Kathryn Heitmann, on behalf of the Lions Club, stopped by the TVHS Auxiliary Thrift Store to pick up three large totes of new toys, children’s crafts, books and games that were donated to the store this year. TVHS Auxiliary Co-chair Sharon Lightle also presented Kathryn with 30 $10.00 gift certificates for the Lions Club Chrismas boxes. Merry Christmas to all from the Thrift Store!

OXFORD – The Holdregebased Prairie Quilts of Honor quilters presented area veterans quilts on December 16, 2024, at the Oxford old school. Donn Kaup of Oxford, the Post 219 Legion Commander, assisted in identifying local veterans and organizing the event.

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-Neb.), a member of the Senate Agriculture Committee, released the following statement after a dispute panel announced its finding that Mexico had violated its commitments under the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) with its ban on GMO corn: “I’ve been clear from the start—the United States would not accept Mexico’s unscientifi c ban against genetically modified corn. This ruling will hold Mexico accountable and prevent its blatant trade violation under the USMCA. This decision is a victory for family farmers, Mexican consumers, and the future of agricultural technology innovation. I look forward to working with President Trump and his administration to continue to hold Mexico accountable and ensure Nebraska’s farmers have access to the markets they rely on,” said Senator Fischer.

The Cambridge boys wrestling team finished third while Arapahoe was sixth and Southwest was 19th at the 20team Fran Jorgensen Invite in Cambridge Saturday. Cambridge’s Carter Hanes remained unbeaten on the year, pinning his way to the title at 157 pounds.

It is with great honor and appreciation that the residents of Stockville placed wreaths on the graves of our military veterans at Arbor Cemetery, Stockville NE on Sunday, December 15, 2024. Submitted by Cheryl Muilenburg

LINCOLN, NEB. – Recently announced US, Mexico, Canada Agreement (USMCA) dispute panel decision in favor of the United States in our case against Mexico’s unscientifi c and illegal ban of genetically modified corn is a significant victory for science and for Nebraska. Time and again, the safety of genetically modified corn has been proven. As one of the nation’s top corn producers and exporters of corn to Mexico, Nebraska farmers and the state’s economy stood to be greatly impacted if the panel allowed Mexico’s ban to stand. We stand prepared to work with the incoming Trump administration to ensure all our existing trade agreements are followed by our international partners so that Nebraska farmers and ranchers can continue to feed, fuel, and clothe the world.”

Arapahoe students Liam Garcia Tarula, Danielle Holcomb, and Alaina Leising were chosen for the Middle Level All-State Choir. They were chosen through an audition process and joined 250 fifth-eighth grade students from across Nebraska, in Lincoln on November 20th.

OXFORD – For the past two years, members of the local Legion Auxiliary have organized efforts to place wreaths on the graves of veterans as part of the Wreaths Across America program. Prior to the national event that was held at more than 4,600 locations on December 14, a Wreaths Across America truck delivered nine boxes of wreaths in Oxford.

Cambridge, NE – December 12, 2024 – A local home remodeler is breathing new life into the Cambridge housing market by utilizing the newly launched Housing Rehab Grant offered by Cambridge Economic Development. The program, designed to revitalize properties and support affordable housing initiatives, has helped transform a once-aging singlefamily home into a modern, affordable residence.

LINCOLN, NE (12/23/2024)-- The University of Nebraska-Lincoln conferred 1,149 degrees during commencement exercises Dec. 20 and 21 at Pinnacle Bank Arena.