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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.

Ainsworth Art Guild Holds Annual Spring Show

News Staff

Wednesday, May 6, 2026

Ainsworth Art Guild’s spring show, now in its 62nd year, was judged by Ashley Frerichs, art instructor at Rock County Public Schools. The show finished on April 30 at the Ainsworth Public Library.

Lady Dawgs Win Conference Title in Inaugural Niobrara Valley Conference Track Meet

News Staff

Wednesday, May 6, 2026

A Better Spirit Counseling Center Opens Office in Ainsworth

News Staff

Wednesday, May 6, 2026

A Better Spirit Counseling Center has opened an office located in the Cassell Executive Offices on Main Street in Ainsworth. Dena Pirnie, an Ainsworth native, works in the Ainsworth location.

2026 Severe Weather Awareness Poster Contest Winners Announced

News Staff

Wednesday, May 6, 2026

Lt. Governor Joe Kelly recognized Severe Weather Awareness Week (March 23-27) following a proclamation issued by Governor Jim Pillen.

Brown County Sheriff’s Report

News Staff

Wednesday, May 6, 2026

April 26th A traffic stop was made on Highway 20 west of Ainsworth. The driver was given repair orders for not having registration and proof of insurance.

Comforting Those Who Need an Encouraging Word

News Staff

Wednesday, May 6, 2026

For those who have visited a nursing home or a medical care facility, you know what I mean when I refer to these places as difficult and uncomfortable. The sights and sounds are difficult for our emotions to process, which explains why many would rather avoid them altogether.

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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

Ainsworth Art Guild Holds Annual Spring Show

Lady Dawgs Win Conference Title in Inaugural Niobrara Valley Conference Track Meet

A Better Spirit Counseling Center Opens Office in Ainsworth

2026 Severe Weather Awareness Poster Contest Winners Announced

Brown County Sheriff’s Report

Comforting Those Who Need an Encouraging Word

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