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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 Ambulance Service Receives LifePak Defibrillators

News Staff

Wednesday, March 25, 2026

The Brown County Ambulance Association recently trained and put into service two state-of-the-art LifePak35 defibrillators on March 11. Fundraising for the project (amounting to $85,362), was completed in the fall of last year.

Brown County Sheriff’s Report

News Staff

Wednesday, March 25, 2026

March 15th The Ainsworth Volunteer Fire Department and Johnstown Volunteer Fire Department responded to mutual aid requests for a fire in Cherry County. March 16th A deputy investigated a suspicious vehicle at East City Park in Ainsworth.

Age is Not an Excuse for Being Unhealthy

News Staff

Wednesday, March 25, 2026

This might be one of the most unpopular articles of all time, but as I sit here wanting to express from my heart, my private burdens are being exposed. I care about you (and me), it’s the only reason I would write about such a challenging subject.

Ainsworth Speech Team Wraps Up Season at Districts

Heather Lutter

Wednesday, March 25, 2026

On Friday, March 20, the Ainsworth High School speech team ended its season with the NSAA C2-3 District competition at Creighton. This difficult district saw three Ainsworth speakers make it to the final round of competition.

Meetings Regarding Community Wildfire Defense Grant to Be Held Next Week in Bassett and Ainsworth

News Staff

Wednesday, March 25, 2026

Wildfire isn’t a distant threat. What we do now can protect our land, our homes and our communities.

Ainsworth Lions Club Convenes for March Meeting

News Staff

Wednesday, March 25, 2026

The Ainsworth Lions Club held its regular monthly meeting at noon on March 16, at the Ainsworth Senior Center. Lion President Geraldine Erickson called the meeting to order with 10 members present.

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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

Brown County Ambulance Service Receives LifePak Defibrillators

Brown County Sheriff’s Report

Age is Not an Excuse for Being Unhealthy

Ainsworth Speech Team Wraps Up Season at Districts

Meetings Regarding Community Wildfire Defense Grant to Be Held Next Week in Bassett and Ainsworth

Ainsworth Lions Club Convenes for March Meeting

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