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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.

All Things Nebraska

Paul Hammel, Retired Senior Contributor, Nebraska

Wednesday, June 24, 2026

Resilient Nebraskans Always Say 'It Could Have Been Worse' Back in the day, reporters used to be able to hitch a ride with the governor or National Guard to the site of a disastrous tornado or flood. One of those trips involved a flight to Coleridge, in northeast Nebraska, after a tornado had destroyed two farm homes and damaged several residences on the north edge of the town.

Sandhills Care Center News

News Staff

Wednesday, June 24, 2026

Activities Thursday, June 25th: 10:30 a.m. -Dwight's Bible Study ; 2:30 p.m.

Ainsworth Senior Center News

News Staff

Wednesday, June 24, 2026

Menu Thursday, June 25th: pulled pork sandwich, baked beans, coleslaw, grapes and milk. Friday, June 26th: Cornbread, taco bake w/ ground beef, corn, California blend, apricots and milk.

Legislative Notes

Senator Tanya Storer - 43rd District

Wednesday, June 24, 2026

From Petition to Ballot: Understanding the Fairness for Girls Initiative As Nebraskans travel across the state this summer, many have likely encountered petition circulators gathering signatures for various proposed ballot measures for the November election. One of those efforts is the Fairness for Girls constitutional amendment initiative.

Ainsworth Alumni 2026 Honor Class Plans

News Staff

Wednesday, June 24, 2026

2016 Friday - Meet at Casey Jones' shop at 5 p.m., bring your own drinks. Will work on float then head to Elks for supper (it’s a free supper).