High-school
Lexington takes runner-up at home volleyball Invite Saturday
For the first time in six years, the Lexington Minutemaid volleyball team reached the championship match of their home tournament Saturday.
However, the big feat didn’t end in the outcome the Maids wanted. Lexington fell to the undefeated Central Valley Cougars 25-15, 25-21.
Lexington defeated Hastings 25-13, 25-17 in the quarterfinal before taking the semifinal win in three sets over Broken Bow, 19-25, 25-18, 26-24.
The Lexington volleyball team shows off their second place medals after falling in the championship to Central Valley Saturday at their home tournament.
The Minutemaids trailed 4-1 in the first set of the championship match, forcing a timeout to gather their team.
Central Valley extended their lead 9-3 off a kill. The Cougars lead proved too difficult for Lexington to erase.
Down the stretch, Lexington used a 4-0 run, pulling to within four at 18-14. But Central Valley took over from there.
A 7-1 run capped the first set for Central Valley, winning 25-15 off a Lexington attack error.
Central Valley had 11 kills in their first set win, and held Lexington to four. Sydney Reutlinger-Maravilla collected three kills for the Maids.
Lexington’s Sydney Reutlinger-Maravilla (1) sends over an ace serve in the first set of the Maids’ sweep of Hastings in the quarterfinal at their home tournament Saturday morning.
Lexington took an early lead in the second set, going up 3-1 off a Cougar attack error.
The Cougars turned up their offense, and used a kill to tie the set 4-4.
Down the stretch, Kipley Kuecker sent over an ace to put the Maids up 11-8. Central Valley turned a 4-0 run with two aces to gain the lead 12-11.
Rylee Church had two kills and Parker Tufford followed with an ace to edge Lexington ahead 16-15.
Once Central Valley reached 20 points, it was over for Lexington. Central Valley reached match point with a kill off a Lexington block.
The Maids stayed alive for one more point after a Cougar attack error. Central Valley won the championship off a tip kill 25-21.
Central Valley tallied 13 kills in the second set to Lexington’s six. Lexington had three aces in the final set.
SEMIFINAL
Josslyn Mins put down a kill and Rylee Church followed to give Lexington a 3-1 lead in the first set of the semifinal match against Broken Bow.
Lexington had four attack errors in Broken Bow’s 7-0 run as the Indians took over 8-3.
A Church kill followed by a Tufford ace pulled the Maids behind 9-6.
Down the stretch, the Indians used a 4-0 run off a kill to pull ahead 19-14.
Broken Bow reached set point off a Lexington error, but a serve error kept Lexington in for one more point.
The Indians capped the first set 25-19 off a Lexington attack error.
Lexington had nine kills, two blocks and three aces in the first set.
Lexington setter Brynn Kaiser serves in the first set of the Maids’ win over Hastings in the quarterfinal of their home invite Saturday.
Broken Bow jumped out to a 3-1 lead in the second set off a kill.
The Maids put down four kills in their 6-0 run, taking an 8-5 lead.
Broken Bow returned a short run before the teams traded points down the stretch.
Lexington gained a 16-13 lead off a Mins kill. Mins followed with an ace, extending the lead to four.
Out of a Broken Bow timeout, Lexington continued on their run to lead 21-13 off back-to-back Indian errors.
Late in the set, Broken Bow pulled to within 23-17 off back-to-back Maid attack errors.
Lexington reached set point after a kill from Reutlinger-Maravilla, and the Maids took the second set win 25-18 after another Reutlinger-Maravilla kill.
Reutlinger-Maravilla collected eight kills through the first two sets.
The Maids fell behind 4-1 early in the third set, and dropped behind 6-2 after an attack error.
Lexington used a 7-1 run off a block by Kuecker to gain the lead 9-7.
Back-to-back Broken Bow kills gave the Indians the lead back at 11-10.
The Maids took a timeout after trailing 16-14 after Broken Bow put down three straight kills. Broken Bow added a fourth kill out of the timeout to lead 17-14.
Broken Bow capped a 6-0 run off a Lexington error, extending their lead to four.
Reutlinger-Maravilla’s 10th kill of the match pulled the Maids to within one at 19-18.
A Lexington attack error gave Broken Bow a three-point lead at 21-19. The Maids came back off a Reutlinger-Maravilla kill followed by her ace, tying the set 22-22.
The Maids reached match point off a kill by Church, but their own error kept Broken Bow alive.
Lexington captured the win 26-24 after back-to-back Broken Bow attack errors.
The Minutemaids celebrate an ace serve from Sydney Reutlinger-Maravilla in the first set against Hastings Saturday in the Maids’ home invite.
QUARTERFINAL
Lexington faced Hastings in the opening round of their home tournament.
The Maids won 25-13, 25-17.
Reutlinger-Maravilla had five kills in the first set and Mins had three.
Lexington totaled six aces in the first set, and had two aces in the second set.
Kuecker put down three kills in the second set.
UPCOMING
Lexington hosts Hershey at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 10 before heading to an invite at North Bend Central Saturday, Sept. 12 at 10 a.m.
