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For the new LDNE Social Studies teacher Robin Burton, his experience is what will drive him to do the best he can with his students.
New Social Study Teacher at LDNE
Students of Lyons-Decatur Northeast schools will be taught S ocial S tudies by a new, but well experienced, teacher this year. Mr. Robin Burton has been working in the field of education in one … more
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A new face is teaching the LDNE math classes this year. Meet Shelby Anderson.
New LDNE math teacher
This year Lyons-Decatur Northeast students will be seeing a new face at the white board for their math classes. This will mark the first year Mrs. Shelby Anderson will be teaching math at LDNE, … more
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Cody and Abi Coonrod with their daughters Preslee (in her mother
Burt County to unite in cancer fight
Relay For Life of the Burt County Area event will take place on Sunday, September 10 at the Brink Park in Lyons, Nebraska. The American Cancer Society Relay For Life is a community celebration. … more
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Decatur mother arrested in death of 15-month-old
A preliminary hearing is scheduled for Sept. 8th in Burt County Court for 22-year-old Josephine Boschult. The defendant was arrested for the Aug. 24th drowning of her 15-month-old toddler. … more
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Recent Oakland-Craig grads participate in the annual Friends of Oakland Foundation Scholarship Golf Outing as a way to give back. Pictured are (from left) Maycie Johnson, Trevor Weitzenkamp, Kara Peterson, Shea Johnson, Dawson Rhodes, Connor Guill, Reese Johnson, and Charli Webster.
Giving continues through FOOF Golf Tournament
More than 80 participants took advantage of the beautiful weather to play a round of golf for Oakland-Craig graduates. The Friends of Oakland Foundation (FOOF) Scholarship Golf Tournament was held on … more
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Former Nebraskans, Tri, Whitney, Penelope, Rowen and Willow now call Lakeland, Florida home.
Hurricane Idalia hits close to home for former Nebraskans
When hurricanes are forecasted to make landfall in the United States, most Midwesterners don’t give it a second thought. Though not in its direct path, former Nebraskans Tri and Whitney … more
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CCF Women's Flight Winners: Katie Eriksen, Ellen Eriksen, Becky Rennerfeldt, and Sarah Smith.
Over 100 participate in Craig Community Foundation Golf
The 15th annual Craig Community Foundation Golf Outing was held on Saturday, August 5th, at the Oakland Golf Club. Over 110 people participated in the outing with funds … more
Howard Stout as a young man when he worked at Urban
Burt County Museum
There is still time to see the “Cameras, Chemistry and Photos” display at Burt County Museum in Tekamah. It is a collection of black and white historical photos donated to the museum by … more
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County paves way for road improvements
The Burt County Board of Supervisors held their semi-monthly regular meeting on Monday August 28th at 9:00 a.m. The meeting started with the review of monthly claims. The only claim that was of … more
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Cancer Survivor Vicki Lindberg continues to encourage others in the fight through Relay For Life of the Burt County Area..
As the fight continues, so does the Relay
No one fights alone. More than a memorable motto, American Cancer Society Relay For Life events across the country have united communities to rally together in the fight against cancer since its … more
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At night the HiWay Cafe could be seen as a shining beacon for hungry people.
After 42 years the time has come
“ Yes, the rumors are true!” Owner and operator of the Hiway Cafe JoDee Jameson announced. “The HiWay Cafe will be closing its doors for the last time Thursday August 31st.” … more
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Save money or hire more law enforcement
The Burt County Board of Supervisors and the Burt County Sheriff's Office have a decision to make or at the very least a compromise to work. Deputy Towns e nd recently leaving the Sheriff's … more
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Navigating a Successful Return to School
As we gear up for another exciting school year, I am excited to welcome back our students, parents, and staff to Oakland-Craig. The start of a new school year is a time of renewal, growth, and … more
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Bryce Uhing, a 2015 Oakland-Craig graduate, has earned his wings in the United States Marine Corps. As his military career grows, so does his family. Bryce is pictured with his wife Payton and daughter, Rocki Sue.
Where are they now?
Four years ago, Bryce Uhing made history as being the first to undergo a Marine Commissioning Ceremony right in Oakland. The 2015 Oakland-Craig grad made the most of that commissioning as he recently … more
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Infant Drowning
On Monday August 1 4, 2023, the Decatur Police Department and Decatur Fire and Rescue responded to a report of a drowning of an infant male child. The male infant was transported to Burgess … more
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One apartment done and 23 to go! Updating apartments has been among the many discussions between the Decatur Housing Authority Board members and Maple Villa Executive Director, Kayla Logeman.
MapleVilla in Decatur has goals of improvements
This past Tuesday, Kayla Logeman, Executive Director and the five members of the Decatur Housing Authority held an Open House to present the recently remodeled apartment that has been empty for … more
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The Decatur Museum holds the history of Decatur and on September 10th they will have a presentation by a Humanities Speaker Jeff Barnes.
DecaturMuseum to host special program on the early years of the Nebraska territory
Don’t miss the chance to hear a special presentation by Humanities Speaker, Jeff Barnes, who will be at the Decatur Museum on Sunday, September 10, 2023 for a 2 p.m. program. Jeff will … more
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Cameras, Chemistry & Photographs
There is still time to see Burt County Museum’s summer display of historic photos in the East House on the museum campus. The photos, ranging from Native Americans, cowboys, settlers, military, … more
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Saturday in the Park
On Saturday, August 26, the Lyons Ministerial Association is hosting another Saturday in the Park in Brink Memorial Park at 7:00 PM. According to Pastor Jeff Clark, the evening will include … more
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Matt Carr (father) is proud to be on the Lyons City Council, he wants keep Lyons a great place for his family to grow up in. Sandra Carr (mother), Liam (10), Landon (8), Lincoln (3), and Sharlotte (baby).
Meet the new City Council member
      There is a new face sitting at the table during the Lyons City Council meetings. Matt Carr was asked to fill the set after Carvin Housh Sr. stepped down from … more
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The LDNE elementary school students were happy to gather with their classmates to start the new school year.
The first day of a new LDNE school year
The late nights of playing outside until the the lights come on are over, the countless hours swimming at the pool are done, and the vacations have been had for the students of Lyons-Decatur … more
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Members of the Logan View Skills USA organization set up a booth to encourage students to join at the
Back to School Bash held at Logan View
Logan View students and staff have been gearing up for the first day of classes with a “Back-to-School-Bash” and the Fall Sports Kick-Off.  With classes to start on Wednesday, August … more
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Lyons city council round-up
      The Lyons City Council held their monthly regular meeting last week on Tuesday.  The meeting was called to order and Lyons Mayor Kyle Brink opened … more
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Burt County Board Round-up
      The Burt County board of Supervisors held their first regular meeting for the month of August on the 9th. The meeting started with office updates from … more
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Finding proof of spirit activity is what brought Dave Christensen out to visit Bertha Hall and he believes he has that proof in this photo.
The hunt for ghosts at Bertha Hall
Most people have a ta le of an experience that they can’t totally explain. Sometimes it is a bump in the night, and a feeling that they are being watched when they are alone, or a visit from a … more
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