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Maycie Johnson & her OC FFA Herd: Anastasia Widick, Myesha Larson, Nolan Magnusson, Madeline Pearson, Serenity Jernigan Beal, and Yadhira Gonzalez.
Have you Herd?  OC FFA is off and running
As the school year began about a month ago, OC’s Kylie Penke was ready and excited to get the FFA program up and running for the new year.  She is excited about the number of students … more
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“Presented on behalf of a grateful and well-fed crew.” Robert Byrnes, Jr. was presented an honorary paddle to share with his family from the USS Laboon. Robert, Sr. of Lyons was able to share 600 brats, 480 half pound burgers and a box of 50 steaks for the ships command picnic.
Lyons Sailor brings the ‘Good Life’ to the USS Laboon, DDG-58
Many would readily agree that there is no beef quite like that raised on the prairies of Nebraska.  Returning to duty after a visit home in March, Robert Byrnes, Jr. of Lyons and Oakland shared … more
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Walking on behalf of many, it was Abby Coonrod who this group wished to support on Sunday. Abby has one more chemo treatment on Thursday as she battles breast cancer. Supporting her at the Relay were (from left) Alisa Uhing, April Taggs, Tammi Marreel (holding Preslee Coonrod), Joel Marreel, Abi Coonrod (holding Harper Coonrod), Keryn Uhing, Syd Guzinski, Bev Landholm.
Goal reached!  Burt County raises over $40,000 for the American Cancer Society
In a truly group effort, the Relay For Life of the Burt County Area Event exceeded their goal of raising over $40,000 this year for the American Cancer Society.  Planning for the annual event is … more
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The former Fall out Bar is now Merly's Restaurant and Lounge owned by Ruth Cole and family..
New owners for an Old Lyons establishment
The keys to the local bar in Lyons, formally known as the Fall Out Bar have been passed to new owners. Ruth Cole along with her daughter Sherrie Redding and her son-in-law Jerod Redding took … more
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Luminarias continue to be a big part of the Relay For Life of the Burt County Area. Bags can be purchased in memory or in honor of loved ones who have been affected by cancer.
The 11th Annual Relay For Life of the Burt County Area, Sunday
It seems the fight to understand and end cancer is a never-ending battle.  Although local teams have helped in that endeavor by participating in fundraising events elsewhere, Burt Countians … more
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Cougar Culture is in full force this school year, and has evolved into the “Cougar Cage” to intimidate the opponents at sporting events.
Crazy In Cougar Pride
It was a perfect night. Something a bit magical in the air. Perhaps it was the popcorn machine being warmed up for the first time of the season sending its salty aromas under our noses. Maybe it was … more
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(left to right) Aubrey Andersen, Ashlynn Whitley, Mrs. Mace, Bailey Tuttle, and Camryn Brehmer couldn't be more proud of what they have accomplished for both their school and their female students.
For Girls Only:
It all started with an English assignment. As sophomores, Lyons-Decatur Northeast students go through an Editorial Unit, where in the end, they write their own editorial as if it were to be … more
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Taking the stage in Uehling on Sun. Sept. 4th will be the cast of Long Tall Lester: Billy Black (Kavan Egbers), Mayor (Riley Hilbers), Asst. Mayor (Olivia Kreikemeier) Lester McChester, and Encyclopedia Salesman (Joshua Miller).
Excitement Builds for Uehling Labor Day Celebration, Sept. 4th
Uehling Famous Follies and Drama Association (UFFDA) are down to one practice a week with school starting and are anxiously awaiting their performances. Director Terri Hoeneman said that the kids are … more
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Every good training starts with good planning. Oakland Fire Chief Nick Seery (Green shirt) goes over the plan with the group before they got started.
Fire and Rescue training weekend
  EMTs and firefighters from all over Burt C ounty arrived at the Craig fire hall on Saturday morning. Their goal in gathering for the weekend was training at this year’s Burt County … more
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What is the first day of school without a giant assembly to get the ball rolling on the right page?
The 2022-23 school year is in full swing
The summer is over and the Lyons-Decatur school is back in session. Students and faculty will see a few changes, but much is staying the same. According to LDNE Superintendent Lindsey Beaudette … more
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Ready to hit the books at Oakland-Craig are Paisley - 6th Grade, Hadley - 3rd Grade, and Eli – 1st Grade..The Petersons are the children of Clinton and Brooke Peterson of Craig.
Staff and students return for the new school year
Entry doors at Oakland-Craig opened wide on Tuesday morning as an anticipated 411 students made their way back to school.  Several days of meetings and time preparing the classrooms culminated … more
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Paige Peterson turns over the keys and ownership of Anytime Fitness to Brea Paulson. Stop in to meet Brea on Oakland’s Main Street.
ANYTIME FITNESS IN OAKLAND AND PENDER CHANGES OWNERSHIP
Back in 2011 a nice addition to Oakland’s Main Street happened when Paige Peterson bought the building that was once the Gambles Store. When Paige bought the building she was ready for the work … more
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