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Ainsworth Library Holds Summer Reading Program

Ainsworth Library Holds Summer Reading Program
Niobrara Traveling Art Show Set Up in Ainsworth Library

The National Park Service at the Niobrara National Scenic River is celebrating 35 years on the Niobrara. An art show was held to celebrate the 35th anniversary of Niobrara National Scenic River.
Most awarded Trio in Gospel Music Coming to Prairie View Gospel Barn

Prairie View Gospel Barn is excited to have one of the top rated Southern Gospel groups coming to perform on Sunday, July 19, 2026. Greater Vision has been nominated for the following Singing News Fan Awards for 2026: Favorite trio, favorite tenor, favorite lead, favorite musician, favorite songwriter, favorite album and favorite artist.
NPPD Hosting Second Open Houses for Ainsworth Wind-Bassett Transmission Line

Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD) will host two open houses on July 22 in Ainsworth and Bassett to gather public input for a new transmission project in the area. The open house sessions are informal and offer an opportunity to review project information and visit with project team members.
Former Ainsworth Resident Timothy Moylan Publishes Memoir

Former Ainsworth resident Timothy Harold Moylan announced the pre-order his deeply personal memoir, 'Rock Bottom Has a Basement: From the Bottle to Borrowed Time' on July 1. More than simply a story about alcoholism, the book is an honest account of addiction, depression, broken relationships, near-death experiences, faith, and ultimately finding hope through recovery.

Memorial Buckles and Hard Luck Awards Handed Out During Kids Fun Day at the Brown County Fair

News Staff

Tuesday, September 12, 2023

Family Fun Day at the Brown County Fair was held on Saturday, September 2nd. Youth had the opportunity to compete in Musical Chairs, Flag Race and Hide Race. Due to the extreme heat, Muttin Bustin was eliminated this year.

Ainsworth Girls Cross Country Team Takes First at Broken Bow Invite

News Staff

Tuesday, September 12, 2023

The Ainsworth Girls and Boys Cross Country Teams were in Broken Bow on September 9th for the Broken Bow Invitational. The Ainsworth Girls Cross Country Team took first place with a team score of 30.

Fun 5K Run and 1 Mile Walk Winners Announced at Brown County Fair

News Staff

Tuesday, September 12, 2023

On Monday, September 4th, these participants took part in the 5K Run and 1 Mile Walk was held during the Brown County Fair. 5K Men’s Division winners were: 1.

Junior Barrel Racing Results

News Staff

Tuesday, September 12, 2023

During the Brown County Fair on Labor Day in Johnstown, youth could participate in the Junior Barrels. Winners in the three age groups were: 5 & Under: 1.

Brown County Commissioners Discuss Increasing Meadville Avenue Speed Limit

News Staff

Tuesday, September 12, 2023

During the regular meeting of the Brown County Commissioners on September 5th, the commissioners discussed at length the possibility of increasing the speed limit on Meadville Avenue. Meadville Avenue was resurfaced this summer and the Sand Draw Bridge is open, so traffice can traverse from Ainsworth to Meadville without a detour and over smooth asphalt to the gravel.

Cherry County State Park Areas, WMAS Temporarily Banning Campfires

News Staff

Tuesday, September 12, 2023

Nebraska state park areas and wildlife management areas in Cherry County are temporarily banning campfires as drought conditions have triggered extreme fire danger. The following areas will have campfire bans until further notice: • Merritt Reservoir State Recreation Area.

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Ainsworth Library Holds Summer Reading Program

Niobrara Traveling Art Show Set Up in Ainsworth Library

Most awarded Trio in Gospel Music Coming to Prairie View Gospel Barn

NPPD Hosting Second Open Houses for Ainsworth Wind-Bassett Transmission Line

Former Ainsworth Resident Timothy Moylan Publishes Memoir

Memorial Buckles and Hard Luck Awards Handed Out During Kids Fun Day at the Brown County Fair

Ainsworth Girls Cross Country Team Takes First at Broken Bow Invite

Fun 5K Run and 1 Mile Walk Winners Announced at Brown County Fair

Junior Barrel Racing Results

Brown County Commissioners Discuss Increasing Meadville Avenue Speed Limit

Cherry County State Park Areas, WMAS Temporarily Banning Campfires

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