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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.

Witten Painter to Play in West Nebraska All Star Football Game

News Staff

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

Recent Ainsworth graduate Witten Painter was selected to play in the West Nebraska All-Star Football Game. Painter will play on the East team with teammates from Ord, Cozad, Sargent, and other towns across Nebraska.

Area Youth Volunteer to Set Up Memorial Day Program

News Staff

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

Letter to the Editor

News Staff

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

The following views and opinions are not representative of this publication. The Ainsworth Star-Journal, its owners, publisher, editor and staff members assume no responsibility, legal or otherwise, for opinions other than their own.

Ainsworth Men’s League Golf

News Staff

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

Nick Martin carded an evenpar round of 36 to lead the field Thursday during men’s league golf at the Ainsworth Golf Course. Martin finished one shot clear of Brett Knoetzel, who carded a 1-over par 37.

Ainsworth Women’s League Golf

News Staff

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

Wendy Wilkins fired a round of 42 to lead the way during the opening week of women’s league golf Wednesday at the Ainsworth Golf Course. Wilkins finished one shot ahead of Julie Micheel’s round of 43.

NPPD Completes Nuclear Feasibility Study, Identifies Top Siting Options for Advanced Nuclear Reactors

News Staff

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

A siting feasibility study found that Sutherland, Beatrice, Brownville, and Norfolk are the top four communities best suited to host a next generation nuclear facility, based on current infrastructure and siting criteria.

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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

Witten Painter to Play in West Nebraska All Star Football Game

Area Youth Volunteer to Set Up Memorial Day Program

Letter to the Editor

Ainsworth Men’s League Golf

Ainsworth Women’s League Golf

NPPD Completes Nuclear Feasibility Study, Identifies Top Siting Options for Advanced Nuclear Reactors

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