Stories from Tuesday, October 15, 2024

GERING, Neb. — McCook junior Kapri Loop was only three strokes from reaching the Class B state top 15 during Monday’s first round at Monument Shadows. Loop shot par on her final two holes to slice five strokes off her front-nine total — 49 to 44. Her 93 score overall was tied in 21st place after Monday’s action with Omaha Skutt senior Addison Olson owning 15th place at 90...

WAUNETA, Neb. — Trailing 25-0 and later 39-19, the Southwest Roughriders rallied for a 41-39 victory over Wauneta-Palisade Friday evening. Quarterback Houston Billeter’s 303 passing yards powered the ’Riders (4-2) past this Six-Man district opponent...

McCOOK, Neb. — When coach Joe Vetrovsky said “pack you in a phone booth”, many McCook players likely knew phone booths about as well as Ogallala’s Bronko Nagurski-like offense running at them Friday night. Rugby in a phone booth was more how the Indians used their full-house backfield, pulling guards and grinding offense to run 59 offensive plays while McCook managed just 31...

Marilyn Kadlecek Jul 1, 1933 - Sept. 26, 2024 STRATTON, Neb. - Marilyn Kadlecek, 91 of Stratton, Neb. passed away Sept. 26, 2024. Family will receive friends on Friday, Oct. 18, 2024 from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. (CT) at Benkelman Memorial Chapel, 205 Buffalo St. ...

Henry Edward Ruf Oct. 2, 1941 - Oct. 11, 2024 CAMBRIDGE, Neb. - Henry Edward Ruf went to be with the Lord on Friday, Oct. 11, 2024, after suffering a massive heart attack early that morning. A visitation and celebration of life will be held from 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2024 at the Lockenour-Jones Mortuary in Cambridge...

Jeffrey Allen Villegas Jan. 21, 1972 - Oct. 3, 2024 AUBURN, Neb. - Jeffrey Allen Villegas, son of Kathryn (Jeffers) Knepp, was born Jan. 21, 1972, in Harlan, Iowa. The family moved to McCook, Neb., where Jeff received a majority of his schooling, graduating with the class of 1993 from McCook High School...

Scott L. Porter TRENTON, Neb. - Scott L. Porter, 52, passed away unexpectedly on Sept. 18, 2024. He was a beloved son, brother, husband, dad, grandpa, and coach/teammate/friend, who will be deeply missed by all. Memorial services will be held on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. under the lights at Coach’s favorite football field in Trenton, Neb. The family requests those coached by or who played beside Scott wear their team attire...

95th birthday The family of Dolores Lawson of Hayes Center, Neb. is requesting a card shower in honor of her 95th birthday on Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2024. She was born in McCook, Neb. on Oct. 22, 1929. Dolores’ family includes children, Tim and Lisa Lawson of Hayes Center, Ed Lawson of Hayes Center, Mary Lawson of Ogallala, Neb., Michaela Lawson of Bartlesville, Okla., and Doug and Betty Lawson of Broken Arrow, Okla.; 10 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren...

McCOOK, Neb. – The Southwest Nebraska Leadership Institute (SWNLI) class kicked off in September, providing participants with hands-on experiences in local governance and agriculture. The program’s first two sessions—Government Day in September and Ag Day in October—offered valuable insights into McCook's civic and agricultural operations...

McCOOK Neb. — After acknowledging generous community support for agriculture and other school initiatives, officials reiterated reasons to support the current school bond issue. At Monday night’s McCook school board meeting, Savannah Hauxwell, the sponsor of the McCook Chapter of FFA, expressed her gratitude to the community for its continued support at the recent MPS School Board Meeting, recognizing the Kugler Co. ...

McCOOK, Neb. – Community Hospital is proud to announce its remarkable journey in the pursuit of the prestigious Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, highlighting the organization’s unwavering commitment to excellence and continuous improvement. Following a comprehensive site visit in July, Community Hospital achieved finalist status for the 2024 Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, a testament to the dedication of its staff and leadership...

HAIGLER, Neb. — Excitement is building for the 17th annual Haigler Fall Tumbleweed Festival, set for this Saturday, October 19, at the Haigler Museum grounds. The event promises a full day of family fun, beginning at noon MDT, with free admission for all attendees. Rain or shine, the festival will go on, offering a wide range of activities, delicious food, and entertainment for visitors of all ages...

McCOOK Neb. — Having been open nearly a year, the Axe House celebrated the venue’s growing popularity and recognized its recent feature on America’s Best Restaurants, which showcased its unique offerings, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Chamber Director Sarah Schneider expressed enthusiasm for The Axe House, stating, “We’re here to celebrate The Axe House and all the fun activities they provide to the community, as well as the delicious food they offer. ...

Sharon Lytle McCOOK, Neb. - Sharon Lytle, age 88 of McCook, Neb. passed away Tuesday, Oct.15, 2024 in McCook. Services are pending with Carpenter Beland Funeral Home of McCook.