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                    <title><![CDATA[Applications being taken for Sandhills Ranch Internship 2027]]></title>
                                                            <link>https://sandhillsexpress.com/local-news/applications-being-taken-for-sandhills-ranch-internship-2027/?radio=1</link>
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                                                            <pubDate>Sat, 07 Nov 2026 13:31:59 +0000</pubDate>
                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[Christen Shirley]]></dc:creator>
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                                                    <description><![CDATA[The Sandhills Task Force is now accepting applications for its 2027 Sandhills Ranch Internship and Apprenticeship programs, offering paid opportunities for individuals interested in gaining hands on experience in ranching, cattle production and land management.
The 2027 season will mark the fifth year of the internship program and the second year of the apprenticeship program. Through partnerships with ranchers across the Nebraska Sandhills, the programs give participants an opportunity to learn directly from experienced ranchers while developing practical skills and building connections within the agriculture industry.
The internship is a paid three month position during the summer, while the apprenticeship is a nine month position running from March through November. Both opportunities include housing, partial board and additional educational opportunities at no cost to participants.
The programs are geared toward individuals with an interest in agriculture and ranching who are eager to learn and gain real world experience.
Applications for the 2027 Sandhills Ranch Internship and Apprenticeship programs are due by January 5, 2027.
More information about the opportunities, along with application details, can be found online at sandhillstaskforce.org. Questions can be directed to KyLee with the Sandhills Task Force by emailing kylee@sandhillstaskforce.org or calling 308-340-2781.
The programs receive partial funding from the Nebraska Environmental Trust and the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation.

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                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[The Sandhills Task Force is now accepting applications for its 2027 Sandhills Ranch Internship and Apprenticeship programs, offering paid opportunities for individuals interested in gaining hands on experience in ranching, cattle production and land management.
The 2027 season will mark the fifth year of the internship program and the second year of the apprenticeship program. Through partnerships with ranchers across the Nebraska Sandhills, the programs give participants an opportunity to learn directly from experienced ranchers while developing practical skills and building connections within the agriculture industry.
The internship is a paid three month position during the summer, while the apprenticeship is a nine month position running from March through November. Both opportunities include housing, partial board and additional educational opportunities at no cost to participants.
The programs are geared toward individuals with an interest in agriculture and ranching who are eager to learn and gain real world experience.
Applications for the 2027 Sandhills Ranch Internship and Apprenticeship programs are due by January 5, 2027.
More information about the opportunities, along with application details, can be found online at sandhillstaskforce.org. Questions can be directed to KyLee with the Sandhills Task Force by emailing kylee@sandhillstaskforce.org or calling 308-340-2781.
The programs receive partial funding from the Nebraska Environmental Trust and the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation.

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                    <title><![CDATA[Anselmo-Merna Advances to State Football Semifinals / Twin Loup Falls to  Central Valley in State Quarterfinals]]></title>
                                                            <link>https://sandhillsexpress.com/local-sports/anselmo-merna-advances-to-state-football-semifinals-twin-loup-falls-to-central-valley-in-state-quarterfinals/?radio=1</link>
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                                                            <pubDate>Sat, 07 Nov 2026 04:18:26 +0000</pubDate>
                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[Brent Apperson]]></dc:creator>
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                                                    <description><![CDATA[The Anselmo-Merna Coyotes advanced to the Class D3 state football semifinals by knocking off Guardian Angels Central Catholic Friday night at Clark Adams Field in Merna.  Anselmo-Merna fell behind early as GACC scored on a three play touchdown drive in the opening minute to go up 7-0.  The Coyotes quickly responded putting together a 55 yard touchdown drive followed by a 2-point conversion to go up 8-7.  Each team scored again in the opening half to make the score 16-14 in favor of Anselmo-Merna at halftime.  In the second half, it was all Anselmo-Merna.  The Coyotes scored 30 unanswered points to go up 46-14.  GACC scored a late toudchown to make the final score 46-20.  Dane Duryea and Caenyn Priest each had three touchdown runs to lead the AM offense.  Anselmo-Merna improves to 10-2 and advances to the state semifinals where they will face undefeated and top seed Lawrence-Nelson who advanced with a 58-24 win over Wynot.  Lawrence-Nelson will host the semifinal matchup on Friday November 13th.
Twin Loup saw its season come to an end Friday night falling to Central Valley.  The Wolves battled tough but the Cougars claimed a 50-12 win to advance to the state semifinals.  Each team scored on their opening drive of the game.  Twin Loup's score came on a 1 yard TD run by Blake Bottorf.  Central Valley outscored Twin Loup 20-3 to close out the half to build a 26-9 lead at halftime.  Twin Loup's Jackson Hall connected on field goals of 42 and 47 yards.  Twin Loup finishes the season at 9-2 with both losses coming to Central Valley.  Central Valley advances to the Class D3 state semifinals where they will host Archangels Catholic of Humphrey who advanced with a 56-8 win over Dundy County Stratton.
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                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[The Anselmo-Merna Coyotes advanced to the Class D3 state football semifinals by knocking off Guardian Angels Central Catholic Friday night at Clark Adams Field in Merna.  Anselmo-Merna fell behind early as GACC scored on a three play touchdown drive in the opening minute to go up 7-0.  The Coyotes quickly responded putting together a 55 yard touchdown drive followed by a 2-point conversion to go up 8-7.  Each team scored again in the opening half to make the score 16-14 in favor of Anselmo-Merna at halftime.  In the second half, it was all Anselmo-Merna.  The Coyotes scored 30 unanswered points to go up 46-14.  GACC scored a late toudchown to make the final score 46-20.  Dane Duryea and Caenyn Priest each had three touchdown runs to lead the AM offense.  Anselmo-Merna improves to 10-2 and advances to the state semifinals where they will face undefeated and top seed Lawrence-Nelson who advanced with a 58-24 win over Wynot.  Lawrence-Nelson will host the semifinal matchup on Friday November 13th.
