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Ainsworth High School had 20 students compete in the Scholastics Contest at Northeast Community College in Norfolk on Wednesday, April 1. Three students earned medals in their tests: Puridy Haley won gold in Personal Finance, Erick Hitchcock won gold in Literature and Kristofer Hitchcock won bronze in Geometry.

Area high school students begin their spring rodeo season on April 18 in McCook. The group has a busy schedule in the months of April and May.

Niobrara National Scenic River is welcoming summer with a full schedule of public events, including fishing clinics, night sky programs, river-focused programs, and aspecial events celebrating both America’s 250th anniversary and the 35th anniversary of Niobrara National Scenic River’s designation on May 24, 1991.

The Sand Painters Art Club’s yearly selection show is on display throughout the month of April at the Valentine Public Library. Residents and visitors alike are invited to experience a diverse display of artwork created by local artists.

The American Legion Post #79 of Brown County want to kick off the 250th birthday of the United States by celebrating Patriots Day on April 19. Henry Longfellow’s poem is about Paul Revere’s midnight ride on April 18, 1775.

Ainsworth American Legion Auxiliary Unit #79 met March 24. to celebrate the American Legion’s 107th birthday with a potluck carry-in dinner followed by the regular monthly meetings.

Within the Christian worldview, some might ask, “What’s the big deal about evangelism?” We would think this response would come from non-believers, but sadly, there are also church members who have the same calloused attitude.

April 5 A deputy was notified of a possible reckless driver. The vehicle was located driving 74 mph and a traffic stop was made.