10 years ago Pictured was Norma Wickham busy Friday afternoon stocking shelves at the Arapahoe Area Food Pantry prior to arrival of items gathered by the AHS boys’ basketball team. Gracie Schroeder, granddaughter of Roger and Jeanne Schroeder of Holbrook, battles Type 1 Diabetes everyday.

10 years ago Chief Master Sergeant Chuck Gufford, U.S. Air Force and American Legion member of Cambridge presented Matthew Asbury a Certificate of Appreciation for the Veteran’s Day program the students did.

10 years ago Diamond Clover pins wee awarded to Cauy Bennett and Bruce Teter at the 4-H Banquet in Elwod. Elwood School Board approved the option enrollment of an eighth grade student from Eustis-Farnam.

10 years ago Republican Plains Activity Conference All-Conference Volleyball 2011-2012 East Division – First Team are Alllie McConville, Southwest, Madison Mousel Southwest, and Kenzie May Southwest. The Southwest School Board accepted the The Southwest School Board accepted the enrollment option application for the children of Shane Smith to transfer from McCook district to Southwest, one at the beginning of the semester and the other at the beginning of the next school year, as requested.

The family of Carolyn Park of Wilsonville, NE is celebrating her 80th birthday on November 25, 2021. Make her day extra special by sending cards to P.O.

A heartfelt thank you for the flowers and acts of kindness and support during this difficult time. All are very much appreciated.

The American Legion held a supper for members and spouses on Saturday night in Arapahoe at the Legion hall. (Right) Sitting with Howard Davis was guest speaker Michael Simmonds, Veteran Service Officer for Red Willow and Furnas County. (Above) The tables were decorated with a patriotic theme and many enjoyed the dinner of brisket, baked potatoes and vegetables.

The Arapahoe FFA held their annual bull fry and labor auction on Friday night in Arapahoe at the school. Bull fries, roast beef, fish, baked potato and baked beans were on the menu and a good crowd came out to enjoy the food and put in a bid for an FFA member.

Thursday, November 18: Tator tot casserole, carrot raisin salad, apricots, garlic bread. Friday, November 19: Thanksgiving Dinner, Turkey & dressing, mashed potatoes/ gravy, green bean casserole, pumpkin dessert.

RIVER VALLEY EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH - Nathan Goshert, Pastor; 1201 Elm St., Arapahoe, Ph. 962-7730.