CALLAWAY – Callaway’s annual Pioneer Picnic will swell the bellies and spirits of all who attend June 24 through 26, marking another salute to summer in Morgan Park. The theme this year is "Bring On The Rain," and promises to be thunderous entert'... Read More

ANSLEY--The small community of Ansley is Strong for a Small Town and has been hosting the Muddy Creek Celebration for 135 years! The annual weekend festivities kick off on Friday night with fun for the whole family. Muddy Creek Celebration Trea'... Read More

LINCOLN – The Nebraska Department of Education has announced the launch of the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP), making meals available to all children ages one to eighteen throughout the state including Custer County. In a statement issued by'... Read More

LOUP CITY – The 34th annual Tour de Nebraska pedals its way through the Sandhills starting Wednesday, June 22, and concludes Sunday, June 26. The bicycle tour, which covers 235 miles over varied elevations, inclines, and terrain, features routes an'... Read More

BROKEN BOW – The Broken Bow School Board convened for its regular monthly meeting on Monday, resolving old issues and prompting new questions shortly before summer officially begins. On the docket were treasury matters and insurance coverage for'... Read More

CUSTER COUNTY – The Custer County Foundation has awarded a total of $49,125 to twelve Custer County organizations for its giving period ending April 30. Among the recipients are three organizations in Callaway and three in Ansley. The money will'... Read More

BROKEN BOW – The Broken Bow School Board will convene tonight, June 20 at 7:30 p.m. at the public school’s board room. This will be a regular meeting, and the last one before summer officially begins. On the agenda are district accolades and a'... Read More

BROKEN BOW – The Broken Bow Public Library will welcome the Edgerton Explorit Center of Aurora, Nebraska for a presentation on sound waves for community members young and old on Wednesday, June 22. The center’s visit cleverly coincides with th'... Read More

BROKEN BOW – The Broken Bow Lions Club was in the giving spirit this week, handing out two new memberships as well as a staggering ten picnic tables to the Custer County Fairgrounds. The newest members of the pride are Sheila and Mick Clark, who'... Read More

As summer begins to heat up, the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission would like to remind those enjoying water-based recreation to follow these safety reminders. Never swim alone — Always swim with a buddy. Pay attention — Avoid distractio'... Read More

BROKEN BOW – With summer’s leisure and weather threats approaching, the American Red Cross seems to be busier than ever, requiring donations of all sorts to keep the community safe and healthy. The need for blood and volunteers continues despi'... Read More

ANSELMO – Anselmo’s annual Big Sky Jubilee Celebration will kick off Friday, June 17 at 5 p.m. and run through Sunday, June 19, marking the fifty-fifth year of a three-day party as unique as the town that throws it. The Jubilee’s theme for 2'... Read More

NORTH PLATTE--The official celebration of Nebraska--NEBRASKAland DAYS--is underway in North Platte for 2022 and will be welcoming some of the biggest artists of country music, hosting Miss Rodeo Nebraska, the Buffalo Bill Rodeo, and events for the wh'... Read More

The Sandhills Journey National Scenic Byway was recognized recently by the National Scenic Byway Foundation. The Byway was honored with the "Leveraging Resources Award" which recognized the "Polar Bear Tank Race" which is organized by Mitch and Patty'... Read More