ARAPAHOE - On Sunday, Furnas County Sheriff’s Office personnel made contact with a 44-year-old man about a possible burglary at a residence in Arapahoe. During the contact, the subject fled in his vehicle, headed south of Arapahoe for approximately five miles.

February 15, 2022 was the deadline for incumbents to file for re-election in most local races. Non-incumbents have until March 1 to file for office.

10 years ago At the Arapahoe City Council meeting the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission approved a grant for $127,675 for the City of Arapahoe to develop a nine-pad RV park. ESU #11 sponsored the Jr.

10 years ago Nathan Witt, new pastor of Calvary Baptist Church, says he didn’t know that he wanted to be a Pastor. In fact, he didn’t find God until 1997 when he was invited to go to church by a friend.

10 years ago Elwood Care Center held their annual crowning of the Valentine King Edsen Chandler and Queen Eleanore Schutz. Elwood Boy Scouts attended First Methodist Church in Elwood recently.

10 years ago The Southwest wrestling team entered the District Wrestling Tournament short four wrestlers due to injury and disciplinary action and qualified four for the State Tournament. Adam Eaton 106, Sam Osterman160, Zach Herman 170, and Dillon Fries 106 all qualified.

100 Years Ago February 23, 1922 Although having been in use for several weeks, Oxford’s new school building was formally opened to the public. Supt.

25 Years Ago February 13, 1997 The Southern Valley wrestlers participated in the Republican Valley Invite on February 8 with first places brought home by Clint McQuiston, Tyler Powell, Caleb Quinn, Frank Lamb and Mike Stalder. Caleb Quinn was presented the Outstanding Wrestler Award.

Lincoln, NE - U.S. Senator Ben Sasse announced Lily Holste from Oxford as a winner of his annual statewide photography contest.

First Christian Church, 501 Calvert Ave., Elwood, 308-785-2669 Sundays-Fellowship and Coffee 10:00 a.m.; Worship 10:30 a.m. Our Redeemer Lutheran – Missouri Synod Elwood Friday, Feb.