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Local firework vendors expect weekend rush for Fourth of July
Local firework vendors expect weekend rush for Fourth of July
Lorri Sughroue - McCook Gazette
McCOOK, Neb. — Fireworks retailers in McCook expect business to explode heading into the Fourth of July weekend after a slow start to the selling season.
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    Omaha pastor rebuilds after rare neurological condition (7/2/26)1
    OMAHA, Neb. — For years, Omaha pastor Scott Beckenhauer has encouraged others to trust God through life’s greatest uncertainties. Week after week, he stood before his congregation preaching hope,...
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    Local Extension crop condition update through July 3 (7/2/26)
    Moisture continues to be a challenge for Red Willow County, currently almost the entire county is in a D3 drought (Extreme Drought).
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    Small efforts to create new political parties cause large accusations (7/2/26)
    OMAHA — A petition is making its way around Omaha, seeking to put a new political party on the ballot for Nebraska’s November 2026 election.
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    McCook man arrested in North Platte at Nebraskaland Days festivities (7/2/26)
    NORTH PLATTE, Neb. — During the Nebraskaland Days festival at Wild West Arena in North Platte from June 17 through 27, officers with the North Platte Police Department responded to 762 calls for...
  • City to discuss St. Catherine’s (7/2/26)
  • Local firework vendors expect weekend rush for Fourth of July (7/2/26)
  • Admission is free at Nebraska State Historical sites on 4th of July (7/2/26)
  • McCook Community College accepting submissions for alumni art show (7/2/26)
  • A special way to celebrate (6/30/26)
  • Cruisin’ the Bricks classic car show sets new record for vehicle entries (6/30/26)
  • MPD assists FBI, leads to major arrests (6/30/26)
  • Former McCook NAPA manager faces sentencing in theft case (6/30/26)
  • McCook Chamber presents leadership, service awards (6/30/26)
  • Newspaper publisher coalition sues AI companies for alleged theft of copyrighted materials (6/26/26)
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    What a late show! Down 4-1, MNB wins 5-4 big league thriller
  • McCook 'Y' has sparkly new look before holiday (7/2/26)
  • Home runs ignite 10-run MNB first; Seniors host Loomis tonight (7/2/26)
  • Run, Run-dle, run! MNB Juniors rally for 5-4 win at Imperial (7/2/26)
  • Ouch! MNB Seniors dealing with some injuries during great run (7/2/26)
  • MNB Seniors reach 20 wins this season at Holdrege's expense (7/1/26)
  • Cambridge, Arapahoe, Kansans reach high places at Norton (7/1/26)
  • McCook and area swim team top placers from Cozad Saturday (7/1/26)
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    Wanda Lewis (6/30/26)
    Wanda Lewis May 21, 1936 - June 23, 2026 SEWARD, Neb. — Wanda Lewis passed away peacefully on June 23, 2026. She was born on May 21, 1936, as the eldest of five daughters to George and Eleanor...
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    Lisa Lorane Miles (6/30/26)
    Lisa Lorane Miles Feb. 22, 1964 - June 22, 2026 McCOOK, Neb. — Lisa Lorane Miles was born Feb. 22, 1964, to Ronald Dale Scott and Janet Elaine (Doak) in McCook, Nebraska. She received her GED from...
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    Karen Judy Brown (6/26/26)
    Karen Judy Brown April 24, 1939 - June 21, 2026 McCOOK, Neb. — Karen Judy Brown, 87, passed away peacefully on June 21, 2026, at Hillcrest Nursing Home. Karen was born in Culbertson, Nebraska on...
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    Mel and Jerry Miller anniversary (7/2/26)
    50th anniversary The family of Mel and Jerry Miller of rural McCook is requesting a card shower in honor of the couple’s 50th wedding anniversary on July 10, 2026. They were married in McCook at St....
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    Garretson anniversary (6/19/26)
    70th anniversary Stan and Ellen Garretson are joyfully celebrating their 70th wedding anniversary. They were married July 15, 1956 at the First Christian Church in Othello, Washington. They will...
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    60th wedding anniversary (6/9/26)
    Bob and Connie Olsen of McCook, Neb., are holding a card shower for their 60th wedding anniversary. The couple wed June 12, 1966, and were blessed with three children, eight grandchildren and a new...
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    Patricia “Pat” Ann (Rogers) Schmid (6/25/26)
    Patricia “Pat” Ann (Rogers) Schmid March 2, 1935 - June 23, 2026 McCOOK, Neb. — Patricia “Pat” Ann (Rogers) Schmid, age 91, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at Community Hospital...
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    Harry “Don” Wolfe, Jr. (6/25/26)
    Harry “Don” Wolfe, Jr. July 30, 1952 - June 20, 2026 McCOOK, Neb. — Harry “Don” Wolfe, Jr., 73, of McCook, formerly of Overton, Nebraska, passed away on June 20, 2026, at Kearney Regional Medical...
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    Edwin Scott (Eddy) Peterman (6/23/26)
    Edwin Scott (Eddy) Peterman April 21, 1997 - March 18, 2026 ST. GEORGE, Kan. — It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Edwin Scott (Eddy) Peterman, a beloved father, friend, and...
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  • Editorial: OPINION: An update about the Gazette (6/9/26)
    Readers will notice some familiar names help-ing strengthen the McCook Gazette in the weeks ahead. Lorri Sughroue, a longtime Gazette reporter, is returning as a general assignment and feature...
  • Editorial: OPINION - See you at Buffalo Commons Storytelling and Music Festival (6/5/26)
    McCook residents do not have to leave town to find a good show, hear great music, enjoy a meal, take in art, learn some history or give children something memorable to do. They can find...
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206 East 3 Thur. 3-7 Fri. 3-7 Sat. 8-3 Tools, ammo, guns, knives, coin items, toys & dolls, quilts, organ w/stand, concrete tools, thermal blankets, lots of misc. items. No checks please. Cash only.
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Opaa Foods in McCook Public Schools have IMMEDIATE positions available. Kitchen Staff, FT/PT/& Subs. Apply at opaajobs.com. Details call Tammy at 340-5999.
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Can you run an ad for us that Southwest Public schools is seeking substitute teachers at the elementary and high school for the 26-27 school year. The pay is $165 a day. Please send an email to drew.billeter@swpschools.org or call the school at 308-692-3223 to be placed on the substitute teacher list.
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Sale Date: Sat. July 11 Time: 10:00 am Person having sale: Dave & Lori Clough Location: 4-H Building, Red Willow Fairgrounds, McCook, NE Main items for sale: Household, Misc Items, Tools & Related, John Dere 4052M, Husqvarna Zero Turn Mower, 2023 4 Wheel Car Trailer, Briggs & Stratton EX675 High Wheeled DR Trimmer, Husqvarna 24CF 52LS Riding Lawn Mower, Many other items too numerous to mention. Auctioneer Co. Youngs Auction Service See Big Nickel: 6/25/26
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