Twin Loup saw its season come to an end Friday night falling to Central Valley.  The Wolves battled tough but the Cougars claimed a 50-12 win to advance to the state semifinals.  Each team scored on their opening drive of the game.  Twin Loup's score came on a 1 yard TD run by Blake Bottorf.  Central Valley outscored Twin Loup 20-3 to close out the half to build a 26-9 lead at halftime.  Twin Loup's Jackson Hall connected on field goals of 42 and 47 yards.  Twin Loup finishes the season at 9-2 with both losses coming to Central Valley.  Central Valley advances to the Class D3 state semifinals where they will host Archangels Catholic of Humphrey who advanced with a 56-8 win over Dundy County Stratton.
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                    <title><![CDATA[Mullen Advances to Class D2 State Volleyball Championship Match]]></title>
                                                            <link>https://sandhillsexpress.com/local-sports/mullen-advances-to-class-d2-state-volleyball-championship-match/?radio=1</link>
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                                                            <pubDate>Fri, 06 Nov 2026 22:21:09 +0000</pubDate>
                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[Brent Apperson]]></dc:creator>
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                                                    <description><![CDATA[The Mullen Broncos will play for the Class D2 state volleyball championship.  The Broncos advanced to the state title match with a sweep of Bancroft Rosalie in the semifinals on Friday.  Mullen came from behind to take the first set 25-23.  Mullen controlled the second set winning 25-13 and then closed it out in the third 25-22.  Mullen hit .186 for the match and held Bancroft-Rosalie to .063 hitting.  Jenna Donohoe finished with 18 kills to go along with 6 blocks.  Ella Rice finished with 8 kills, Brynne McCully had 7, Chloe Newman had 6, and Abigail Gracey finished with 4.  Kalli Licking finished with 34 assists for the victorious Broncos.  Mullen will make their first state championship match appearance on Saturday.  Mullen's best state tournament finish to this point came in 2018 when they finished third in Class D2.  Mullen will face the defending state champion Wynot for the title.  Wynot defeated top seed St. Mary's in straight sets to advance.
Saturday's championship match is scheduled for 11 a.m. and will be broadcast on KBBN 95.3 FM/kbbn.com/Free KBBN Thunderbird App.
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                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[The Mullen Broncos will play for the Class D2 state volleyball championship.  The Broncos advanced to the state title match with a sweep of Bancroft Rosalie in the semifinals on Friday.  Mullen came from behind to take the first set 25-23.  Mullen controlled the second set winning 25-13 and then closed it out in the third 25-22.  Mullen hit .186 for the match and held Bancroft-Rosalie to .063 hitting.  Jenna Donohoe finished with 18 kills to go along with 6 blocks.  Ella Rice finished with 8 kills, Brynne McCully had 7, Chloe Newman had 6, and Abigail Gracey finished with 4.  Kalli Licking finished with 34 assists for the victorious Broncos.  Mullen will make their first state championship match appearance on Saturday.  Mullen's best state tournament finish to this point came in 2018 when they finished third in Class D2.  Mullen will face the defending state champion Wynot for the title.  Wynot defeated top seed St. Mary's in straight sets to advance.
Saturday's championship match is scheduled for 11 a.m. and will be broadcast on KBBN 95.3 FM/kbbn.com/Free KBBN Thunderbird App.
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                    <title><![CDATA[State Football Quarterfinals - Area Preview - Anselmo-Merna vs GACC on KCNI / Twin Loup at Central Valley on KBBN]]></title>
                                                            <link>https://sandhillsexpress.com/local-sports/state-football-quarterfinals-area-preview-anselmo-merna-vs-gacc-on-kcni-twin-loup-at-central-valley-on-kbbn/?radio=1</link>
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                                                            <pubDate>Fri, 06 Nov 2026 10:29:35 +0000</pubDate>
                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[Brent Apperson]]></dc:creator>
                    		<category><![CDATA[Local Sports]]></category>

                                                    <description><![CDATA[The NSAA state football playoffs continue today with quarterfinals in all classes.  Area representatives Anselmo-Merna and Twin Loup are among the eight remaining teams in the Class D3 bracket.
Anselmo-Merna will host Guardian Angels Central Catholic of West Point tonight at Clark Adams Field in Merna.  Both teams knocked off higher seeded teams in the opening round last week to advance.  Anselmo-Merna defeated Wausa 36-30 highlighted by a defensive goal line stand in the final minutes to help preserve the win.  The Coyotes racked up 300+ yards on the ground with Caenyn Priest finishing with 113 yards, Dane Duryea 99 yards, and Tim Myers 98 yards rushing.  Anselmo-Merna head coach Troy Gilligan told KCNI/KBBN sports that he was very proud of the way the running game continued to get stronger during the course of the game.
&#8220;Yeah, for sure. Our offensive line played a great game. They executed well up front and then our backs I thought they ran really hard. All three of them were right there around that one-hundred-yard mark which is awesome. You're not just a one-horse pony show at that point, you got three guys that you gotta worry about and that really helps opening the offense up.&#8221;
Guardian Angels advanced to the quarterfinals by rolling over #4 seed Pleasanton last week 50-8. GACC is now 8-2 overall with their only losses to Archangels Catholic and Wynot, both of whom are still alive in the D3 playoff race.  Tonight's game will be broadcast on KCNI 96.3 FM/kcni1280.com/Free KCNI Pure Country App.  Kickoff is scheduled for 6 p.m.
