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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.

2026 Mountain Lion Season Closes

News Staff

Wednesday, March 18, 2026

Two adult male mountain lions were harvested March 16 during the Pine Ridge Unit Auxiliary Season, meeting the overall limit of 12 and closing the 2026 hunting season. The Niobrara and Wildcat Hills units closed during Season One.

Game and Parks Enforces Temporary Campfire Ban

News Staff

Wednesday, March 18, 2026

The Nebraska Game and Parks is implementing a temporary ban on campfires, effective immediately, at all Nebraska state park areas and wildlife management areas. First responders are stretched thin in many areas of the state as they react to fires where dry conditions and high winds persist.

Team Jack Gala Raises Over $800,000 for Childhood Brain Cancer Research

News Staff

Wednesday, March 18, 2026

Nearly 700 supporters gathered in Lincoln for the 13th annual Team Jack Gala presented by Fat Brain Toys, raising more than $800,000 for childhood brain cancer research. Former Nebraska running back and current NFL player Ameer Abdullah welcomed attendees and helped kick off the evening, which highlighted the mission of the Team Jack Foundation and the urgent need for research funding.

NDOT Reminds Residents Campaign Signs Are Not Allowed on State Right-of-Way

News Staff

Wednesday, March 18, 2026

The Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) is reminding the public that it is unlawful to place political campaign signs, or any signs, on state highway and interstate right-of-way. This includes intersections, medians, entrance and exit ramps, sidewalks and the ditches and lands that make up the right-of-way bordering the length of each roadway.

Wildlife Captures Providing Insights to Big Game Species

News Staff

Wednesday, March 18, 2026

Wildlife officials bolstered research and monitoring efforts of big game species in Nebraska with the help of a contracted helicopter crew in February. Mule Deer In mid-February, 58 mule deer were fitted with tracking collars or solar ear tags in the Wildcat Hills for a study aimed at investigating the impact of chronic wasting disease in the species.

Boys Golf Team Begins Season Under New Head Coach Brenda Konkoleski

News Staff

Wednesday, March 18, 2026

The Ainsworth High School boys golf team will compete under head coach Brenda Konkoleski. The team will kick off its season on Tuesday, March 31, at the West Holt Scramble in Atkinson.

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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

2026 Mountain Lion Season Closes

Game and Parks Enforces Temporary Campfire Ban

Team Jack Gala Raises Over $800,000 for Childhood Brain Cancer Research

NDOT Reminds Residents Campaign Signs Are Not Allowed on State Right-of-Way

Wildlife Captures Providing Insights to Big Game Species

Boys Golf Team Begins Season Under New Head Coach Brenda Konkoleski

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