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Ainsworth Senior Center Celebrates 45 Years

Forty-five years ago on August 2, 1981, the Ainsworth Senior Center held an open house to celebrate their new building. Senior Center officers in 1981 were Dorothy Walton, Bill Gudgel, Dwight Moody, Burdetta Jansen and George Brede.
Bulldog Boosters Hold Annual Bulldog Pride

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Area Fire Departments Respond to Friday Night Fire

A Friday night fire destroyed a building in Ainsworth. According to Ainsworth Assistant Fire Chief Devin Painter, at approximately 9:30 p.m.
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.

The Forage Minute

News Staff

Wednesday, November 5, 2025

LATE FALL RYE PLANTING Todd Whitney When planted early, fall planted cereal rye can provide excellent cold-tolerant late Fall grazing and more grazing again in the Spring. Ideally, plant cereal rye as soon as possible after harvest and before two weeks after the 50% frost date.

Prairie Doc Perspectives:

Jill Kruse, Do

Wednesday, November 5, 2025

People often talk about having a “gut feeling” or are told to “listen to their gut” when making a decision. Do you know what your gut is trying to tell you? There are multiple things that your digestive system can do to get your attention.

Shawn Fernau Construction and Ainsworth Post Prom Team Up to Host Halloween Softball Tournament

News Staff

Wednesday, November 5, 2025

October Weather Report

News Staff

Wednesday, November 5, 2025

October 2025 NWS Report Highs were lower and the lows higher for temperatures this month. Rainfall was expanded from the normal amount.

Paper Shredding Event Promotes Safe and Responsible Document Disposal

News Staff

Wednesday, November 5, 2025

The North Central Nebraska RC&D recently hosted its annual paper shredding routes, drawing strong participation from community members eager to dispose of outdated records. The event offered individuals and businesses the opportunity to safely destroy paperwork onsite, helping prevent identity theft while supporting local recycling efforts.

Ainsworth Cross Country Sees Success in 2025 Season

News Staff

Wednesday, November 5, 2025

The Ainsworth Cross Country team saw much success in the 2025 season, including winning the women’s Niobrara Valley Conference Meet, which was hosted by Ainsworth. Coach Katie Winters said this season saw much growth.

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Ainsworth Senior Center Celebrates 45 Years

Bulldog Boosters Hold Annual Bulldog Pride

Area Fire Departments Respond to Friday Night Fire

Ainsworth Community Schools Begins Classes on Thursday, August 13

Ainsworth Reclaims Border Cup

The Forage Minute

Prairie Doc Perspectives:

Shawn Fernau Construction and Ainsworth Post Prom Team Up to Host Halloween Softball Tournament

October Weather Report

Paper Shredding Event Promotes Safe and Responsible Document Disposal

Ainsworth Cross Country Sees Success in 2025 Season

Do you like BBQ?

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