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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.

Former Ainsworth Resident Timothy Moylan Publishes Memoir

News Staff

Tuesday, July 14, 2026

Former Ainsworth resident Timothy Harold Moylan announced the pre-order his deeply personal memoir, 'Rock Bottom Has a Basement: From the Bottle to Borrowed Time' on July 1. More than simply a story about alcoholism, the book is an honest account of addiction, depression, broken relationships, near-death experiences, faith, and ultimately finding hope through recovery.

ACS Board of Education Convenes for July Meeting

News Staff

Tuesday, July 14, 2026

The Ainsworth Community Schools Board of Education met for its regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, July 13. Board members Jake Graff, Bryan Doke, Jessica Pozehl, Crystal Dailey, Frank Beel and Brad Wilkins were present.

Brown County Commissioners Hold First July Meeting

News Staff

Tuesday, July 14, 2026

The Brown County Board of Commissioners met for their first meeting of July on Tuesday, July 7. Commissioners Dennis Bauer and Don Painter were present, and commissioner Jeremiah Dailey was excused absent.

NPPD Hosting Second Open Houses for Ainsworth Wind-Bassett Transmission Line

News Staff

Tuesday, July 14, 2026

Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD) will host two open houses on July 22 in Ainsworth and Bassett to gather public input for a new transmission project in the area. The open house sessions are informal and offer an opportunity to review project information and visit with project team members.

Ainsworth City Council Holds July Meeting

News Staff

Tuesday, July 14, 2026

The Ainsworth City Council met for its regularly scheduled meeting on Wednesday, July 8. Council members Brad Fiala, Kent Taylor and Heather Lutter were present.

Brown County Sheriff’s Report

News Staff

Tuesday, July 14, 2026

July 5th The sheriff’s office received a complaint of people still shooting fireworks after midnight in Long Pine. Deputies patrolled Long Pine.

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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

Former Ainsworth Resident Timothy Moylan Publishes Memoir

ACS Board of Education Convenes for July Meeting

Brown County Commissioners Hold First July Meeting

NPPD Hosting Second Open Houses for Ainsworth Wind-Bassett Transmission Line

Ainsworth City Council Holds July Meeting

Brown County Sheriff’s Report

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