Ainsworth Star-Journal

Living on Purpose: A Time to Speak and a Time to Be Silent

News Staff

Wednesday, April 22, 2026

As Christians, we have been given spiritual insight about the power of words and how critical it is to be careful and watch what we say. In the third chapter of James, we read about the potential dangers of the tongue.

The Forage Minute

Evaluating Alfalfa Stands: Stand Counts By Ben

Wednesday, April 22, 2026

Were you expecting more from last year’s alfalfa yields? Did your plants get enough time to winterize in the fall? Do you have concerns about stand winter kill? Evaluating your alfalfa stand in the spring is key to planning management and setting expectations for this year. As stands begin greening up, alfalfa stand assessment can be completed using a hay square as a quick and easy way to look at the overall stand health.

Investing in Rural Health Care

Deb Fischer Us Senator

Wednesday, April 22, 2026

Last week, I wrote about my team’s work to secure federal tax dollars Nebraskans already sent to Washington to improve the Central Nebraska Regional Airport in Grand Island. This week, I want to update you on my recent visit to Avera St.

Severe Weather Can Bring Danger of Downed Power Lines

News Staff

Wednesday, April 22, 2026

Severe weather can bring with it many hazards, including the danger of downed power lines. Severe storms with strong straight-line winds or tornadoes can damage power poles and lines, causing them to break.

Know Your Weeds: Timing Is Key for Spring Lawn Care

Elizabeth Exstrom Un-l Extension

Wednesday, April 22, 2026

Spring has officially arrived. Crabapples and flowering pears are nearing full bloom, and tulips and daffodils are putting on a colorful show.

Rownan Eggert Selected to Attend Cornhusker Boys State

News Staff

Wednesday, April 22, 2026

The Nebraska American Legion is pleased to announce that Rownan Eggert of Valentine was selected by the Ainsworth American Legion Post 79 and will join nearly 300 other high school juniors from across Nebraska participating in the American Legion Cornhusker Boys’ State Program, May 31 – June 6, at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln downtown campus.

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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

Living on Purpose: A Time to Speak and a Time to Be Silent

The Forage Minute

Investing in Rural Health Care

Severe Weather Can Bring Danger of Downed Power Lines

Know Your Weeds: Timing Is Key for Spring Lawn Care

Rownan Eggert Selected to Attend Cornhusker Boys State

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