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The BKR 4-H program officially kicked off their summer reading program at libraries in Springview and Bassett. This year readers are challenged to “Unearth a Story” and travel back in time through books to learn more about dinosaurs.

North Central District Health Department (NCDHD) in coordination with Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) has confirmed the first human case of West Nile Virus (WNV) in Nebraska for the 2026 season. The case was identified within the NCDHD jurisdiction.

June 27, 2001 25 Years Ago 'School Board Purchased Property for $70,000' Ainsworth Board of Education for School District #10 met in special session, Monday, June 25, at 8 p.m. to discuss purchasing property for off street parking.

The civil defense siren sounded in Ainsworth twice late Monday afternoon, June 15. The first call came in just after 4 p.m.

The Lord has given most of us a good life filled with blessings, but with me, no matter how much “stuff” we accumulate, it does not bring spiritual contentment or joy. And in all honesty, it’s not supposed to. I’ve been around a while, and lately I’m rarely pleased with anything. I realize I’m probably too picky, but I have a standard that simply wants what I pay for.

June 14th The Ainsworth Volunteer Fire Department responded to a fire alarm at Ainsworth Community Schools. The fire department reported that there was not a fire after walking the school and reset the alarm.

Prairie View Gospel Barn is bringing Grammy-nominated, three-time International Bluegrass Music Association vocal group of the year and video of the year Authentic Unlimited on Sunday, June 28. “I cannot emphasize enough how talented these men are and how excited we are to have them at the Barn,” Geoff Smith wrote on the Gospel Barn Facebook page.

The 43rd Army Band is set to play at the East City Park on Wednesday, June 24. Admission is free, and there are no tickets required.

A UTV accident Wednesday morning, June 17, claimed the life of a 63-year-old Long Pine man. According to Brown County Sheriff Brent Deibler, at approximately 5:58 a.m.

Ainsworth High School graduate Witten Painter has been named as the 2025-26 KBRB Athlete of the Year. Selected by the school’s coaches, faculty and A Club, the Athlete of the Year is presented to a senior class member who excelled both on the playing field and court as well as in the classroom and the community.