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Veterans keep memories of the fallen alive with Memorial Day service
American Legion Commander Tyler Eltiste gives an emotional speech about a fallen comrade who died from an IED while rescuing other soldiers.
Lexington High School National Honor Society members present the flags at the Monday morning Memorial Day service at Veterans Pavilion in Lexington.
The military honor guard presents their guns during the Memorial Day service at Veterans Pavilion in Lexington.
Veterans Papillon’s seating was almost full Monday for the Memorial Day service hosted by American Legion Post 111 and Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 5136.
With the help of Lexington High School’s National Honor Society, the American Legion and VFW lead an emotional service dedicated to remembering the fallen.
American Legion Commander Tyler Eltiste and VFW Commander Matt Marshall gave moving speeches that had the crowd letting out little gasps and nods of agreement.
Eltiste told the story of a fallen brother, who he called Jeff, who gave his life trying to safe others from an IED field.
The solider accidently triggered an IED while retrieving a casualty of another, right after telling the medic who accompanied him, “We’re going to get our brothers out of here."
The story of Jeff brought to life the reality of war, sharing some of its gruesome details with civilians. Jeff, sadly, wasn’t the last casualty that day and it took four UID teams to clear the IEDs.
Marshall’s speech focused on how soldiers die twice, “once when they died and a second time when people stop saying their names."
He encouraged those in attendance of the Memorial Day service to think about whose names they carry and to talk about their fallen family members and friends so they would not experience “the second death.”
Two NHS high school students also spoke; Felciana Deleon and Emerson Lorenzo.
Deleon spoke about the anniversaries of World War II and the Vietnam War.
Come October it will be the 81st anniversary of World War II. As of March 29, it has been 53 years since the Vietnam War.
She stressed the importance of remembering both events.
Lorenzo began his speech with humor, pretending he was a salesman promoting a Memorial Day sale and then went on to tell the crowd that even though parades, picnics, and prices feel important the truly important thing on Memorial Day was remembering those who died to provide us with the freedoms we have in American.
NHS members made up the color guard, sang the National Anthem and played the bugle during a salute to the fallen.
As shots rang out in the air, the crowd stood in silence, remembering those who died for our country.
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Kids encouraged to abandon screens and get active at Lexington YMCA
“Find the Fun in Fitness” at Lexington’s Orthman Community YMCA this summer with Fit Kids Camp.
Health and Wellness Director Terri Burch is encouraging parents to separate their kids from their screens and enroll them in activities focused on healthy living and exercise.
Burch’s Fit Kids Camp is one such activity, held on Wednesdays, June 3-17, at the YMCA in Lexington.
The idea for Fit Kids Camp came when Burch noticed that fewer kids have been playing in the street and outside in general. She wanted to craft a program that would get kids up and moving, off the couch.
“I don’t think they (kids) get the activity that they need,” Burch said. “The days of driving around the neighborhood and there’s a random baseball game somewhere, or kids playing outside, playing a soccer game even in the street …you just don’t see kids outside playing. A lot of kids are on a device, sedentary, and that’s not a good thing. Kids gotta move.”
In April, the YMCA held Kids Super Circuit, organized by Burch, and it “went over well."
After searching for a program that local kids would latch onto and enjoy, she had finally found it, but she wanted to change the name. Thus, Fit Kids Camp came about.
“It’s sort of a name change,” Burch said. “We’ll probably do a lot of circuits.”
Circuits consist of different activity stations that kids work their way through.
Burch has them stop every few minutes and walk a lap.
She said the kids who participated in April’s Kids Super Circuit loved it and even formed little friend groups, so she’s hoping to continue providing that experience for them with the Fit Kids Camp.
It’s been a long process for Burch to find a program that sticks.
She started with Kids Boot Camp after a couple of kids showed interest in an adult boot camp program at the YMCA, but she received “crickets” in response.
Planning a kids' boot camp was challenging too, as activities like battle ropes are harder for kids to do.
She moved on to Kids Yoga. Sadly, Kids Yoga also received no interest.
Kids Super Circuit, however, took off and filled a gap that Burch noticed.
She said younger children — kindergarten through fifth grade — have fewer sports activities to participate in, and unless they are in tennis or soccer lessons, they don’t have much for the summer.
She wanted Kids Super Circuit — now Fit Kids Camp — to target that age group and provide a way for them to stay active.
Kindergarten through fifth graders can meet at the YMCA on Wednesdays from 3:30-4:15 p.m. June 3-17.
“We kind of timed it so whoever’s going to summer school can be here right afterwards,” Burch said.
Registration for Kids Fit Camp is due by June 1. It is $15 for YMCA members and $25 for nonmembers.
Parents are not required to be present during the program, but need to be there to pick up their children at the end.
