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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.

Legislative Notes

Senator Tanya Storer - 43rd District

Tuesday, April 7, 2026

Final Week of Session It is hard to believe we have reached the final week of the session. The time has moved quickly, and the pace now reflects the urgency of the work that remains.

All Things Nebraska

Paul Hammel, Retired Senior Contributor, Nebraska

Tuesday, April 7, 2026

Another Year, Another Round of Tax Breaks to Retain Corporations “To the Arch by March.” That was the scary slogan circulating throughout Omaha back in the 1980s when both Union Pacific and ConAgra were threatening to move their corporate headquarters out of the River City. (U.P.

Eli Lehn Wins Bog Boot Contest

News Staff

Tuesday, April 7, 2026

Eli Lehn is beginning his sec‑ond year as a Clover Kid in the BKR 4‑H program. He has enjoyed showing a dog and chicken, trying dummy roping at the horse show, and creating several static projects such as wildlife tracks, LEGO displays, baking, photography, a bat house, and a pillowcase.

Ainsworth Public Library to Celebrate National Library Week

News Staff

Tuesday, April 7, 2026

National Library Week is April 19 - 25 this year. The theme is “Find Your Joy.” “Find Your Joy,” is an invi‑tation for people of all back‑grounds to explore and discov‑er what sparks joy in them at the library.

Democratic Convention to be Held in Bassett

News Staff

Tuesday, April 7, 2026

The Brown, Rock, and Keya Paha counties Democratic Party will hold its 2026 county con‑vention on Saturday, April 18, at 10 a.m. at the Rock County Pub‑lic Library, 201 E.

Ainsworth High School Announces Prom Candidates, Prom to be Held April 11

News Staff

Tuesday, April 7, 2026

Ainsworth High School will host its junior and senior prom on Saturday, April 11. This year, the theme is “At Last I See the Light”, chosen by the junior class.

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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

Legislative Notes

All Things Nebraska

Eli Lehn Wins Bog Boot Contest

Ainsworth Public Library to Celebrate National Library Week

Democratic Convention to be Held in Bassett

Ainsworth High School Announces Prom Candidates, Prom to be Held April 11

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