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Ainsworth Golf Course Holds Youth Tournament

Thursday, July 2 High School Boys 1st - Jaxon Rucker 40 2nd - Carson Koch 44 3rd - Robert Rudnick 66 3rd - Leighton Konkoleski 66 8th-Grade Boys (9 holes) 1st - Blake Hansmeyer 46 2nd - Charlie Smith 48 3rd - Tygan Sisson 72 4th - Caden Winkelbauer 84 7th-Grade Boys (9 holes) 1st - Jase Wolf 50 2nd - Kase Arganbright 52 3rd - Blake O’Keif 55 3rd - Cameron Wackler 55 6th-Grade Boys (6 holes) 1st - Blake O’Keif 26 2nd - Cameron Wackler 27 3rd - William Smith 34 3rd - Jett Hansmeyer 34 5th-Grade Boys (6 holes) 1st - Deklon Krohn 38 2nd - Jed Wright 51 3rd- Luis Garcia 60 3rd-Grade Boys (6 holes) 1st - Klay O’Kief 41 2nd - Wylie Nilson 56 3rd - Ian Wright 60 1st-2nd Grade Boys (4 holes) 1st - Cooper Peers 25 2nd - Weston Arens 34 3rd - Cooper Nilson 38 4th - Dominic Schumacher 40 High School Girls (9 holes) 1st - Braylin Rudnick 51 2nd - Kemberlyn Kohle 55 3rd - Kira Goochey 62 5th-6th Grade Girls (6 holes) 1st - Oakley Hawthorne 30 2nd - Sutton Brodbeck 45 3rd - Mindee King 48 3rd-4th Grade Girls (6 holes) 1st - Aubrey Konkoleski 52 2nd - Josie Smith 55 3rd - Savannah Kohle 57 1st-2nd Grade Girls (4 holes) 1st - Blair Martin 27 2nd - Roslynn Robinson 35 3rd - Vivian Kinzie 39 4th - Parker Fairhead 40.
Bike Parade

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Ainsworth Celebrates 250 Years of America During Annual Bob Buckles Memorial Cruise Night

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Ball Drop

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Veterans Tribute Semi Trailer

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Andrew Arens and Isabella Pike Announced as Winners of Americanism Essay Contest

News Staff

Wednesday, March 11, 2026

Andrew Arens and Isabella Pike placed first in their divisions of the American Legion Auxiliary’s annual Americanism Essay contest. In the fifth and sixth grade division, Isabella Pike won first place, followed by Kevin Gomez in second and Jackson Moody in third.

Brown County Sheriff’s Report

News Staff

Wednesday, March 11, 2026

March 1 A traffic stop was made on Highway 20 east of Ainsworth. The driver received a written warning for speeding.

Who said Retirement is the End of our Calling?

News Staff

Wednesday, March 11, 2026

As days pass, we can complain about time flying or rejoice in our blessings. I never thought much about retirement when I was younger, but as the saying goes, it’s never too late to be what you might have been.

Springview Student Awarded Nebraska Press Association Scholarship

News Staff

Wednesday, March 11, 2026

The Nebraska Press Association Foundation has announced the recipients of its 2026 scholarships, recognizing Nebraska high school students who plan to pursue careers in community-based journalism or agricultural communications.

State and Federal Races to be on Primary Ballot

News Staff

Wednesday, March 11, 2026

Numerous federal and state offices are up for grabs during the 2026 elections. Races include a U.S. Senate seat, all House of Representative seats, the governor, attorney general, secretary of state, treasurer and auditor and other regional offices.

Niobrara National Scenic River Issues Call for Art for 35th Anniversary Open Show

News Staff

Wednesday, March 11, 2026

Niobrara National Scenic River is inviting artists to submit original works for an open art show commemorating the river’s 35th anniversary in May. Artists may submit up to two pieces in any medium.

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Ainsworth Golf Course Holds Youth Tournament

Bike Parade

Ainsworth Celebrates 250 Years of America During Annual Bob Buckles Memorial Cruise Night

Ball Drop

Veterans Tribute Semi Trailer

Andrew Arens and Isabella Pike Announced as Winners of Americanism Essay Contest

Brown County Sheriff’s Report

Who said Retirement is the End of our Calling?

Springview Student Awarded Nebraska Press Association Scholarship

State and Federal Races to be on Primary Ballot

Niobrara National Scenic River Issues Call for Art for 35th Anniversary Open Show

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