In every Nebraska county, from the rolling Sandhills to the bustling streets of Omaha, a quiet transformation is taking place. It’s happening in barns, classrooms, community centers, and online -- where young people are not just learning to care for animals or to build robots, but they are also gaining the skills and the confidence needed to succeed in life.

I would like to thank everyone for the special Above & Beyond award I received from the NSAA. A special thanks to the Southwest Public School Administration, Athletic Director, Faculty, Bus Drivers, and Students that made this possible..

We wish to express our gratitude as befitting for Carol Max. For the many artful expressions, kindness, gifts, physically, materially, and spiritually on the days of our grief at her loss. Her healthcare, business, associates, and friends have lent as much beauty to our lives as the lifes quilts her hands designed. God Bless you all and Thank You, The family of Carol Max.

Frontier Stitchers Quilt Guild donated 13 comfort quilts to the Frontier County Sheriff’s Department during the Curtis Fall Festival. This was their service project. They are also looking for new members and meet at the Curtis Methodist Church on the 1st Saturday of the month at 10:00 a.m.

Maurice Bortener of Moorefield shows her quilt that was voted Best of Show at The Frontier Stitchers Quilt Guild Show during the Curtis Fall Festival. .

Most of the electronics in our homes — smartphones, tablets, power and lawn tools, laptops, e-cigarettes, headphones, and toys, to name just a few — are powered by lithium-ion batteries. However, if not used correctly or damaged, lithium-ion batteries can overheat and start a fire or explode. In response to these potential risks, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) – the official sponsor of Fire Prevention Week™ for more than 100 years – has announced “Charge into Fire Safety™: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home” as the theme for Fire Prevention Week, October 5-11, 2025.

9/15/25: Municipal Ordinance Violation, Beaver City, NE: Report of dogs schasing kids on bikes. On Sept. 15 deputies responded to a report of two dogs at large near 7th and Q streets in Beaver City, the dogs were observed running in the street and one chased a child riding a bicycle before returnig to the residence. The owner, Jeromy Van Baale was contacted and cited for two counts of dog at large and two counts of dangerous dog. No injuries were reported in the incident.

On September 23rd, Trooper Tim Flick from Nebraska State Patrol spoke with students in grades 3 through 5 at Cambridge, Southwest and Arapahoe Schools about Online-Safety. Our children these days have access to multiple devices that give them access online. Whether it is apps, games or social media of some type, our children are exposed to possible predators. Some things to ask yourself: Which apps or games can be dangerous? How will I know when someone is a predator? How can I protect a child from these dangerous situations? Social media influences every day life and that is a fact. How many of our children have an I-Phone or some type of phone in their hands? That number now-a-days is scary. Cambridge Area Rotary Club was glad to be able to bring Trooper Tim Flick to our area schools. If anyone would like more information regarding Online Safety, please reach out to Debbi Runner of Cambridge Rotary Club at drunner2@ hotmail.com and she will gladly get you more information. LET’S HELP TO KEEP CHILDREN SAFE!

On Sunday, October 5th, a Life Chain will be formed in Indianola along Highway 6 & 34 by the City Park from 2:00 until 3:00. Life Chain is a peaceful and prayerful public witness of pro-life individuals standing for 60 minutes, praying for our nation and for an end to abortion. It is a visual statement of solidarity by the Christian community that abortion kills children and that the sanctity of human life from the moment of conception until natural death is supported. Those of all faiths and of all ages are encouraged to stand with thousands of Prolife individuals throughout the USA and Canada.

The Sweet Adelines Nebraska Pride Chorus will be presenting their 2025 Annual Shows On October 18 and 19. “Dancing To The Hits”- Hit songs from the 1950s through the 1980s with Special Guest Rascal Martinez!