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Junkies and Sons earn Vegas trips
(Community Sports ~ 06/15/18)
NORTH PLATTE, Neb. — “Second Sons” from TJ’s Family Fun Center in McCook and “Pool Junkies” from Frank’s in Trenton will advance to the American Poolplayers Association (APA) World Pool Championships in Las Vegas after winning the Western Nebraska APA 8-Ball World Qualifiers recently at the North Platte Eagles Club...
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Kansas man happy he still has a filing cabinet
(Column ~ 06/15/18)
You’ve probably seen the meme floating around your social media feed: “Five things nobody keeps in their house anymore” The list: DVDs, CDs, file cabinets, wall calendars and take-out menus. Probably true for a lot of us, in the days of smartphones, iPads and streaming media...
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The good old days were good for everybody
(Column ~ 06/15/18)
I was a child of the ’50s and life was pretty perfect back then. There were few regulations, we minded our parents, there were no school shootings or gang violence and we could do practically anything we wanted to do, provided we came home before the street lights came on. ...
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Developer asks for approval of new subdivision
(Local News ~ 06/15/18)
McCOOK, Neb. — A request for a new subdivision and a schedule concerning the budget is on tap for the McCook City Council at its regular meeting Monday night, 6:30 p.m. at City Council Chambers in the city municipal building. The public hearing for citizen input will open the meeting, on the request from Dwight Gallatin of McCook to create a minor housing subdivision, prospectively named Dwight Gallatin Subdivision...
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Wayne R. Richards
(Obituary ~ 06/15/18)
Wayne R. Richards March 7, 1922 - June 13, 2018 McCOOK, Neb. — Wayne R. Richards, 96, of McCook, formerly of the Hamlet, Neb., community, died Wednesday (June 13, 2018), at Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney, Neb. Visitation is Monday, June 18, 2018,10. a.m. to 7 p.m (Central Time) at Herrmann- Jones Funeral Chapel in McCook...
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Jerry Keith Traylor
(Obituary ~ 06/15/18)
Jerry Keith Traylor July 14, 1954 - June 10, 2018 PHOENIX, Ariz. — Jerry Keith Traylor, motivational speaker and author who inspired countless individuals, died on June 10, 2018, in Phoenix, Arizona. Born two months prematurely at McCook’s St. Catherine’s Hospital on July 14, 1954, his very survival was at risk. He was quickly flown to Children’s Hospital in Denver, where he received two blood transfusions in his first three weeks of life...
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Betsy A. Holste
(Obituary ~ 06/15/18)
Betsy A. Holste Aug. 21, 1952 - June 13, 2018 LUDELL, Kan. — Betsy A Holste, 65, of Ludell, died June 13, 2018, at her home in Union Township. She was born Aug. 21, 1952, in Atwood, Kan., to Harry E. Wigner, Sr. and Margery E. (Lewis) Wigner. Betsy grew up on the family farm east of Atwood and attended school in Atwood, where she was valedictorian of her graduating class of 1970. ...
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Saalfeld, Weissert engagement
(Engagement ~ 06/15/18)
Saalfeld, Weissert Jaci Saalfeld and Mason Weissert of McCook, Neb., announce their engagement and upcoming wedding. Parents of the bride-to-be are Mindy Saalfeld of McCook and the late Bill Saalfeld. Parents of the prospective bridegroom are Scott and Lyanne Weissert of Elwood, Neb. Grandparent is Charlot Wiliams of Elwood...
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Stevens anniversary
(Anniversary ~ 06/15/18)
60th anniversary The family of Jack and Norma Stevens of McCook is requesting a card shower in honor of the couple’s 60th wedding anniversary. They were married June 22, 1958, at the Congregational Church in McCook. Their family includes children, Laura (Erik) Olson of McCook, Paul (Becky) Stevens of Lincoln, Neb., and Warren (Sarah) Stevens of Spokane, Wash.; grandchildren, Abby, Christian, Isaiah, William, Stella, Joseph, Jonah, Ethan and Emmy; and one great-grandchild, M. ...
