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Area Students to Graduate from UNK on May 8
News Staff
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
Graduate and undergraduate degrees will be conferred for 739 spring graduates at University of Nebraska at Kearney commencement exercises 10 a.m. Friday, May 8, at UNK’s Health and Sports Center.
Sandhills Prairie Refuge Association to Host “June Hike to Buffalo Bridge”
News Staff
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
The Sandhills Prairie Refuge Association (SPRA) is excited to host a community guided hike on Saturday, June 6, at the Fort Niobrara National Wildlife Refuge. The “June Hike to Buffalo Bridge” offers a unique opportunity for residents and visitors to explore the Wilderness Access Foot Trail and witness the stunning beauty of the Niobrara National Scenic River.
58th Annual All-Sports Tailgate Held at Ainsworth Community Schools
News Staff
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
Witten Painter was the only Ainsworth High School senior to receive a 12-sport athlete award Tuesday during the 58th annual All-Sports Tailgate Party, hosted by the Ainsworth Lions Club. Not only was Painter a 12-sport athlete, he received letters in football, basketball and track and field in each of his four high school seasons.
Boys Golf Team Medals Two at Conference Invite
News Staff
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
Niobrara Valley Conference Boys Golf Summerland Golf Club Team Scoring 1. North Central, 316; 2.
Lady Bulldogs Win Inaugural Niobrara Valley Conference Meet, Qualifiers Compete at NEN Track Classic in Norfolk
News Staff
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
Niobrara Valley Conference Track and Field Rock County High School Girls Team Scores 1. Ainsworth, 164; 2. North Central, 138; 3. Niobrara/Verdigre, 81; 4. Elgin/Elgin Pope John, 80; 5. Boyd County, 56; 6. O’Neill St. Mary’s, 54; 7. Chambers/ Wheeler Central, 47; 8. Stuart, 12.
