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On of the most important things to learn as a new firefighter is how to get a door open that doesn't want to open up.
Fire and Rescue Training in unique ways
It happens thousands of times a day. People driving down the road, and due to no fault of their own end up in a car accident. In times like these people rely on the nearest fire and rescue … more
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The tellers for the 2023-2024 Cougar Branch of First Northeast Bank of Nebraska. (Left to Right) Kennedy Petersen, Mia Santifer, Meika Maryott, Charlotte Dolezal, Delaney Andersen, Jenaveev Myers, Jhosse Sadoval, Paxton Lane, Connor Vacha, Liam Carr
The future learning to save for the future
There are many people in the world who wish that they had the forethought to save money when they were younger. For many it was just a lack of being taught the skills on how to do it or being … more
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Rose Johnson accepts the OCPS Foundation Hall of Fame honor on behalf of her late brother and beloved Oakland-Craig band director Bryan Johnson.
Hall of Famers first to be named by OCPS Foundation
As Oakland-Craig continues to build upon past achievements while looking to continue future success in academics, the Oakland-Craig Public School Foundation recognized their first Hall of Fame … more
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It is always a good feeling to have support from friends. Former LDNE student and teammate (right) Caleb Schlichting helped cheer (left)Chance Mock on while he competed at the State Cross Country Meet.
LDNE senior works hard to build the skills
Senior Chance Mock was the sole runner representing Lyons-Decatur Northeast at the state cross country meet held in Kearney last week. At the end of the meet Mock beat out 101 other state … more
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LDNE Trivia night
On November 17th, Lyons-Decatur Northeast is hosting what will be a fun - filled night of teamwork, wits, and creativity. According to one of the event's coordinators, LDNE teacher Lexi Beavers, … more
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Halloween will be here soon, and sites like this will be out and about again.
To Trunk or to Treat?
Come Tuesday, October 31st, the Main Street in Lyons will be overrun with little ones all dressed up in their costumes for Halloween. According to Lyons C ommunity Club President Denise Johnson, … more
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Cole Hoops (left), grandson of Judy and Matt Connealy, with his friend Hudson Moss performed community service by hanging eleven Quilts of Valor in Decatur.
Veterans' Quilts of Valor on Exhibit in Decatur
The Sears Senior Center in Decatur takes great pride in honoring the Veterans that live in Decatur. According to Curator Judy Connealy, that is why they have put on display the quilts of Valor … more
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Burt County Board of Supervisors Round up
The Burt County Board of Supervisors held their first meeting of the month on October 11th at 9:00 a.m. The first item for the board to address was an update from the Emergency Manager office … more
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Lyons city council meeting
The Lyons City Council held their monthly meeting on October 10th at 5:30 in the city office. The first item on the agenda was to hire a new utility maintenance worker. The board unanimously … more
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OVFRD firefighters (left) Danny Beavers and (right) Trent Elsasser showed the future firefighters (their sons) how to use the jaws of life on a pop can. Some say you can never start too early.
Community support shown to First Responders
Over 156 people from Oakland and the surrounding area gathered at the Oakland Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department for lunch last Sunday to show their support. According to EMT and Fundraising … more
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Costly repairs ahead Oakland Golf Club
Unexpected expenses can hit hard for everyone. The Oakland Golf Club recently discovered an unforeseen problem which impacts the club and the Oakland-Craig football field alike as costly repairs are … more
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Oakland Women’s Club Fall Kickoff
Area women are invited to join Oakland Women’s Club for their fall kickoff on Wednesday, October 25th at 7:30 p.m. at the Oakland Golf Club. It’s a great opportunity to connect with women … more
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Dodge names King candidate at Peru State
Senior Garrison Dodge was tapped as a King candidate during Peru State College’s Homecoming. Garrison is the son of Donnie and Jessica Dodge and Jeannette and Lance Blanc. The O-C graduate … more
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Training with the rope rescue gear, Jerry Redding-Geu prepares for this uniquely challenging scenario.
OVFRD celebrate National Fire Prevention Week
Promoting wise decisions and quick responses, the Oakland Fire and Rescue Department with the support of Craig Fire and Rescue are taking fire prevention education to the students of Oakland-Craig … more
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Craft Show
Uehling will be hosting a Craft Show on Saturday, October 28. This is the first Uehling craft show held since 2015. The event will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Uehling Auditorium and is free … more
The old schoolhouse on the Burt County Fairgrounds not only shared current artwork from local students, it took visitors on a trip down memory lane as they remember their days in a one-room schoolhouse. The old building hopes to find a new home at the Harvest Moon Pumpkin Patch.
Looking for a new home
The schoolhouse located at the west end of the Burt County Fairgrounds, Benson School, was relocated several years ago from its location northeast of Oakland. The one-room schoolhouse is needing a … more
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The community of Lyons partners with American Red Cross to host
Lyons will host a community blood drive with the American Red Cross on October 17 from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Lyons Community Center. “The Lyons community is committed to … more
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With help from the funds raised by the burger and brat fundraiser Jerry Ludwig (right) with the VFW and Legion was happy to help the Lyons Fire Department get a new thermal imager. He is pictured with Lyons Fire Chief Stuart Miller (left).
VFW and Legion raised money for the community
The VFW 7998 and Legion 83 lead by Command er Jerry Ludwig have been doing what they can to help out the community of Lyons for decades. To do that, it takes money, and according to Ludwig they … more
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It may not look like it now, but this will be the home of the LDNE New Gym, and it is located right next to the what will be the Old Gym.
LDNE School Board round-up
The LDNE Board of Education held their monthly meeting on October 9th at 7:30 p.m. in the High School library. While it wasn’t on the agenda, due to all the board members gathered, they … more
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(right) LVFRD Fire Chief Stuart Miller is proud to stand with (left) Raymond Hayes being recognized for his 40 years of service.
Lyons Fire and Rescue shows appreciation
Being a part of a Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department takes dedication and time in the name of servicing your community. Lyons Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department believes that that sacrifice … more
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After a night of dancing there are some hungry high school students, and post prom is the perfect place to feed them.
Painting addresses for post prom
Prom has been a right of passage for highschoolers for decades, and post prom has been the icing on the cake for almost as long. Post prom allows the students to come together safely at the end … more
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Burt County Board of Supervisors round-up
The Burt County Board of S upervisors meeting was held on September 28th, and they started the second meeting of the month with a public hearing about the 2023-2024 budget. As there were no … more
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Home Run Derby Fundraiser
“The crack of the bat, the roar of the crowd. The boys of summer are back and WNYX will be there. This is Bill McNeil.” Well, maybe it is better said that the boys and girls, men and … more
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From mentee to mentor, Elizabeth (Moseman) Smith enjoys a weekly visit with her TeamMates mentee Brinley Burton.
From TeamMates mentee to mentor
Little did Elizabeth Smith, then Moseman, realize that her experience as a mentee would lead to her desire to be a mentor herself someday. Elizabeth is Oakland-Craig’s first mentee to take on … more
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Isabelle Schrater braved the waters of Brink Park to gather the data needed for the BioBlitz event.
A day in the park
For the past six years Lyons-Decatur Northeast Science t eacher Paul Timm has been showing students that class work is sometimes done better outside the classroom. According to Timm, he has been … more
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