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Trees, shrubs for sale through Upper Loup NRD

News Staff
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
The Upper Loup NRD has a wide variety of trees and shrubs for your spring planting needs. Whether you’re looking for hardy conifers, beautiful broadleaf trees, or versatile shrubs (all seedlings, bareroot and a few plugs), we have the perfect selection for your property.
Big Boy 4014 to be in North Platte

Big Boy 4014 to be in North Platte

Big Boy 4014 to be in North Platte

News Staff
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
As part of its historic America 250 Tour, Union Pacific Railroad’s legendary Big Boy No. 4014 steam locomotive will make a highly anticipated stop in North Platte on Wednesday, May 27.
Mullen Swimming Pool receives grant

Mullen Swimming Pool receives grant

Mullen Swimming Pool receives grant

News Staff
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
The Village of Mullen received a Mid-Nebraska Community Foundation Bob & Susan Childers Betterment Grant to upgrade the swimming pool surfaces. The grant process started last winter when Barb McIntosh/Village of Mullen applied for the first quarter of 2026.

EMS Corner: Update your medication list

News Staff
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
by Barb Svoboda In an emergency situation, stress can make it difficult to recall your own current medications, let alone those of a loved one. Keeping an up-todate list of your medications and dosages is very important for a variety of reasons.
Pictured l-r: Corey Crandall, Keith County Board of Commissioners chairman; Zoey Gorham, dispatcher; JoAnna Swisher, dispatcher; David Kling, Keith County Emergency Manager; Mary Pierce, Keith County Foundation Fund advisory committee chair; Amber Kuskie, KCFF committee member; Angie Kolste, KCFF commitee member; and Jordan Meininger, Keith County Emerngency Medical Services chief. courtesy photo

Pictured l-r: Corey Crandall, Keith County Board of Commissioners chairman; Zoey Gorham, dispatcher; JoAnna Swisher, dispatcher; David Kling, Keith County Emergency Manager; Mary Pierce, Keith County Foundation Fund advisory committee chair; Amber Kuskie, KCFF committee member; Angie Kolste, KCFF commitee member; and Jordan Meininger, Keith County Emerngency Medical Services chief. courtesy photo

Regional Emergency Dispatch System gets upgrade

News Staff
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
Ogallala - The Keith County Foundation Fund (KCFF) has awarded a $250,000 grant to support a critical upgrade to the Keith County Emergency Management Center’s dispatch system, strengthening emergency communications for residents across Keith County and the surrounding region and marking the...

Nebraska Beef Ambassador Contest

News Staff
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
Lincoln - Nebraska Cattlemen’s (NC) NCW – Consumer Education and Promotion Committee is pleased to announce the 2026 Nebraska Beef Ambassador Contest and Advocacy Training will take place in conjunction with NC’s 2026 Annual Midyear Meeting.

Primary Election results for Hooker County

News Staff
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
Hooker County had a 23.83% voter turnout for the Primary Election last Tuesday, May 12. Statewide, the Nebraska voter turnout was 27%.Here are the Hooker County results, which are unofficial until after the canvass board meets.Rep.

Memorial Day services next week

News Staff
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
A Sunset Service will be held at Dry Valley Church on Sunday, May 24 at 7:00 p.m.The church is located 14 miles north of Mullen on Highway 97, then 3 miles west.Mullen’s Memorial Day program will be Monday, May 25 at Cedarview Cemetery at 10:00 a.m. Canteen to follow.
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