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Devotions with Geneva: From darkness to light

News Staff
Tuesday, April 15, 2025
Editor’s note: Geneva Connell of Tryon has been writing devotions for the past several years. She has published a book called, “From My Pen to Your Heart.”by Geneva Connell Here it is Easter time again. Crucifixion day was the darkest day in history.

Sandhills Dog Expo to be in Mullen Saturday, April 26

News Staff
Tuesday, April 15, 2025
Hooker and Thomas County 4-H programs are working together to host a Sandhills Dog Expo on Saturday, April 26 at the Hooker County Fairgrounds beginning at 8:00 a.m., open to the public.The event is free for all 4-H members and parents and $10 for anyone not affiliated with 4-H.

United Women in Faith hold March meeting

News Staff
Tuesday, April 15, 2025
by Lois Folk United Women in Faith met Wednesday afternoon, March 26 in the senior high room of the church with four members present.President Sue Bonsteel opened the meeting. Concerns and a joy were given. Special concerns were given about the Feb.

Nebraska Birding Bowl is back

News Staff
Tuesday, April 15, 2025
Participate in the third Nebraska Birding Bowl and learn about birds, enjoy the outdoors and contribute data toward bird conservation. This fun, free statewide competition is returning this May for Nebraska Bird Month.
Mullen native Tyrell Wilson (back to the camera) was an instructor for the interior fire and search and rescue training held at Mullen’s fire training center last Saturday, April 12. Wilson is the Fire Safety Lead at Gerald Gentleman Station at Sutherland. Firefighters from Mullen, Thedford, Stapleton, Tryon, Sandhills and Hyannis Volunteer Fire Departments took part in the training. Pictured l-r: Spencer Burk - Thedford, Huck Kemp - Tryon, Jason Brown and Nick Licking - Mullen, Wilson, a Stapleton fireman

Mullen native Tyrell Wilson (back to the camera) was an instructor for the interior fire and search and rescue training held at Mullen’s fire training center last Saturday, April 12. Wilson is the Fire Safety Lead at Gerald Gentleman Station at Sutherland. Firefighters from Mullen, Thedford, Stapleton, Tryon, Sandhills and Hyannis Volunteer Fire Departments took part in the training. Pictured l-r: Spencer Burk - Thedford, Huck Kemp - Tryon, Jason Brown and Nick Licking - Mullen, Wilson, a Stapleton fireman

Local VFDs train at Mullen’s fire training center

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Tuesday, April 15, 2025

Construction begins at Hyannis area lakes

News Staff
Tuesday, April 8, 2025
Construction has begun on new amenities at Frye Lake and Avocet Lake near Hyannis. If all goes according to schedule, anglers will have an easier time launching boats at both locations by the end of the summer.
Easter Service Schedule

Easter Service Schedule

Holy Week & Easter service church schedules

News Staff
Tuesday, April 8, 2025
Sandhills CatholicThursday, April 17: Mass of the Lord’s Supper - 6 p.m. in Mullen. Supper to follow with Adoration until midnight.  Friday, April 18: Good Friday of the Lord’s Passion - noon CT in Thedford; 3 p.m. in Mullen; 6 p.m. in Hyannis.Saturday, April 19: Holy Saturday Tenebre Prayer - 9 a.
The “Hooker Hunters” team of Burke Schneider, Billy Casey, Justin Wiens and Wynn Wiens (pictured l-r) won this year’s race. courtesy photo

The “Hooker Hunters” team of Burke Schneider, Billy Casey, Justin Wiens and Wynn Wiens (pictured l-r) won this year’s race. courtesy photo

17th annual Polar Bear Tank Race held last month

News Staff
Tuesday, April 8, 2025
courtesy of the SJNSB April newsletter and Facebook page The 17th Annual Polar Bear Tank Race festivities were held in Mullen and the Middle Loup River on March 7-8, 2025.Hosts and organizers, Mitch and Patty Glidden were well pleased with the turnout.
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