FULL INTERVIEW WITH AM HEAD COACH TROY GILLIGAN
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Twin Loup will travel to Wolbach tonight to face the Central Valley Cougars.  Both teams are now 9-1 on the season.  Twin Loup advanced to the quarterfinals with a 41-28 win over Deshler last week.  The Wolves ran for over 300 yards in last week's win with four different players scoring a rushing touchdown.  Twin Loup's only loss this season came at the hands of Central Valley back on September 25th.  Twin Loup head coach Mike Kozeal visited with KCNI/KBBN sports and talked about the opportunity for a rematch with Central Valley.
&#8220;You know, as far as Central Valley this year and having a second chance against them this year it's a tough task. Central Valley, you know, on paper is probably the best team in our class, but we get a chance to put our name on them this season and go after 'em and get 'em.  There's things that we can do that we did well the first time and then we maybe shoot ourselves in the foot and we just can't shoot ourselves in the foot this time. And so I think the kids are looking forward to seeing what they can do. We're gonna have to play well to beat 'em, but there's not very many teams in the state in our class that are good enough to beat Central Valley. We're one of the few that are. And so we gotta seize that opportunity and play well and hopefully good things will happen.&#8221;
Tonight's game will be broadcast on KBBN 95.3 FM/kbbn.com/Free KBBN Thunderbird App. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m.
FULL INTERVIEW WITH TWIN LOUP HEAD COACH MIKE KOZEAL
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CLASS D3 BRACKET
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                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[The NSAA state football playoffs continue today with quarterfinals in all classes.  Area representatives Anselmo-Merna and Twin Loup are among the eight remaining teams in the Class D3 bracket.
Anselmo-Merna will host Guardian Angels Central Catholic of West Point tonight at Clark Adams Field in Merna.  Both teams knocked off higher seeded teams in the opening round last week to advance.  Anselmo-Merna defeated Wausa 36-30 highlighted by a defensive goal line stand in the final minutes to help preserve the win.  The Coyotes racked up 300+ yards on the ground with Caenyn Priest finishing with 113 yards, Dane Duryea 99 yards, and Tim Myers 98 yards rushing.  Anselmo-Merna head coach Troy Gilligan told KCNI/KBBN sports that he was very proud of the way the running game continued to get stronger during the course of the game.
&#8220;Yeah, for sure. Our offensive line played a great game. They executed well up front and then our backs I thought they ran really hard. All three of them were right there around that one-hundred-yard mark which is awesome. You're not just a one-horse pony show at that point, you got three guys that you gotta worry about and that really helps opening the offense up.&#8221;
Guardian Angels advanced to the quarterfinals by rolling over #4 seed Pleasanton last week 50-8. GACC is now 8-2 overall with their only losses to Archangels Catholic and Wynot, both of whom are still alive in the D3 playoff race.  Tonight's game will be broadcast on KCNI 96.3 FM/kcni1280.com/Free KCNI Pure Country App.  Kickoff is scheduled for 6 p.m.
FULL INTERVIEW WITH AM HEAD COACH TROY GILLIGAN
https://media-news-affiliates.s3.amazonaws.com/wp/uploads/2026/11/GILLIGAN-INTERVIEW__1.mp3
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Twin Loup will travel to Wolbach tonight to face the Central Valley Cougars.  Both teams are now 9-1 on the season.  Twin Loup advanced to the quarterfinals with a 41-28 win over Deshler last week.  The Wolves ran for over 300 yards in last week's win with four different players scoring a rushing touchdown.  Twin Loup's only loss this season came at the hands of Central Valley back on September 25th.  Twin Loup head coach Mike Kozeal visited with KCNI/KBBN sports and talked about the opportunity for a rematch with Central Valley.
&#8220;You know, as far as Central Valley this year and having a second chance against them this year it's a tough task. Central Valley, you know, on paper is probably the best team in our class, but we get a chance to put our name on them this season and go after 'em and get 'em.  There's things that we can do that we did well the first time and then we maybe shoot ourselves in the foot and we just can't shoot ourselves in the foot this time. And so I think the kids are looking forward to seeing what they can do. We're gonna have to play well to beat 'em, but there's not very many teams in the state in our class that are good enough to beat Central Valley. We're one of the few that are. And so we gotta seize that opportunity and play well and hopefully good things will happen.&#8221;
Tonight's game will be broadcast on KBBN 95.3 FM/kbbn.com/Free KBBN Thunderbird App. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m.
FULL INTERVIEW WITH TWIN LOUP HEAD COACH MIKE KOZEAL
https://media-news-affiliates.s3.amazonaws.com/wp/uploads/2026/11/MIKE-KOZEAL-INTERVIEW-115_WITH-DAVE.mp3
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CLASS D3 BRACKET
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                    <title><![CDATA[Backroad Brand welcomed to the Broken Bow Chamber]]></title>
                                                            <link>https://sandhillsexpress.com/local-news/backroad-brand-welcomed-to-the-broken-bow-chamber/?radio=1</link>
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                                                            <pubDate>Fri, 06 Nov 2026 02:38:24 +0000</pubDate>
                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[Christen Shirley]]></dc:creator>
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                                                    <description><![CDATA[Backroad Brand, a custom embroidery and personalization business located between Broken Bow and Callaway, celebrated its new membership in the Broken Bow Chamber of Commerce with a ribbon cutting on Thursday.
Owner Holly Brohman has been operating Backroad Brand for six years, building the business from a small operation into a growing custom shop equipped with multiple embroidery machines, a laser engraver and more.
