-0 Applegarth over Planet Volleywood, 2-1 Elevate Wellness over Haas, 2-0...
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Sidney Red Raiders take area 'torch' into state semifinals
(High School Sports ~ 11/10/23)
A look at the Class C-1 state football semifinals today where Sidney represents western parts of Nebraska. The Red Raiders (10-1 record) have beaten all foes including McCook, 28-0, with their only loss at Ogallala in October. journalstar.com Sidney (10-1) at No. 2 Wahoo (11-0), 3:30 p.m...
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Rawlins Buffs facing 10-0 powerhouse in Kansas semis
(High School Sports ~ 11/10/23)
LEOTI, Kan. — The numbers confirm Rawlins County-Atwood faces a formidable Kansas 1A state semifinal opponent tonight. Wichita County boasts a 10-0 record with no game closer than 34 points: a 48-14 win over Hoxie, Kan., on Sept. 15. Hoxie (9-1) dealt the Rawlins County Buffaloes (9-1) their only loss, 32-26, to finish regular-season play three weeks ago...
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Huskers step over Rattlers for 2-0 hoops start
(College Sports ~ 11/10/23)
LINCOLN, Neb. — Behind 20 points and 16 rebounds from Rienk Mast, the Nebraska men’s basketball team overpowered Florida A&M, 81-54, Thursday evening at Pinnacle Bank Arena. Mast became the first Husker since 2008 to have at least 20 points and 15 rebounds in a game, as the 6-foot-10 forward collected his 19th career double-double...
- Younger McCook girls race past visiting Bulldogs (High School Sports ~ 11/10/23)
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