- Bison basketball girls running that sleep right out their eyes (High School Sports ~ 11/16/23)
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All ages needed to shape our community’s future
(Column ~ 11/16/23)
KEARNEY, Neb. - Last week, more than three dozen McCook residents traveled to Kearney to learn, to connect, and to dream as part of the Nebraska Community Foundation’s annual training. Some might remember when NCF was in McCook in 2021 and included the “Night on the Bricks” that toured downtown locations with artwork and food...
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Clarence Joseph Jankovits Jr.
(Obituary ~ 11/16/23)
Clarence Joseph Jankovits Jr. Sep. 7, 1938 - Oct. 11, 2023 CULBERTSON, Neb. - Clarence Joseph Jankovits Jr. was born on Sep. 7, 1938 at home in Hitchcock County, Neb. to Clarence and Frances (Versch) Jankovits. He attended school in Herndon, Kan. and graduated with the Herndon High School Class of 1956...
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Roger T. Howard
(Obituary ~ 11/16/23)
Roger T. Howard July 22, 1953 - Nov. 13, 2023 HARLINGTON, Tex. - Roger Thomas Howard was born on July 22, 1953, in Benkelman, Neb., to Thomas and Karolyn (Stute) Howard. He was baptized and confirmed at the Zion Lutheran Church in Benkelman, Neb. Roger grew up in Max, Neb. and graduated from Benkelman High School in 1971...
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Reba Tomlin
(Obituary ~ 11/16/23)
Reba Tomlin CAMBRIDGE, Neb.- Reba Tomlin age 91, of Cambridge, passed away at the Cambridge Memorial Hosptial on Nov. 16, 2023. Services are pending. Friends may leave online condolences at lockenour.com. Lockenour Jones Mortuary entrusted with arrangements...
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Rose birthday
(Birthdays ~ 11/16/23)
90th birthday The family of Ardyce Rose of Lincoln, Neb. is requesting a card shower in honor of her 90th birthday on Tuesday, Nov. 28, 2023. She was born in Inavale, Neb. on Nov. 28, 1933. Ardyce married Ray Rose and moved to McCook in 1964 where they raised their four children, all of which graduated from McCook High School. They then moved to Lincoln in 2007, where Ardyce currently resides...
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Thomas anniversary
(Anniversary ~ 11/16/23)
50th anniversary McCOOK, Neb. - The family of Ed and Linda Thomas of McCook, Neb. is requesting a card shower in honor of the couple’s 50th wedding anniversary on Friday, Nov. 24, 2023. They were married Nov. 24, 1973 in Imperial, Neb. Their family includes children, Phil and Shelly Thomas of Aurora, Neb.; and Jena and Jeff Psota of Lincoln, Neb. They have four grandchildren: Lauryn, Sydney, Addison, and Paige...
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College board maintains tuition and fees, increases housing and food
(Local News ~ 11/16/23)
NORTH PLATTE, Neb. — Mid-Plains Community College (MPCC) Board of Governors decided to keep tuition and fees stable for the 2024-25 academic year, mirroring the rates of the current academic year. However, during the regularly scheduled meeting Wednesday, the board approved a housing cost increase of $100 per semester and an 8% uptick in food expenses per semester...
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Once a freshman farm show volunteer, local man now leads Star Expos team
(Local News ~ 11/16/23)
McCOOK Neb. - A McCook man who volunteered for a local farm show as a high school freshman is now in charge of the whole thing. The McCook Farm and Ranch Expo opens Thursday, Nov. 17 and runs through Saturday at the Red Willow County Fairgrounds. As a freshman at McCook High School and FFA member, Chance Koetter volunteered to help with the McCook Farm and Ranch Expo...
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New home for raffle car
(Local News ~ 11/16/23)
Robert Smith, of Culbertson, left, receives the keys to the 2023 North Platte Community College raffle car from automotive instructor Bryan Herrick Wednesday morning. Smith won the drawing for the 1972 Pontiac Le Mans Sport in September but was not present for the announcement. ...
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Dundy board names interim county sheriff
(Local News ~ 11/16/23)
BENKELMAN, Neb. — After former Sheriff Clinton “C.J.” Smith was ousted by over 90 percent of voters, Dundy County has sworn in Interim Sheriff Ryan King, a law enforcement veteran with 15 years of experience. The recall was prompted by Smith’s failure to obtain law-enforcement credentials within the stipulated eight months after his election...
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McCook YMCA Co-Ed volleyball results
(Community Sports ~ 11/16/23)
McCOOK, Neb. — Scores from the McCook YMCA Co-Ed Adult volleyball league matches Tuesday evening: Co-Ed T&L Contracting over Low Expectations, 2-1 Serves of Steel over Red Willow Animal Clinic, 2-0 Scoop There It Is over Serves of Steel, 2-0 Winder over Low Expectations, 2-1...
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Latest and best from bowling in McCook
(Community Sports ~ 11/16/23)
Latest league results from TJ’s Family Fun Center where Scott McConville was on a roll and Maris General Construction put its foundation in second place among all league teams: Men’s Major Fullmomentum 215.5-144.5 Maris Gen. Const. 205-154 Quality Irrigation 202-155...
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Public policy must face workforce reality
(Editorial ~ 11/16/23)
A recent Carewell.com survey on the status of older workers in America sheds light on significant trends that have implications for public policy, particularly in states with a higher concentration of senior workers, such as Nebraska. Here are key takeaways and potential policy considerations:...
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McCook Fire Department loses best friend
(Local News ~ 11/16/23)
McCOOK Neb. - “Our Firehouse mascot and best friend, Axe, crossed the rainbow bridge this morning after dedicating fifteen years and 2 days to being the best firehouse dog you could ever imagine.” Chief Marc Harpham shared to Facebook on Tuesday. In every bustling firehouse, amidst the relentless alarms and heroic first responders, there is an unsung hero with a wagging tail and a heart full of bravery - the firehouse dog. ...
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McCook's mat girls look strong entering third season
(High School Sports ~ 11/16/23)
McCOOK, Neb. — Fresh off a Top 20 state finish for all classes, McCook High’s wrestling girls will hit like freight trains in the lower weights and hopefully smother any opposing hopes with new talent. “We have a good mix of experienced wrestlers and some beginning wrestlers,” coach Clint Hosick declared about the third season for this sanctioned Nebraska preps sport. “We will be strong in the lower weights.”...
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Bison put seven on C1-7 All-DIstrict football team
(High School Sports ~ 11/16/23)
McCOOK, Neb. — McCook scored one more touchdown because seven Bison earned Class C-1 District 7 honors for their efforts this fall. Seniors Brett Fraker, Patrick Gross and junior Quentin Terry all joined the C1-7 first team. Seniors Jackson Dellevoet, Mitchel Cole, sophomores Gabe Roberts and Tristan Campbell captured all-district honorable mention...
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Noel on Norris to light up McCook for third year running
(Local News ~ 11/16/23)
McCOOK, Neb. - The holiday season is set to kick off with festive flair as the McCook Chamber of Commerce presents “Noel on Norris” for the third consecutive year. Mark your calendars for Dec. 2, starting at 3 pm., as Norris Park transforms into a winter wonderland of entertainment, activities, and, of course, the magic of Christmas...
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