Parents can register their kids at ymcaoftheprairie.org/lexington, visit the Orthman Community YMCA, or email Burch at tburch@orthmanymca.org. They can also call the YMCA at 308-324-1970.
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
A Business after Hours to honor Dennis Burnside, assistant city manager, Thursday, May 28 from 5-7 p.m. at The Well.
Workshop and Bike Rodeo Wednesday, May 27 at 10:30 a.m. at the Lexington Public Library.
A ribbon cutting for will be held for Elwood Security & Fire on Friday May 29 at 10 a.m. at the Lex Chamber Office located at 1501 Plum Creek Pkwy, Ste. 2A. Light refreshments will be provided.
Lexington Area Christian Women's Connection presents "Music is in the Air" men's night Tuesday, June 16 at 6 p.m. at Kirk's. Reservations and cancellations by noon Monday, June 15. Call Sheri at 308-320-0952 or Jonelle at 308-325-8279.
Mobile Food Pantry at the Dawson County Fairgrounds Thursday, June 4 at 3 p.m.
21st annual Golf Tournament for the Lexington Chamber of Commerce Wednesday, July 8 from 2-7 p.m. at Lakeside Country Club at Johnson Lake.
Heartland Museum of Military Vehicle's second annual Summer Celebration Friday, July 3 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the museum. Join them to celebrate the US's 250th birthday with food trucks, live vehicle demonstrations, family activities and more.
Wine & Wings, Beer & Brats fundraiser night for the Blanche Senior Scholarship at Mac's Creek Thursday, Aug. 20 from 5-9 p.m.
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
Analyzing Henri's notebooks with Andrew Cozad on Wednesday, June 3 at 6:30 p.m. at the Robert Henri Museum and Art Gallery.
Free document shredding for anyone over 60 at the Cozad Grand Generation Center Monday, June 8 from 10 a.m. to noon.
One Book One Cozad book discussion on "I am a Man: Chief Standing Bear's Journey for Justice" by Joe Starita Wednesday, May 27 at 10 a.m. at the Wilson Public Library.
Dinosaur Noodle Art Thursday, May 28 from 3-5 p.m. at the Wilson Public Library.
Storytime with Hammy "Hammy's Back Yard Adventure" Friday, May 29 at 11 a.m. All ages welcome at the Wilson Public Library.
The Chamber Golf Tournament is Friday, May 29 at 9 a.m. Register now for the 18-hole, four-person scramble.
Community Chat: Wednesday, June 3 at noon with guest speaker Laura Rody with Messtival.
Charlie (The Noise Guy) Kind of a Dragon Show Thursday, June 11 at 2 p.m. at the Wilson Public Library.
City wide garage sales Saturday, June 13. $15 registration to put your location on the map.
The Writing Society meets the first and third Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. at the Wilson Public Library. Open to all writers of all levels and genres.
Blacktop Classics Car Show Saturday, June 6 at 11 a.m. in downtown Cozad on Meridian Avenue.
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.
ELWOOD HAPPENINGS
Garage Sales Friday, June 5 and Saturday, June 6. Map will be available on the Elwood Chamber Facebook Page, the Chamber website and in local businesses around town.
GOTHENBURG HAPPENINGS
Gothenburg Roping Club is hosting a free will donation Wednesday, June 3 beginning at 5 p.m. at the rodeo grounds. This supports the Pony Express Rodeo.
Mental Health Bingo Night at the Gothenburg Senior Center Thursday, May 28 from 6-8 p.m.
"The Play That Goes Wrong" June 4-7 at the Sun Theatre. $20 for adults and $10 for 12 and under.
Crime 101 Trivia Night at the Sun Theatre Wednesday, June 10 from 7-9 p.m. Teams of 2-6 $20 and teams of 7-9 $30. To register call 402-413-5747.
Free lunch and learn for new advances in Alzheimer's treatment Wednesday, May 27 from noon to 1 p.m. at Gothenburg Health YMCA Cottonwood room.
The 51st annual Gothenburg Area Fireman's Ball is set for Saturday, May 30 from 5 p.m. to midnight.
City Wide Garage Sales Saturday, June 20. Register for $20 to get your location on the map. Deadline is June 10.
Livin' Out Loud is set for Aug. 15-16 at Lake Helen.
ON THE BIG SCREEN
LEXINGTON
Majestic Theatre, 615 N. Washington St.
Ticket Pricing: Adult $5, Students/Senior Citizens/Child $4
SHOWTIMES:
"Mandalorian & Grogu" (PG-13) - May 27 and 29-31 and June 3; Fridays/Saturdays at 7 p.m., Sundays at 6 p.m. and Wednesdays 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:
"A Great Awakening" (PG-13) - May 26-28; Tuesday-Thursday at 7:10 p.m.
"In the Grey" (R) - May 29 - June 4; Friday at 7:20 p.m., Saturday/Sunday at 4:20 and 7:20 p.m., Monday-Thursday at 7:20 p.m.
"Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu" (PG-13) - May 26 - June 4; Tuesday-Thursday at 7 p.m., Friday at 7 p.m., Saturday/Sunday at 4 and 7 p.m., Monday-Thursday at 7 p.m.
"The Sheep Detectives" (PG) - May 26-28; Tuesday-Thursday at 7:20 p.m.
"The Breadwinner" (PG) - May 29 - June 4; Friday at 7:10 p.m., Saturday/Sunday at 4:10 and 7:10 p.m., Monday-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:
"The Play That Goes Wrong" June 4-7; Thursday-Saturday at 7 p.m. and Sunday at 3 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
Closed
TUESDAY
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
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
Closed
TUESDAY
Scalloped Potatoes with Ham, Stewed Tomatoes, Mixed Veggies, Pears
WEDNESDAY
Tater Tot Casserole, Spinach, Cream Corn, Mixed Fruit
THURSDAY
Monterey Pork Chops, Boiled Potatoes, Roasted Brussel Sprouts, Plums
FRIDAY
Chicken Strips and Waffles, Hashbrowns, Hawaiian Carrots, Mandarin Oranges, 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.
MONDAY
Closed
TUESDAY
8 a.m. - Tourism Meeting
Noon- Rotary
WEDNESDAY
10 a.m. - Free Groceries
12:30 p.m. - Pinochle
5:30 p.m. - ESL Class
THURSDAY
1 p.m. - Tai Chi
COZAD GRAND GENERATION CENTER MENU
Salad Bar is available daily with meals served from 11:30 a.m. — 12:30 p.m.
MONDAY
Closed
TUESDAY
Lasagna, Green Beans, Garlic Bread, 7-Up Salad, Salad Bar, Ice Cream
WEDNESDAY
Chicken Enchilada, Spanish Rice, Refried Beans, Peaches, Salad Bar, Dessert
THURSDAY
Ham, Sweet Potatoes, Corn, Red Applesauce, Salad Bar, Dessert
FRIDAY
Sloppy Joes, Mac and Cheese, Baked Beans, Fruit Salad, Salad Bar, Caramel Apple Tartlets
FARNAM SENIOR CENTER
The center will be closed on Fridays until further notice. 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
Closed
TUESDAY
BBQ Pork Sandwich, Potato Salad, Baked Beans, Fruit Cocktail
WEDNESDAY
Oven Fried Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Peaches, Dinner Roll
THURSDAY
BBQ Meatballs, Diced Potatoes, Peas, Pineapple, 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
Closed
TUESDAY
Brats
WEDNESDAY
Taco Salad
THURSDAY
Pulled Pork Sandwich
FRIDAY
Baked Potato Bar
ORGANIZATIONS
It Works Group: AA meetings are held on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from noon to 1 p.m. at 303 E. Sixth St., in Lexington.
First Christin Church NA: meets Sundays at 7 p.m., Tuesdays at 8 p.m. 1206 N. Erie St., in Lexington.
Westside Group: AA/NA: open meeting on Monday and Friday nights from 7-8 p.m. Meetings are held at Grace Lutheran Church, 105 E. 17th St., Lexington, use the south door.
Women's Group: meets every Tuesday from 7-8 p.m. on the second floor lounge at the Dawson County Courthouse (700 N. Washington St.)
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 from noon to 1 p.m., Fridays from 7-8 p.m. and Sundays from 7 p.m. at 1801 W. 18th St., in Lexington.
Grupo Lexington AA (Spanish Speaking): open meetings on Saturdays from 8-9 p.m. and Sundays from 11 a.m. to noon at 114 W. 6th St. in Lexington.
Group Nueva Vida Lexington (Spanish Speaking): open meetings on Fridays at 8 p.m. and Saturdays at 11 a.m. at 114 W. Eighth St., in Lexington.
Full of Grace: Meetings from 6-7 p.m. on Tuesdays at the Nazarene Church at 919 H St., in Cozad.
Southview Group: Meetings from 8-9 p.m. on Wednesdays at 1804 Papio Lane in Cozad.
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.
Sumner AA Group: meets Sundays and Tuesdays from 8-9 p.m. at 205 E. Fifth Avenue, in Sumner. For more information call 308-325-5827.
Bertrand Thurs Night Group: Meetings from 8-9 p.m. on Thursdays at Hope Lutheran Church, 74094 Road 436 in Smithfield. Call 308-785-3567 or 308-472-3376.
Odie Group AA/NA: meetings at 8 p.m. on Sundays in Elwood at 501 Calvert Avenue.
Pony Express Group AA: meetings are held from 7:30-8:30 p.m. on Mondays at the Gothenburg Evangelical Free Church (515 18th St.) in Gothenburg.
Thirsty Thursday by the Cemetery: Meetings held on Thursdays from 7-8 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.
