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Pride of the Minutemen marching band earns superior rating at state competition
Lexington's Pride of the Minutemen marching band competes Saturday at the Nebraska State Bandmasters Association state band competition at Kearney High School.
The Lexington Pride of the Minutemen received a Class 3A Division 1 superior rating Saturday at the Nebraska State Bandmasters Association state competition at Kearney High School.
Lexington's marching band is one of the largest bands across the state with 275 members.
The Pride of the Minutemen performed to "Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves" this season.
Prior to the state competition, Lexington competed at the 45th annual Lincoln Public Schools Marching Band Invite Oct. 17 at Seacrest Field in Lincoln.
The band received Division 1 superior, outstanding color guard and outstanding drumline.
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Edgewater Insurance to celebrate longtime agent Mary Reed’s retirement
Mary Reed is retiring from Edgewater Insurance November 20. A drop-in open house is being held at the Lexington office to celebrate her retirement on Tuesday, Nov. 17.
Edgewater Insurance announced last week that longtime agent Mary Reed will retire Nov. 20.
Reed joined the company in 2012 following the death of her husband. A former preschool teacher, she had spent six years away from the classroom caring for him and knew she would need a job to support herself after his death.
Rather than return to teaching, Reed accepted a receptionist position at Edgewater Insurance. She later earned her insurance license and became an agent.
“Over the last decade and a half, her professionalism, deep industry knowledge, and unwavering dedication have helped shape the success of our Lexington location. Beyond her professional achievements, Mary’s warm personality, kindness, friendly voice and mentorship have made our office a better place to work for all of us,” Steve Gratopp, Edgewater Insurance community leader, said in a news release.
Reed said her work has allowed her to see people at their best and worst, helping clients navigate insurance claims after accidents and storms.
“Lexington has been lucky this year. We haven’t really had hail damage,” she said. “There was a season in 2014 where we had a lot of claims due to hail and wind.”
Reed said she wishes teenagers would take an interest in insurance or learn about it in school so they can better understand its importance and the factors that affect coverage.
“Please have insurance. Don’t drive without it. I know a lot of people don’t and they let it lapse, and they drive anyway. Insurance is important. I don’t want to see anyone have to give up everything because of one stupid mistake, like if they back into somebody and can’t afford to pay it so they end up in court,” Reed said.
A Lexington homeowner and active member of her church, Reed looks forward to volunteering, spending time with friends and visiting her grandchildren. Asked why she decided to retire at 69, she said it “just felt like the right time.”
“While we are incredibly sad to see her leave, we are thrilled for Mary as she embarks on this exciting next chapter of her life. She looks forward to spending more time with her family and friends, pursuing her hobbies, and enjoying a well-deserved break from the corporate world,” Gratopp said.
Edgewater Insurance will host a drop-in retirement open house for Reed on Tuesday, Nov. 17. The public is invited to stop by throughout the day for conversation, coffee and a cookie.
Reed said she looks forward to visiting with those who attend.
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.
PEOPLE
Edgewater Insurance will host a drop-in open house retirement for Mary Reed Tuesday, Nov. 17, throughout the day. Address: 525 N. Washington St., Lexington.
LEXINGTON HAPPENINGS
Safe and Spooky Trunk or Treat at Sheltering Hands, 1001 N. Washington St., from 5-8 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 27.
Clerical Cookoff Thursday, Nov. 12 during Give Big Lexington from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Orthman Community YMCA.
Halloween at the Hospital Trick-or-Treat Wednesday, Oct. 28 at 4 p.m. at Lexington Regional Health Center's Rehab building, 1600 W. 13th St. Sensory trick or treating at 4-4:15 p.m. and Trick or Treating to follow at 4:15 p.m.
Community Trunk or Treat Wednesday, Oct. 28 from 4:30-6 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran, 205 E. Seventh St., parking lot. (Weather permitting, will be moved inside if necessary).
National Honor Society, Student Council and L Club host Trunk or Treat Halloween Friday, Oct. 30 from 4-6 p.m. in the Lexington High School parking lot.