The idea for the business came from Brohman's interest in hats, embroidery and marketing, particularly within the area's agricultural and ranching community. After leaving her previous job, she decided to pursue something of her own, combining her creativity with an opportunity to help individuals, businesses and organizations promote themselves through personalized products.
Today, Backroad Brand offers a wide range of custom work, including embroidered hats and apparel, laser engraved items, personalized gifts, signs, cattle ear tags, awards, trophies and custom tablecloths.
The shop itself features a showroom area downstairs, where customers can view examples of her work and available products. The upstairs serves as the production area, housing the embroidery machines, laser equipment and other tools used to complete customer orders. Brohman's husband constructed the space, providing a dedicated area for the growing business.
One wall in the 'showroom' area of Backroad Brand displays hat options (Photo by Jeremy Shipe, KCNI/KBBN Radio)
While Backroad Brand has operated for several years, Brohman said joining the Chamber was an opportunity to become more involved and visible in the Broken Bow business community. She also sees an opportunity to help fill local needs, particularly in the area of awards and trophies, which she has offered but is now looking to promote more as community needs change.
Brohman said the business is continually growing and adapting to what customers are looking for.
&#8220;It's never ending. We're constantly evolving and changing all the time,&#8221; Brohman said. &#8220;We started with one small machine, kind of got into it, started building with more machines and more machines, added a laser when I moved out here three years ago.&#8221;
Backroad Brand works with individuals, businesses and groups on custom orders, with customers able to reach out with ideas or requests for personalized products. Brohman said she generally tries to maintain a two to three week turnaround time, depending on the project and current workload. Orders can also be shipped to customers outside the immediate area.
Brohman said she doesn't really operate with traditional business hours and that customers can reach out in the evenings as well, recognizing that many people have busy schedules during the workday.
Those interested in placing an order or arranging a visit can contact Brohman by calling or texting 402-984-9467. Backroad Brand can also be found on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok, with its website linked through its Facebook page.
Embroidery machines are among the tools Brohman uses at Backroad Brand to customize items for customers (Photo by Jeremy Shipe, KCNI/KBBN)

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                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Backroad Brand, a custom embroidery and personalization business located between Broken Bow and Callaway, celebrated its new membership in the Broken Bow Chamber of Commerce with a ribbon cutting on Thursday.
Owner Holly Brohman has been operating Backroad Brand for six years, building the business from a small operation into a growing custom shop equipped with multiple embroidery machines, a laser engraver and more.
The idea for the business came from Brohman's interest in hats, embroidery and marketing, particularly within the area's agricultural and ranching community. After leaving her previous job, she decided to pursue something of her own, combining her creativity with an opportunity to help individuals, businesses and organizations promote themselves through personalized products.
Today, Backroad Brand offers a wide range of custom work, including embroidered hats and apparel, laser engraved items, personalized gifts, signs, cattle ear tags, awards, trophies and custom tablecloths.
The shop itself features a showroom area downstairs, where customers can view examples of her work and available products. The upstairs serves as the production area, housing the embroidery machines, laser equipment and other tools used to complete customer orders. Brohman's husband constructed the space, providing a dedicated area for the growing business.
One wall in the 'showroom' area of Backroad Brand displays hat options (Photo by Jeremy Shipe, KCNI/KBBN Radio)
While Backroad Brand has operated for several years, Brohman said joining the Chamber was an opportunity to become more involved and visible in the Broken Bow business community. She also sees an opportunity to help fill local needs, particularly in the area of awards and trophies, which she has offered but is now looking to promote more as community needs change.
Brohman said the business is continually growing and adapting to what customers are looking for.
&#8220;It's never ending. We're constantly evolving and changing all the time,&#8221; Brohman said. &#8220;We started with one small machine, kind of got into it, started building with more machines and more machines, added a laser when I moved out here three years ago.&#8221;
Backroad Brand works with individuals, businesses and groups on custom orders, with customers able to reach out with ideas or requests for personalized products. Brohman said she generally tries to maintain a two to three week turnaround time, depending on the project and current workload. Orders can also be shipped to customers outside the immediate area.
Brohman said she doesn't really operate with traditional business hours and that customers can reach out in the evenings as well, recognizing that many people have busy schedules during the workday.
Those interested in placing an order or arranging a visit can contact Brohman by calling or texting 402-984-9467. Backroad Brand can also be found on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok, with its website linked through its Facebook page.
Embroidery machines are among the tools Brohman uses at Backroad Brand to customize items for customers (Photo by Jeremy Shipe, KCNI/KBBN)

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                    <title><![CDATA[Lifting Spirits welcomed to Broken Bow with Chamber ribbon cutting]]></title>
                                                            <link>https://sandhillsexpress.com/local-news/lifting-spirits-welcomed-to-broken-bow-with-chamber-ribbon-cutting/?radio=1</link>
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                                                            <pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2026 22:10:33 +0000</pubDate>
                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[Christen Shirley]]></dc:creator>
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                                                    <description><![CDATA[The Broken Bow Chamber of Commerce welcomed a new business to the community with a ribbon cutting at Lifting Spirits, located at 834 South C Street in Broken Bow, on Thursday.
Owned by Eve Conner, Lifting Spirits opened its storefront in August, although Conner has been involved in selling many of the specialty products offered at the shop for the past three years. She said she gets help from Nate Barker and also thanked Susie Walker for helping her get the storefront established.
The shop offers a variety of crystals and crystal-related products, including carvings, spheres, towers, rough cuts, pins and dishes. Visitors can also find locally handmade items, including pure tallow body care products, along with merchandise from other local artists.
