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Who we playing? Bison tennis still await state tourney matchups
(High School Sports ~ 05/17/22)
LINCOLN, Neb. — Come on, did anyone really think the last week of spring sports wouldn’t bring at least one more “curve ball” to McCook Bison plans? All of Class B would agree considering nobody knows who’s playing who just two days before the state tennis tournament begins...
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McCook boys qualify entire golf team for state!
(High School Sports ~ 05/17/22)
McCOOK, Neb. — The back nine was a beast but McCook High’s golfers stepped up big time to earn their Class B state tournament team spot on Monday. The Bison finished third among 12 B-4 teams at Heritage Hills, finishing 21 strokes better than Chadron for that final state-clinching spot...
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Hometown America
(Column ~ 05/17/22)
Interesting Smithsonian exhibit at the Keystone to walk around and think about. It closes on the 25th of May so don’t delay if you haven’t experienced it. The theme is rural America and we live smack dab in the middle of it. For one it made me think of Grannie and my decision to “retire” back home here in this area. ...
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Margaret Sue (Kyle) Horn
(Obituary ~ 05/17/22)
Margaret Sue (Kyle) Horn McCOOK, Neb. — Margaret Sue (Kyle) Horn, 85, of McCook, died Dec. 21, 2021, at El Dorado Manor in Trenton, Neb. A graveside memorial service is Saturday, May 21, 2022, 11 a.m., at the Palisade Cemetery, Palisade, Neb., with Sally Barbe providing remarks...
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Eugene James ‘EJ’ Bailey
(Obituary ~ 05/17/22)
Eugene James ‘EJ’ Bailey Dec. 14, 1993 - May 11, 2022 McCOOK, Neb. — Eugene James Bailey “EJ,” 28, of McCook, formerly of Chappell, sadly passed away on May 11, 2022, as the result of injuries he sustained in a motorcycle accident near McCook. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m., on Thursday, May 19, 2022, at the Chappell United Methodist Church with Pastor Scott Paxton officiating. ...
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Paula Maxine Hilker
(Obituary ~ 05/17/22)
Paula Maxine Hilker March 4, 1930 - May 12, 2022 CAMBRIDGE, Neb. — Paula Maxine Hilker, age 92, of Cambridge, Neb., passed away at the Elwood Care Center in Elwood, Neb., on May 12, 2022. She was born on March 4, 1930, at her family farm near Cambridge to William and Mabel (Ridpath) Sayer. She was one of 14 children born to the family. Maxine graduated from Holbrook High School in 1948...
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Marilyn A. O’Byrne
(Obituary ~ 05/17/22)
Marilyn A. O’Byrne Aug. 13, 1947 - April 20, 2022 TRENTON, Neb. — On the morning of Wednesday, April 20, 2022, Marilyn A. O’Byrne passed away at McCook Community Hospital. She was 74 years old. Marilyn Ann was born Aug. 13, 1947, in Stratton, Neb., as the oldest child of Joseph G. ...
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Sharon Kay (Johnson) Nicklas
(Obituary ~ 05/17/22)
Sharon Kay (Johnson) Nicklas March 8, 1951 - May 14, 2022 PLEASANT DALE, Neb. — Sharon Kay (Johnson) Nicklas, age 71, of Pleasant Dale, went home to be with Jesus on Saturday, May 14, 2022. She was born March 8, 1951, in McCook, Neb., the second child of Marion and Retha (Nutt) Johnson. ...
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Miller anniversary
(Anniversary ~ 05/17/22)
Miller anniversary Clayton and Tessa Miller were married Jan. 2, 2021, in Singapore. Due to the pandemic, many family and friends could not attend the wedding in Singapore. The Millers are having an open house Saturday, May 21, 2022, 7:30 p.m., at Marlene’s Kitchen, 38404 Road 719, McCook, for all who want to meet and congratulate the couple. ...
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McCook Educational Foundation scholarship recipients
(Community News ~ 05/17/22)
McCOOK, Neb. — The McCook Educational Foundation has announced scholarship recipients for 2022. Scholarships awarded were: 1. McCook Educational Foundation Scholarships, $1,000: Addison Randel and Tucker Gillespie 2. Albert Cuellar Scholarship, $1,000: Joslyn Hammond...
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Graduation ceremonies
(Local News ~ 05/17/22)
Assistant Principal Jake Curl presents the special Bison Award to Tucker Gillespie and Madison Tarencz-Rasmusen, who were also senior speakers at Friday’’s McCook High School graduation ceremonies at the Graff Events Center on the McCook Community College campus. Decorated mortar boards indicate the graduating class is taking to heart Gillespie’s admonition — don’t dream, set a goal and work toward it, as well as Rasmussen’s advice “don’t be afraid of change.”...
