Madison Phares Awarded Harriet Hughes Memorial Fine Arts Student of the Year
News Staff
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
.
(402) 387-2844
News
Ainsworth Community Schools Board of Education Holds May Meeting
News Staff
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
The Ainsworth Community Schools Board of Education met for its regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, May 11. Board members present included Crystal Dailey, Frank Beel, Jake Graff, Bryan Doke, Jessica Pozehl, and Board President Brad Wilkins.
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.
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.