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Heather Johnson wins national awards

News Staff
Tuesday, June 28, 2022
Editor’s note: Heather Johnson is the daughter of Gary and Glenda Phipps of Whitman. The Mid-Plains Community College Marketing and Public Information Office has been recognized at the national level.

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Nebraska Good Life Summer Contest

News Staff
Tuesday, June 28, 2022
Lincoln – Three lucky Nebraskans will have the chance to win fabulous prize this summer by sharing their fun-in-the-sun as part of the Nebraska Good Life Summer Contest.
L-r: Mia Flores-Green, Riley Hegland, Corynn Corbin, Mercedes Garner, Sponsor Sue Licking, Tierston Moore, Kalli Licking, Hayley Donohoe. Sooky Marks

L-r: Mia Flores-Green, Riley Hegland, Corynn Corbin, Mercedes Garner, Sponsor Sue Licking, Tierston Moore, Kalli Licking, Hayley Donohoe. Sooky Marks

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Girl Scouts take trip to Colorado

Sooky Marks
Tuesday, June 28, 2022
High school Mullen Girl Scout members recently took a trip to Colorado where they spent a day at Elitches testing their limits, overcoming their fears and observing the diverse life outside of Mullen.

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Third District Youth Advisory Council

News Staff
Tuesday, June 28, 2022
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE) is currently accepting applications for the 2022-2023 Third District Youth Advisory Council and encourages high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors to submit their applications by July 15th.
June in the Nebraska Sandhills

June in the Nebraska Sandhills

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June in the Nebraska Sandhills

News Staff
Tuesday, June 28, 2022
Always stunning in the Sandhills’ pastures during June, the few soapweed yuccas in Mullen were also on display this month. This photo was taken on June 17 on the corner of Second Street and Washington Avenue. Gerri Peterson
Hoffmann serves on ANAC committee

Hoffmann serves on ANAC committee

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Hoffmann serves on ANAC committee

News Staff
Tuesday, June 28, 2022
The Association of Nebraska Art Clubs (ANAC) Conference ended June 11 in Broken Bow, with 38 clubs represented.
Shop local poker run

Shop local poker run

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Winner receives $100 cash

News Staff
Tuesday, June 28, 2022
The Tribune is once again sponsoring a Shop Local Poker Run during the month of July to celebrate Gerri Peterson’s 14 year anniversary of owning the Tribune. Here’s what you need to know: •The poker run takes place July 1-25, 2022. •The winner will receive $100 cash.

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Nebraska Star Party to be at Merritt

News Staff
Tuesday, June 28, 2022
Merritt Reservoir State Recreation Area will host the Nebraska Star Party July 24-29. Take advantage of Merritt’s dark skies and enjoy the wonders of the night sky during the 29th annual Nebraska Star Party on July 24-29.
Riggin Hollenbeck’s drawing to go with his winning Hooker County Fair theme.

Riggin Hollenbeck’s drawing to go with his winning Hooker County Fair theme.

Pullin’ For a Good Time at the Hooker County Fair

News Staff
Tuesday, June 28, 2022
The Hooker County Fair theme contest was open to grades K-12, with Riggin Hollenbeck winning it with “Pullin’ For a Good Time at the Hooker County Fair.” He will receive $50 of Mullen Bucks from the Hooker County Ag Society.

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Notes from the Central Sandhills Area Extension Office

News Staff
Tuesday, June 28, 2022
Thedford - Here are a few updates from your Nebraska Extension office serving Blaine, Thomas, Hooker and Grant counties. Summer Schedule July 1 - DUE DATE. Fair entries/livestock and horse IDs due to CSA office. Horse skills test must be completed.
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