Veterans Trunk and Treat Friday, Oct. 30 from 5-7 p.m. at Veterans Pavilion at Kirkpatrick Memorial Park.
Halloween Bowling Tournament Saturday, Oct. 31 at 10:30 a.m., check-in at 10 a.m. at Strike and Spare Bowling Alley. $30 per bowler, includes 4 games of bowling, shoe rental and lunch. Costume party - prize for best dressed.
Costume Contest and Karaoke Friday, Oct. 30 at 9 p.m. at Three 21 Tavern.
Ridgeway Senior Living Trick or Treat Friday, Oct. 30 from 6-7 p.m. at 1811 Ridgeway Drive.
Trick or Trout, free Halloween fishing event for the family, Saturday, Oct. 31 from 2-5 p.m. at Plum Creek Park. Prizes for best costume, big fish, most fish. Sponsored by: Legion Post 111, VFW Post 5136, Bomgaars and Nebraska Game and parks.
Calvary Assembly of God (1304 N. Adams St.) Halloween night Trunk or Treat, with candy, games, popcorn balls and hot cider from 5-7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 31.
Christmas on the Creek 2026 Friday, Nov. 6 from 3-7 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 7 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Mac's Creek Winery and Brewery. Santa, drinks and shopping local.
Lexington Mobile Food Pantry at 3 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 5 at Dawson County Fairgrounds.
ESL Conversation Club at 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, at the Lexington Public Library. Registration required.
Strings Attached band will be performing Saturday, Nov. 14 at Strike and Spare Bowl from 8 p.m. to midnight. Get tickets for $10 at Strike and Spare Bowl. Tickets at the door are $15. Limited reserved tables - tables of six for $100 and tables of four for $75. 21 and over show.
Orthman YMCA Turkey Trot 5K Saturday, Nov. 21. Register by Nov. 10.
11th Annual Holiday Craft and Vendor Show Saturday, Nov. 21 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Orthman Community YMCA.
GriefShare Support Group meetings will be held on Thursdays until to Nov. 19 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at First United Methodist Church (201 E. Eighth St.). Enter at the east sliding doors. For information contact Luann McBride at 308-325-4148 or by email: luannmcbride@hotmail.com
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
Author Chet Hardin to visit Wilson Public Library at 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 7.
Second annual Wedding and Quince Expo Sunday, Nov. 8 from noon to 4 p.m. at Meridian Events Center.
Turkey Trot drive thru/dine in dinner Thursday, Nov. 12 from 5-6:30 p.m. at Cozad Grand Generation Center.
Second Annual Hearts and Arts for the Holidays Saturday, Nov. 14 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Cozad Elks Club.
Mingle on the Meridian Saturday, Nov. 14 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in downtown Cozad.
Holiday Food and Gift Festival 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21 at Cozad Grand Generation Center.
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.
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.
GOTHENBURG HAPPENINGS
Beef and Wine Luau for scholarships Saturday, Nov. 7 from 6-9 p.m. at the Impact Center, 902 12th Street.
Thankful Run 5k Saturday, Nov. 21 from 8:30-10 a.m. at the YMCA at Gothenburg Health. Fee: $25 for adults and $15 for kids. Register by Nov. 21.
ON THE BIG SCREEN
LEXINGTON
Majestic Theatre, 615 N. Washington St.
Ticket Pricing: Adult $6, Students/Senior Citizens $5, Child $4
SHOWTIMES:
"Forgotten Island" (PG) - Oct. 28; Wednesday at 7 p.m.
"Heart of the Beast" (PG-13) - Oct. 30 - Nov. 1; Nov. 4; 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:
"Street Fighter" (PG-13) - Oct. 27-29; Tuesday-Friday at 7 p.m.
"Clayface" (R) - Oct. 27-29; Tuesday-Thursday at 7:10 p.m.
"Going for Two" (PG-13) - Oct. 27-29; Tuesday-Thursday at 7:20 p.m.
