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Cassandra Cole, Erick Hitchcock, Kristofer Hitchcock and Miranda Phares participated in Masonic Band Camp.

Ainsworth Students Attend Masonic Band Camp

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Wednesday, June 17, 2026

Four Ainsworth Community Schools students were among 101 high school students from across Nebraska who participated in the 30th annual Masonic All-Star Marching Band, which performed Saturday, June 6, during Shrine Bowl festivities in Kearney.

North Central District Health Department Launches AED Pad Replacement Mini-Grant

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Wednesday, June 17, 2026

The North Central District Health Department (NCDHD), in partnership with the American Heart Association (AHA), is excited to announce the launch of the AED Pad Replacement Mini-Grant Program. This funding opportunity is designed to help community organizations maintain lifesaving Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs).

This Week in History: Ainsworth Star-Journal Front Page Articles from 25, 50, 75, and 100 Years Ago

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Wednesday, June 17, 2026

June 20, 2001 25 Years Ago 'Meadville Fourth of July Plans Underway' Plans are underway for the 115th Annual Meadville 4th of July Celebration. This year, “Rustler's Ride” “Meadville to Dallas, SD or Bust” will begin on June 29 and end on July 3.

Brown County Hospital Holds Golf Tournament

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Wednesday, June 17, 2026

The Three River Communications team of Troy Brodbeck, Chad Pierce, Bryce Coleman and Matt Morrison fired a 5-under par round of 31 to win the championship flight of the annual Brown County Hospital Foundation four-person scramble golf tournament Friday at the Ainsworth Golf Course.

The Forage Minute

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Wednesday, June 17, 2026

BREAK-EVEN FORAGE PRODUCTION: IS YOUR PASTURE PAYING ITS WAY? By: Shannon Sand Is your pasture paying its way? This is a question I have heard lately with regards to changing input costs. Before your cattle hit the field, here's a quick way to check if your pasture covers its costs.

Tayson Stiehl (left) and Teigen Marbry (right) won the 2026 fishing competition and the pair will attend the national competition later this summer.

Teigen Marbry and Tayson Stiehl Win Fishing Tournament

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Wednesday, June 17, 2026

Teigen Marbry and Tayson Stiehl won the 2026 South Dakota B.A.S.S. Nation State Championship High School Division.

The D.C. Lynch Carnival was held on Main Street in Ainsworth June 12-14. Above is Dustin Dailey with his children Chazlee and Dawson.

D.C. Lynch Carnival Held in Ainsworth

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Wednesday, June 17, 2026

Several area artists were given awards at the state showcase in Ogallala.

Local Artists Receive Recognition at State Show

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Wednesday, June 17, 2026

“All Trails Lead to Art” was the theme for the Association of Nebraska Art Club's 61st annual Exhibition and Conference held in Ogallala. The Sand Painters Art Club was well-represented with 18 pieces in the exhibition of nearly 300 pieces.

The Ainsworth American Legion held a flag disposal for tattered or ripped flags on Flag Day, Sunday, June 14.

American Legion Held Flag Disposal

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Wednesday, June 17, 2026

Alpha Delta is Offering Scholarships

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Wednesday, June 17, 2026

The Alpha Delta Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma Sorority, a teacher honorary, is offering scholarships to local students who have chosen to pursue a career in education. Interested students with at least 60 college credit hours may apply.

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