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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 High School Fall Sports Prepare for Upcoming Seasons

News Staff

Tuesday, August 5, 2025

On Monday, August 1, the Ainsworth High School Fall sports teams began their conditioning week. Ainsworth fall sports include volleyball, football, cross country, and girls golf.

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U.s. Senator Deb Fischer

Tuesday, August 5, 2025

Here in the Good Life, we live by a few enduring principles: grit, humility, and a profound sense of duty. And when these three come together in action, they shape a future that is stronger, more resilient, and more hopeful.

Fresh Food, Strong Communities: National Farmer’s Market Week

News Staff

Tuesday, August 5, 2025

August 3–9 marks National Farmer’s Market Week, and there’s no better time to celebrate the people behind the fresh food. Whether it’s bakers, canners, ranchers, or produce growers, your local farmer’s market is more than just a shopping destination—it’s a hub for connection, learning, and community building.

UNK to Award Summer Degrees

News Staff

Tuesday, August 5, 2025

Graduate and undergraduate degrees will be conferred for 196 summer graduates at University of Nebraska at Kearney commencement exercises 10 a.m. Friday (Aug.

Women’s Golf League Results

News Staff

Tuesday, August 5, 2025

The team of Kathy Worrell, Stephanie Kinzie and Julie Micheel fired a 2-under par scramble round of 34 to lead the field Wednesday during women’s league golf at the Ainsworth Golf Course. Ashley Martin and Lydia Welke finished two shots back with a round of 36.

Work Began on N-97 South of Valentine

News Staff

Tuesday, August 5, 2025

Work began August 4 on Nebraska Highway 97 (N-97), from reference post 127.45 to reference post 134.25, according to the Nebraska Department of Transportation. Knife River Midwest, of Sioux City, Iowa, is the contractor for this project.

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