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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.

Ainsworth Men's Golf League

News Staff

Tuesday, August 11, 2026

Nick Martin’s 2-under par 34 held off Brett Knoetzel by one shot for the top round Thursday during men’s league golf at the Ainsworth Golf Course. Chuck Whitney, Graig Kinzie and Heath Rudnick posted rounds of 38, followed by Cam Palmer, Dane Sears and Kevin Martin with rounds of 39.

Border Bash Golf Tournament

News Staff

Tuesday, August 11, 2026

Steve Camp and Carter Camp of Bassett overcame a two-shot deficit and defeated Nick Martin and Kyle Jackman of Ainsworth in a playoff to capture the championship flight title of the annual Border Bash Golf Tournament held Saturday at the Bassett Country Club and Sunday at the Ainsworth Golf Course.

Commissioners Hold First Meeting of August

News Staff

Tuesday, August 11, 2026

The Brown County Board of Commissioners met for its first meeting of the month on Thursday, August 4. Members present were Jeremiah Dailey, Dennis Bauer and Don Painter.

Sandhills Care Center News

News Staff

Tuesday, August 4, 2026

Thursday, August 6th: 10:30 a.m. - Dwight’s Bible Study; 2:30 p.m.

Ainsworth Senior Center Menu

News Staff

Tuesday, August 4, 2026

Thursday, August 6th: Cheeseburger, mac and cheese, broccoli, asparagus, watermelon, breadstick and milk. Friday, August 7th: Philly steak and cheese, potato wedges, pears and milk.

Legislative Notes

Senator Tanya Storer - 43rd District

Tuesday, August 4, 2026

The Cost of COVID: Lives Changed Forever, Questions Still Unanswered It seems like a lifetime ago, when COVID turned our lives upside down, yet the consequences for many remain very real. While the shutdowns in much of rural Nebraska may not have been as severe as those experienced in our larger cities, our lives were still changed in ways we never imagined.

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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

Ainsworth Men's Golf League

Border Bash Golf Tournament

Commissioners Hold First Meeting of August

Sandhills Care Center News

Ainsworth Senior Center Menu

Legislative Notes

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