Thursday, July 25, 2024

NEWS

Summer interns lend helping hand at Saline County Museum

Incoming sophomores at UNL Shelby Steyer of Friend and Jacob Cerny of Dorchester helped with research, exhibit upkeep and more at the Saline County Historical Museum through their internships this summer. Hear about what the students enjoyed about their time immersed in history and how the museum benefited from their help in an article in the Crete News and Friend Sentinel on July 31.

Wilber Junior Dancers polka in Crete

Fifty members of the Wilber Junior Czech Dancers entertained at Tabitha and the Garden in Crete on Monday, July 22. Dancers included: Colby Young, Hadley Drewes, Charli Asher Crew, Liam Hoesche, Berkley Hoesche, Tyndall Cramer, Mila Znamenacek, Jax Znamenacek, Jaxon Trautman, Rylan Trautman, Ethan Taylor, Brook Formanek, Anistyn Formanek, Kinley Seyfert, Clara Birkett, Rhett Hermsmeier, Riggs Brueggeman, Emilee Brueggeman, Marlee Brueggeman, Clara Newmyer, Avery Newmyer, Ellie Newmyer, Jessa Homolka, Izley Svarc, Ava Svarc, Madisyn Steuk, Ezeckiel Chaver, Kaylee Zahourek, Mason Zahourek, Arthur Seyfert, Haegen Havel, Brielle Mcmillan, Cale Mcmillan, Joe Filipi, Kenzlyn Winkler-Deboer, Franklin Koll, Charles Koll, Sawyer Lane, Meredith McArthur, Mabel McArthur, Clayton Long, Grace Lynn Long, Bristyl Niemeyer, Sloan Hohlfeld, Cleo Hohlfeld, Myzel Cassel, Kasen Fuller and Kaleb Fuller.

Dance assistants included Wilber Czech Princess Brynlee Burns, Logan Young and Barrett Vogel. Director Sheryl Kastanek provided treats to the dancers.

CHS band camp begins next week

Even though school is weeks away, the award winning band program at Crete High School is ramping up for another successful season as they host their annual band camp July 29-31 at Crete High. Mornings will be spent working on marching fundamentals over at Papik Field at Doane University, and then music rehearsals will take place inside in the afternoon at the high school. "We really appreciate the great partnership we have with Doane University," remarked band director Eric Fahrlander. "It makes such a big difference being able to practice on the Doane field, and I can't say enough about how great they are to work with!" Following a strong season last year, the expectations are high for the band program. "Our numbers might be a little less this fall since we lost a large senior class," explained Fahrlander. "but we will still be around 140 students strong, and we have a talented freshman class coming in. I expect us to do well" Community members can catch the marching band in action at any of the 5 home football games or 2 parades they will be competing at this fall. 

EVENTS

Cordova Pigeon Race - Sunday, July 28

The Cordova Pigeon Race will be held on Sunday, July 28. The pigeons will fly at 1:15 p.m. but a car show, free will dinner and children's story time will also be included in the day's events.

Exeter Days glowing back to the 80s - July 26-28

Exeter Days will be held July 26-28 this year. For a full schedule check out the facebook page.

FRIDAY, JULY 26
- Meal at the Legion from 7-9 p.m.

- Art Activity at American Legion from 7:30-8:30 p.m.
- Beer Mile 4x4 with prizes for the top two teams and best dressed
- Movie Night at 9:30 p.m. on the south side of Live Well Massage Therapy. Showing the Incredibles.

SATURDAY, JULY 27
- 7: 50 a.m. 80s fun run
- Parade at 12:30 p.m. followed by kids carnival and face painting
- Free swimming from 1-5 p.m.
- Live music from 8 p.m. to midnight

SUNDAY, JULY 28
- 9 a.m. church in the park
- Triathlon by ages. Registration begins at 10:45 a.m.
- Water balloon fight in the park (after triathlon)
- Poker tournament at legion. Register by 1:30 p.m.
- Free swimming 1:30-5:30 p.m. and 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Homemade ice cream social in Swanton - July 28

The Swanton Legion Hall is serving free will donation, homemade ice cream on Sunday, July 28 from 5-7 p.m.

Indie Art Night - August 1

Teen Night at the Crete Public Library will bring out your inner artist. Experiment with different materials to bring personal visions to life. Registration is required and the event is for teens ages 12 to 17.