Memorial Day Services
Benkelman – The Benkelman American Legion will host a shortened Memorial Day Service on Monday beginning at 9:00 a.m. at the site of the Veterans Memorial on the grounds of the Dundy County Courthouse. There will be no service at the cemetery. People are asked to abide by social distancing guidelines and can even stay…
Read MoreSwanson Lake to Open for All Camping, but other facilities remain closed at Lake
Swanson Lake promises to be a busy spot this holiday weekend and tent and RV camping is back open. However, the swimming beaches, playgrounds, and restroom and shower facilities will remain closed. The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission will open first-come, first-served camping on May 22 at Smith Falls State Park, 35 state recreation areas…
Read MoreTwo Additional Positive Cases of COVID-19 in Southwest Nebraska
Southwest Nebraska Public Health Department (SWNPHD) has been notified of two additional persons from SWNPHD’s health district that have tested positive for COVID-19. New cases include: • One Red Willow County resident – A female in her 30’s who is self-isolating at home, related to direct contact with case #4 from Red Willow County. •…
Read MoreStratton’s Mushroom Man
A downtown Stratton building that has been home to restaurants in the past, is now home to a different kind of food preparation. The newest downtown Stratton business owner is growing gourmet mushrooms in what was formerly The Whistlestop Cafe. Wade Hanes, a 1979 Stratton High School graduate, is affectionately known as Stratton’s Mushroom Man.…
Read MoreHoward John Schrader, Jr. – December 21, 1948 to April 21, 2020
Howard John Schrader, Jr. – December 21, 1948 to April 21, 2020 A full obituary can be viewed in the April 29, 2020 issue of the Benkelman Post.
Read MoreLucille Estherine Edwards – April 13, 1925 to April 19, 2020
Lucille Estherine Edwards – April 13, 1925 to April 19, 2020 Graveside Services will be held Wednesday morning, May 13, 2020, 11:00 A.M. at the Benkelman Cemetery, with Rev. Mike Clements officiating. A full obituary can be viewed in the April 29, 2020 issue of the Benkelman Post.
Read MoreDundy County Gift Card Match Campaign to Help Local Businesses
Dundy County shoppers can double their support of local businesses by purchasing gift cards and certificates through the first week of June. The purpose of the Dundy County Gift Card Match Campaign is to stimulate retail sales for Dundy County businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic and retain local businesses. Megan Spargo, the director of the…
Read MoreCurtis George Williams – July 1, 1929 to March 29, 2020
Curtis George Williams – July 1, 1929 to March 29, 2020 A full obituary can be read in the April 30, 2020 issue of the Hitchcock County News.
Read MoreArea Churches and Businesses Can Resume Operations With Guidelines on May 4
The State of Nebraska is easing some restrictions aimed at stopping the spread of the novel coronavirus. This does not mean life returns to normal: There is no cure or vaccine for the highly contagious COVID-19. Nebraska Gov. Pete Ricketts, who is softening some of the rules, said social distancing should be upheld. What is…
Read MoreHitchcock County Has First Positive Test for COVID-19
Southwest Nebraska Public Health Department (SWNPHD) has been notified of three additional persons from SWNPHD’s health district that have tested positive for COVID-19. New cases include: • One Furnas County resident – A female in her 40’s who is self-isolating at home, related to travel outside the health district. • One Frontier County resident –…
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