World War II veterans honored in Bruning
Five World War II veterans from Bruning were honored at Bruning State Bank Dec. 11 with each receiving a Quilt
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New system comes to Nebraska schools
The Accountability for a Quality Education System Today and Tomorrow, or AQuESTT, is new for area educators, but possibly a
Read MoreCouncil to modify dangerous dog law
The Hebron City Council said Monday it will revisit the city’s dangerous dog ordinance, following a discussion that included members
Read MoreFire board approves billing
The Hebron Rural Fire Board adopted a measure to bill for rural blazes at a meeting Dec. 2.In the event
Read MoreNew variety store caters to all ages, tastes
Ray Kirkland has opened The Variety Store, a catch-all of old, new and handcrafted goods at 328 Lincoln Avenue. It
Read MoreBruning-Davenport gears up for beef
In a state where cattle is the top commodity and outnumbers actual people nearly four to one, Producer Gina Hudson
Read MoreWheelhouse rolling along in Deshler
The Wheelhouse in Deshler brought a hometown girl back from Maine. Looking to gain even more experience in the restaurant
Read MoreCouncil creates city administrator position
The Hebron City Council has appointed Chris Fangmeier as the city’s new administrator, a position created within the past couple
Read MoreCounty attorney calls lawsuit “frivolous”
Thayer County Attorney Dan Werner told the Thayer County Commissioners Oct. 28 a civil lawsuit filed against the county is
Read MoreDistrict moves ahead with design-build process
Five designs of the Thayer Central Community Schools district were presented at the School Facilities special meeting Oct. 14 of
Read MoreFamily ownened vineyard progressive in spirits, service
The Jim and Julie Stutzman family of Ohiowa are making their marks inthe hearty Nebraska wine and craft beer industries.The
Read MoreGuild Celebrates 65 years
This year, the hospital guild for Thayer County Health Services celebrates their sixty-fifth anniversary.To mark this milestone, here are a
Read MoreDonald Reinboth
Donald Reinboth, 87, of Bruning passed away September 21 in Hebron. Funeral services were conducted from the Trinity Lutheran Church
Read MoreMartin Wiedel
Martin Wiedel, 67, formerly of Fairbury passed away on September 24 at Saint Francis Medical Center in Grand Island. Mass
Read MoreCarol Mulch
Carol Mulch, 77, formerly of Hubbell passed away on September 22. Graveside service was held September 28 at the Chester
Read MoreCraig Pierce
Craig Pierce, 54, of Chester passed away on September 24 at his home. A memorial service was held on September
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Belvidere Fall Festival
Fall was in the air in the little town of Belvidere this Sunday at their annual Fall Festival. Former President
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New Stastny Community Center Nearing Completion
The new Stastny Community Center is nearing completion after much anticipation. The next Hebron City Council meeting will be held
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STOMP! Out Epilepsy and SUDEP Holds First Walk in Hebron
STOMP! Out Epilepsy and SUDEP is a fundraising walk to raise funds for the Chelsea Hutchison Foundation. The Chelsea Hutchison
Read MoreNorma Frye
Norma Frye, 89, of Hebron, passed away September 15 at Thayer County Health Services. Funeral services were held September 18
Read MoreHelen Fisher
Helen Fisher,98, of Hebron, passed away September 10 at the Blue Valley Lutheran Nursing Home. Graveside services were held September
Read MoreJames “Jimmy” Heinrichs
James “Jimmy” Heinrichs, formerly of Carleton, passed away September 2 at the Golden Living Center in Tekamah at the age
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Bruning Dam Recreation Area, Habitat Enhancement Project
The Little Blue Natural Resources District (NRD) and the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission (NGPC) have been working cooperatively on
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Thayer Central Teacher Wins Distinguished Service Award
Thayer Central teacher and Hebron High graduate Deb Bulin was awarded the Donald W. Miller Distinguished Service Award for “her
Read MoreCouncil Hears Annual Budget
Hebron city officials heard the annual budget request during a postponed meeting Wednesday, September 9. The meeting was postponed due
Read MoreHebron Lions Club Celebrates 75th Anniversary with Special Presentation
The Hebron Lions Club is celebrating its 75 Anniversary with a special get-together on October 11 at the new Stastny
Read MoreRalph Schardt