In addition to its retail offerings, Lifting Spirits is planning several classes and activities for those interested in learning more about crystals and other specialty practices. Upcoming offerings include guided meditation sessions led by Deb England, introductory classes on Reiki and crystals, wire wrapping, crystal bracelet making and even an archery class.
Some of the products available at Lifting Spirits in Broken Bow (photo by Jeremy Shipe, KCNI/KBBN)
Conner describes Reiki as a form of energy healing intended to promote relaxation and help people feel better physically, mentally and emotionally.
The business's upcoming events schedule includes a guided meditation session with England on November 19, followed by an open house with special deals November 27 and 28. A Discovering Reiki class with Conner is scheduled for December 3, with additional classes continuing into the new year. Those include a Discovering Crystals class January 7 and a wire wrapping class with Karen Green on January 21. An archery class with Rhonda Polak is scheduled for April 15.
During the ribbon cutting, Broken Bow City Administrator Dave Schmidt congratulated Conner and those involved with the business, noting the variety of specialty offerings now available locally.
&#8220;Sometimes you think of some of these specialty things as something you would only find in the bigger city, so I think it's really neat that a small town like Broken Bow can have such a variety of things to offer,&#8221; Schmidt said.
Lifting Spirits is located one block north of the Broken Bow square at 834 South C Street. Regular business hours are Monday and Tuesday from 10 AM to 4 PM, Wednesday and Friday from 10 AM to 8 PM, and Saturday from 10 AM to 4 PM. The store is closed Thursdays and Sundays.
Customers can also browse products and place orders online at LiftingSpiritsCrystals.com, with shipping available and free shipping on orders over $150.
For more information about the store, products or upcoming classes, contact Lifting Spirits at 308-870-2948, email liftingspirits2019@gmail.com, or find the business on Facebook by searching Lifting Spirits.


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                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[The Broken Bow Chamber of Commerce welcomed a new business to the community with a ribbon cutting at Lifting Spirits, located at 834 South C Street in Broken Bow, on Thursday.
Owned by Eve Conner, Lifting Spirits opened its storefront in August, although Conner has been involved in selling many of the specialty products offered at the shop for the past three years. She said she gets help from Nate Barker and also thanked Susie Walker for helping her get the storefront established.
The shop offers a variety of crystals and crystal-related products, including carvings, spheres, towers, rough cuts, pins and dishes. Visitors can also find locally handmade items, including pure tallow body care products, along with merchandise from other local artists.
In addition to its retail offerings, Lifting Spirits is planning several classes and activities for those interested in learning more about crystals and other specialty practices. Upcoming offerings include guided meditation sessions led by Deb England, introductory classes on Reiki and crystals, wire wrapping, crystal bracelet making and even an archery class.
Some of the products available at Lifting Spirits in Broken Bow (photo by Jeremy Shipe, KCNI/KBBN)
Conner describes Reiki as a form of energy healing intended to promote relaxation and help people feel better physically, mentally and emotionally.
The business's upcoming events schedule includes a guided meditation session with England on November 19, followed by an open house with special deals November 27 and 28. A Discovering Reiki class with Conner is scheduled for December 3, with additional classes continuing into the new year. Those include a Discovering Crystals class January 7 and a wire wrapping class with Karen Green on January 21. An archery class with Rhonda Polak is scheduled for April 15.
During the ribbon cutting, Broken Bow City Administrator Dave Schmidt congratulated Conner and those involved with the business, noting the variety of specialty offerings now available locally.
&#8220;Sometimes you think of some of these specialty things as something you would only find in the bigger city, so I think it's really neat that a small town like Broken Bow can have such a variety of things to offer,&#8221; Schmidt said.
Lifting Spirits is located one block north of the Broken Bow square at 834 South C Street. Regular business hours are Monday and Tuesday from 10 AM to 4 PM, Wednesday and Friday from 10 AM to 8 PM, and Saturday from 10 AM to 4 PM. The store is closed Thursdays and Sundays.
Customers can also browse products and place orders online at LiftingSpiritsCrystals.com, with shipping available and free shipping on orders over $150.
For more information about the store, products or upcoming classes, contact Lifting Spirits at 308-870-2948, email liftingspirits2019@gmail.com, or find the business on Facebook by searching Lifting Spirits.


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                    <title><![CDATA[Mullen Advances / Sandhills/Thedford Concludes Season at State Tournament]]></title>
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                                                            <pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2026 17:18:19 +0000</pubDate>
                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[Brent Apperson]]></dc:creator>
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                                                    <description><![CDATA[The Mullen Lady Broncos advanced to the Class D2 state volleyball tournament semifinals with a 3-1 win over Wilcox-Hildreth on Thursday.  Mullen dropped the first set 25-22 and then fell behind 15-5 in set #2.  Mullen would then turn it around coming back to win a deuce game 26-24 to even the match at one set apiece.  Mullen took the lead winning set #3 25-14 and then closed it out in set #4 25-20.  Mullen hit .156 for the match and held Wilcox-Hildreth to .081 hitting for the match.  Jenna Donahoe finished with a match high 20 kills for the Broncos.  Abigail Gracey had 10 kills and Brynne McCully finished with 9 kills.  Kalli Licking finished with 36 assists for Mullen.  Mullen advances to the state semifinals where they will play at 11 a.m. against the #6 seed Bancroft-Rosalie at Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln.  Bancroft-Rosalie knocked off the #3 seed Hay Springs in straight sets 25-13, 25-6, 25-23.  The match will be broadcast on KBBN 95.3 FM and kbbn.com.
