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COUNTY CONTINUES TO FIGHT CANCER
Burt County residents will unite at their annual Relay For Life event on Sunday, September 10 at the Brink Park in Lyons, Nebraska. The American Cancer Society Relay For Life is a community … more
Guitarist Mark Humphrey from the Kyle Sayler Band steps out into the audience to dance with the fans as he plays an extended solo for Folsom Prison Blues.
Midwest Classic draws 130 big rigs to Oakland
The 4th Annual Midwest Classic Truck Show made its second consecutive appearance in Oakland over the weekend. Organizer hopes this remains a continual location for the show featuring some of the best … more
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Congratulations to Michelle Herbolsheimer (left) as the owner of Oakland Express which recently sold a $1 million lottery ticket. Son, Spencer, sold the ticket on Thursday to the lucky winner whose name has yet to be announced. Oakland Express get's 1% of the winnings.
Million-dollar lottery ticket sold at Oakland Express
“The winner was not local,” Oakland Express owner Michelle Herbolsheimer said of the $1 million Mega Millions winner. “Beyond that I can’t tell you anything.” The … more
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Reunion being planned for District 81
Did you have fun at District 81? If so, you are likely going to enjoy reminiscing with former classmates and friends from one of the area’s first consolidated school districts at a reunion … more
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Deputy Joshua Townsend will be leaving Burt County to follow his goals towards the DEA.
Burt County is losing a Deputy
    After close to a year, Burt County Sheriff's Deputy Joshua Townsend has decided to step away from Burt County in pursuit of a career goal. Townsend experienced a … more
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Johnnie Johnson, co-manager of the Burt County Fair, presents the Ak-Sar-Ben Pioneer Farm Family Award to Patricia French and Susan French Montgomery for 100 years of continuous family ownership.
All in the Swedish family
Burt County Ag Society President Dale Miller recognized the Ak-Sar-Ben Pioneer Farm Family during the opening evening of the Burt County Fair. Patricia French and Susan French Montgomery were on hand … more
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Sheisty is a proud member of the Burt County Sherif's Department. Now that he is sporting his new body armor, he hopes to continue to serve the communities of Burt County for a long time.
Golf tournament to build funds for the K-9 unit
    Last January Burt County Sheriff's Deputy Tristen Kautman gained a partner by the  name of Sheisty. Sheisty may walk on all fours and wears a fur coat year … more
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Concerns about concealed carry
Concealed carry laws throughout the country vary differently among the states, but one thing was the same. It was legal to carry a firearm with the proper licenses. To get the license, a person needs … more
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The entrance to the Logan Creek launch site was dedicated in honor of the late Josh Mulder of Oakland.
Josh’s Landing Officially Opens
On a perfect day for floating down the Logan Creek, friends and family gathered to officially open Josh’s Landing. The access point to the Logan Creek in the Oakland City Park received a … more
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Craig American Legion Auxiliary Girls State Representative Emma Johansen shared experiences from her time in Lincoln.
Craig American Legion Auxiliary celebrate 100th
It was an extra special meeting of the Craig American Legion Auxiliary in July as they celebrated their 100 th Birthday since the organization began. Since its founding in 1919, the American Legion … more
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Johnnie Johnson (left) and Dale Miller (right), Burt County Fair Boardmembers, were pleased to award Christ Carlson of Tekamah the 2023 Joe Roh, Jr. Distinguished Service Award for his decades of dedication to the Burt County Fair.
Carlson honored with Distinguished Service Award
First awarded in 1983, the Joe Roh, Jr. Distinguished Service Award is given to recipients who have dedicated a great deal of time and energy to the betterment of the fair. This year’s honor … more
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Rory and Knox Beckner enjoy the combine simulator at the Ag Education Center at the Burt County Fair. The center began as a tribute to Lena
Ag education draws them in at Burt County Fair
For six years, the Ag Education Center has provided a unique experience for young and old alike at the Burt County Fair. Facilitated by the Burt County chapters of FFA, the education center continues … more
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I know you didn’t ask but
      It is funny. I woke up one morning in May and school was out and the summer months were here. There was time to make plans, schedule trips, do things … more
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LDNE schools have had a busy summer with some renovations.
New school year for LDNE
In just a couple of short weeks that sound of bells ringing and the footsteps of students shuffling to their classrooms will be heard throughout the Lyons-Decatur Northeast schools’ (LDNE) … more
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Knox Vavra, son of Brantley and Megan Vavra, was the perfect guinea pig for the Lyons Fire & Rescue training with their new piece of equipment called the Pedi-Mate.
