Kramer goes nuts for squirrel hunt

The Kramer Bar and Grill will once again host its annual Squirrel Hunt on Saturday, Jan. 18. This unique event has grown into a community favorite, combining recreational fun with a chance to …

CCLC to host “Let’s Glow Crazy” event

In order to engage students and families, the Cardinal Community Learning Centers, the afterschool program at Crete Public Schools, will be hosting a “Let's Glow Crazy” event on …

The Crete High School band played at Nebraska men’s basketball games over winter break to fill in for the UNL band students who were on Christmas vacation.

Crete High band gets opportunity to play at Pinnacle Bank for Husker games

The Crete High School band recently got an opportunity to play for a few Nebraska basketball games at Pinnacle Bank arena. Eric Fahrlander, Crete High School band instructor, said the …

Papa’s piggyback ride warms winter morning

From firefighter to commissioner, Rohrig answers the call to serve

Ray Rohrig is not new to serving his community. As a firefighter, rescue co-captain and member of several local organizations, the Friend native has built a reputation of getting things done. …

A new voice in Saline County government

For lifelong Crete resident Brian Pribyl, being elected to the Saline County Board of Commissioners is an opportunity to give back to the community he knows so well. As a county commissioner, he …

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Atley Zoubek of Dorchester lines up a shot against Sterling on Jan. 9.

Longhorns remain undefeated, win two in week

Cards dominate Gering, take down Scottsbluff

The Crete boys’ basketball team hosted two teams from out west and sent both home with losses, dominating Gering 62-22 on Jan. 10, and defeating a solid Scottsbluff team 61-51 on Jan. 11. …

Savannah June of Dorchester lines up a three point shot on Jan. 2.

Longhorn girls breeze past Tigers

The Dorchester girls’ basketball team hadn’t played since Dec. 19, but the Longhorns didn’t seem to mind as DHS dominated Lewiston 56-15 on Jan. 3. Dorchester got out to a …

Boys get back on track, win two in a row

The Crete boys’ basketball team bounced back nicely after its loss to Bennington the previous week, defeating Beatrice 52-31 on Dec. 12, and Grand Island Northwest 57-45 on Dec. 13. …

If true, thank you

I saw online the other day a headline that said the Nebraska athletic director was asking the Big 10 to stop Friday night football games. Thank you, Troy Dannen. Ever since the NCAA decided …

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Elvin Filipi to celebrate 85th birthday

Elvin Filipi of Tobias will celebrate his 85th birthday early next month. He was born Dec. 8, 1939, in Tobias. His family members include his wife, Rose; daughter and son-In-law, Beth and …

Kathy Vosoba to celebrate 90th birthday

Kathy Vosoba (formerly of Wilber) will turn 90 on Thursday, Oct. 24. She was a promoter of the Wilber Czech Festival from the beginning. To help Kathy celebrate, cards may be sent to 7655 …

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Genie and Terry Dittmer to celebrate 50th anniversary

Genie and Terry Dittmer of Crete will celebrate their 50th anniversary later this month. They were married Sept. 28, 1974, in Columbus. Their family members include, daughter, Staci and …

Jim and Elaine Korinek to celebrate 55th anniversary

Jim and Elaine (Wattjes) Korinek will celebrate their 55th wedding anniversary this week. They were married Sunday, Aug. 24, 1969, at the First Lutheran Church in Wilber. Family members include …

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