A walk-through of the Humphrey Aquatic Center was conducted Thursday. No serious issues were noted. The Humphrey City Council approved the pool staff and hours during its April 15 meeting. Democrat photo

Humphrey Aquatic Center staff, hours finalized

Humphrey is getting closer to having a pool again. The Humphrey City Council approved hiring the Humphrey Aquatic Center staff and setting hours of operation during its April 15 meeting. Cole Wemhoff and Tessa Deets were hired as assistant managers...

Ethan and Angela Hathaway have purchased Alice’s Cedar Inn and renamed it The Rambler, a tribute to the mascot of the former Creston High School. They take over as owners April 29. Democrat photo

The Rambler

They didn’t want their hometown to be without a restaurant, so they bought one. Ethan and Angela Hathaway purchased Alice’s Cedar Inn from Alice Long April 29. “When I was in college I worked at Alice’s, so I’ve been around, and when we moved back I...

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Brooke Bialas Springtime Sunrises are Pretty to watch when you are Roller Skating In the evening. Nature is so Gorgeous when you can see flowers like Tulips In My Extra flower garden. Kade Ransom Springtime Spring is cool when you have to plant...

St. Francis junior Andrew Kosch, right, shot a 78 and finished as runner up in the Patriot Invite. Freshmen Jacob Keller, left, carded an 86 and earned the 14th place medal. The team shot a 355 which placed them 5th in the 15 team tournament.

Brockhaus 9th, Flyers 5th at David City Invite

The St. Francis golf team traveled to David City to compete in the David City Invite April 17. The Flyers were led by sophomore Matthew Brockhaus who shot an 80, which was good for the 9th place medal. Freshmen Jacob Keller carded an 83 and junior...

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Gaspers promoted at Loup Public Power

Cindy Gasper has been promoted to Accounting Clerk at Loup Power District. In her new role, Gasper is responsible for paying District bills; filing reports; registering all District vehicles; and keeping inventory of office supplies for District...

Courtesy photos Alexis Kuchar runs a leg of the 4x100-meter relay, and St. Francis competed April 10 at the High Plains track meet in Osceola.

HSF girls 6th, boys 8th at Hgh Plains

The St. Francis girls placed 6th and the boys 8th April 10 at the High Plains Invitational in Osceola. Medaling for the Flyers are as follows: 100-meter dash — 3. Lillie Beltz; 5. Gavin Geilenkirchen 200-meter dash — 2. Lillie Beltz; 3. Gavin...

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Columbus medical professionals offer advise on when to get covid test

Wed, 10/06/2021 - 4:00am

The coronavirus pandemic is an ever-changing global situation. New information is released daily, and misinformation can cause confusion. With a recent uptick in local cases, Columbus medical professionals would like to offer advice on when people should get tested for COVID-19.

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No one went away hungry Sunday from St. Francis Parish Bazaar. The traditional turkey and sausage dinner, complete with side dishes and desserts, was served, as the gym filled up as patrons took a break from the kids' runs, shopping to refuel in time for the evenings auction. Approximately 1,200 meals were served, including take-out. Democrat photos

And they’re off. Runners were on their marks Sunday morning to kick off the annual St. Francis Parish Bazaar. Top, the youngest runners started off with the Toddler Trot, followed for kids ages 1/2 mile and 1 mile races.. Democrat photos

Clara Classen had fun with her friends, seeing how many balls she could toss into the center circle.

St. Francis Parish Bazaar Fun Run results

Wed, 10/06/2021 - 4:00am

The 2021 St. Francis Kids Run was held Sunday as part of the St. Francis Parish Bazaar.

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Cornhusker Public Power celebrates October as Public Power Month

Wed, 10/06/2021 - 4:00am

Cornhusker Public Power District joins other public power entities across the nation celebrating October as Public Power Month.

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Scott Braun, left, and Tim Werner gave blood Sept. 22 at St. Francis School. The drive was sponsored by the school’s NHS. Courtesy photo

A photo of the week from St. Francis. Father Eric Olsen and members of the sophomore class strike a pose. The photo top caption submitted is “All the single ladies.” Courtesy photo

HSF Honor Society blood drive collects 69 units; raises scholarship money

Wed, 09/29/2021 - 4:00am

On Sept. 22, the Humphrey St. Francis National Honor Society hosted its annual blood drive in the school gym.

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Holy Family School held its homecoming celebration Sept. 10. At coronation, Carter Schaecher and Grace Preister were named king and queen, respectively. Crown bearers were first graders Lucy Stenger and Grant Preister. Following the football game against North Central with a win of 30-14, students participated in sand volleyball games, foregoing the traditional homecoming dance. Courtesy photo

CCC lowers levy for 4th straight year

Wed, 09/29/2021 - 4:00am

The Central Community College Board of Governors has approved an operating budget for 2021-22, which includes a fourth straight decrease in the property tax levy for the 25 counties served by CCC.