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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.

Brown County Sheriff’s Report

News Staff

Tuesday, August 12, 2025

August 3rd A driver was issued a citation for speeding 13 mph over the posted speed limit. Multiple traffic stops for speeding were made in Long Pine.

Three teams finished with evenpar 36 scramble rounds Wednesday during women’s league golf at the Ainsworth Golf Course. The team of Ann Hoch, Wendy Wilkins and Jen Martin, the team of Kathy Worrell, Steph Kinzie and Jen Marlatt, and the team of Chelsey Peterson, Rylee Pierce, Danielle Palmer and Brenda Konkoleski all finished at even par.

Men’s Golf League

News Staff

Tuesday, August 12, 2025

Graig Kinzie carded a 1-under par round of 35 to lead the field Thursday during men’s league golf at the Ainsworth Golf Course. Landon Welke and Nick Martin finished two shots back with 1-over par rounds of 37.

BAC Events Right Around The Corner

Suzy Stibor

Tuesday, August 12, 2025

The Bassett Arts Council has a big line up of events coming this fall that you might want to participate in. The last Jam Session of the summer will be August 16th at the RC Senior Center from 2pm to 6pm with Lyle Anthony. Future Jams will be posted on our Events page on Facebook. Free will donation and bring a snack to share if you’d like.

Sandhills Care Center Holds Back to School Bash

News Staff

Tuesday, August 12, 2025

Sandhills Care Center Holds Back to School Bash

All Things Nebraska

Paul Hammel, Retired Senior Contributor, Nebraska

Tuesday, August 5, 2025

Changes in Broadband Program have Rural Advocates Fretting Anymore, having high-speed internet at your home, farm or business has become as important as having electricity. You run a business and have a website? You need high-speed internet.

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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

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