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“The 12 Days of Christmas” dates back several centuries

“The 12 Days of Christmas” dates back several centuries

Christmas carols can be heard far and wide from Thanksgiving weekend through Christmas Day. 12/20/2023 12:00 AM

When did Christmas lights become so popular?

When did Christmas lights become so popular?

Holiday lights are now everywhere come the holiday season. 12/20/2023 12:00 AM

These festive films make for the perfect family movie night

These festive films make for the perfect family movie night

A family movie night makes for a great way for families to bond and enjoy some relaxing time together. Such nights are a tradition in households across the globe, and they can even become a fun way for extended families to celebrate the holiday days together. When hosting overnight guests this holiday season, hosts can plan a family movie night and line up any of these family-friendly holiday movies. 12/20/2023 12:00 AM

Mason Newsam and Cyler Nieman

Mason Newsam and Cyler Nieman

(Above) Mason Newsam 12/20/2023 12:00 AM

Cedarstock announces 2024 music lineup

Cedarstock announces 2024 music lineup

12/13/2023 08:20 AM

Neb. girl survived pediatric cancer and chemo; now her family aims to help find a cure

Neb. girl survived pediatric cancer and chemo; now her family aims to help find a cure

GRETNA – Peace doesn’t last long in Amanda and Brady Reinert’s Gretna home. 12/13/2023 12:00 AM

Discover ice fishing at Norfolk event

Discover ice fishing at Norfolk event

LINCOLN – Anglers can learn the basics of ice-fishing or pick up a few new tips from experienced anglers at Discover Ice Fishing clinics in January, including one in Norfolk. 12/13/2023 12:00 AM

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LCC actors take final bow in One-Act competition

LCC actors take final bow in One-Act competition

LAUREL – The curtains closed on another season of One-Act play production at Laurel-Concord-Coleridge School with a third-place finish at state competition last week. 12/13/2023 12:00 AM

Wausa wins another State One Act title

Wausa wins another State One Act title

Hoesing is named the top D1 performer 12/13/2023 12:00 AM

Area one-act coaches serve as judges for state play production competition

Area one-act coaches serve as judges for state play production competition

NORFOLK – A.J. Johnson and Brad and Sheila Hoesing often attend the Nebraska state one-act contest as coaches, but sometimes they hold another title during the event. 12/13/2023 12:00 AM

Wayne State to hold winter Commencement

Wayne State to hold winter Commencement

WAYNE – Wayne State College will hold a commencement ceremony for graduate and undergraduate students at 1:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 15, in Rice Auditorium. A total of 345 degrees will be conferred. 12/13/2023 12:00 AM

Randolph pitbull lawsuit is settled

Randolph pitbull lawsuit is settled

OMAHA – A Randolph resident’s dispute with the city about keeping her emotional support pitbull in the city limits appears to be resolved with the woman able to keep her dog but not receive any compensation. 12/13/2023 12:00 AM

Hartington Public Library once again earns state accreditation

Hartington Public Library once again earns state accreditation

LINCOLN – The Nebraska Library Commission has granted the Hartington Public Library a gold level accreditation status. 12/13/2023 12:00 AM

Laurel murder case will drag into 2024

Laurel murder case will drag into 2024

HARTINGTON – The murder case against a Laurel woman will continue into the New Year after a brief status hearing Monday morning. 12/13/2023 12:00 AM

HNS Elementary School earns 'Excellent' rating from Neb. Dept. of Education

HNS Elementary School earns 'Excellent' rating from Neb. Dept. of Education

HARTINGTON – Faculty, staff, administrators, students and parents may describe Hartington-Newcastle Public Schools as “Good,” “Great” or even “Excellent.” 12/13/2023 12:00 AM

Hartington-Newcastle Elementary School

Hartington-Newcastle Elementary School

Hartington-Newcastle Elementary School 12/13/2023 12:00 AM

Local schools miss out on State one-act contest

Local schools miss out on State one-act contest

HARTINGTON – Hartington- Newcastle Public Schools’ 2023 one-act season ended on a bittersweet note. 12/06/2023 12:00 AM

Wayne State offers planetarium and laser shows throughout this holiday season

Wayne State offers planetarium and laser shows throughout this holiday season

WAYNE – Wayne State College continues its free planetarium and laser shows Friday and Saturday, Dec. 8-9, in the Fred G. Dale Planetarium. The public is invited to attend. 12/06/2023 12:00 AM

Childcare is huge issue for urban and rural communities across Nebraska

Childcare is huge issue for urban and rural communities across Nebraska

HARTINGTON – Across the country there is an urgent need for quality early care and education for our littlest learners.   false 12/06/2023 12:00 AM

Area man recalls serving his country in WWII

Area man recalls serving his country in WWII

WAUSA – For Gerald “Gerry” Schumacher, serving his country as a member of the military was nothing new to his family. 12/06/2023 12:00 AM