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George and Callie (Long) Smith. George Smith was the inventor of the dishwasher displayed in the basement of the Hooker County Historical Society Museum. Callie ran a cafe in Mullen for over 40 years. courtesy photo

George and Callie (Long) Smith. George Smith was the inventor of the dishwasher displayed in the basement of the Hooker County Historical Society Museum. Callie ran a cafe in Mullen for over 40 years. courtesy photo

A History Moment with Frank Harding

Editor’s note: Frank Harding shared this history moment at the last Hooker County Historical Society meeting and is now sharing it with Tribune readers. At the May 26th Hooker County Historical Society meeting, he will be sharing the history of Mullen’s first military funeral.
Gerri Peterson placed 3rd in all class News Photo of the Year in the Nebraska Press Association’s Better Newspaper Contest with this photo. The photo was taken last August during the Hooker County Fair and had this cutline when it ran in the Aug. 12 issue: This pig managed to escape first Ella Homan, and then Daniel Wright through his legs!

Gerri Peterson placed 3rd in all class News Photo of the Year in the Nebraska Press Association’s Better Newspaper Contest with this photo. The photo was taken last August during the Hooker County Fair and had this cutline when it ran in the Aug. 12 issue: This pig managed to escape first Ella Homan, and then Daniel Wright through his legs!

3rd place News Photo of the Year

Kearney - Results from the Nebraska Press Association’s Better Newspaper Contest were announced Saturday night, April 30 at an awards banquet at the Crowne Plaza in Kearney. Categories for both weeklies and dailies are focused on writing, photography, advertising, digital, design and creativity.

Beef Issue materials wanted!

It’s that time of year! The deadline for the Beef Issue, which will be published Thursday, May 26, is MONDAY, MAY 16. Anyone who has a story (or story idea) and/or beef photo of anything related to ranching is encouraged to submit it to the Tribune!

Donate blood Monday, May 16

With summer just around the corner, blood donations are critically important to maintain a stable blood supply. When schools let out and families set off on vacation, the American Red Cross typically sees a decline in donors, often leading to a seasonal blood shortage.
Valedictorian - Taylor Svoboda

Valedictorian - Taylor Svoboda

Valedictorian - Taylor Svoboda

My name is Taylor Jane Svoboda, the daughter of Clint and Barb Svoboda. I was born on April 16, 2004, in North Platte, Nebraska. I have attended Mullen Public Schools from kindergarten through 12th grade.
Salutatorian - Samuel Coble

Salutatorian - Samuel Coble

Salutatorian - Samuel Coble

My name is Samuel Garrin Coble, I am the son of Matt and Jill Coble. I have a twin sister, Callie, and a younger brother Jack. I was born in North Platte, Nebraska, on April 1, 2004. I attended Mullen Public Schools from kindergarten to my senior year.
Kyle Durfee

Kyle Durfee

Kyle Durfee

My name is Kyle Lynn Durfee, the son of Myron and Caroline Durfee. My siblings are Emily, Ty and Luke Durfee. I was born on Sept. 25, 2003, in Glasgow, Montana.
Fletcher Pollard

Fletcher Pollard

Fletcher Pollard

My name is Fletcher Pollard, son of Shane Pollard and Lori Naber. I was born in Broken Bow, Nebraska, on Feb. 3, 2004. I have been attending Mullen High School for the last year and three months. I have participated in FFA, wrestling and FBLA.
Spencer DeNaeyer

Spencer DeNaeyer

Spencer DeNaeyer

My name is Spencer DeNaeyer, son of Martin and Bree DeNaeyer. I was born Aug. 23, 2003, in Valentine, Nebraska. I have gone to Mullen for my whole education. I have been involved in football and wrestling for all four years, and track for one year.
Adam Wiens

Adam Wiens

Adam Wiens

My name is Adam Wiens, the son of Wynn and Crystal Wiens. I have one brother, Justin, who is three years older than I am. I was born March 13, 2004, in Valentine, Nebraska. I have attended Mullen Public Schools from kindergarten to senior year.