Stories from Friday, April 17, 2026

Three days on from Tuesday’s candidate forum, the work continues. There is still writing to finish over the weekend, but it is worth pausing to offer a few words of thanks. Though there are elements that may be refined before the general election, the event was, by any measure, a success...

McCOOK, Neb. — It was all just a dream. Or so she thought. Edna June Jolly of McCook went to sleep one evening like she always does, but had a dream that inspired an adventure. Now, Jolly, who will turn a century old in February, can call herself an author...

BEAVER CITY, Neb. — Dennis Wayne Clason, age 79, of Beaver City, Nebraska passed away on Wednesday, April 15, 2026...

GERING, Neb. – After a scheduling change this week, the McCook Community College golf team finished in fourth place at the two-day tournament held at Monument Shadows Golf Course. Weather concerns cancelled the Central Wyoming tournament scheduled meet this week in Riverton, so coaches put together a two-day tournament at Monument Shadows Golf Course in Gering, Neb...

McCOOK, Neb. — McCook High’s tennis girls smashed into a glorious weekend with double beatdowns of Holdrege and Ogallala Thursday afternoon. Bison 10, Indians 2 SINGLES No. 1: Abby Schneider, MC, won 9-7 over B. Robb No. 2: Abi Thompson, MC, won 8-1 over C. Gager...

McCOOK, Neb. — The family of Neva Korell is hosting a party and card shower in celebration of Ms. Korell’s 90th birthday...