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Early giving opens for Give Big Lex on Sept. 14
The Lexington Community Foundation is preparing for its annual Give Big Lexington campaign, which allows community members to support local organizations, programs and community projects. Although the official event is scheduled for Nov. 12, early giving begins Monday, Sept. 14.
This year marks the 16th consecutive year of the event and it’s slogan is s slogan, “Small Acts, Big Change.”
According to givebiglexington.org, the campaign aims to help “individuals, groups and businesses discover and donate to nonprofits serving the area year-round.”
“The Give BIG initiative started in 2011 with the goal of assisting local nonprofit organizations to fundraise and bring awareness to the work they are doing in the Lexington area. Since 2011, nearly $8 million has been distributed to the Lexington community to over 90 local organizations. LCF has used direct donations to help fund major community projects — YMCA, Racquet Center, Fieldhouse, parks and trails, etc., while also funding significant school and community initiatives — library programming, destination graduation at LHS and over 80 scholarship opportunities,” Beth Roberts, executive director of the Lexington Community Foundation, said.
The 24-hour giving event is Nov. 12 at the Orthman Community YMCA. Any Lexington nonprofit organization or community betterment project is eligible to register and receive donations.
Eligible causes include health and human services, arts and culture, children and families, education, animals, parks and recreation, according to givebiglexington.org. Organizations that exist primarily for religious or political purposes are not eligible.
“Several of the local participating organizations plan great events during the Give Big Lexington giving window starting in September and continuing through Nov. 12. We encourage supporters to go to the givebiglexington.org website to search all causes participating this year, and explore cause pages to learn more about what they are fundraising for,” Roberts said.
Currently there are 80 organizations registered for the event, which can be found on the Give Big Lexington website. These organizations include, but are not limited to: Lexington Soccer League, L2 for Kids, Micah’s House, Johnson Lake Playground Pickleball project, Sheltering Hands, Women’s Resource Center, Johnson Lake Fireworks Light up the Lake fireworks show, Lexington Volunteer Fire Department, Johnson Lake Trails, Good Samaritan Fund, Lexington Community Foundation, Camp Comeca climbing wall project, Backpack for Kids, Lexington Booster Club, Lexington Baseball Association, Boy Scouts, Lexington Regional Health Center, Center for Immigrant and Refugee Advancement and CFI Lexington.
Donations may be mailed to the Lexington Community Foundation at P.O. Box 422 or dropped off at its office at 607 N. Washington St. Online donations may be scheduled at givebiglexington.org from Sept. 14 through Nov. 12.
Donations also may be dropped off at the Orthman Community YMCA on Nov. 12.
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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
Remembering 9/11 concert featuring The Chad Lee Band Saturday, Sept. 12 at the Kirkpatrick Memorial Park Veterans Pavilion from 7-9 p.m.
Grandparents Day Storytime Wednesday, Sept. 9 at 10:30 a.m. at the Lexington Public Library.
United Women of Faith salad luncheon Monday, Sept. 14 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at First United Methodist Church.
Nebraska State Rodeo Finals Sept. 11-13 at Dawson County Fairgrounds; Friday at 7 p.m., Saturday at 7 p.m. with steer roping at 9 a.m. and Sunday at 1 p.m.
Give BIG Lexington "Small acts, big change" early giving begins Sept. 14. Visit givebiglexington.org.
Why Give Back to Lexington Family Fun Night at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 17 at the Lexington Public Library.
The Orthman YMCA Transportation Celebration Saturday, Sept. 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Jim Kelly Field/Lexington Airport. Entry fee: $5 for ages 3 and up.
Lexington Area Farmer's Market at 237 Hardware on Saturdays from 8-11 a.m. and Tuesdays from 3-6 p.m.
Prime Time Family Reading Time every Friday to Oct. 9 from 5-6:30 p.m. at the Lexington Public Library. A light meal will be provided. Register at the library or call 308-324-2151.
Lexington Area Christian Women's Connection presents "Guest Night" Tuesday, Sept. 22 at 6 p.m. at Kirk's. Speaker is Jan Schiferl of Fordyce, Nebraska.
Lexington Optimist Club and Heartland Chevrolet 29th Annual Golf Tournament four-man scramble Saturday, Sept. 28 at Lakeside Golf Club with check-in at 8:30 a.m. and tee time at 9:30 a.m. Register by Tuesday, Sept. 1. For questions call Nick Reynolds at 308-325-0016 or Jeremy Roberts at 308-325-5473.
Orthman Community YMCA Big Rig 5K and 10K at the Transportation Celebration Saturday, Sept. 26 at 8 a.m. Check-in starts at 7:46 a.m. at Lexington Fieldhouse.
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
Harvest Moon Arts Festival Thursday, Sept. 10 from 6-9 p.m. at the Green Space.
The Wilson Public Library will be closed Saturday, Sept. 12 for Hay Days.
Hay Days Parade "Party in the USA" Saturday, Sept. 12 at 11 a.m.
Storytime with Cozad Physical Therapy Friday, Sept. 18 at 11 a.m. at the Wilson Public Library.
Crafternoon: Make string art at the Wilson Public Library Tuesday, Sept. 15 at 4 p.m.
