For the first time since consolidating, Exeter-Milligan-Friend represented their school at the Class C All-State Band, bringing five student musicians to this well-known statewide event. On …
For more than four decades, Wilber Shop Qwik has remained a familiar stop for fuel, groceries and friendly conversation. After he graduated from high school, owner Ken Petersen of Carleton and …
When Plymouth needed a repair shop, Dave Schmidt didn’t wait for one to arrive — he built one himself. Schmidt, the shop’s owner, opened Auto Repair Plus in 2004. “There was just a …
After 37 years of coaching basketball at Exeter-Milligan-Friend Public Schools, longtime educator Paul Martin has stepped away from the sidelines — but not from the classroom. Martin, who …
Members of the Exeter Feeders and Breeders honored longtime Exeter farm and feedlot supporter Kathleen Harre during their annual banquet March 28 at the Milligan Auditorium. The annual banquet …
For accomplished horse trainer Morgan Snyder, success in the horse world isn’t measured only in titles or trophies — it’s found in growth, connection and the lessons learned along the way. …
Learning about agriculture won’t stop at textbooks for a group of EMF students set to travel around the Dominican Republic in 2027. Students will experience, take part in and better understand …
Planting season is fast approaching, meaning it is time for producers to ensure their pivots are ready to irrigate. Levi Roth, co-owner of County Line LLC, said preparation now can help prevent …
Saline County Feeders in Dorchester’s owner, Derek Pohl, believes that people in agriculture protect agriculture, and that is just what he set out to do last week. On March 18 Pohl …
The Saline County Planning and Zoning Commission spent its March 17 meeting discussing whether the county should update its regulations for solar developments and battery energy storage systems, but …
The Crete Chamber of Commerce highlighted its role in supporting local businesses, community events and partnerships during its annual banquet March 21, while also recognizing several local business …
Saline County commissioners again left the future of the former county jail unresolved March 17, with a motion to award the jail remodeling construction bid to BIC dying for lack of a second after a …
A presentation during the Crete Chamber of Commerce annual banquet highlighted opportunities for local residents to explore astronomy while encouraging stronger partnerships between the observatory …
Aniston Meints Vice President Aniston Meints, a junior, serves as a vice president of the EMF FFA Chapter, where she helps lead and support members throughout the year. …
District 32 legislative candidate Mark Schoenrock told Crete Rotary Club members March 11 that his campaign is centered on public service, responsible budgeting and protecting core government …
Crete firefighters and numerous mutual aid departments responded Thursday to a large grassfire near Wittstruck Road that prompted evacuations and road closures in southwest Lancaster County. The …
The Friend Volunteer Fire Department will host a road rally fundraiser Saturday, March 21, with proceeds supporting the community’s annual Fourth of July fireworks show. Participants will line …
Planning for a potential South Crete sports complex and park was among several development items discussed by the Crete City Council during its March 17 meeting at City Hall. Council members …
Two nationally recognized country music artists will headline the annual June Jubilee concert this summer in Milligan. Priscilla Block and Bart Crow will perform Friday, June 12, during the …
Years of hard work recently earned Janine Uldrich a top honor. Uldrich, an office technician for Children and Family Services in Beatrice, was named the first-place winner of the state …
A regional program aimed at helping young people navigate life after high school is seeking to build stronger connections in Saline County by linking students and families with education, …
The Friend Volunteer Fire Department will host a road rally fundraiser Saturday, March 21, with proceeds supporting the community’s annual Fourth of July fireworks show. Participants will line …
Saline County voters will decide May 12 whether to authorize keno for the Friend Recreation Association — commonly known as the Friend Country Club — after the Saline County Board of …
The Crete American Legion and American Legion Auxiliary honored Crete Police Department School Resource Officer Noah Zach during their March 3 meeting after he was named the Nebraska American Legion …
A Court Appointed Special Advocate webinar urged volunteers and other adults working with youth to rethink how they interpret teen behavior — and to treat communication like relationship-building, …