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Boone Tederman beats leukemia to help Gothenburg earn first state berth since 2017
Gothenburg's Boone Tederman (10) brings the ball up the court during a Class C1-8 District Final Feb. 28 against Doniphan-Trumbull in Gothenburg.
Boone Tederman's future as a Gothenburg Swede athlete took a turning point just a month before his freshman year ended.
On April 16, 2023, he was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia.
After a winter freshman basketball season in which he scored 80 points for the varsity team, Tederman tried out for a club team.
That's when the trouble began, his mother said.
"He just couldn't go up and down the court," Lindsey Tederman said. "He knew something was wrong."
What came next nobody could have imagined.
Tederman became dizzy and threw up all the time. Doctors checked his head, but found nothing abnormal.
The family continued to pursue checkups, and on the this one, they found that his hemoglobin had dropped.
Tederman, with his family in tow, traveled to Children's Hospital in Omaha on April 15, 2023.
The next day, the family received the heartbreaking news that he had leukemia.
He spent the next 30 days in the hospital and the following two and a half years going through cancer treatments.
Tederman rang the gong signaling his last treatment and the beginning of remission at Children's Hospital Aug. 11, 2025, just two days before his senior year started.
"He is just so resilient," Lindsey said. "I think he handled it better than I could have."
Lindsey said Boone would continually say, "I just gotta get through it. I gotta get through the sickness to get to where I need to be."
"He just had the best attitude — way better than I would've," she said.
In April 2025, Tederman and his family traveled to San Antonio, Texas, for his Make A Wish trip to watch the Final Four men's basketball tournament.
Boone Tederman, right, of Gothenburg, and his family got to watch the men's basketball Final Four in San Antonio, Texas, as his Make A Wish trip April of 2025.
Tederman went out for football that fall. He played in six varsity games as a wide receiver and had 10 catches for 130 yards.
But his love was basketball.
He found his way back onto the court this winter to help the Swedes make their first state appearance since 2017.
This season, he has scored 236 points with a career high of 20 that came Jan. 9 against McCook.
Tederman had a pair of free throws in the final seconds to help seal the district final 52-48 against Doniphan-Trumbull on Feb. 28.
After the win, Tederman said, "I knew I had to do a lot in the weight room to get my body back after treatment, but I worked my butt off and got it done."
He said getting to be back with his team and help them to state felt amazing.
"It's everything we dreamed of, everything we worked for. It's the best feeling in the world."
Gothenburg head coach Kent Koehn said, "Honestly, it's so amazing that he's even playing. And then to do what he's done for us this year, you couldn't write a story better than what he's went through.
"And the kid deserves it with what he's had to go through the last couple of years."
Tederman defied what doctors originally told him.
"They told him he might never play again," Lindsey said, and that "he should probably take up golf."
And that's just what he did. He went out for golf his sophomore and junior year.
"But he just worked so hard and got as healthy as he could so he could get back to physical sports," Lindsey said. "And he did it."
Lindsey said that from the moment community members found out about his cancer diagnosis, they sprang into action.
"The community felt what we felt after finding out," Lindsey said. "We had tremendous financial support through fundraisers and T-shirt drives."
She said she couldn't believe the number of T-shirts they saw people from all over the state wearing at sporting events.
"He played on so many club basketball teams," she said. "He reach was statewide. The support was not only in our community but all over. It's just amazing."
The school, teachers, administration and Children's Hospital education liaison played a huge role in his academic success.
Tederman continues to hold a 4.0 GPA, and his future after high school looks bright.
Lindsay said his dream was always to go to the University of Oregon, where he has been accepted.
"I told him to follow his heart and apply there," she said. "He got accepted into the honors program there. So his dream is kind of becoming a reality."
Around Town
The Around Town section of the Clipper-Herald is to notify the public of upcoming events and to publicize pertinent information from individuals, groups or service organizations.
LEXINGTON HAPPENINGS
Bonneville Chapter National Society Daughters of the American Revolution will be presenting awards Tuesday, March 10 at 6:30 p.m. at Grace Lutheran Church in Lexington.