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McArthur anniversary
(Anniversary ~ 06/15/18)
50th anniversary The family of John and Paula McArthur of McCook is requesting a card shower in honor of the couple’s 50th wedding anniversary. They were married June 28, 1968, at the First Congregational Church in McCook. Their family includes children, Angela McArthur of Houston, Texas, John (Lori) McArthur of Kearney, Neb., Jeff (Barb) McArthur of Cambridge, Neb., Denise McArthur of Houston, Amanda McArthur and Becky (Jake) Bauer of Lincoln, Neb.; 16 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. ...
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Behind-the-scenes people
(Column ~ 06/15/18)
The Cemetery Tour was a hot success in more ways than one! We certainly didn’t have to worry about being rained out this time though a few clouds would have been a welcomed addition. Kuddos to the actors and the audience for braving the heat. One of the persons portrayed was Cora (French) Evans who was suggested by Candy Crosby. Candy had discovered Cora, developed her story, and when the portrayer was ill Sunday, stepped in and told Cora’s story sans costume...
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Police chief says false reporting will be prosecuted
(Local News ~ 06/15/18)
McCOOK, Neb. — Police and sheriff’s officers responded to a McCook home after a 911 caller said he was hiding in a closet after intruders had entered his home. When they arrived at that address, however, the residents knew nothing about the call. It may have been an attempted “Swatting,” a false report of a hostage or other situation that brings a strong police response...
- Sunrise silhouette (Local News ~ 06/15/18)
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New McCook dentist happy to return to home state
(Local News ~ 06/15/18)
McCOOK, Neb. — Although he’s new in town, Jeff Blomstedt’s recent move to McCook felt like a homecoming for the Doctor of Dental Surgery. That’s because Dr. Blomstedt is returning to Western Nebraska after serving patients in Farmington, N.M. for the first two years of his dental career...
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Benkelman recognized for economic leadership
(Local News ~ 06/15/18)
LINCOLN, Neb. — The Nebraska Department of Economic Development (DED) has named the City of Benkelman (pop. 857) as the state’s newest member of the State of Nebraska’s Leadership Certified Community program. DED Business Development Consultant Ashley Rice-Gerlach recognized local leaders during a special presentation at the City of Benkelman’s board meeting on Tuesday...
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Herrmann-Jones hammers Holdrege
(Community Sports ~ 06/15/18)
McCOOK, Neb. — Kalyn Gaston’s three hits and four runs helped the Hermann-Jones Bison dominate throughout an 18-5 home win over Holdrege Thursday evening. Gaston tripled, singled twice and walked as the Bison scored in four of five innings. They only needed eight hits thanks to Holdrege pitchers also handing out 14 walks...
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Pinnacle boys fight off Cozad
(Community Sports ~ 06/15/18)
McCOOK, Neb. — A furious five-run Cozad rally couldn’t stop Pinnacle Bank from building its win streak to five with the 10-9 home win Thursday evening. The McCook boys (6-4 record) built a 10-4 advance thanks to Cameron Werkmeister’s two doubles, three RBIs from Jayden Karp and eight different players scoring runs...
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Speedy Rebellion in McCook
(Community Sports ~ 06/15/18)
McCook’s Hayden Johnson (8) is clearly too fast for this throw during the Rebels’ fast-pitch softball victory at the Jaycees Complex Thursday evening.
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Different ways for summer fun in McCook
(Community Sports ~ 06/15/18)
Sure, there is the swimming pool and swim lessons at the YMCA. There are the fitness classes, the weight room and the cardio equipment. And of course, there are the adult and youth sports every season. But several activities - which are just a little bit different - are kicking off the summer...
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Bison alum ready for a Saturday in Wild West
(Community Sports ~ 06/15/18)
McCOOK, Neb. — She’s a devoted pig shower, water skier and camper who’s not afraid to take an all-terrain vehicle through Colorado mountains. Yet Bailey Honn’s big smile Thursday afternoon was really focused on leaping ahead into Saturday night and the second annual Wild West All-Star Volleyball Classic...
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MCC Boosters name top 2017-18 athletes
(College Sports ~ 06/15/18)
McCOOK, Neb. — Six McCook Community College student/athletes were selected by their respective coaches to be recognized for the 2017-2018 academic year as Athletes of the Year in their individual sports. Men’s Baseball: Jake Sanford, Cole Harbour, Nova Scotia...
- Wyona C. "Nonie" Dailey (Obituary ~ 06/15/18)
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Robert T. Korb, Sr.
(Obituary ~ 06/15/18)
Services are pending with Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel of McCook.
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