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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.

Men’s Golf League Results

News Staff

Tuesday, July 29, 2025

Cody Goochey’s even-par round of 36 claimed the top spot Thursday during men’s league golf at the Ainsworth Golf Course. Goochey finished one shot ahead of John Pierce and Nick Martin, who carded 1-over par rounds of 37. Jaxon Rucker and Brett Knoetzel posted rounds of 38, followed by Graig Kinzie with a round of 39.

Women’s Golf League Results

News Staff

Tuesday, July 29, 2025

The team of Kathy Worrell, Stephanie Kinzie and Julie Micheel fired an even-par scramble score of 36 to lead the field Wednesday during women’s league golf at the Ainsworth Golf Course. Three teams finished three shots back with rounds of 39, including the team of Amy Simonson and Kat Kennedy, the team of Rylee Pierce, Chelsey Peterson, Danielle Palmer and Brenda Konkoleski, and the team of Nicole Johnson and Alyssa Wasmund.

North Central Resource Conservation and Development Hold July Meeting

News Staff

Tuesday, July 29, 2025

The North Central Nebraska RC&D met in Bassett on July 9. Chairman Mike Burge led the meeting.

Game and Parks Soon Accepting Wildlife Viewing Grant Proposals

News Staff

Tuesday, July 29, 2025

The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission soon will accept grant proposals that will enhance watchable wildlife opportunities and nature-based experiences in Nebraska. The intent of these Watchable Wildlife Grants, which are funded through the Wildlife Conservation Fund, is to help people build appreciation and stewardship for natural resources through practical experience.

NDOT Announces Funding Availability for Transportation Needs

News Staff

Tuesday, July 29, 2025

The NDOT has announced funds are now available to private non-profit organizations and governmental entities for transportation needs of seniors and individuals with disabilities for whom mass transportation services are unavailable, insufficient or inappropriate.

Work Began on N-12 East of Valentine

News Staff

Tuesday, July 29, 2025

Microsurfacing work will began July 28 on Nebraska Highway 12 (N-12), in Valentine and proceeding east to reference post 12.94, according to the Nebraska Department of Transportation. Missouri Petroleum Company, of St.

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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

Men’s Golf League Results

Women’s Golf League Results

North Central Resource Conservation and Development Hold July Meeting

Game and Parks Soon Accepting Wildlife Viewing Grant Proposals

NDOT Announces Funding Availability for Transportation Needs

Work Began on N-12 East of Valentine

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