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April 17: 10:41 a.m.: Officers responded to a report of fraud. April 17: 9:09 p.m.: Officers responded to a report of theft. April 19:

130 Years Ago May 8, 1896 The chimney now being constructed by Wm. Worthman for the railroad company will be 100 feet in height,

Hemingford Public Schools is pleased to announce that Miss Gina Jespersen has been named Elementary School Principal beginning with the 2026-2027 academic year. Miss

Hemingford Public Schools is pleased to announce that Mrs. Samantha Gilkerson has accepted the assignment of Activities Director beginning with the 2026-2027 school year.

Community organizations and individuals can apply for grants from the St. John’s ELCA Mission Endowment Fund in Alliance. Applications are due Monday, May 4.

Community organizations and individuals can apply for grants from the St. John’s ELCA Mission Endowment Fund in Alliance. Applications are due Monday, May 4.

Earlier this month, the Nebraska Department of Transportation announced that it is partnering with the University of Nebraska at Omaha’s Center for Public Affairs

130 Years Ago May 1, 1896 The Preston hotel office is receiving new wall paper. 125 Years Ago April 26, 1901 No records 120

April 9: 8:20 a.m.: Officers responded to a motor vehicle accident. April 10: 7:28 p.m.: Officers placed an individual in emergency protective custody. April

Joseph Hanefeldt, bishop of the Grand Island diocese, was on hand Sunday for Confirmation services at the Holy Rosary Church. Students from both Holy