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Winner, winner, turkey dinner!
It is generally accepted by most historians that the Pilgrims and Native Americans likely did not enjoy a turkey dinner at the “first Thanksgiving” in 1621.  Considered the number … more
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Tom Johnson joined Nebraska Air National Guard in Summer of 1966 while attending UNL. He did his basic training at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio Texas. He was based at Lincoln Guard Base, Reconnaissance. He was honorably discharged after 6 years. He is a member of the Legion in Oakland. He developed and printed pictures of the Moon landing. .
32 Quilts of Valor presented in Burt County
Jeannine Nelsen of the Logan Valley Quilters Guild (LVQG) was pleased to present three Quilts of Valor to Decatur veterans Carl Raue, Rebecca Raue, Tracy Davis at the Sears Center on Sunday.  … more
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Amanda Stuhr directs the Lyons-Decatur choir.
Veterans honored at Lyons-Decatur Northeast
The eleventh hour, of the eleventh day, of the eleventh month is set aside to honor United States veterans and as per longstanding tradition, the Lyons-Decatur Northeast FFA Chapter hosted a … more
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District Champions hoist their duly earned hardware having punched their ticket to state. Congratulations to the 2024 Oakland-Craig Knights Volleyball team.
State bound Lady Knights are ready to compete
For a fourth straight year in a row, the Oakland-Craig Lady Knights volleyball team are ranked among the elite as they compete in the NSAA Class C2 State Volleyball Tournament in Lincoln. They … more
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Sips and Co. offers treats to go in Lyons.
All treat thanks to the Lyons Community Club
Community pride was on full display for the annual Lyons Community Club Trunk or Treat Halloween event last week. Businesses and community members combined to offer a safe, fun and delicious … more
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Thrice chosen Miriel Brokaw of Lyons-Decatur Northeast will again represent the Cougars as a member of the Nebraska All-State Chorus.
Brokaw becomes a regular at All-State Chorus
Many young vocalists hope for an opportunity to sing with the Nebraska All-State Chorus.  A second trip to Lincoln in as many years would be a rare treat.  Miriel Brokaw, a senior at … more
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Paying it forward
Once high school study halls were done away with, guidance counselor Katie Mace of Lyons-Decatur Northeast presented students the opportunity to serve as teacher aides. "High school students do not … more
Girl Scouts Junior Troop 50015 studied structural engineering as part of a STEM curriculum before putting the knowledge into practice with several projects. Showing off their new skills are, front from left, Ivy, Myra, Maizy; back from left, Lillyann, Raven, McKenzi, Emery, Piper, Riley.
Young engineers push the limits with construction projects
After spending 3 meetings discussing the field of structural engineering, Girl Scout Junior Troop 50015 of the Uehling area were given small paper plates and use of various craft supplies to put … more
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Much to the enjoyment of many Uehling area children, David Von Seggern drives a train donated for use by Liz Loftis at the Uehling Halloween event...
Hometown Halloween enjoyed in Uehling
In a break with tradition, Uehling businesses hosted an early Halloween event for area children that brought smiles, great conversations, and community pride to all who participated. The event … more
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You are never too old for trick-or-treating and the Annual Lyons Community Club Trunk or Treat event is just the right place to do it.
To Trunk or to Treat?
Come October 31st, the Main Street in Lyons will be overrun with little ones all dressed up in their costumes for Halloween. According to Lyons Community Club President Denise Johnson, they will … more
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The Lyons Library Festival of Trees will be held November 23-24. There is no fee to enter a tree, and they may be traditional, like the one pictured here from Pelan's, or non-traditional, so feel free to be creative!
Festival of Trees returns to Lyons Library
It is time to get your creative juices flowing as the Annual Lyons Library Festival of Trees is a few short weeks away.  The event will held on Nov. 23rd and 24th from 10 a.m.-7 p.m.  There … more
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The Oakland-Craig Public School Foundation was excited to honor the Petersons, Kitrells, and the Donna Baldwin family, 2024 Hall of Fame inductees. Accepting the honors were from left, Jenny Cain, Jason Peterson, Michael Peterson, Lori Peterson, Steven Peterson, Chris Peterson, Doc Peterson, Bev Peterson, Amy Peterson, Brett Kitrell, Charleigh Kitrell, Ashley Kitrell, Marc Rexroad, Jim Pickerel, Rex Baldwin, Deb Nygren, Janice Schneir, Don Schneir, Rhonda Pickerel, and Jeff Baldwin.
