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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.

Matt Innis Speaks Out Against Proposed Health Education Standards

News Staff

Tuesday, August 3, 2021

Approximately 60 people attended a meeting in Ainsworth on July 30th to listen to Matt Innis speak out against proposed Nebraska Health Education Standards drafted by the Nebraska Department of Education.

NPPD Hosting Sunwise Community Solar Open House August 10th

News Staff

Tuesday, August 3, 2021

Residential and commercial customers of Nebraska Public Power District who live in Ainsworth will have the opportunity to learn more about the city’s SunWise community solar program on Tuesday, August 10th from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Ainsworth Community Center meeting room at 606 E. 4th St. The solar facility, already under construction, is expected to come online early this fall.

To AHS Senior Gabe Allen “Return to Normal” Means Something a Little Different

News Staff

Tuesday, August 3, 2021

“Return to normal” has been a common theme of 2021 since the COVID-19 pandemic of 2020 created a “new normal” for many. For Gabe Allen, “return to normal” means playing sports, enjoying hobbies and having fun like he did prior to March 2020 when he was paralyzed by Gullain-Barre Syndrome.

Ben Allen of Ainsworth Among Four on Wildcat Track & Field Team to Earn All-Academic Honors

News Staff

Tuesday, July 27, 2021

Four individuals and the Wayne State College men’s track and field team received All-Academic honors from the U.S. Track and Field and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA) released July 22nd by the coaches’ association office in New Orleans, LA.

Ainsworth Women’s Golf League Standings

News Staff

Tuesday, July 27, 2021

The Ainsworth Women’s Golf League golfed on Wednesday, July 21st. Low Team Scramble scores for the evening were: Two over par, 38, shot by the team of Jen Martin, Ann Hoch and Wendy Wilkins and tied with a three over par, 39 were the teams of Julie Micheel, Stephanie Kinzie and Kathy Worrell and Brenda Konkoleski, Danielle Palmer, Chelsey Peterson and Rylee Pierce.

Ainsworth Men’s Golf League

News Staff

Tuesday, July 27, 2021

Four golfers shared the top spot Thursday during men’s league golf at the Ainsworth Golf Course. Cory Brodbeck, Brett Knoetzel, Graig Kinzie and Nick Martin each posted even-par rounds of 36 Thursday, finishing one shot ahead of Logan Leach and Cody Goochey, who shot 1-over par rounds of 37. Jesse Owen, Chuck Whitney and Dallas Fowler carded rounds of 39.

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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

Matt Innis Speaks Out Against Proposed Health Education Standards

NPPD Hosting Sunwise Community Solar Open House August 10th

To AHS Senior Gabe Allen “Return to Normal” Means Something a Little Different

Ben Allen of Ainsworth Among Four on Wildcat Track & Field Team to Earn All-Academic Honors

Ainsworth Women’s Golf League Standings

Ainsworth Men’s Golf League

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