Mommy and Me Group Tuesday, March 17 at 6 p.m. at Lexington Regional Health Center Rehab building.
Support Keep Lexington Beautiful Wednesday, March 18 from 5-8 p.m. at Dairy Queen. 20% of sales will be donated to the organization.
9 Pin No-Tap moonlight bowling event for the 2026 Chamber Challenge at Strike and Spare Bowl March 20-21. $50 per team.
Free community shredding event Friday, April 10 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Location: 617 N. Grant St., Lexington.
Plum Creek Community Players are hosting auditions Monday, March 16 from 4-6 p.m. at the Lexington Middle School cafeteria/auditorium for "Hansel and Gretel" production. For ages: kindergarten to 12th grade. Practices will be held Monday-Friday 4-6 p.m. for the first session and 6:15-8:15 p.m. for session two.
Nebraska Department of Labor will host a job fair March 10 and 26 from noon to 3 p.m. at the Dawson County Fairgrounds to support individuals who are still seeking employment following the Tyson closure.
Easter Egg Hunt at Ridgeway Senior Living Friday, April 3 at 2 p.m.
Vendors are needed for the Healthy Kids Day at the YMCA April 17 from 6-9 p.m. Contact the YMCA before April 6.
Lexington Lions Club Pancake Feed Saturday, March 21 at the Dawson County Fairgrounds 4-H building. Tickets are $7, and sold at the door.
The Missoula Children's Theater Production of "Hansel and Gretel" will be Saturday, March 21 at 2 p.m. at the Lexington Middle School Auditorium. Doors open at 1:30 p.m.
Lenten Lunches sponsored by Lexington Ministerial Association with from noon to 12:20 p.m. with service from 12:20 p.m. to 12:45 p.m. Thursday, March 12 at Calvary Assembly of God; Thursday, March 19 at First Presbyterian Church; and Thursday, March 26 at Grace Lutheran Church.
Central Community College - Lexington is offering basic construction and safety classes March 13-14, 20-21 and 27, Fridays and Saturdays, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.$3,280 per person. To sign up, contact: danielgettinger@cccneb.edu or by phone: 308-338-4011. GAP funding is available for recently laid-off or displaced workers.
Orthman Community YMCA Easter Egg Hunt Saturday, April 4 at 10:30 a.m. at Kirkpatrick Memorial Park.
GriefShare meets every Thursday through April 30 at 6:30 p.m. at First United Methodist Church.
Cropping at the Museum: Rescuing the Past April 10-13 at the Dawson County Historical Museum. All proceeds benefit the museum
.Parkview Baptist Church holds a food pantry every third Saturday of the month at the Refuge Building (1105 Park St.) in Lexington.
The Dawson County History Museum is hosting “Coffee with Carol” the first Wednesday of the month from 10 a.m. to noon.
The Lexington Lions Club meets at 7 p.m. every fourth Monday of the month at the Lexington Grand Generation Center.
Lexington Rotary Club meets the first and third Tuesday of the month at Dawson County Annex Building at noon. For more information or to join call 308-325-7006.
The Dawson County Democrats meet at 4 p.m. the first Sunday of each month at the Los Jalapeños Restaurant.
American Legion in Lexington meets the first Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. at Heartland Museum of Military Vehicles.
WIC Clinic Sites, Dawson County: Lexington – Community Action Partnership of Mid-Nebraska Building, 931 W. Seventh St., Tuesday through Thursday the first 4 full weeks for each month.
RYDE Transit — Public Transportation is available Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. To schedule a ride in Dawson County or Lexington call 308-324-3670. Public Transportation is easy to ride and open to everyone.
COZAD HAPPENINGS
Community Chat: with Hanna Cochran and members of Revitalize and Thrive Wednesday, March 11 at noon at the Wilson Public Library.
VITA free tax clinic Friday, March 13 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Wilson Public Library.
Monthly Coffee Chat Thursday, March 19 at 9:30 a.m. with Central Plains Home Health and Hospice at the Cozad Grand Generation Center.
