Stories from Friday, December 6, 2024

McCook High’s freshman reserves worked their way past North Platte for a 39-29 home win Thurdsay afternoon Leighton Anderson (52) attacks a potential trip along the baseline as she whips this pass past two Bulldogs. Below left, Alice Weimer (52) starts the fast break which North Platte could not match. No details were obtained on the ensuing boys’ contest...

Dorothy Ann Moore April 30, 1933 - Nov. 28, 2024 OBERLIN, Kan. - Dorothy Ann Moore, 91, of Oberlin, Kan., passed away early Thanksgiving morning, in hospice care, Thursday, Nov. 28, 2024, at her daughter’s home in rural McLouth, Kan. “Sweet” Dorothy was born April 30, 1933, at the family farm, the daughter of Richard F. ...

Bethene Marie (Lunbery) Lines Dec. 9, 1932 - Dec. 1, 2024 IMPERIAL, Neb. - Bethene Marie (Lunbery) Lines, age 91 of Imperial, went to her heavenly home on Dec. 1, 2024 at Great Plains Health in North Platte, Neb. with her three children by her side...

Anna LaBay McCook Gazette McCOOK, Neb. – The Shed opened its doors at the end of November, welcoming the community with a unique offering. After many years away, owners Bob and Susan Ihrig moved back to McCook in 2020. “We both graduated in 1969 and met at McCook Junior College, where we attended on music scholarships. We’ve been together ever since,” Bob explained. “In 1974, we left McCook to pursue our dreams and returned in 2020, right at the height of COVID.”...

McCOOK, Neb. - In an age of LED lights, digital displays, and holographic Christmas trees, McCook proudly holds onto a unique and decidedly low-tech Christmas tradition: Santa Claus Lane. Every December, Norris Avenue transforms into an array of hand-painted plywood cutouts—artful reminders of a bygone era, steeped in local history and community spirit...

CURTIS Neb. – Del and Bev Vanderwerff of Curtis, Nebraska, couldn’t be prouder of their granddaughters, who are set to make history as they all compete in the prestigious NCAA Division I Volleyball Tournament. This remarkable family achievement features three sisters – Amelia, Olivia Mae, and Virginia Vanderwerff – showcasing their talent and dedication on one of the biggest stages in collegiate athletics...

McCOOK, Neb.- The Dec. 9 McCook Public School’s board meeting will focus on the recently released AQuESTT classifications from the Nebraska Department of Education. These classifications assess school performance based on various factors, most notably the NSCAS and ACT scores from last spring...

McCOOK, Neb. - The McCook Gazette is pleased to announce that Michael O’Dell has assumed the role of Editor, effective Dec. 1, 2024. O’Dell brings over three decades of experience in publishing and journalism, dating back to 1994 when he launched Frantik magazine in Denver...

BENKELMAN, Neb. - Clinton “C.J.” Smith, 43, once served as the sheriff of Dundy County, but his tenure ended in controversy and a recall by voters in November 2023 for failing to secure his law enforcement certification. Soon after, an inventory of the sheriff’s office revealed that four department-owned Glock handguns were unaccounted for...

OXFORD, Neb. — Myla Emery’s 20 points for Minden spoiled the first Southern Valley girls’ game since last year’s state finals, 55-50, Thursday evening. Emery made nine of her free throws to help the Southwest Conferenc Whippets protect a lead throughout this season opener for both teams...

CURTIS, Neb. — The Southwest Roughriders and Meidicne Valley Raiders both delivered impressive opening basketball wins Thursday evening. GIRLS Southwest 63, Med Valley 23 The Southwest girls started hot with 37 first-half points and never looked back...

In an era when cynicism about government runs deep, it is refreshing to witness genuine representation at work. Today, Southwest Nebraska has cause for celebration as our Congressional representative, Adrian Smith, successfully passed the first trial of legislation that addresses a matter close to our hearts. ...

CAMBRIDGE, Neb. —The Hitchcock County Falcons flew to a 9-1 start and never trailed Tuesday night during their 33-26 victory over host Cambridge. Senior Kaiah Johnson’s nine points powered a balanced attack which featured seven Falcons in the scoring column...

OVERTON, Neb. — A 22-4 second quarter doomed the Arapahoe boys during their 61-42 loss at Overton Thursday night. Arapahoe (0-1) was trying to achieve a varsity sweep after the girls’ impressive 55-42 opening win. Gage Gooden’s 10 points topped these Warriors while Alex Diaz scored seven, Eli Shafer six and Grayson Koller five points...

McCOOK, Neb. — There’s no coasting into basketball season when the Chase County Longhorns arrive for McCook’s varsity season openers tonight. Chase County brings a talented group with many part of the 22-win volleyball team this fall. McNair has been a familiar problem for McCook covering almost an entire decade, and Landree put in 25 points last year even though coach Amy Scheil’s Bison prevailed...

VERTON, Neb. —Freshman Taytum Roskop hit all seven of her field goals and totaled 16 points in Arapahoe’s 55-42 win at Overton Thursday night. Sophomore Clara Hilker nearly matched that amazing pace with seven-for-eight shooting and another 16 points...

Paul Johnson CAMBRIDGE, Neb. - Paul Johnson, of Cambridge, passed away early Friday morning, December 6, 2024 at Tri Valley Health in Cambridge. He was 93 years of age. Services are pending at this time. Online condolences may be left at lockenour.com. Lockenour-Jones Mortuary of Cambridge is entrusted with arrangements...