DISTRICT 117 SCHOOL BOARD TO MEET
DISTRICT 117 SCHOOL BOARD TO MEET The Board of Education of Dundy County Stratton, District 117, will meet on Monday, March 9, 2026 MT at the high school in Benkelman, Nebraska. The agenda will be kept continually current as to subjects to be discussed and acted upon. A copy of the same shall be posted…
Read MoreHITCHCOCK COUNTY – HOMETOWN HISTORY – WEEK OF MARCH 5, 2026
News of 1926 The Trenton Register 100 Years Ago Wedding Bells Mr. Elmer R. Schwenk of Palisade and Miss Helen D. Kee of Wauneta were united in marriage by Rev. O.W. Reger Tuesday at high noon in the Congregational parsonage. The groom’s brother was the Best Man and the bride’s sister was the Bridesmaid. The…
Read MoreLady Tigers Rally Past Loomis in 37–36 State Tournament Thriller
The top-seeded Dundy County Stratton Lady Tigers survived and advanced in the first round of the Class D2 State Basketball Tournament on Wednesday at Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln. They edged out the #8 Loomis Wolves with a narrow 37-36 victory, thanks to a strong defensive stand in the final seconds. With this win, Dundy…
Read MoreArlene Marie Eskew June 13, 1931 – February 28, 2026
Arlene Marie Eskew, born on June 13, 1931, in Haigler to Bruce and Esther (Young) Robb, peacefully passed away on February 28, 2026, in Imperial. A loving wife and dedicated homemaker, Arlene’s life was a tapestry woven with care for her family and friends. Arlene grew up in southwestern Chase County and graduated from Imperial…
Read MoreJancie Nielsen December 4, 1929 ~ February 22, 2026
She was the daughter of Niels and Opal (Andrew) Nielsen born Dec 4, 1929 in Dundy county north of Benkelman. Her mother’s health after childbirth was such that her baby had to be cared for grandparents and aunts for nearly five years. Early childhood years found her in the outdoors learning to love the little…
Read MoreChristopher “Chris” Allen Reid April 1, 1963 ~ February 23, 2026
Christopher “Chris” Allen Reid, of McCook, passed away at his lake house in. Randolph, Kansas on February 23, 2026, at the age of 62. Chris was born April 1, 1963 in Oxford to parents Marion Chester and Sandra C. (Storz) Reid. He was one of four children who grew up in southwest Nebraska, graduating from…
Read MoreGordon George Gessleman October 24, 1939 ~ February 20, 2026
Gordon George Gessleman passed away at his home in Culbertson, at the age of 86, on February 20, 2026. Gordon was born on October 24, 1939, to parents Charles and Elsie (Worley) Gessleman in McCook. Gordon was raised on the family farm and he graduated from Culbertson High School in 1957. Gordon proudly served in…
Read MoreDean Leroy Cook April 20, 1964 ~ February 20, 2026
Dean Leroy Cook, 61, of Brighton, Colorado, passed away at his home on February 20, 2026. Dean was born on April 20, 1964 in Stratton to John and Janice (Daniel) Cook. After graduating from high school, he worked various jobs before deciding to join the United States Navy in November of 1986. In April of…
Read MorePALISADE VILLAGE BOARD OF TRUSTEES REGULAR SESSION MINUTES FEBRUARY 11, 2026
PALISADE VILLAGE BOARD OF TRUSTEES REGULAR SESSION MINUTES FEBRUARY 11, 2026 The Palisade Village Board of Trustees met in Regular Session Wednesday February 11, 2026 at the Village Office. MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Jason Hicks, Reid Ott, Kaila Brown, Joe Vrbas, Randy Miner. ABSENT: none. OTHER STAFF PRESENT: Kristin Ward, Attorney Phil Lyons. GUESTS PRESENT:…
Read MoreCITY OF BENKELMAN CITY COUNCIL MEETING REGULAR MEETING FEBRUARY 16, 2026
CITY OF BENKELMAN CITY COUNCIL MEETING REGULAR MEETING FEBRUARY 16, 2026 The City Council met in the Council Chambers beginning at 6:30 p.m. for the Regular Meeting. Present: Mayor Tammy Buffington; Council Members JoAnn Decker, Dustin Bundy, Deb Stamm, Nick Baney; City Clerk/Treasurer Robyn Mathews; City Superintendent Tim Smith; City Attorney Tawna Holmstedt; Dundy County…
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