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Ainsworth Community Schools Begins Classes on Thursday, August 13

Ainsworth Community Schools will open its doors to students for the 2026-27 school year on Thursday, August 13. The school has a host of new employees beginning this year.
Ainsworth Reclaims Border Cup

Ainsworth recaptured the Border Cup Saturday at the Ainsworth Golf Course, winning the annual match play event between members of the Ainsworth Golf Course and Bassett Country Club by a score of 15-1/2 to 9-1/2.
Chrome, Horsepower and Heart: Celtic Riders Rally Community for Kolter Mizner

The rumble of motorcycles and the spirit of generosity filled the roads of north central Nebraska on Saturday as the Celtic Riders hosted their annual Miles That Matter Poker Run, raising funds to help Ainsworth youngster Kolter Mizner and his family.
Century Lumber Held Summer Drawings

Century Lumber Center of Ainsworth held two drawings with entries taking place the last week of June and ending on Independence Day weekend. One drawing celebrated America’s 250th birthday.
Ainsworth Housing Authority Welcomes Montana Price as New Executive Director

We are pleased to welcome Montana Price as the new Executive Director of Park Homes. Montana will be starting in early August, as her schedule allows.

Ruth Stephens Begins Role as BC Hospital Interim CEO

News Staff

Tuesday, November 16, 2021

The Brown County Hospital Board has selected Ruth Stephens of Beatrice to fill the interim Chief Executive Offer (CEO) position. Her first day in the role was Monday, November 1st. She temporarily fills the vacancy left by John Werner, who was the CEO for three years before resigning in early October.

ACDC Along with Communities for Kids Host A Gallery Walk for Child Care Providers

News Staff

Tuesday, November 16, 2021

The Ainsworth Child Development Center (ACDC) along with Communities for Kids (C4K) hosted a Providers Gallery Walk at the Ainsworth Community Center on Monday, November 1, 2021. All area Child Care Providers and private preschool teachers in Ainsworth and Long Pine were invited to join in discussions about early childhood needs in our communities.

Ainsworth Fed Up with Nebraska Wind Since 1894

News Staff

Tuesday, November 16, 2021

Last week on November 11th and 12th, a High Wind Warning was issued by the National Weather Service for areas of Nebraska, including Brown County. Gusts were reported at 53 mph in Ainsworth, 68 mph in Springview and 71 mph in Valentine.

Ask a Master Gardener

Brenda Goeken

Tuesday, November 16, 2021

Question: My potatoes have scabs and pest damage this year. How can I prevent this next year? Common scab is caused by a bacteria-like organism called Streptomyces scabies.

Girls High School Sport Participation Skyrocketed in 50 Years Since Title IX

News Staff

Tuesday, November 16, 2021

Title IX (nine) of the Education Amendments of 1972 protects people from discrimination based on sex in education programs or activities that receive federal financial assistance. American female athletes dominated this summer’s Olympic competitions in Tokyo.

BCH Service Excellence Committee Artists Draw Uplifting Sidewalk Chalk Art Outside of Ainsworth Businesses for World Kindness Day

News Staff

Tuesday, November 16, 2021

In honor of World Kindness Day on November 13th, the artists of the Brown County Hospital Service Excellence Committee drew sidewalk chalk art outside of various organizations, businesses and downtown in order to promote kindness.

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Ainsworth Community Schools Begins Classes on Thursday, August 13

Ainsworth Reclaims Border Cup

Chrome, Horsepower and Heart: Celtic Riders Rally Community for Kolter Mizner

Century Lumber Held Summer Drawings

Ainsworth Housing Authority Welcomes Montana Price as New Executive Director

Ruth Stephens Begins Role as BC Hospital Interim CEO

ACDC Along with Communities for Kids Host A Gallery Walk for Child Care Providers

Ainsworth Fed Up with Nebraska Wind Since 1894

Ask a Master Gardener

Girls High School Sport Participation Skyrocketed in 50 Years Since Title IX

BCH Service Excellence Committee Artists Draw Uplifting Sidewalk Chalk Art Outside of Ainsworth Businesses for World Kindness Day

Do you like BBQ?

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