Mullen advancing their name on the bracket at the state tournament
The Sandhills/Thedford Knights saw their season come to an end Thursday at the NSAA state volleyball championships falling to Class D2 top seed St. Mary's in straight sets (25-18, 25-12, 25-19).  St. Mary's hit .292 for the match while holding Sandhills/Thedford to .098.  St. Mary's was led by Pyper and Tatum Ickes who combined for 38 kills in the match.  Sandhills/Thedford was led by Emma Ray who finished with a team high 12 kills.  Gracie Knight had 7 kills and Lindsey McIntosh finished with 6.  Grace Johnston had 24 assists for the Lady Knights who conclude the season with an overall record of 22-10.  St. Mary's advances to Friday's semifinal round where they will face Wynot who advanced with a straight set win Crawford/Sioux County.
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                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[The Mullen Lady Broncos advanced to the Class D2 state volleyball tournament semifinals with a 3-1 win over Wilcox-Hildreth on Thursday.  Mullen dropped the first set 25-22 and then fell behind 15-5 in set #2.  Mullen would then turn it around coming back to win a deuce game 26-24 to even the match at one set apiece.  Mullen took the lead winning set #3 25-14 and then closed it out in set #4 25-20.  Mullen hit .156 for the match and held Wilcox-Hildreth to .081 hitting for the match.  Jenna Donahoe finished with a match high 20 kills for the Broncos.  Abigail Gracey had 10 kills and Brynne McCully finished with 9 kills.  Kalli Licking finished with 36 assists for Mullen.  Mullen advances to the state semifinals where they will play at 11 a.m. against the #6 seed Bancroft-Rosalie at Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln.  Bancroft-Rosalie knocked off the #3 seed Hay Springs in straight sets 25-13, 25-6, 25-23.  The match will be broadcast on KBBN 95.3 FM and kbbn.com.
Mullen advancing their name on the bracket at the state tournament
The Sandhills/Thedford Knights saw their season come to an end Thursday at the NSAA state volleyball championships falling to Class D2 top seed St. Mary's in straight sets (25-18, 25-12, 25-19).  St. Mary's hit .292 for the match while holding Sandhills/Thedford to .098.  St. Mary's was led by Pyper and Tatum Ickes who combined for 38 kills in the match.  Sandhills/Thedford was led by Emma Ray who finished with a team high 12 kills.  Gracie Knight had 7 kills and Lindsey McIntosh finished with 6.  Grace Johnston had 24 assists for the Lady Knights who conclude the season with an overall record of 22-10.  St. Mary's advances to Friday's semifinal round where they will face Wynot who advanced with a straight set win Crawford/Sioux County.
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                    <title><![CDATA[Veterans can register for Elks dinners, seminars until Saturday]]></title>
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                                                            <pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2026 17:16:32 +0000</pubDate>
                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[Christen Shirley]]></dc:creator>
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                                                    <description><![CDATA[Veterans in the Broken Bow and Ord areas have until this Saturday, November 7, to register for upcoming veterans dinners and seminars hosted by the Broken Bow Elks Lodge.
The lodge will host two events, beginning Tuesday, November 10, at the BPOE Lodge Room, 610 South 10th Street in Broken Bow. A second event will be held Thursday, November 12, at the American Legion Building in Ord.
Both evenings will begin with social time at 6 PM, followed by a seminar at 6:30 PM. Dinner will be served afterward.
Stan Sedlacek with the Broken Bow Elks Lodge says the seminar is an important part of the evening, giving veterans an opportunity to hear updates from their local Veterans Service Officer, Emory Haynes. Haynes will provide information about changes to veterans' benefits over the past year or two and will be available to answer questions.
&#8220;A lot of people don't know what has changed for veterans over the years as far as benefits. So consequently, it's good to have that refresher,&#8221; Sedlacek said.
The dinners and seminars are free for veterans, and each veteran may bring one non-veteran guest at no charge. Those attending must choose one location and cannot attend both events.
Reservations are required, and the Elks Lodge cannot accept late registrations. Veterans interested in attending the Broken Bow event can call Barb at 308-870-1264 or Shannon at 308-872-2617.
For the Ord event, call Nancy at 308-872-6192 or Barb at 308-870-1264. Those calling Barb for the Ord event are asked to leave a message.
All reservations must be made on or before Saturday, November 7.
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                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Veterans in the Broken Bow and Ord areas have until this Saturday, November 7, to register for upcoming veterans dinners and seminars hosted by the Broken Bow Elks Lodge.
The lodge will host two events, beginning Tuesday, November 10, at the BPOE Lodge Room, 610 South 10th Street in Broken Bow. A second event will be held Thursday, November 12, at the American Legion Building in Ord.
Both evenings will begin with social time at 6 PM, followed by a seminar at 6:30 PM. Dinner will be served afterward.
Stan Sedlacek with the Broken Bow Elks Lodge says the seminar is an important part of the evening, giving veterans an opportunity to hear updates from their local Veterans Service Officer, Emory Haynes. Haynes will provide information about changes to veterans' benefits over the past year or two and will be available to answer questions.
&#8220;A lot of people don't know what has changed for veterans over the years as far as benefits. So consequently, it's good to have that refresher,&#8221; Sedlacek said.
The dinners and seminars are free for veterans, and each veteran may bring one non-veteran guest at no charge. Those attending must choose one location and cannot attend both events.
Reservations are required, and the Elks Lodge cannot accept late registrations. Veterans interested in attending the Broken Bow event can call Barb at 308-870-1264 or Shannon at 308-872-2617.
For the Ord event, call Nancy at 308-872-6192 or Barb at 308-870-1264. Those calling Barb for the Ord event are asked to leave a message.
