Hooker County Fair royalty history

by Gerri PetersonThe honor of the Hooker County Fair King and Queen has been a fair tradition since 1987. Prior to 1987, a Hooker County Fair Queen and Princess were named after a queen contest that took place with competitions such as speech, style show and sitting down to a fancy meal.

Dr. Steve honored by Mullen Ambulance Service

Dr. Steve Boyer was recognized by the Mullen Ambulance Service on July 21 for his many years of service as their medical director - he will be missed! Pictured l-r: Doug Boyer, Shauna Donohoe, Barb Svoboda, Melody McDowell, Shelby Hardin, Dr.

Rumble in the Hills Auto Show has 52 entries

The 5th annual Rumble in the Hills Auto Show was held by the Hooker Motor Club at the Hooker County Fairgrounds on Saturday, July 26 with 52 entries.

Historical Society to meet next Aug. 25

by Jennifer Peters 6-27-25 President Chuck Anders called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m., followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.June minutes were read by Jennifer Peters and approved as read.Treasurer report read by Jennifer Peters, report approved as read.

Mullen Book Club discussing ‘The Dollhouse’ Aug. 20

The Mullen Book Club will meet next on Wednesday, Aug. 20 at 6:00 p.m. on the Hooker County Courthouse lawn. Bring a lawn chair and come discuss “The Dollhouse” by Fiona Davis.Copies of the book are available at the Hooker County Library.

Nebraska Public Media tells John Cook’s story

Lincoln - Set against the cinematic backdrop of the Wyoming ranch where former Nebraska Volleyball Coach John Cook is living a new adventure, a Nebraska Public Media Sports crew captured an exclusive interview and images for “The Last Ride with John Cook,” premiering Sunday, Aug. 10, at 7 p.m.

Over 60 participate in Water Carnival to kick off fair

by Gerri PetersonThe Water Carnival kicked off the Hooker County Fair at the Mullen Swimming Pool on Friday, July 25. Twenty-three kids participated in the baby pool events, with 40 kids participating in the big pool.

Newest Connealy baby scheduled his own delivery!

Editor’s note: Reprinted with permission from Rural Radio Network.by RRN Staff July 15 - When you’re a rancher in Nebraska, life rarely sticks to a schedule, even when it’s time for a newborn baby.

Public invited to free meal July 31

The public is invited to a community appreciation barbecue provided by the Mullen EMS during the Hooker County Fair on Thursday, July 31 at the Hooker County Community Center from 5:30-7:30 p.m.