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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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Community involvement is requested
Earlier in the year the Lyons Community Development Committee called the residents of Lyons together for a town hall meeting to discuss options that could benefit the development of the town. … more
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Installation of the top portion of the entrance to Josh
Josh’s Landing dedication on the 27th
News of the death of one of Oakland’s own shook the community in December, 2017, when 20-year-old Josh Mulder was killed in an automobile accident.  The son of Rick and Susan Mulder will … more
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Taking advantage of an opportunity to see Greece provided by EF Tours were (front from left) Kiley Arlt, Bridget Erickson, Juliette Griffey, Megan Unwin, and Sam Linder, (front from left) Kristi Arlt, Karley Erickson, Madison Enstrom, Mike Maline, Tom Maline, Trenton Arlt, Aaron Arlt.
The Trip of a Lifetime
A month ago, I had the opportunity to check off a box on my bucket list by visiting Greece through EF Tours. We had an amazing tour director named Stella who was with us throughout the 10 days. The … more
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Mayor Dan Jacobs welcomes Oakland's new Chief of Police, James Hetzler. Chief Hetzler will be joined by his Assistant Chief Aaron Brensel.
Oakland welcomes new police department
Oakland Police Department vehicles are a welcome sight to many as the community has had to rely on the Sherriff’s Dept. for coverage as three officers called it quits last year. Chief James … more
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Looking over a scrapbook created for the former School District 81 are Rose Jaspersen, Sue Schroeder, and Sue Beckner. A reunion is being planned for Aug. 13th for former students, teachers, and friends of District 81.
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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LDNE school board round-up
The Lyons Decatur Northeast Schools Board of Education met on Monday, July 10th for the regular monthly meeting. One of the main topics for the board to discuss was the subject of next year's … more
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Updated Lyons website
Gone are the days where people primarily do their day to day tasks via phone or mail, and the time that it takes to run errands has been cut down drastically by being able to do things on the … more
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Trying to keep neighbors, neighborly
In efforts for the authorities to be informed about possible infraction to city ordinances, the Lyons Code Enforcer Joshua Svensen has thought up a new way for the residents of Lyons to help out. … more
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It may have been a day late, but the sky above Lyons glowed with the sights and sounds of fireworks for the 4th of July.
Postponed ending but still a great time
Try as she might Mother N ature couldn’t put a damper on the 4th of July celebration in Lyons last week. As in previous years the celebration was organized by the Lyons Community Club led … more
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A journey of a lifetime puts college grads on cycling trip from coast to coast.
Friends set out on epic journey
A man’s heart plans his way, But the Lord directs his steps. Proverbs 16:9 Steps? Maybe in this case, the Lord directs their pedaling. For Caleb and … more
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Burt County round-up
The Burt County Board of Supervisors meeting was held on July 28th. During the review of the monthly claims, the board found no discrepancies within them. However, Burt County owed the … more
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The group of summer PAWS kids showing there rockets and their drive to reach for the stars.
Summer LDNE PAWS Youth Participate in NASA Astro Camp
“Shoot for the Moon” was the advice given to summer PAWS participants by Ruthie Weiland, PAWS coordinator. LDNE PAWS students explored earth and space science through the NASA Astro Camp … more
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Lyons just trying to maintain 
It was just five years ago that eastern Nebraska was affected by one of the largest floods in the recent past. Now Nebraska is experiencing the complete opposite with little precipitation for the … more
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Former Lyons police officer arrested for threatening another
An arrest warrant was issued on June 14th for former Lyons and Tekamah police officer Robert Rivera. The warrant stated that probable cause existed for the arrest of Rivera for the class three … more
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A large crowd gathers at the Lyons Community Center for the first annual Salad Luncheon put on by the Lyons Community Club.
Salad luncheon
The Lyons C ommunity Club exists to put on events and activities for the community. They are able to do this by donations, and in many cases the fun events and fundraisers go hand and hand. … more
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It doesn't matter if it has 4 or 2 wheels. If you are proud of your ride and want to show it, you are welcome to do so at the Lyons Car Show.
Preparing for the Lyons 4th of July Car and Bike Show
The trophies have been made, plans have been planned, and the paperwork has been sent, all in preparation for the cars and bikes to come rolling in to be shown at the 3rd annual Lyons 4th of July Car … more
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