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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.

Living on Purpose: Always Having Time for One More Story

News Staff

Wednesday, April 29, 2026

It seems like yesterday that our son and daughter-in-law announced they were going to have a baby, and since then, between them and our daughter and her husband, we now have four amazing grandchildren.

Mother’s Day Marks the Start of Gardening Season

Elizabeth Exstrom Un-l Extension Educator

Wednesday, April 29, 2026

Mother’s Day is just around the corner. While it’s a time to celebrate moms, it’s also the day many vegetable gardeners have been waiting for all spring.

Ainsworth Public Library Announces Summer Reading Program

News Staff

Wednesday, April 29, 2026

The Ainsworth Public Library will run its Summer Reading Program during the month of June. The theme for this summer’s program will be “Unearth A Story” and will feature dinosaurs.

Niobrara Cleanup and 35th Anniversary Program Set for May 23

News Staff

Wednesday, April 29, 2026

Area residents are invited to jumpstart the summer on Saturday, May 23, by joining a community river and road cleanup in celebration of the 35th anniversary of the Niobrara National Scenic River. The event is hosted by Friends of the Niobrara in partnership with the Niobrara National Scenic River staff.

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Spring Turn-out To Pasture By Ben Beckman

Wednesday, April 29, 2026

As spring green-up begins, producers may feel the urge to turn animals out to pasture. But the right time to start grazing often comes later than we might think.

Legacy Five Returns to the Gospel Barn

News Staff

Wednesday, April 29, 2026

Legacy Five is making a return appearance at the Prairie View Gospel Barn at 6 p.m., Wednesday, May 6. When the Legendary Cathedral Quartet retired in December of 1999, Scott Fowler and Roger Bennett decided to continue the rich musical tradition of Southern Gospel Quartet singing.

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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

Living on Purpose: Always Having Time for One More Story

Mother’s Day Marks the Start of Gardening Season

Ainsworth Public Library Announces Summer Reading Program

Niobrara Cleanup and 35th Anniversary Program Set for May 23

The Forage Minute

Legacy Five Returns to the Gospel Barn

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