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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 City Council Approves Raise in Water and Sewer Utility Rates

News Staff

Wednesday, May 20, 2026

The Ainsworth City Council on Wednesday, April 13, approved ordinances increasing water and sewer utility rates. The base rate for water and the base rate for sewer service will each increase by $8 per month, with the base rate for water moving from $12.50 per month to $20.50 and the base for sewer service increasing from $31 to $39 per month.

Brown County Sheriff’s Report

News Staff

Wednesday, May 20, 2026

May 10th Brown County Sheriff’s Office was notified of a possible vehicle accident via a third party software. The dispatcher on duty was able to contact the driver and was informed that they were not in an accident.

What is More Important Than the Return Of Christ?

News Staff

Wednesday, May 20, 2026

Henry Allan “Harry” Ironside was a Canadian-American Bible teacher, preacher, theologian, pastor, and author who pastored Moody Church in Chicago from 1929 to 1948. It is said that Harry Ironside was one of the most prolific Christian writers of the 20th Century and published more than 100 books, booklets, and pamphlets, many of which are still in print.

Valentine National Wildlife Refuge Accepting Applications for Grazing Opportunities

News Staff

Wednesday, May 20, 2026

Valentine National Wildlife Refuge is opening up added grazing opportunities for the upcoming spring and summer season through its cooperative agriculture program. The available pasture units range from approximately 100 to 500 acres and are located on refuge property south of Valentine.

Ainsworth Men’s League Golf

News Staff

Wednesday, May 20, 2026

Nick Martin’s even-par round of 36 was the top mark Thursday during men’s league golf at the Ainsworth Golf Course. Martin finished one shot ahead of Chester Smith and Graig Kinzie, who posted 1-over par rounds of 37.

Ainsworth Does Hold Daddy Daughter Dance

News Staff

Wednesday, May 20, 2026

The 1st Class Auto team won the spring trap league with a total of 824 targets hit of a possible 1,000. Mob County earned second place with 771 targets broken, and the Weed Wacker team finished in third with 765 hit.

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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 City Council Approves Raise in Water and Sewer Utility Rates

Brown County Sheriff’s Report

What is More Important Than the Return Of Christ?

Valentine National Wildlife Refuge Accepting Applications for Grazing Opportunities

Ainsworth Men’s League Golf

Ainsworth Does Hold Daddy Daughter Dance

Do you like BBQ?

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