Foundation welcomes new inductees to honor community champions
The Oakland-Craig Public School Foundation was excited to honor the 2024 Hall of Fame inductees, celebrating individuals who have exemplified excellence in academics, athletics, and community … more
A young Celeste Rost and an anonymous doll were ready to scare the socks off of area children at the Oakland Wonmen
Troll Stroll takes on Halloween theme
For decades, the Oakland Troll Stroll has been a family friendly jaunt through its manicured creek side woods.  With recent improvements made by the Oakland Tree Board and Women’s Club, … more
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American Legion to meet
Interim Commander Mike Blanc of the Oakland American Legion invites members to attend an important meeting on Nov. 4th at 7 p.m. at the Vets Building in Oakland.  Blanc said that the Oakland … more
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LDNE prepares to host EHC Volleyball Finals
The Cougars dropped Monday’s home match with the visiting LV/SS Raiders 14-25, 22-25, 18-25. In the second set, the Cougars gained some momentum when sophomore Linden Anderson recorded a kill … more
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Burt County Emergency Manager Jason Redding-Geu to offer basic first aid through a class titled, Until Help Arrives.
Burt Count EM Program to offer instruction “Until Help Arrives” to be held November 2nd
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), trauma is the leading cause of death in Americans under the age 46. Serious injuries require immediate action to stop someone from … more
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Emmett Case, Class of 1952, and Brady Johnson, Oakland-Craig Class of 2026, share a moment after the O-C homecoming game, each wearing their game jerseys.
54’s represent at Oakland-Craig Homecoming
Two men separated by over seven decades of time both donned their high school football Jersey sporting the #54.  Emmet Case, a 1952 grad of Oakland High, and Brady Johnson, Oakland-Craig Class … more
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(Right to left) Park/Rec Supervisor Brian Johnson; Street Supervisor Bryan Johnson; Water/Sewer Supervisor Daniel Tanksley, III; Street Employee Mike Francis; and Park/Rec Employee Bob Corwine will be able work a little more assured of safety thanks to a grant from the League Association of Risk Management.
Oakland benefits from safety grant
Several departments in the City of Oakland, Nebraska, have benefited from a Lean on LARM Safety Grant. Kayla Eisenmenger, Oakland City Clerk, applied for safety signs and apparel for the city as part … more
Danny Anderson offloads corn into a grain wagon driven by .Trevor Gnuse east of Arlington Friday afternoon.
Lack of rain not harming the harvest, but it is causing other problems
It’s been about three weeks since the last rainfall in Washington County.  To be exact, the county’s last rainfall occurred on Sept. 24 with 0.2 inch. This may not seem like … more
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Natalie Dixon.Natalie's Beauty Bank
Chamber hosts open house for Natalie’s Beauty Bank
A ribbon cutting and open house for Oakland’s newest business, Natalie’s Beauty Bank on Oct. 10 th at 2 p.m. The Vault Event Center at 212 N. Oakland Ave. Natalie Dixon, a 2016 … more
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Nick Seery enjoys the expanded Oakland Disc Golf Course. Seery was among the many volunteers that made the expansion happen.
Oakland Disc Golf Course expands elevating the game for enthusiasts
Much has changed in the Oakland City Park since last May. One of the major improvements the park has seen is the expansion of the disc golf course.  The course, originally 9 holes, now offers 18 … more
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Tailgate with a purpose and support Oakland-Craig PTO
Supporting Oakland-Craig educators, the O-C Parent Teacher Organization is hosting a Knights Tailgate on Friday from 5-7 p.m. at the Oakland Golf Club Driving Range.  Everyone is invited to come … more
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2019 Lyons-Decatur Northeast grad Layne Miller now serves his peers in agriculture in Burt County through GreenField Ag.
Farming was in his blood while in his first pair of boots
While some young people can’t wait to graduate and move far, far away from their hometown, Layne Miller has always wanted to return to Burt County to carry on the family traditions and values. … more
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Joe Brehmer, president of Brehmer Manufacturing continues to lead the company to serve the needs of today and into the future.
Brehmer Manufacturing Celebrates 50 Years of Innovation and Excellence in Industry
With a desire to address the needs of local farmer, Rey Brehmer stepped into the manufacturing world in 1974.  From its humble beginnings utilizing a 1,500 sq. ft. space, Brehmer Manufacturing … more
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Siren sounds with outbreak of tornadoes
An early outbreak of severe weather crossed the Midwest with tornadoes reported in Nebraska, Kansas, Missouri and Iowa.  The National Weather Service reported farms were torn apart and at least … more
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