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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.

A Year of Delivering Wins for Nebraska

Senator Pete Ricketts

Wednesday, December 24, 2025

Americans elected President Trump and Senate Republicans to get our country back on track. That means safer streets, more money in your pocket, and excellent customer service.

Join the 250 Mile Outdoor Challenge in 2026

News Staff

Wednesday, December 24, 2025

Join the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission in marking America’s 250th anniversary by participating in the Outdoor Nebraska 250-Mile Challenge. This free, year-long initiative encourages Nebraskans to complete 250 miles of outdoor activity to promote physical and mental well-being through fun, noncompetitive adventure outdoors.

Ainsworth Fire Department Responds to Porch Fire on Friday

News Staff

Wednesday, December 24, 2025

A Friday evening fire damaged a home in Ainsworth. The Ainsworth Volunteer Fire Department was summoned at 7:45 p.m.

Prairie Doc Perspectives:

Kory Zimney, Pt, Dpt, Phd

Wednesday, December 24, 2025

As the holiday season winds down and the New Year approaches, many of us begin reflecting on the past year and thinking ahead. It’s a natural time to set resolutions— those hopeful promises to ourselves to eat better, move more, stress less or simply live healthier.

Year End Travel Anticipated to Break Record

News Staff

Wednesday, December 24, 2025

AAA projects 122.4 million Americans will travel at least 50 miles from home over the 13-day year-end holiday period beginning December 20 and ending January 1. This year’s forecast is a 2.2% increase over 2024, surpassing last year’s record of 119.7 million travelers.

Wehrbein Receives Highest Honor Awarded by Nebraska Cattlemen

News Staff

Wednesday, December 24, 2025

Nebraska Cattlemen is proud to announce Buck Wehrbein as the 2025 Nebraska Cattlemen Hall of Fame Award recipient for his exemplary leadership and service to the beef cattle industry. The Hall of Fame Award is the highest honor Nebraska Cattlemen can give one of its members.

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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

A Year of Delivering Wins for Nebraska

Join the 250 Mile Outdoor Challenge in 2026

Ainsworth Fire Department Responds to Porch Fire on Friday

Prairie Doc Perspectives:

Year End Travel Anticipated to Break Record

Wehrbein Receives Highest Honor Awarded by Nebraska Cattlemen

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