Peep Diorama Contest at the Wilson Public Library Thursday, March 26 at 3 p.m.
The Cozad Chamber and Cozad Development annual meeting is Thursday, March 19 from 5-9 p.m. at the Cozad Elks Club.
Revitalize and Thrive is hosting a free indoor mini-golf tournament for Cozad middle school and high schoolers Friday, March 20 with middle schoolers starting at 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. and high schoolers from 8:30-10:30 p.m. at the Cozad High School in "The Barn."
Cozad Community Foundation is accepting items, services or an experience for their upcoming Red Day fundraiser auction. Red Day will be held Saturday, March 21 at 7 p.m. at Cozad Elks Club. Contact Robyn Geiser at 308-325-2450 or by email at ccf@cozadtel.net.
Drive Thru free grocery Thursday, March 12 from 5-7 p.m. at the Cozad Grand Generation Center.
Nebraska Scams and Fraud Education program at the Cozad Grand Generation Center Tuesday, April 28 at 1 p.m. and at 5:30 p.m. at the Wilson Public Library.
Bands, Brews and BBQs will be held Saturday, July 11 with the Lemon Fresh Day band headlining the night and opener by Heather Wellman. Gates open at 6:30 p.m. More information on ticket sales will be provided at a later date.
Blood Pressure Clinic at the Cozad Grand Generation Center the third Tuesday of every month at 11 a.m.
The Cozad Grand Generation Center has Home Delivered Meals to the Community Monday — Friday. If you would like to receive Home Delivered Meals or would like to pick up a Curbside Meal at 410 W. Ninth St. from 11:30 a.m. — 12:30 p.m., please call us at 308-784-2747 by 9:30 a.m. that morning, so we can arrange everything for your convenience.
The Cozad Grand Generation Center Bus is available Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. To schedule a ride in Cozad call 308-784-2747.
MILLER HAPPENINGS
Miller Volunteer Fire Department pancake and sausage feed Sunday, March 15 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Miller Community Hall.
GOTHENBURG HAPPENINGS
Easter Egg Hunt Saturday, April 4 at 1:30 p.m. for ages 1-12 years old at the Gothenburg Four-Plex hosted by Dayspring Bank.
Father-Daughter Dance Saturday, March 14 from 4-9 p.m. at the YMCA at Gothenburg Health. $60 per couple and $15 for each additional daughter. Must register by March 8.
Women's Pickleball tournament at the Gothenburg YMCA Saturday, March 14 at 9 a.m. for ages 16 and up with a $50 fee per team. Must register by March 13.
Save the Date: Dancing With the Stars Saturday, March 21.
AREA HAPPENINGS
Farm and Ranch Succession workshop at NCTA Welcome Center in Curtis Wednesday, March 11 from 1-5 p.m.
Potato Bar Fundraiser for the Furnas-Gosper Museum Sunday, March 15 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Ella Missing Center in Arapahoe.
Fuel the Family - free cooking class Thursday, March 19 in North Platte (1221 W. 17th St.) making tacos with protein.
ON THE BIG SCREEN
LEXINGTON
Majestic Theatre, 615 N. Washington St.
Ticket Pricing: Adult $5, Students/Senior Citizens/Child $4
SHOWTIMES:
"Hoppers" (PG) - March 11 and 13-15; Saturday at 7 p.m., Sunday at 6 p.m. and Wednesday at 7 p.m.
"I Can Only Imagine" (PG) - March 18-19; Wednesday at 3 and 7 p.m. and Thursday at 7 p.m.
"I Can Only Imagine 2" (PG) - March 20-22, 25; Friday/Saturday at 7 p.m., Sunday at 6 p.m. and Wednesday at 7 p.m.
COZAD
Fox Theater, 100 E. Eighth St.
Ticket Pricing: Adult $9, Student/Seniors/Military $8, 5 and under $6.50, Matinee (all ages) $6.50
SHOWTIMES:
"Scream 7" (R) - March 10-12; Tuesday-Thursday at 7 p.m.
