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Legacy Five Returns to the Gospel Barn

Legacy Five is making a return appearance at the Prairie View Gospel Barn at 3 p.m., Sunday, March 15, 2026. When the Legendary Cathedral Quartet retired in December of 1999, Scott Fowler and Roger Bennett decided to continue the rich musical tradition of Southern Gospel Quartet singing.

Stay in the Game and Get Screened for Colon Cancer

During the month of March, the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services encourages Nebraska residents age 45 and older to get screened for colon cancer. Both men and women over the age of 45 are at increased risk, and regular preventive health screenings save lives.

The Forage Minute

Record winter high temperatures are causing earlier weeds emergence; so now is the time to control winter annual weeds in alfalfa. Thin field stands combined with open soil surfaces and adequate moisture can result in high weed pressure.

State and Federal Races to be on Primary Ballot

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.

Springview Student Awarded Nebraska Press Association Scholarship

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.

Who said Retirement is the End of our Calling?

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.

Brown County Sheriff’s Report

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