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MPS students will remain busy over summer break

News Staff

Tuesday, May 19, 2026

by MPS Counselor Kara Connealy In a blink, the spring semester passed us by. While summer may feel like a break from school, it is also a time when our students continue to grow through the many activities and opportunities they pursue outside the classroom.

More locals earn college degrees

News Staff

Tuesday, May 19, 2026

Seth Hower of Mullen graduated from Calvary University on May 9. The ceremony was held at South Haven Baptist Church in Belton, Missouri. Hower received a Bachelor of Arts in Bible & Theology and a Master of Divinity in Pastoral Ministry, graduating with high honors.

National FCCLA Qualifiers to begin flamingo flocking

News Staff

Tuesday, May 19, 2026

A flock of flamingos is projected to land in Mullen during the months of May, June and July. As a fundraiser for National FCCLA in Washington, D.C., the Mullen qualifiers are moving the flamingos nightly.

Cooper Walker competing at the Madison High School Rodeo. Steve Moseley

Locals competing at high school rodeos

News Staff

Tuesday, May 19, 2026

by Gerri Peterson Mullen High School’s cowboys and cowgirls continue to be in action at Nebraska High School Rodeos every weekend, continuing to gather points by finishing in the top 10 of their events.Madison - Saturday, May 9 Emerson Thorberg: 2nd barrels, 15.308; 23rd - poles, 27.

Locals complete college degrees of all kinds

News Staff

Tuesday, May 12, 2026

Kearney - Graduate and undergraduate degrees were conferred for 739 spring graduates at University of Nebraska at Kearney commencement exercises on Friday, May 8 at UNK’s Health and Sports Center.

MHS Students of the Month

News Staff

Tuesday, May 12, 2026

Junior Harper Andersen has been selected as Mullen High School’s April Student of the Month, an honor that reflects her dedication, leadership, and positive impact on those around her.Teachers describe Harper as a hardworking and motivated student who consistently puts her academics first.

Pictured back, l-r: Merick Lattin, parent sponsor Nichole Ourada, Harrison Vinton, Cooper Ourada, Kayden Evans, Miss Brown, Anna Ridenour. Front: Tate Phillips, Meyer Vinton, Brogan Jewell, Kinley Crisp, Aurora Polt, Jaxson Barnes. courtesy photo

2nd grade takes field trip to North Platte Community Playhouse

News Staff

Tuesday, May 12, 2026

by Miss Brown On May 5, the Mullen 2nd grade students enjoyed a field trip to North Platte. The day began at the North Platte Community Playhouse, where students toured the theater and explored behind-thescenes areas.

Mullen Elementary Field Day

News Staff

Tuesday, May 12, 2026

Mullen Public Schools would like to thank T-shirt spon sors Ten Aught Accounting and Hampton Well Drilling for sponsoring this year’s Field Day shirts. If you would like to become a future T-shirt spon sor, please contact Mr. Mauler.

The MHS class of 2026 on graduation day, l-r: Jacob Walker, Alex Werner, Trinity Marks, Cayden Hampton, Morgan Hassett, Jaylon Forsen, Sydnee Cheever, Tate Kvanvig, Hayley Donohoe. Megan Andersen Photography

Graduation held for MHS class of 2026

News Staff

Tuesday, May 12, 2026

by Gerri Peterson Nine graduates of Mullen High School moved their tassels last Saturday, May 9, during the graduation ceremony held at the Hilltop Gym.Students graduating with honors were noted in the graduation programs and as they received their scholarships: Summa Cum Laude: 4.

Hayley Donohoe

News Staff

Tuesday, May 5, 2026

My name is Hayley Donohoe, and I was born on July 22, 2007. My parents are Eric and Shauna Donohoe and I have one sister, Jenna. I have been attending Mullen Public Schools since the start of third grade.

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