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Brown County Commissioners Hold First Meeting of May

News Staff

Wednesday, May 13, 2026

The Brown County Commissioners met for their first of two regularly scheduled meetings in May. All three commissioners were present, including Jeremiah Dailey, Dennis Bauer, and Don Painter.

Recent Cases from Brown County Court

News Staff

Wednesday, May 13, 2026

In Addition to Fines, Each Case Carries $50 in Court Costs Johanna M. Missak, age 57, of Omaha, charged with speeding 16-20 mph over the limit, fined $200.

Area Students Compete at Madison High School Rodeo

News Staff

Wednesday, May 13, 2026

Saturday, May 9 Bareback riding – 1. Trevor Burdick, Wood Lake, 63 points.

Legislative Notes

Senator Tanya Storer - 43rd District

Wednesday, May 13, 2026

The Power and Privilege of the Ballot As this week’s election took place on Tuesday, May 12, it is a good time to pause and reflect on both the privilege and responsibility that come with the right to vote. Whether an election is local, statewide, or national, every ballot cast helps shape the future of our communities and our country.

All Things Nebraska

Paul Hammel, Retired Senior Contributor, Nebraska

Wednesday, May 13, 2026

‘Hall of Hot Winds’ Gasses up for Election Season Rumors are as common around the State Capitol as brome grass in a roadside ditch. It’s not called “The Hall of Hot Winds” for nothing, And that rumor mill gets cranked up big time during election season, when there’s speculation aplenty about who is running and who is not, and who can win and who cannot.

Ainsworth Senior Center News

News Staff

Wednesday, May 6, 2026

Activities

Thursday, May 7th: 11 a.m. - Noon - Pool; 1 p.m. - Bible Study.

Friday, May 8th: 11 a.m. - Noon - Pool; 1 p.m. - Bridge.

Saturday, May 9th: 1 p.m. - Cards.

Monday, May 11th: 11 a.m. - Noon - Pool; 2 p.m. - Rummikub; 6 p.m. - Pinochle.

Tuesday, May 12th: 11 a.m. - Noon - Pool; 1 p.m. - Pinochle.

Wednesday, May 13th: 10:45 a.m. - Exercise; 11 a.m. - Noon - Pool; 1 p.m. - Pitch.

Thursday, May 14th: 8 a.m. - Noon - Toenail Clinic; 11 a.m. - Noon - Pool; 1 p.m. - Bible Study; 5 p.m. - Board Meeting.

Sandhills Care Center News

News Staff

Wednesday, May 6, 2026

Activities

Thursday, May 7th: 10:30 a.m. - Bible Study with Cindy; 2:30 p.m. - One on Ones.

Friday, May 8th: 10:30 a.m. - Farkle; 2:30 p.m. - Happy Hour.

Saturday, May 9th: Movie and Treats.

Sunday, May 10th: 3 p.m. - Church Service with Pastor Gary.

Monday, May 11th: 10:30 a.m. - Arts and Crafts; 2:30 p.m. - Shish Kebab Outside.

Tuesday, May 12th: 10:30 a.m. - Manicures; 2:30 p.m. - Volleyball.

Wednesday, May 13th: 10:30 a.m. - Group Puzzle; 2:30 p.m. - Bingo.

Seniors Adolfo Rojas Salazar and Megan Jones were honored with the John Nelson Sportsmanship Award.

58th Annual All-Sports Tailgate Held at Ainsworth Community Schools

News Staff

Wednesday, May 6, 2026

Witten Painter was the only Ainsworth High School senior to receive a 12-sport athlete award Tuesday during the 58th annual All-Sports Tailgate Party, hosted by the Ainsworth Lions Club. Not only was Painter a 12-sport athlete, he received letters in football, basketball and track and field in each of his four high school seasons.

Sandhills Prairie Refuge Association to Host “June Hike to Buffalo Bridge”

News Staff

Wednesday, May 6, 2026

The Sandhills Prairie Refuge Association (SPRA) is excited to host a community guided hike on Saturday, June 6, at the Fort Niobrara National Wildlife Refuge. The “June Hike to Buffalo Bridge” offers a unique opportunity for residents and visitors to explore the Wilderness Access Foot Trail and witness the stunning beauty of the Niobrara National Scenic River.

Area Students to Graduate from UNK on May 8

News Staff

Wednesday, May 6, 2026

Graduate and undergraduate degrees will be conferred for 739 spring graduates at University of Nebraska at Kearney commencement exercises 10 a.m. Friday, May 8, at UNK’s Health and Sports Center.