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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.

Game and Parks Schedule Big Game Meetings Across State

News Staff

Wednesday, November 19, 2025

Hunters and landowners are encouraged to offer their feedback on big game information during the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission’s public meetings in December and January. These 2.5-hour meetings are scheduled in each Game and Parks district.

Ainsworth Author Wins 2025 Book Award

News Staff

Wednesday, November 19, 2025

On Saturday, November 15, in the Heritage Room on the UNL campus in Lincoln, Bob Ross received the 2025 Poetry Honor award from the Nebraska Center for the Book for his book of poems, “Those We Can No Longer See.”

Michael Clay Receives NHA Caring Kind Award

News Staff

Wednesday, November 19, 2025

Rock County Hospital and Long Term Care are proud to recognize Michael Clay, the 2025 recipient of the Nebraska Hospital Association Caring Kind award. This award is given at the NHA annual conference and recognized Clay with the following nomination: Michael works as an LPN and charge nurse in our long-term care.

Ainsworth Fine Arts Students Prepare for Public Performances of “The Addams Family” Musical

News Staff

Wednesday, November 19, 2025

The Ainsworth Music Department invites the community to its fall musical production of “The Addams Family.” Join the cast for a great time full of mischief, mayhem, humor, fun, sorrow, and a lot of love! It will be a shocking good time for the whole family. Show times are Friday, November 21, at 7 p.m.

One Act Cast Performs at Ainsworth Play Festival

News Staff

Wednesday, November 19, 2025

Ainsworth High School’s One-Act team kicked off its competitive season at the Ainsworth Play Festival on Saturday, November 15. The cast performed a 30-minute production titled ‘How to Get Away with a Murder Mystery’, earning a strong runner-up finish.

Ainsworth Community Schools Holds Veterans Day Program

News Staff

Wednesday, November 19, 2025

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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

Game and Parks Schedule Big Game Meetings Across State

Ainsworth Author Wins 2025 Book Award

Michael Clay Receives NHA Caring Kind Award

Ainsworth Fine Arts Students Prepare for Public Performances of “The Addams Family” Musical

One Act Cast Performs at Ainsworth Play Festival

Ainsworth Community Schools Holds Veterans Day Program

Do you like BBQ?

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