"Goat" (PG) - March 10-12; Tuesday-Thursday at 7:20 p.m.
"Hoppers" (PG) - March 10-12; Tuesday-Thursday at 7:10 p.m.
GOTHENBURG
Sun Theatre, 404 10th St.
Ticket Pricing: Adult $5, Child (12 and under) $3, Senior Citizen $4
SHOWTIMES:
"Hoppers" (PG) - March 13-15; Friday/Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 5 p.m.
"I Can Only Imagine 2" - March 27-29; Friday/Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 5 p.m.
"The Super Mario Galaxy Movie" - April 3-5; Friday/Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 5 p.m.
PUBLIC LIBRARIES
The Lexington Public Library hours are: Monday-Thursday: 9 a.m. — 8 p.m., Friday and Saturday: 9 a.m. — 5 p.m., Sunday: Closed. Watch for lots of fun programs and activities this summer. Also, we are continuing curbside services; call the library at 308-324-2151 for information.
Novel Stitchers meets on Tuesdays from 3-5 p.m. in the Board Room of the Library.
Storytime meets at the Library on Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m.
The Wilson Public Library normal hours are: Monday-Thursday: 10 a.m. — 7 p.m., Friday: 10 a.m. — 5 p.m. and Saturday: 10 a.m. — 1 p.m. Public and private meetings have resumed, with 24-hour notice appreciated. Limits to how many attendees based upon room need, what equipment is available and other restrictions can be found by calling us at 308-784-2019 or stopping at the front desk. Normal policies about room rental can be found under Policies at wilsonpubliclibrary.org.
LEXINGTON GRAND GENERATION CENTER
The exercise room is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. until 5 p.m.
MONDAY
10 a.m. - Frog
12:45 p.m. - I've Got It
TUESDAY
10:30 a.m. - I've Got It
11 a.m. - Christian Women
12:45 p.m. - Pool
1 p.m. - Bunco
2:30 p.m. - Hot Cookies
WEDNESDAY
12:45 p.m. - Cards
1 p.m. - Frog
THURSDAY
12:45 p.m. - Farkle
12:45 p.m. - Pool
FRIDAY
Noon - Birthday Presenter
12:45 p.m. - Cards
1 p.m. - Frog
LEXINGTON GRAND GENERATION CENTER MENU
Homemade bread every day. Choice of skim, 2% or chocolate milk. No reservations are needed except for large groups. Serving time: 11:30 a.m. Please call 308-324-2498 by 10 a.m. for delivery or carryout meals.
MONDAY
Hamburger on Bun, Fries, Baked Beans, Mandarin Oranges
TUESDAY
Cubed Pork in Gravy, Red Diced Potatoes, Peas, Fresh Fruit
WEDNESDAY
Mushroom Steak in Gravy, Baby Bakers, Corn, Peaches
THURSDAY
Mac and Cheese with Chicken, Buttered Carrots, Wax Beans, Tropical Fruit
FRIDAY
Pork Roast with Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Peaches, Dinner Roll, Dessert
COZAD GRAND GENERATION CENTER
When Cozad schools are closed due to inclement weather, the center will also be closed. Check KRVN or the TV for weather related closings.
SUNDAY
11 a.m. - Ham Ball Dinner
MONDAY
10 a.m. - Free Groceries
12:45 p.m. - Board Meeting
1 p.m. - Pitch
5:30 p.m. - ESL Class
TUESDAY
Noon- Rotary
1:15 p.m. - Foot Clinic
WEDNESDAY
10 a.m. - Free Groceries
12:30 p.m. - Pinochle
5:30 p.m. - ESL Class
THURSDAY
5 p.m. - Drive Thru free grocery bags
COZAD GRAND GENERATION CENTER MENU
Salad Bar is available daily with meals served from 11:30 a.m. — 12:30 p.m.
