On May 8, 2026, at approximately 9:15 p.m., deputies with the Furnas County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a large, unauthorized fire in the 700 block of R Street in Beaver City, Nebraska.

By: Mickayla Blender, Extension Educator As we transition from school to summertime, the “busy” time of 4-H gears up… or does it? When most people think of 4-H, they think about county fairs, workshops, and contests, but Nebraska 4-H offers year-round programs in non-traditional programming in your local schools.

MAYWOOD - Maywood will hold its Old Glory Days celebration this weekend, highlighting the United States’ 250th Birthday. Friday night, a Team Sorting will be held, then events take place throughout the day Saturday, including a pedal pull and coin scramble for children in the morning, activities and a kiddie carnival in the park in the afternoon, a car, truck and motorcycle show, pitch, horseshoe and dodgeball tournamets in the afternoon, a goat roping and music by Brady Nichols and The High Plains Drifters to conclude the evening Saturday.

On May 10, 2026, at approximately 3:30 a.m., the Furnas County Sheriff’s Office initiated an investigation into a serious assault that occurred in Oxford, Nebraska. The incident came to the attention of law enforcement after a 44-year-old male victim was transported by private vehicle to Phelps Memorial Hospital in Holdrege, Nebraska, for treatment of significant injuries.

Cambridge City Council met in regular session on Monday, May 18, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. After the Pledge of Allegiance and the Open Meeting Law announcement, the Council approved the Consent Agenda, which included the minutes from the previous City Council meeting, the claims, the Library Board Minutes, as well as the Planning Commission Minutes, and Building Permits. Building Permits were issued to Williams Storage, Trinity Community Church, Tri Valley Health System, Patrick Horwart, Toby Webb, Larry and Mary Jo Young, Nebraska Corn Processing, and Troy Mousel.

CURTIS – Leighlynn Towne is a big believer in the value of higher education. “I’ve really seen education open doors for me,” the Grand Island native said.

To be remembered on my 90th birthday with cards and gifts from my friends and family was so much appreciated. Thank you and God’s blessings.

The Elwood Public Schools Board of Education met on Monday, May 11th, 2026. The meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m.

Tri Valley Health System is proud to announce that Kinsley Pearson, RN, has been named the recipient of the 2026 DAISY Award, recognizing her extraordinary compassion and dedication to patient care. Pearson was presented with the award during a special celebration at Tri Valley Health System on Wednesday, surrounded by nurse managers, CEO Clay Jordan, her nominator, and family members.

Invasive Species Awareness Week is May 24-30 Invasive species are one of the leading threats to Nebraska’s natural resources, impacting ecosystems, outdoor recreation, agriculture, and state economies.