A team of high school artists from Norton claimed the team title Friday at McCook Community College’s 51st annual Paint-In Competition. Also the results of the Paint-In exhibition were announced and McCook High School’s Hanna Huff received this year’s “Best of Show” award.

By Andela Taylor | NCTA News As high school students across the country take advantage of early access to college credit, a growing number are turning to dual enrollment programs that offer a direct, affordable path into college and careers.

The Village of Bartley will be celebrating 140 years early this summer. A historical talk will be given at the Bartley Library on May 3, 2026 at 2:00PM. Historian Kevin Mc-Gregor will present a program of history about Bartley and Red Willow County. Kevin is the grandson of Bill and Ruth Teter. Bill had a drug store and pharmacy in Bartley starting in the 1920’s . After Bill’s untimely passing in 1970, Ruth kept the store going until 1986. Kevin will be joined by his cousin Steve Teter, grandson of Bill and Ruth.

Spring has officially arrived. Crabapples and flowering pears are nearing full bloom, and tulips and daffodils are putting on a colorful show. But not everything popping up this time of year is welcome. Henbit and dandelions may be thriving, but they’re not exactly the spring flowers most homeowners want in their lawns.

The Elwood Public Schools Board of Education met on Monday, April 13th, 2026. The meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. Ryan Shutts was absent and all other board members were present. There was no public comment. The agenda and minutes from the March 9th and March 17th, 2026 meetings were approved. The board approved the general financial report and activity financial report. Monthly bills discussed included fuel expenses at the Red Barn, a catered breakfast for the National Honor Society ceremony, school supplies for the upcoming school year, and food supplies through the nutrition fund.

MAYWOOD – During the monthly Maywood School Board meeting on Monday, April 13, social studies teacher, Colby Hamilton, gave an American Civics Report on the results of the annual immigration test given to high school seniors.

CURTIS – The Medicine Valley School Board met on April 13 for their regular monthly meeting. The board approved the agenda and consent agenda, the March board meeting minutes, and this month’s agenda, board bills, and treasurer’s report, followed by committee updates and facility project updates.

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There will be an Easter Pageant meeting on Tuesday, May 19th at the Curtis Station at 6:00 p.m. The public is welcome and encouraged to attend..

The Cambridge Board of Education met in regular session on Monday, April 13, 2026. All board members were present for the meeting. After the Pledge of Allegiance and the Open Meeting Law announcement, the Board recognized guests for public comments.