Dot art at the Wilson Public Library Wednesday, Sept. 16 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Drop in as you are able, all ages.
Storytime with Cozad Physical Therapy Friday, Sept. 18 at 11 a.m. at Wilson Public Library. Primarily for ages 3-6 with an adult.
Community Chat: with Joel Carlson, Cozad school board member Wednesday, Sept. 30 at Noon at the Wilson Public Library.
Armchair Travels: with Georgia Karel Tuesday, Sept. 29 at 5:30 p.m. at the Wilson Public Library.
Teen Crafternoon: Wednesday, Sept. 30 at 2:30 p.m. to make CD weavings at Wilson Public Library.
Maker Market is held every Tuesday until Oct. 20 from 5-7 p.m. at the Green Space, east of 222 Hardware.
Storybook Walk the whole month of September at Muny Park Walking Trail featuring the book "The Pout-Pout Fish."
Movie Matinee at Wilson Public Library Thursday, Oct. 1 at 2 p.m. Children under 8 with a chaperone. Free popcorn.
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
2026 Harvest Festival Parade "A Tradition We Love!" Saturday, Sept. 19 at 10 a.m. on Lake Avenue.
2026 Harvest Festival Arts in the Park Saturday, Sept. 19 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Ehmen Park.
2026 Harvest Festival Car Show Sunday, Sept. 20 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Ehmen Park.
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.
AREA HAPPENINGS
Light Up the Night 5K Walk/Run for Mental Health Friday, Sept. 12 at Yanney Park in Kearney. Registration and fun night activities begin at 5 p.m. with the walk/run beginning at 8 p.m.
Loomis Volunteer Fire Department Open House and BBQ Saturday, Oct. 3 from 5-8 p.m. Live concert featuring the Riley Morgan Band.
ON THE BIG SCREEN
LEXINGTON
Majestic Theatre, 615 N. Washington St.
Ticket Pricing: Adult $6, Students/Senior Citizens $5, Child $4
SHOWTIMES:
"The End of Oak Street" (PG-13) - Sept. 9; Wednesday at 7 p.m.
"Practical Magic 2" (PG-13) - Sept. 11-13, 16 and 18-20, 23; Fridays/Saturdays at 7 p.m., Sundays 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:
"Spa Weekend" (R) - Sept. 8-10; Tuesday-Thursday at 7:20 p.m.
"Coyote vs. Acme" (PG) - Sept. 8-10; Tuesday-Thursday at 7:10 p.m.
"Dog Stars" (R) - Sept. 8-10; Tuesday-Thursday at 7 p.m.
GOTHENBURG
Sun Theatre, 404 10th St.
Ticket Pricing: Adult $5, Child (12 and under) $3, Senior Citizen $4
SHOWTIMES:
"Paw Patrol the Dino Movie" (G) - Sept. 11-13; Friday/Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 5 p.m.
"Practical Magic 2" (PG-13) - Sept. 25-27; 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.
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
1 p.m. - Bridge
FRIDAY
Noon - Birthday Dinner
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.
TUESDAY
Cook's Choice Casserole, Tater Tots, Buttered Carrots, Pineapple
WEDNESDAY
Sweet and Sour Chicken, Wild Rice, Broccoli, Cold Veggie Salad, Applesauce
THURSDAY
Hamburger on Bun with Cheese, Fries, Three Bean Salad, Mixed Fruit
FRIDAY
Pork Roast, Mashed Potatoes with Gravy, 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.
TUESDAY
Noon - Rotary
1 p.m. - Dominos
1:15 p.m. - Foot Clinic
5 p.m. - ESL Orientation
WEDNESDAY
11 a.m. - Free Groceries
12:30 p.m. - Pinochle
1 p.m. - Popcorn Ball Making
THURSDAY
1 p.m. - Tai Chi
5 p.m. - Evening Meal
FRIDAY
5-7 p.m. - Sloppy Jo Feed
7-10 p.m. - BINGO
SATURDAY
Noon to 8 p.m. - Pulled Pork Feed
2-6 p.m. - BINGO
7-10 p.m. - BINGO
COZAD GRAND GENERATION CENTER MENU
Salad Bar is available daily with meals served from 11:30 a.m. — 12:30 p.m.
TUESDAY
Chicken and Dressing Casserole, Corn, Pears, Ice Cream
WEDNESDAY
Lasagna, Peas, Coleslaw, Cucumber Salad, Peaches, Ice Cream
THURSDAY
Scalloped Potatoes and Ham, Mixed Veggies, Red Applesauce, Cookies
FRIDAY
Sausage and Gravy over Biscuits, Scrambled Eggs, Hot Fruit, Veggies Sticks, Rice Krispie 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.
TUESDAY
Sweet and Sour Pork, Broccoli, Pea Salad, Pineapple, Dinner Roll
WEDNESDAY
Roast Beef, Mashed Potatoes, Carrots, Peaches, Dinner Roll
THURSDAY
Chicken Enchiladas, Lettuce Salad, Refried Beans, Pears
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.
TUESDAY
Lasagna
WEDNESDAY
Swiss Steak
THURSDAY
Chicken Enchiladas
FRIDAY
Pork Medallion Sandwich
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.