Lyons Fire & Rescue
It comes as no surprise that no matter the size of a town, bad things can happen to its reside nts , and Lyons is no exception. Fortunately Lyons has a group of people who volunteer their time … more
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Scheels Associate Codi Oberg and her family were present at the Logan View School Board of Education meeting in July to deliver a check in the amount of #136,502 from the Scheels Foundation to help fund renovations to the elementary playground. Pictured with Codi are (L-R) Kris Kremke, Chad Rebbe, Codi Oberg, Phil Oberg, Anthony Oberg, Brantley Oberg, Brandon Wobken, Christie Hasemann and Carrie Beacom.
Big dollars coming to LV playground upgrades
Logan View Public School District received a substantial donation from the sporting goods retailer, Scheels, to help fund upgrades to the playground  at Logan View Elementary School.  … more
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This year's 4-H King and Queen (left to right) Andrew Schlichting and Madison Enstrom.
Enstrom, Schlichting Reign over the Realm of Burt
For most in 4-H, ceremony plays a big role. This is exemplified in the annual crowning of the 4-H King and Queen. Friday’s coronation at the Burt County Fair saw the crowning of Madison Enstrom … more
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It was starting to sound a lot like Christmas at the LDNE elementary Christmas program..
Lyons Fire and Rescue was making a splash
Summer is a time for getting out of the house, getting some yard work done, grilling and the all time favorite for many, hanging out by the pool. Normally a person can sit back and relax or swim … more
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Harley Hansen took Grand Champion Market Steer at the Burt County Fair with a traveling trophy in memory of Daryl Bromm, and (left to right)Haylee Jo (sister), Miles Stagemeyer (Judge), Heath (father) and Amanda (mother).
Burt County Fair in a nutshell
The 2023 Burt County Fair came to its conclusion last Tuesday, and for Co-Fair Manager Johnnie Johnson it was one for the books. “ This year’s fair was a tremendous success,” … more
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Proudly displaying their new CPR Family Pack awarded through a safety grant through LARM are Oakland lifeguards (from left) Jesse Droescher, Avery Bryan, Kara Selken, Makenna Pearson, Mya Guzinski, Grace Petersen, Taryn Harney, and Charli Webster.
Swimming safety boosted thanks to Safety Grant
The City of Oakland was awarded a Lean on LARM Safety Grant of $500 to purchase a CPR Family Pack. According to Kayla Eisenmenger, Clerk for the City of Oakland, the CPR pack will be used for CPR … more
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Celebrating one of their own, the Oakland Craig Knights Dance Team enjoy a fun dress up night at the Varsity UDA Camp in Lincoln. Grace Wallerstedt was accepted as a member of the All-American Dance Team. Pictured are (standing from left) Lily Petersen -9th. Amy Snader -11. Piper Beltz -11, Grace Wallerstedt -10, Brooklyn Richards -10, Carolyn Magnusson -10, Grace Petersen -11, Taryn Harney -11, Lily Kopeitz -9; (kneeling from left) Lyndsey Johnson -10 and Emma Anderson -10..
13-hour days of hard work pay off for Oakland-Craig Dance Team
Routines enjoyed at Oakland-Craig sporting events come from dedication, creativity, and hard work during the school year. They are also the product of intense practice and learning through Varsity … more
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(left to right) Kayelee Raabe, Oakley Raabe and Bentley Raabe ready to go have fun at Bible school.
Fun things happening in Bible School
On July 9-12, area churches joined together to host Vacation Bible School in Lyons. This year's theme was Cave Quest: Following Jesus, the Light of the World. Participants pretended to be spelunkers … more
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The Logan Valley Clovers have gotten good use out of their parade float this year. Another will be at the Burt County Fair.
Clovers get ready for the fair
On June 11, the Logan Valley Clovers 4-H club assembled their parade float using the Burt County Fair theme “Barn in the USA”. The float was featured in Riverfront days and the Lyons 4th … more
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The cafe portion of Merly's Bar and lounge got a much needed facelift before the doors opened.
New addition to a old business
In September of last year Ruth Cole opened the doors to the former Fall Out Bar that she renamed Merly’s Bar and Lunge. The bar located on Main Street in Lyons, has a cafe connected to it … more
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Lyons City Council round-up
The Lyons City Council met last week on Tuesday, July 11th for their regular monthly meeting. The first item on the agenda was related to the timing of the regular monthly meeting. Ordinance No. … more
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