All reservations must be made on or before Saturday, November 7.
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                    <title><![CDATA[Hazard Volunteer Fire Department among 67 nationwide recipients of grain rescue equipment, training]]></title>
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                                                            <pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2026 11:20:48 +0000</pubDate>
                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[Christen Shirley]]></dc:creator>
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                                                    <description><![CDATA[The Hazard Volunteer Fire Department is among 67 fire departments across the country selected to receive specialized grain rescue equipment and hands on training through Nationwide's annual Grain Bin Safety program.
Hazard was one of three Nebraska departments selected for the 2026 program, joining Orchard Volunteer Fire &amp; Rescue and Uehling Volunteer Fire Department. The equipment and training were provided through Nationwide's program, with funding support from the Nebraska Corn Board and Nebraska Soybean Board. Deliveries and training sessions for this year's recipients took place between the spring and fall.
The Hazard department received a grain rescue tube designed to help firefighters safely remove someone trapped inside a grain bin. The tube consists of interlocking panels that rescuers slide into place around the entrapped individual, creating a barrier that relieves pressure from the surrounding grain and helps prevent additional grain from collapsing around the person. Once the tube is in place, rescuers can use a specialized auger included with the equipment to remove grain from inside the tube and free the individual.
Along with the equipment, departments receive hands on instruction through the National Education Center for Agricultural Safety. The training combines classroom discussion with practical rescue simulations using a specialized grain entrapment simulator, giving firefighters an opportunity to work with the equipment and practice rescue procedures before facing an actual emergency.
Grain bin entrapments can happen quickly and often leave little time for response. Flowing grain can pull a person beneath the surface, while crusted or bridged grain can collapse unexpectedly and bury someone inside a bin. More than 150 grain entrapments have been reported nationwide over the past five years, making proper equipment and preparation especially important for rural fire departments that may be called upon to respond.
Nationwide launched its Grain Bin Safety program and Nominate Your Fire Department campaign in 2014 to help reduce preventable injuries and deaths associated with grain handling and storage. Since the program began, it has provided equipment and training to 519 fire departments across 35 states, representing nearly $2.5 million in resources. Nationwide reports that the program's resources have contributed to at least 19 lives being saved.
Grain Bin Safety Week was observed in February this year and is scheduled for February 14-20 in 2027. More information about the program, grain bin safety resources and opportunities for fire departments to participate can be found through Nationwide's Grain Bin Safety program.
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                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[The Hazard Volunteer Fire Department is among 67 fire departments across the country selected to receive specialized grain rescue equipment and hands on training through Nationwide's annual Grain Bin Safety program.
Hazard was one of three Nebraska departments selected for the 2026 program, joining Orchard Volunteer Fire &amp; Rescue and Uehling Volunteer Fire Department. The equipment and training were provided through Nationwide's program, with funding support from the Nebraska Corn Board and Nebraska Soybean Board. Deliveries and training sessions for this year's recipients took place between the spring and fall.
The Hazard department received a grain rescue tube designed to help firefighters safely remove someone trapped inside a grain bin. The tube consists of interlocking panels that rescuers slide into place around the entrapped individual, creating a barrier that relieves pressure from the surrounding grain and helps prevent additional grain from collapsing around the person. Once the tube is in place, rescuers can use a specialized auger included with the equipment to remove grain from inside the tube and free the individual.
Along with the equipment, departments receive hands on instruction through the National Education Center for Agricultural Safety. The training combines classroom discussion with practical rescue simulations using a specialized grain entrapment simulator, giving firefighters an opportunity to work with the equipment and practice rescue procedures before facing an actual emergency.
Grain bin entrapments can happen quickly and often leave little time for response. Flowing grain can pull a person beneath the surface, while crusted or bridged grain can collapse unexpectedly and bury someone inside a bin. More than 150 grain entrapments have been reported nationwide over the past five years, making proper equipment and preparation especially important for rural fire departments that may be called upon to respond.
Nationwide launched its Grain Bin Safety program and Nominate Your Fire Department campaign in 2014 to help reduce preventable injuries and deaths associated with grain handling and storage. Since the program began, it has provided equipment and training to 519 fire departments across 35 states, representing nearly $2.5 million in resources. Nationwide reports that the program's resources have contributed to at least 19 lives being saved.
Grain Bin Safety Week was observed in February this year and is scheduled for February 14-20 in 2027. More information about the program, grain bin safety resources and opportunities for fire departments to participate can be found through Nationwide's Grain Bin Safety program.
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                    <title><![CDATA[Mullen and Sandhills/Thedford Begin Play at the NSAA State Volleyball Championships]]></title>
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                                                            <pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2026 10:14:50 +0000</pubDate>
                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[Brent Apperson]]></dc:creator>
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                                                    <description><![CDATA[The NSAA state volleyball championships continue today in Lincoln.  Quarterfinal matches in classes C2, D1, and D2 will be played today at Pinnacle Bank Arena.  Taking the court today will be area participants Mullen and Sandhills/Thedford.
The Mullen Lady Broncos are making their second consecutive appearance at the state tournament after qualifying last season.  Mullen is 30-2 on the season and enters as the #2 seed in the Class D2 field.  Mullen advanced to the state tournament by claiming the D2-2 district championship winning against conference rival Twin Loup in the district final.  Mullen senior setter Kalli Licking has over 800 assists this season and has over 2,000 for her career.  Mullen has four players with over 175 kills this season led by Jenna Donohoe with a team high 321.  Mullen head coach Nichole Ourada visited with KCNI/KBBN sports about the chemistry that has developed between setter and attacker.