MONDAY
Chicken and Stuffing, Hominy, Strawberry Fluff, Cheesecake
TUESDAY
Beef Enchiladas, Spanish Rice, Refried Beans, Peaches, Ice Cream
WEDNESDAY
Ham and Beans, Stewed Tomatoes, Cornbread, Mixed Fruit, Ice Cream
THURSDAY
Creamed Chicken and Biscuits, Beets, Pears, Ice Cream
FRIDAY
Goulash, Peas, Jello Salad, Garlic Bread, Pumpkin Bars
FARNAM SENIOR CENTER
When Eustis-Farnam Schools are closed due to the weather, the Senior Center will also be closed. Call ahead by 9:30 a.m. to get a meal 308-569-2359.
MONDAY
Sloppy Joes, French Fries, Beets, Apricots
TUESDAY
Chicken Alfredo, Cesar Salad, Broccoli, Peaches, Garlic Bread
WEDNESDAY
Taco Casserole, Cucumber Salad, Peas, Pears
THURSDAY
Turkey and Noodles, Mashed Potatoes, Corn, Fruit Cocktail, Dinner Roll
FRIDAY
Ham Casserole, Hashbrowns, Carrots, Applesauce, Dinner Roll
GOSPER COUNTY SENIOR CENTER
All meals are served with vegetables, fruit and a sweet item. Please call before 10 a.m. for your reservation 308-785-2500. Menu is subject to change without notice.
MONDAY
Cowboy Casserole
TUESDAY
Ham and Cheese Sliders
WEDNESDAY
Hamburger Steak
THURSDAY
Chicken Cordon Bleu
FRIDAY
Soup and Fish Sandwich
ORGANIZATIONS
Full of Grace: Meetings at 6 p.m. on Tuesdays at the Nazarene Church at 919 H St. in Cozad.
Southview Group: Meetings at 8 p.m. on Wednesdays at 1804 Papio Lane in Cozad.
Westside Group: AA/NA: open meeting on Friday nights at 7 p.m. Meetings are held at Grace Lutheran Church, 105 E. 17th St., Lexington, use the south door.
Celebrate Recovery: Meetings at 7 p.m. on Fridays at Parkview Baptist Church’s Refuge Building (1105 Park St., Lexington) Contact: 308-324-4410.
Four Roads Group AA: meetings are held on Tuesdays at noon, Fridays at 7 p.m. and Sundays at 6 p.m. at 1801 W. 18th St. in Lexington.
It Works Group: AA meetings are held on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at noon at St. Ann’s Catholic Church, 303 E. 6th St. in Lexington.
SMART Recovery meets at St. Peter’s in the Valley Episcopal Church, 905 East 13th St., Tuesdays and Thursdays 7-8:30 p.m., Saturdays, 4:30-5:30 p.m.
Grupo Lexington AA (Spanish Speaking): open meetings on Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 11 a.m., at 114 W. 6th St. in Lexington.
Sumner AA Group: meets Tuesdays at 8 p.m. at the United Church of Sumner, 504 Main St., Sumner. For more information call 308-325-5827.
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) meetings: Meetings at 8 p.m. on Thursdays at Hope Lutheran Church, 74094 Road 436 in Smithfield. Call 308-785-3567 or 308-472-3376.
Pony Express Group AA: meetings are held at 7:30 p.m. on Mondays at the Gothenburg Evangelical Free Church (515 18th St) in Gothenburg.
Thirsty Thursday by the Cemetery: Meetings held on Thursdays at 7 p.m. at the Trinity Lutheran Church (2002 27th St.) in Gothenburg.
Parkinson’s Disease Support Group meetings are held the second Thursday each month at 2 p.m. at Lexington Regional Health Center (1201 N. Erie St., Lexington). For more information contact Dixie Menke at 308-325-5350.
Community Action Partnership of Mid-Nebraska Immunization Clinic, first and third Mondays every month: Open 10 a.m. to noon and 1-4 p.m. by appointment at 931 W. Seventh St., Lexington. Previous vaccination records required. Contact 308-325-3436 or 308-325-3169.
Dawson/Gosper County CASA: seeking Volunteers. CASA Volunteers are everyday people from all walks of life, who advocate through the court system in the interests of children. Contact 308-324-7364.
