AJ Benemerito (front center), son of Alvin (front right) and Shanda (back right) was initiated into the Order of Eastern Star during the regular meeting on Tuesday, July 5th at Bethany Chapter #113 in Ainsworth. Current Bethany Chapter #113 Worthy Patron Mike Hitchcock (front left) and Worthy Matron Peggy Hitchcock (back left) are pictured with the Benemeritos. Helping with the initiation ceremony were three Nebraska Grand Officers - Chaplain Mike Hitchcock, Worthy Grand Patron Wayne Andreason and Grand Warder Andrea Stewart. Grand Sentinel Dennis Rix was in attendance at the meeting.

“Cars” a 2006 American computer-animated sports comedy film produced by Pixar Animation Studios and released by Walt Disney Pictures was shown on the screen at East City Park on Thursday evening, July 7th. It was a beautiful night to enjoy the outdoor movie.

Hayes Chohon and Taryn Adams were united in marriage on Saturday, June 18, 2022 in Valentine, NE. Adams is the daughter of Shane and Shevaun Adams of Valentine, NE and Chohon is the son of Tom and Lisa Chohon of Ainsworth.

Ainsworth Does Drive #54 received a Honorable Mention Award at the National Convention in Phoenix, AR, for their charitable contributions this past year. The Drove logged $2,825.00 in cash donations, $21,974.33 Cash Value for Public Relations and 841 Public Relations hours.

Taco or Chef Salad Available Thursday, July 14th: Fish sandwich, coleslaw, black beans, mixed fruit jello salad, milk and bun. Friday, July 15th: Oven fried chicken, cucumber and onion salad, applesauce, cinnamon muffin and milk.

Thought for the week: Real work is play and all jobs are games. Play your game.