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One of Faron Medhi’s favorite experiences as Miss Teen USA was going to India where she had the opportunity to talk to and get to know some school children.
Miss Teen USA
When people think of beauty pageants they have the idea of the outfits, the makeup, the stage, but to the contestants it is so much more than that. Faron Medhi, granddaughter of Lyons local … more
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While the sun was still out for the record breaking day in Lincoln LDNE student Avery Bacon could really get a sense of how big the event really wa
A world record time for a LDNE student
It was one of those unexpected events in life that went way bigger than most people expected, and a Lyons-Decatur Northeast student got to witness it in person. On August 30th the Husker … 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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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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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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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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COUNTY CONTINUES TO FIGHT CANCER
Burt County residents will unite at their annual Relay For Life event on Sunday, September 10 at the Brink Park in Lyons, Nebraska. The American Cancer Society Relay For Life is a community … more
Guitarist Mark Humphrey from the Kyle Sayler Band steps out into the audience to dance with the fans as he plays an extended solo for Folsom Prison Blues.
Midwest Classic draws 130 big rigs to Oakland
The 4th Annual Midwest Classic Truck Show made its second consecutive appearance in Oakland over the weekend. Organizer hopes this remains a continual location for the show featuring some of the best … more
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Congratulations to Michelle Herbolsheimer (left) as the owner of Oakland Express which recently sold a $1 million lottery ticket. Son, Spencer, sold the ticket on Thursday to the lucky winner whose name has yet to be announced. Oakland Express get's 1% of the winnings.
Million-dollar lottery ticket sold at Oakland Express
“The winner was not local,” Oakland Express owner Michelle Herbolsheimer said of the $1 million Mega Millions winner. “Beyond that I can’t tell you anything.” The … more
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Johnnie Johnson, co-manager of the Burt County Fair, presents the Ak-Sar-Ben Pioneer Farm Family Award to Patricia French and Susan French Montgomery for 100 years of continuous family ownership.
All in the Swedish family
Burt County Ag Society President Dale Miller recognized the Ak-Sar-Ben Pioneer Farm Family during the opening evening of the Burt County Fair. Patricia French and Susan French Montgomery were on hand … more
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