Ralph Henry Schardt, 95, of Hebron, passed away September 4, 2015 at home. Funeral services were held September 9 at
Read MoreDonna Ahrenkiel
Donna L. Ahrenkiel, 91, formerly of Carleton, passed away on September 4, 2015. Funeral services were held September 11 at
Read MoreJames Walters
James Russell Lee Walters, 66, of Hebron, passed away September 5th at the family home in Hebron. Memorial services were
Read MoreBetty Drohman
Betty Drohman, 92, formerly of Deshler, passed away September 3 at Southlake Village in Lincoln. Funeral services were held September
Read MoreSharon Holtzen
Sharon Holtzen, 66, of Bruning, passed away August 31, 2015. Funeral services were held September 3 at Trinity Lutheran Church
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Two Major Local Businesses Awarded by Governor Ricketts
On Thursday, September 10, Governor Pete Ricketts announced this year’s recipients of the Governor’s Wellness Award. A total of 43
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Carleton Hosts Annual Milo Days
This September marked another successful Milo Days celebration. The weekend was full of fun, family activities including a demo derby,
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Mayor Signs Direct Support Professionals Week Proclamation
Sue McGhghy, Laurie Svanda and Beth Barnes, Region V Services staff, stand next to Mayor Shane Day as he signs
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‘Not Guilty’ Plea and Plea Agreement Held in District Court
A not guilty plea was heard in the September district court session along with a plea agreement. Harold Stone, 59,
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Carleton’s Annual Celebration Returns this Year: Ten Vie for Queen
Ten local girls will be competing for the Milo Day Queen crown at the annual 2015 Milo Days celebration in
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Reinke to be Featured on ‘How It’s Made’ TV Show
Reinke will have its center pivot irrigation systems featured on the TV show ‘How It’s Made,’ on the Science Channel.
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Thayer Central Hosts Beef Boosters Kick-Off
The Thayer Central High School gym was alive with anticipation as students, parents and donors gathered for the Titan Beef
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Weekend Pursuits Lead to Arrests
Early Friday morning, a Hebron man was arrested near Edgar after a high-speed chase that passed through three counties, according
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Hebron Chamber Holds Ribbon Cutting for Two Businesses
Last Thursday, the Hebron Chamber of Commerce celebrated the openings of two businesses: The Tin Roof, located on Lincoln Avenue,
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Fair Photos Available!
We were there for the shows, contests, excitement and laughs during the 2015 Thayer County Fair recording special moments through
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Blue Valley Bowl Owner Named Proprietor of the Year
Hebron’s Dale Klaumann, owner of Blue Valley Bowl, was named one of several recipients for the Proprietors of the Year
Read MoreEdna Molthan
Edna Molthan, 93, formerly Bruning, passed away August 9, 2015 at the Happy Siesta Care Center in Remsen, Iowa. Services
Read MoreDonald Kasl
Donald Kasl, 80, of Chester, passed away at the Republic County Hospital in Belleville, Kansas on August 8, 2015. Services
Read MoreElaine Hissong
Elaine Hissong, 87, formerly Belvidere, passed away July 23, 2015, in San Antonio, Texas. Services will be held September 5
Read MoreEsther Folkerts
Esther Folkerts, 89, formerly Alexandria, passed away at the Mulder Health Care Center in West Salem, Wisconsin. Services will be
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City Council Sends Letter of Complaint Regarding Speed Limit Change
After receiving a number of complaints regarding a speed limit change to U.S. Highway 81, city council members voted to
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Beautician and Customer Celebrate 57 Years of Hairdos
“I think it’s done now,” said the elderly woman under the hair dryer. Hairstylist Elaine O’Neal, and owner of Elaine’s
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School Board Decides on Performance Criteria Developer Candidates
Last Thursday, the Thayer Central school board met once more to discuss candidates for a performance criteria developer (PCD), which,
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College Student From Hebron Goes on Peru Mission Trip
While many take the summer as a time to relax, college student and Hebron resident Ben Hintz took it as
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