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Red Willow County GOP meeting May 24
(Local News ~ 05/17/22)
McCOOK, Neb. — The May meeting of the Red Willow County GOP will be Tuesday, May 24, at Bedore Barn-Marlene’s Kitchen 3 miles north of McCook. Coffee and fellowship begins at 6:30 pm followed by the business meeting at 7:00 pm. “We are excited to host 2 of our successful local candidates who will be moving on to the November election,” said Pam Frecks of the Red Willow County GOP, “Kathy Wilmot, the successful candidate for the University of Nebraska Board of Regents, and Elizabeth Tegtmeier, the successful candidate for the State Board of Education.”. ...
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Memorial Day services set for Culbertson cemetery
(Local News ~ 05/17/22)
CULBERTSON, Neb. — Memorial Day Services at Culbertson Cemetery. Flags will go up at 7:30 a.m. and down at 5 p.m. (weather permitting) Ceremonial service at 10:30 a.m. Lunch at Methodist Church served by the American Legion and Auxiliary. A free will offering will be accepted...
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Culbertson Alumni Banquet set for May 28
(Local News ~ 05/17/22)
The Culbertson Alumni Banquet will be held at the Culbertson Fairgrounds May 28 2022. Doors open at 5, dinner at 6. Bring a covered dish and your table service to participate in a fun evening of fellowship and walks down memory lane. Honor class is 1972, come and see if they fulfilled their prophecy...
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Career Day
(Local News ~ 05/17/22)
Great Plains Communications crews demonstrate a “cherry picker” to Central Elementary fourth-graders Monday. Others taking part in Careers on Wheels included McCook Fire & Rescue, McCook Police and Nebraska Public Power District.
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Honoring EMS professionals
(Letter to the Editor ~ 05/17/22)
The 47th annual Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week will be observed from May 15 — May 21, 2022. Every day, in communities across the country, Emergency Medical Service (EMS) professionals put their lives on the line to meet the needs of others. Their courage to serve our community, especially in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic, has been a lifeline over the past two years and beyond. ...
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'Goose roundup' gets go-ahead
(Local News ~ 05/17/22)
McCOOK, Neb. — City officials have a choice when it comes to Barnett Park: operate it as a park as it was designed, or let it become a goose sanctuary. The City Council voted to give the USDA the go-ahead for a “goose roundup” in the park during the molting season in June...
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DC-S senior, S.V. Eagles qualify for state golf meet
(High School Sports ~ 05/17/22)
NORTH PLATTE, Neb. — Southern Valley’s golfers took third at the D-4 district tournament and have qualified for state next week. The Eagles shot 416 overall with Matthew Henderson’s 91, 102 from Braxton Hammond, Kamnden Bose with 105, Braden Holste (118) and Dalton Burgeson (120)...
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Fourth and fifth grade results from McCook track-field
(High School Sports ~ 05/17/22)
McCOOK, Neb. — Top three placers from the McCook Elementary School track and field meet last week. Fourth grade GIRLS Long jump: 1. Lilyanna Strauch 10’5”; 2. Avery Davidson 9’10”; 2. Rylynn Morgan 9’10”; 3. Tenlee Anderson 9’9”. Frisbee throw: 1. Ella Miner 21 yards; 2. Gabriella Gomez 18 yards; 3. Kennedy Fichtner 16.7 yards. Softball throw: 1. Beyonce Edwards 30 yards; 2. Scarlet Thayer 25 yards; 3. Tyler Bethell 25 yards; 3. Alice Montes 25 yards...
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MCC baseball team lands six on All-Region IX
(High School Sports ~ 05/17/22)
McCOOK, Neb. — Six members of the McCook Community College baseball team have been named to 2022 All-Region IX teams. Two players were named to the first team, one to the second team and three players received honorable mention. Sophomores Daniel Bannon and Zack Beatty were selected to the first team. Sophomore Ethan Fritz was named to the second team and receiving honorable mention were sophomores Caleb Eiguren, Max Mrakovic and freshman Ethan Murdoch...
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McCook heating up its summer MFL preparation
(High School Sports ~ 05/17/22)
McCOOK, Neb. — The McCook Football League will again be run for individuals entering 5th-8th Grades this summer. “Due to large enrollment expected, we are asking for parents to enroll their athletes as soon as possible so that we may address equipment needs,” director Joe Vetrovsky explained...
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Buffs take second at NWKL, Red Devil wins vault
(High School Sports ~ 05/17/22)
ATWOOD, Kan. — Rawlins County’s Michaela Rippe earned three Northwest Kansas League championships as the Buffaloes were second overall at Thursday’s track-field meet. Rippe won the 100 meters, long jump and helped a 1600-meterRawlins relay all finish first...
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