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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.

Educator Field School Focuses on Wetlands

News Staff

Wednesday, March 4, 2026

Formal educators teaching grades 6-12 are invited to join Nebraska Game and Parks for a free, interactive Educator Field School at the Niobrara Valley Preserve north of Johnstown, where wetlands, prairie and river systems will become their classroom.

Four New Master Masons Raised at Long Pine Masonic Lodge

News Staff

Wednesday, March 4, 2026

North Central RC&D Holds February Meeting

News Staff

Wednesday, March 4, 2026

The North Central Nebraska RC&D met in Bassett, on February 11. Chairman Mike Burge led the meeting.

Ainsworth High School Girls Basketball Season Recap

News Staff

Wednesday, March 4, 2026

The Ainsworth Lady Bulldogs finished their season in a 48-56 loss to the North Central Knights. The team’s record at the end of the season was 8-17.

Boys Basketball Falls in Subdistrict Game

News Staff

Wednesday, March 4, 2026

The Ainsworth boys basketball team traveled to Pender to take on the Pendragons during subdistrict play on Tuesday, February 24. The Pendragons took an early lead in the first quarter, leading the Bulldogs 12-5.

Legislative Notes

Senator Tanya Storer - 43rd District

Thursday, February 26, 2026

LB 663 - Bringing Clarity and Certainty to County Zoning & LB 1187 - Fee updates on the Brand Act I am pleased to share that after a year of work, LB 663 passed on final reading last week. This bill brings important reforms to zoning laws that increase clarity, consistency, and accountability in county zoning procedures across Nebraska.

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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

Educator Field School Focuses on Wetlands

Four New Master Masons Raised at Long Pine Masonic Lodge

North Central RC&D Holds February Meeting

Ainsworth High School Girls Basketball Season Recap

Boys Basketball Falls in Subdistrict Game

Legislative Notes

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