D’Maris Schoneberg, age 79, formerly of Orleans, Nebraska passed away Tuesday, November 18th, 2025, at the Arbor Center, Franklin, Nebraska. She was born July 5, 1946 in Gary, Indiana to Ralph & Beulah (Morton) Stewart.

The Maywood Future Business Leaders of America recently hosted a soup luncheon and silent auction to support the Frontier County Ambulance Fund. The goal of this fundraiser is to help purchase a power load system for the ambulance stretcher — essential equipment that allows EMTs to transport patients more safely and efficiently while reducing physical strain on volunteers. If you were unable to attend but would still like to contribute, donations can be sent to the Frontier County Ambulance Fund. Your support helps ensure our community’s emergency responders have the tools they need to continue providing exceptional care. Shown in the picture are Sawyer Dibbern, Blayklee Farr, First Responder Michael Fisher, Dallas Grunden, and Raelene Lanning.

A Memorial Service and inurnment for Bonita Sturgis will be held at a later date. Bonita M.

The Wish Tree is Up! If you would like to make a wish come true this Christmas, stop by the Cambridge school to pick up a star any time the main office is open or during any event! Please be sure to note the number of star you are taking on the list under the tree! If you haven’t turned in your application, there is still time and plenty of room on the tree! Applications can be picked up at school.

Ona Malleck was born on October 20, 1939, in Lebanon, Nebraska to Fay and Tena (Rhonke) Larson. Ona was a proud graduate of Lebanon High School, graduating with the class of 1957. Ona married Thomas Malleck in Indianola, Nebraska in 1958; they first made a home in Holdrege, Nebraska prior to settling in Indianola in 1958. Ona and Thomas divorced in 1988, but their life together created a family and legacy that will carry her memory for generations to come.

Wendell William Mousel, known to most as Bill Mousel, was born on July 20, 1937, in McCook, Nebraska to R. Wendell and Velma (Hazen) Mousel. Bill lived a life steeped in dedication, hard work, and a deep-seated love for his family and community. Bill married the love of his life, Shirley Lou Musil on June 16, 1957 and to this union four children were born: Michael Todd, Rebecca Ann, William Troy, and Susan Dianne.

Harold Wayne Aupperle, 82, of Maywood, passed away November 20, 2025 at Great Plains Health. He was born on August 3, 1943 to Herman and Evelyn (Larson) Aupperle in Wellfleet.

HOLBROOK - The former home of the Holbrook Vet Clinic and Groom & Board has changed hands, making way for Kreutzer Animal Services. Erin Kreutzer, who was 15 years of experience as a Licensed Veterinary Technician, will own and operate the business and share her love and passion for animals.

Step into a world of wonder as you climb aboard the Curtis Express on the evening of December 14th, where the spirit of the holidays comes alive through twinkling lights, story time, and a journey straight to the North Pole!

Elwood’s Old Fashioned Christmas celebration is set for Monday, December 8. Downtown businesses will be open for refreshments and drawings from 4 p.m.