Prom night does not end when the dance does, and the Wilber-Clatonia Post-Prom Committee is hosting several fundraisers to make sure the 2026 after-party is one to remember. The committee, made …
Long before holiday shoppers step inside Czech Cottage, the story of the Czech Christmas carp has already traveled generations. In Prague and across Bohemia, the tradition once unfolded on …
Local residents and faith leaders gathered Nov. 24 at Wilber United Methodist Church for a short prayer vigil calling attention to proposed cuts to healthcare and food assistance programs. The …
Wilber’s Outdoor Stage has supported dancers, queens, events and memories. Now, it asks for a little support in return. For Giving Tuesday, the Miss Czech-Slovak US Pageant and the …
Clatonia’s dream of a new fire hall is one step closer to becoming a reality, thanks to a $630,00 boost from a Community Development Block Grant from the Nebraska Department of Economic …
The Wilber-Clatonia FBLA chapter once again filled the Sokol Hall with nearly 20 vendors for its annual craft fair fundraiser, an event that adviser Ken Furstenau has overseen for all seven of his …
The Blue River Arts Council’s Gallery Wall at the Crete Public Library currently features the work of four Doane undergraduates: Sophomore Mia Eshleman, junior Bridgette Sotomayor, senior …
Crete Eagles Auxiliary Club #3909’s Nov. 24 meeting turned into Santa’s workshop as members counted and distributed all of the donations from its months-long coat and toy drives. Its …
Wilber-Clatonia High School students know their math teacher is golden – and now she has the award to prove it. Rachel Watson won the 2025 Golden Apple Award, which 10/11 News and Doane …
Wilber is bringing a beloved Czech tradition to life again this holiday season, inviting locals to gather, shop and soak in the Christmas spirit. The 2025 Christmas Market will return to Hotel …
On a Friday night in small-town Nebraska, the gym lights glow, the scoreboard hums and dozens — sometimes hundreds — of listeners gather around phones, laptops and radios miles away from …
Students in EMF’s Family and Consumer Sciences program recently wrapped up a flavorful and heartfelt holiday cooking unit, led by new FCS teacher Mallory Gregory. From baking pies and …
Santa is making an early stop in Dorchester this year, and the village is ready to welcome him with a day full of pancakes, crafts and Christmas cheer. Morning with Santa will run from 8 – …
With a love for helping people and a knack for numbers, Hollie Zurcher began her next chapter as Saline County’s deputy treasurer. Zurcher started her journey at the treasurer’s …
When life changed in an instant for K&G Body Shop owners Ken and Gina Schmitt, their community stepped up and showed them they are never alone. Ken suffered an aortic dissection, which is a …
Christmas cheer will be impossible for the Grinch to steal when Sokol Hall fills with crafts for sale, Santa and a dose of holiday spirit. Wilber’s Hometown Christmas will be Saturday, …
The Saline County Courthouse got a star-spangled makeover. Saline County began working on a project to install 275 American flags around the Saline County Courthouse last year and finished it …
State Sen. Tom Brandt told the Saline County Board of Commissioners on Nov. 10 that the Legislature is bracing for a tight 2025 session as tax pressures mount, new revenue remains limited and major …
After years of helping producers through Nebraska Extension, Nathan Mueller is now helping shape the future of Nebraska's wheat, barley and triticale as NU Horizon Genetics’ new executive …
Downtown Milligan transformed into a cozy Christmas village for its annual Holiday Market on Main. Around 32 vendors sold a variety of goods at the event, including crocheted stuffed animals, …
Crete Area Medical Center unveiled a new Advanced Life Support interceptor vehicle and dedicated garage Nov. 13 during an event that highlighted a first-of-its-kind partnership between the hospital, …
Crete High School FBLA members are gearing up for one of the community’s most beloved holiday traditions: Breakfast with Santa, set for Dec. 6 from 8 to 11 a.m. at Crete High School. The …
As needs rise and funds fall, Crete Cares calls on the community for help. Crete Cares aims to demonstrate Christ’s love, hope and compassion in a tangible way to help people who are …
The same passion that connected Janet Jeffries of Crete to Dr. Vladimir Kucera’s work earned her a Czech award created in his honor. The Dr. Vladimir Kucera Award recognizes someone who, …
Dancing, listening to traditional Czech music and sharing memories were enjoyed by between 150-200 people as TJ Sokol Wilber celebrated its 100th anniversary Nov. 15. Based on the principle of …