GOTHENBURG
Sun Theatre, 404 10th St.
Ticket Pricing: Adult $5, Child (12 and under) $3, Senior Citizen $4
SHOWTIMES:
"Forgotten Island" (PG) - Oct. 30 - Nov. 1; Friday/Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 5 p.m.
"The Cat in the Hat" (PG) - Nov. 6-8 and 13-15; 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: 9 a.m. — 6 p.m., Friday: 9 a.m. — 5 p.m. and Saturday: 9 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
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 - Halloween party
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
Chicken Fried Steak with Gravy, Baby Bakers, Buttered Cabbage, Mandarin Oranges
TUESDAY
Polish Dog on Bun, Fries, Sauerkraut. Apricots
WEDNESDAY
Sweet and Sour Meatballs, Boiled Potatoes, Buttered Carrots, Fresh Fruit
THURSDAY
Orange Chicken, Rice with Veggies, Broccoli, Cold Veggie Salad, Tropical Fruit
FRIDAY
Spaghetti with Meatballs, Tater Tots, Wax Beans, Apple Slices, Bread Stick, 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
10 a.m. - Free Groceries
1 p.m. - Pitch
5 p.m. - ESL Class
5-7 p.m. - Spook Night
TUESDAY
8 a.m. - Tourism Meeting
Noon - Rotary
1 p.m. - Dominos
5 p.m. - ESL Class
WEDNESDAY
10 a.m. - Free Groceries
COZAD GRAND GENERATION CENTER MENU
Salad Bar is available daily with meals served from 11:30 a.m. — 12:30 p.m.
MONDAY
Fish or Cook's Choice, Au Gratin Potatoes, Mixed Veggies, Peaches, Cake
TUESDAY
Meatloaf, Baked Potato, Broccoli, Blush Applesauce, Ice Cream
WEDNESDAY
BBQ Beef, Tater Tots, Baked Beans, Mandarin Oranges, Dessert
THURSDAY
Smothered Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Tropical Fruit, Ice Cream
FRIDAY
Spaghetti, Broccoli Salad, Carrots, Pineapple Chunks, Garlic Bread, Fruit Bars
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
Beef Stroganoff, Corn, Apple Salad, Dinner Roll
TUESDAY
Oven Fried Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Peaches, Dinner Roll
WEDNESDAY
Salisbury Steak, Baked Potato, Carrots, Pears, Dinner Roll
THURSDAY
BBQ Pork Sandwich, Diced Potatoes, Baked Beans, Mandarin Oranges
GOSPER COUNTY SENIOR CENTER
All meals are served with vegetables, fruit and a sweet item. All meals are subject to change without notice. Please call by 10 a.m. for your reservation 308-785-2500. Suggested meal price is $8 for 60 and above and $9 for under 60.
MONDAY
Sloppy Joes
TUESDAY
Chicken Alfredo
WEDNESDAY
Salisbury Steak
THURSDAY
Garlic Sticky Pork
FRIDAY
Crab Chef Salad
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 Christian 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.
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Carson Reiman brings home National FFA wins
This last weekend, the 99th National FFA Convention and Expo was held in Indianapolis. Hundreds of students attended the event with Gothenburg’s own Carson Reiman bring home two titles.
Reiman is a student at Gothenburg High School who won national champion in prepared public speaking and won a national winner in vegetable production proficiency.
His proficiency award comes as a recognition for the work he has put into his business, Reiman Spuds, which he started as a freshman.
Reiman’s classmate, Mavrix Butterfield also scored a win as he earned a bronze award in extemporaneous speaking.
“The process is the point. All the work you do to get to the stage, all the experiences and memories made make it worth doing. This advice is worth sharing with any young adult learning how to work hard to accomplish a goal. We think these words couldn’t be more true but especially for Mavrix and Carson who represented our chapter at the 99th National FFA Convention. We are so proud of your accomplishments,” Gothenburg FFA said, in a post on their Facebook page.