&#8220;Kalli does a really nice job of leading a balanced attack for us. She is very good at reading the blockers across the net and is able to push the ball away from where the blockers are trending to go. We do a really nice job of establishing our middles right away. So the blockers on the other side tend to follow them and so it leaves our pin hitters open as well. The connection that setters and hitters have is something that we work on every day. I think that's evidenced in how we play and just the chemistry that these girls have together. They know where they're gonna be, at what time, and what attack they're going to be running. I think it shows that they've been playing together since they were third and fourth graders. Just their chemistry is off the charts.&#8221;
Mullen will open tournament play against the #7 Wilcox-Hildreth.  Wilcox-Hildreth is 22-11 this season and qualified for state as the D2-7 district champion.  Today's match will be broadcast on KCNI 1280 AM/96.3 FM/kcni1280.com/Free KCNI Pure Country App.  Match time is scheduled for 9 a.m.
FULL INTERVIEW WITH MULLEN HEAD COACH NICHOLE OURADA
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Sandhills/Thedford is making its first state tournament appearance, as a co-op, since 2015.  The Lady Knights are 22-9 this season and enter as the #8 seed in the state tournament.  S/T advanced to state with a 3-1 win over Elba to claim the D2-8 district championship.  Sandhills/Thedford has four players with over 100 kills this season led by Emma Ray who has a team high 252.  Setter Grace Johnston has accumulated 635 assists this season in directing the offense.  S/T head coach Adam Kuntz visited with KCNI/KBBN sports and shared how proud he is of what his team has been able to accomplish this season.
&#8220;I am very proud of these girls. It's been a great two years since I've arrived in the Sandhills and Thedford area. Last year we ended with the district final loss to Red Cloud, so that was a little disappointing. And I'm just really happy that these kids and this program get to experience Lincoln and the state tournament after all the work and trust they put in kind of changing our style and how we want to play volleyball. So I'm really happy that we get to end it in Lincoln.&#8221;
Sandhills/Thedford will open tournament play against D2 top seed St. Mary's of O'Neill.  St. Mary's is 29-4 this season and advanced to state with a straight set win over South Platte for the D2-1 district championship.  Today's match will be broadcast on KBBN 95.3 FM/kbbn.com/Free KBBN Thunderbird App.  Match time is scheduled for 9 a.m.
FULL INTERVIEW WITH S/T HEAD COACH ADAM KUNTZ
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                                                    <content:encoded><![CDATA[The NSAA state volleyball championships continue today in Lincoln.  Quarterfinal matches in classes C2, D1, and D2 will be played today at Pinnacle Bank Arena.  Taking the court today will be area participants Mullen and Sandhills/Thedford.
The Mullen Lady Broncos are making their second consecutive appearance at the state tournament after qualifying last season.  Mullen is 30-2 on the season and enters as the #2 seed in the Class D2 field.  Mullen advanced to the state tournament by claiming the D2-2 district championship winning against conference rival Twin Loup in the district final.  Mullen senior setter Kalli Licking has over 800 assists this season and has over 2,000 for her career.  Mullen has four players with over 175 kills this season led by Jenna Donohoe with a team high 321.  Mullen head coach Nichole Ourada visited with KCNI/KBBN sports about the chemistry that has developed between setter and attacker.
&#8220;Kalli does a really nice job of leading a balanced attack for us. She is very good at reading the blockers across the net and is able to push the ball away from where the blockers are trending to go. We do a really nice job of establishing our middles right away. So the blockers on the other side tend to follow them and so it leaves our pin hitters open as well. The connection that setters and hitters have is something that we work on every day. I think that's evidenced in how we play and just the chemistry that these girls have together. They know where they're gonna be, at what time, and what attack they're going to be running. I think it shows that they've been playing together since they were third and fourth graders. Just their chemistry is off the charts.&#8221;
Mullen will open tournament play against the #7 Wilcox-Hildreth.  Wilcox-Hildreth is 22-11 this season and qualified for state as the D2-7 district champion.  Today's match will be broadcast on KCNI 1280 AM/96.3 FM/kcni1280.com/Free KCNI Pure Country App.  Match time is scheduled for 9 a.m.
FULL INTERVIEW WITH MULLEN HEAD COACH NICHOLE OURADA
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Sandhills/Thedford is making its first state tournament appearance, as a co-op, since 2015.  The Lady Knights are 22-9 this season and enter as the #8 seed in the state tournament.  S/T advanced to state with a 3-1 win over Elba to claim the D2-8 district championship.  Sandhills/Thedford has four players with over 100 kills this season led by Emma Ray who has a team high 252.  Setter Grace Johnston has accumulated 635 assists this season in directing the offense.  S/T head coach Adam Kuntz visited with KCNI/KBBN sports and shared how proud he is of what his team has been able to accomplish this season.
&#8220;I am very proud of these girls. It's been a great two years since I've arrived in the Sandhills and Thedford area. Last year we ended with the district final loss to Red Cloud, so that was a little disappointing. And I'm just really happy that these kids and this program get to experience Lincoln and the state tournament after all the work and trust they put in kind of changing our style and how we want to play volleyball. So I'm really happy that we get to end it in Lincoln.&#8221;
Sandhills/Thedford will open tournament play against D2 top seed St. Mary's of O'Neill.  St. Mary's is 29-4 this season and advanced to state with a straight set win over South Platte for the D2-1 district championship.  Today's match will be broadcast on KBBN 95.3 FM/kbbn.com/Free KBBN Thunderbird App.  Match time is scheduled for 9 a.m.
FULL INTERVIEW WITH S/T HEAD COACH ADAM KUNTZ
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