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Nebraska farmers fret about fertilizer costs as Iran war disrupts production
As growing season nears, Nebraska’s farmers are facing an unexpected challenge: the military conflict in Iran.
While the bombing of that country by Israel and the United States might seem far away from the fields of the Midwest, Iran happens to be one of the world’s biggest producers of fertilizers, a crucial component for farmers.
The spreading conflict has also limited shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, a key artery for other suppliers in the area.
Andy Jobman, a farmer near Gothenburg, said prices for nitrogen fertilizer, both liquid and the concentrated form commonly called urea, have jumped since the operation in Iran began last Saturday.
Jobman
“Earlier this week, you couldn’t even get a quote on urea from my local co-op,” Jobman said, “because they couldn’t get a quote from their supplier.”
The price for urea was below $400 a ton late last year and into January, said Jayson Beckman, an associate professor and the Michael Yanney Chair of International Trade and Finance at the University of Nebraska.
The cost of urea started to creep up in February and last Friday reached $457 a ton. By Monday, it was $550 and by Thursday, $574.
“Even slightly under $400 is more than farmers want to pay, especially with stagnant corn prices,” Beckman said. “They would be hoping to pay in the low $300s.”
Urea Ammonium Nitrate (UAN) solution is the main type of fertilizer used in Nebraska.
Natural gas is required to make the formula. For example, India, another supplier, typically gets its natural gas from Qatar.
That supply normally travels through the Strait of Hormuz, but Qatar has shut down production along with many other fertilizer plants in the area.
Beckman
“It’s certainly the wrong time for farmers in the United States,” Beckman said. “Basically, the problem farmers have been having lately is that the input costs are increasing, and commodity prices have not. There’s been a lot of bankruptcies in the last year and the year before.”
The majority of farmers made the decision months ago whether to grow soybeans or corn, which requires more nitrogen. After making that call, Beckman said, farmers will buy some or all of the fertilizer they know they will need or wait to watch the market for a favorable price over the winter months.
In 2024, the U.S. exported $5 billion of all types of fertilizers and imported $9 billion.
Jobman said he’s lucky. He doesn’t switch between the two because of a contract he has to grow food-grade white and yellow corn, so he had already locked in on his fertilizer needs last fall. About a third of his 2,500 acres is white corn, a third yellow corn and a third soybeans.
“I know there are guys who haven’t prepaid as much or not at all and they are really backed into a corner,” he said. “They are going to have to eat that increased cost.”
Even gardeners could feel the hurt. Tomato growers, who might need different nutrients such as phosphates to grow their crop, could see higher costs.
“If you go and try to find some sort of fertilizer mix, it’s certainly going to be higher,” Beckman said.
The Nebraska Corn Board and Nebraska Corn Growers haven’t released a statement about prices, but a spokesperson said it’s a situation they are watching closely.
If the conflict were to end now, some farmers might be OK if they don’t use fertilizer until April or May.
But President Donald Trump has predicted the bombing campaign could stretch into weeks, and Beckman said it takes much longer for prices to go down than go up. Suppliers might keep prices higher for more profit.
He said some farmers might have to use less fertilizer to trim costs, but that could cut their yield by 20 to 25 percent.
“We’ll probably see more farm bankruptcies, see more selling of land. All farm income is tied up in the land,” Beckman said. “They might have to sell land just to survive. It’s too late to shift into soybeans and not use as much fertilizer.”
Jobman, a past president of the Nebraska Corn Growers Association and chair of the government relations committee, said farmers are not seeing profitable outlooks for the third year in a row.
They’ve had to deal with flat commodity prices and the effects of tariffs last year, though Jobman said some farmers have started to receive subsidy checks from the government. He’s grateful that the Trump administration is paying attention to the farm economy but frustrated that lawmakers can’t get potential market improvements across the finish line.
“To have another surprise situation fall into our laps, it’s another wrinkle thrown your way you have to figure out how to manage,” Jobman said. “It’s basically just eroding that profitability even further. Hopefully, we’ll have some better times coming up.”
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