December 13, 2024 I’m proud of the work my team and I have done fighting for Nebraska this year. Whether it’s meeting with Nebraskans or helping you navigate the federal government, my goal remains the same. I’m working to make sure your voices are heard, your concerns are addressed, and Nebraska’s priorities are advanced in Washington.

In 1916, Omaha native Jarvis Offutt entered officer training at Fort Snelling, Minnesota. The United States had not yet entered World War I, but tensions were simmering at home and exploding abroad. No doubt the Offutt family was carefully following news of the Great War. No doubt they wondered whether America would be pulled in. Jarvis asked to be transferred to aviation, and by the end of the year, he received his commission as a First Lieutenant in the Aviation Section, United States Signal Corps.

When many people hear the term plastic surgery images of Hollywood stars trying to fight back the effects of aging come to mind. It is easy to assume that plastic surgeons just deal in vanity.

Southwest Nebraska Public Health Department (SWNPHD) reminds everyone to cover their coughs, particularly during this season when numerous viruses are making people ill. Viruses such as RSV and COVID-19 have been spreading at high levels throughout November and December, and influenza (the flu) is now also circulating.

The family of John and Ingrid Tangeman would like to honor them on their 70th birthday with a card shower. John’s birthday is January 2nd and Ingrid’s birthday is January 18th. Cards will reach them at: John and Ingrid Tangeman, PO Box 387, Arapahoe, NE 68922

Margaret Ann (Jones) Andersen, 76, of North Platte, passed away December 8, 2024, at Linden Court. Margaret was born March 18, 1948, to Harold and Doris (Snyder) Jones in North Platte.

Dale Raymond Laizure, age 89, of Stamford, Nebraska passed away peacefully at home on Monday, December 9, 2024, from a courageous battle with cancer. He was born on July 17, 1935, the third of four children to Ira D.

Frances D. Baily, age 79, of Oxford, Nebraska, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 10, 2024, at Holdrege Memorial Homes in Holdrege, Nebraska.

ANELMO - With five medalists, the Hi-Line wrestling team finished fourth at the AnelmoMerna Invite Saturday. Parker Schutz led the Bulls with a first-place finish at 144 pounds, pinning his way to the title.

SARGENT - With four finalists, the Cambridge wrestling team took third place at the Twin Loup Invite in Sargent Friday. Carter Hanes led the Trojans with another first-place finish, improving to 12-0 this season at 150 pounds.