Exeter will host its sixth annual Christmas Magic on Main on Saturday, Dec. 6, starting at 9:30 a.m. at the Exeter Legion. Exeter Community Club Vice President Taylor Kahlandt said the first …
After years of helping producers through Nebraska Extension, Nathan Mueller is now helping shape the future of Nebraska's wheat, barley and triticale as NU Horizon Genetics’ new executive …
Downtown Milligan transformed into a cozy Christmas village for its annual Holiday Market on Main. Around 32 vendors sold a variety of goods at the event, including crocheted stuffed animals, …
Crete Area Medical Center unveiled a new Advanced Life Support interceptor vehicle and dedicated garage Nov. 13 during an event that highlighted a first-of-its-kind partnership between the hospital, …
Crete High School FBLA members are gearing up for one of the community’s most beloved holiday traditions: Breakfast with Santa, set for Dec. 6 from 8 to 11 a.m. at Crete High School. The …
As needs rise and funds fall, Crete Cares calls on the community for help. Crete Cares aims to demonstrate Christ’s love, hope and compassion in a tangible way to help people who are …
The same passion that connected Janet Jeffries of Crete to Dr. Vladimir Kucera’s work earned her a Czech award created in his honor. The Dr. Vladimir Kucera Award recognizes someone who, …
Crete Area Medical Center unveiled a new Advanced Life Support interceptor vehicle and dedicated garage Nov. 13 during an event that highlighted a first-of-its-kind partnership between the hospital, …
State Sen. Tom Brandt told the Saline County Board of Commissioners on Nov. 10 that the Legislature is bracing for a tight 2025 session as tax pressures mount, new revenue remains limited and major …
Four area veterans were wrapped in the warmth of gratitude on Nov. 11 as they received Quilts of Valor during the Veterans Day program that was a collaboration between the Crete VFW Club, American …
Don and Cathy Pracheil have truly gone the distance – 50 U.S. capitols, countless memories and a completed bucket list item. The Pracheils grew up in Crete and have lived in Seward for the …
When Taylor Phipps’ name was drawn as this year’s Crete Rotary Grocery Grab winner, he could have filled his cart with food for his own family. Instead, the owner of Alpha Omega …
The remains of Pvt. Erwin H. “Bud” Schopp were returned to Plymouth this summer, more than 82 years after the local soldier died as a prisoner of war during World War II. His …
During the Nov. 9 Veterans Day program in Milligan Randy Capek recounted the path of his service from being drafted in 1967 through his deployment with the 9th Infantry Division in Vietnam. Capek …
A folded flag can mark the end of a life, the close of a ceremony or a moment of reflection. In Milligan on Nov. 9, that familiar ritual was placed in the hands of two young members of the Junior …
Three veterans were recognized during the Quilts of Valor presentation at the Milligan Veterans Day program on Nov. 9. Presenter Adrienne Capek opened the segment with a reading about the Quilts of …
What fits inside a shoebox? For millions of children overseas, it is joy, faith and a reminder that people care. Operation Christmas Child is a project through Samaritan’s Purse …
The City Council approved two LB840 projects and tabled a third, continuing a steady flow of economic activity connected to the long standing incentive program at their regular meeting on Nov. 4. …
The years after serving can be difficult. JAVELAN helps veterans and first responders find a new leash on life. American Legion Auxiliary District 11 President Mary Beth Coffey designated …
The Friend Legion Ford Banka Post 183 will conduct a benefit to help a veteran whose family lost a house in Jamaica during Hurricane Melissa on Oct. 28. The benefit will be at the legion post in …
The EMF school district is continuing to show its strong sense of community through an effort to help students in need. On Nov. 2, the district hosted a Clothing Swap and Drive at the Friend …
When the luminarias glow at the Doane University/Saline County Relay for Life, the community will once again be united in the fight against cancer. Relay for Life will be Friday, April 10, 2026, …
Tiger Restoration has opened its doors in Crete, bringing new home improvement and restoration services to the community. Owned by Juan and Antonia Rafael, the business offers bilingual …
Saline County and Crete officials are moving forward with efforts to rename Highway 33 between Crete and Dorchester in honor of PFC Charley Havlat, a Dorchester native recognized as the last American …
Judy Rada never set out to be a museum leader. She showed up, pitched in and, as she tells it, got handed a job because she could type. “I started as secretary in ’02,” Rada …