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Lexington School Board approves funds to acquire property through eminent domain

Lexington School Board approves funds to acquire property through eminent domain

  • Jessica Kennedy

After exiting a closed session Monday night, the Lexington School Board unanimously authorized the deposit of the condemnation award in the amount of $1,134,000 to acquire real estate via eminent domain for the property formerly known as Plum Creek Care Center and WEL-Life assisted living at…

Treyvan Berry and Maylin Novoa win Mingus and Ramsey awards

Treyvan Berry and Maylin Novoa win Mingus and Ramsey awards

  • Jessica Kennedy

Lexington High School announced that graduated seniors Treyvan Berry and Maylin Novoa were the recipients of Mingus and Ramsey awards.

Overton Public School announces second semester honor roll

Overton Public School announces second semester honor roll

  • Jessica Kennedy

Overton Public Schools released their second semester honor roll June 1.

Eustis-Farnam school announces honor roll

Eustis-Farnam school announces honor roll

  • Press Release

Eustis-Farnam Public School announced the students who made honor roll from 7-12th grade.

UNK grad Emme Brown teaches little minds big lessons

UNK grad Emme Brown teaches little minds big lessons

  • Heidi Knake UNK Communications

SUMNER — At the beginning of each school year, Emme Brown gathers her kindergartners at Sumner-Eddyville-Miller Schools to read “The World Needs Who You Were Made to Be” by Joanna Gaines.

Gothenburg art offers students enrichment through one-day camps

Gothenburg art offers students enrichment through one-day camps

  • Ashley Mohler

The art department at Dudley Elementary in Gothenburg is offering students a chance to express themselves through a one-day art camp in June.

Four local 4-H'ers receive 4-H scholarships

Four local 4-H'ers receive 4-H scholarships

  • Jessica Kennedy

Recently, the Dawson County Extension Office released the recipients of 4-H scholarships. 

Gothenburg art offers students enrichment through one-day camps

Gothenburg art offers students enrichment through one-day camps

    The art department at Dudley Elementary in Gothenburg is offering students a chance to express themselves through a one-day art camp in June.

    Four local 4-H'ers receive 4-H scholarships

    Four local 4-H'ers receive 4-H scholarships

      Recently, the Dawson County Extension Office released the recipients of 4-H scholarships. 

      UNK degrees for Dawson County conferred at spring commencement

      UNK degrees for Dawson County conferred at spring commencement

        Graduate and undergraduate degrees were conferred for 739 spring graduates at University of Nebraska at Kearney commencement exercises Friday, May 8 at UNK’s Health and Sports Center.

        Lexington FFA grows futures and flowers

        Lexington FFA grows futures and flowers

          The Lexington FFA chapter is spreading their love of agriculture as well as raising funds for their future endeavors through a plant sale.

          199 students graduate from Lexington High School during Sunday ceremony

          199 students graduate from Lexington High School during Sunday ceremony

            Lexington High School held their graduation ceremony Sunday, May 3, in the high school gymnasium.

            33 Lexington High School students receive Nebraska Seal of Biliteracy award

            33 Lexington High School students receive Nebraska Seal of Biliteracy award

              The Nebraska Department of Education, in partnership with the Nebraska Seal of Biliteracy Advisory Committee, recently announced that 366 Nebraska Seals of Biliteracy have been awarded to 362 students during the April 2026 award cycle.

              WATCH: Nebraska high school students race custom, electric go-karts

              WATCH: Nebraska high school students race custom, electric go-karts

                Teams of high school students from across Nebraska raced their hand-built go-karts around the University of Nebraska-Lincoln's tractor testing track Saturday.

                CPS reformats after-school and preschool programs, raises tuition

                CPS reformats after-school and preschool programs, raises tuition

                Cozad Public Schools's Afterzone and preschool programs have experienced a ride in tuition due to reformatting and grant refusals.

                Learning Adventures Childcare plans culturally diverse summer curriculum

                Learning Adventures Childcare plans culturally diverse summer curriculum

                With only two months left in the school year, Learning Adventures Childcare is in full-blown planning mode for its summer program.

                Lexington Community Foundation announces Norall Scholarship winners

                Lexington Community Foundation announces Norall Scholarship winners

                LEXINGTON — The Lexington Community Foundation announced the Norall Scholarship Trust award winners for the 2026-2027 academic years March 30.

                10 Cozad High School students participate in Central Nebraska Science and Engineering Fair

                10 Cozad High School students participate in Central Nebraska Science and Engineering Fair

                KEARNEY — Cozad High School took 10 students to the Central Nebraska Science and Engineering Fair March 24 at the University of Nebraska at Kearney campus.

                Local student-athletes honored as NCPA Academic All-State winter athletes

                Local student-athletes honored as NCPA Academic All-State winter athletes

                The Nebraska School Activities Association announced the Nebraska Chiropractic Physicians Association Academic All-State winter awards March 25.

                Lexington students receive scholastic awards  from Chamber

                Lexington students receive scholastic awards from Chamber

                LEXINGTON — The Lexington Chamber of Commerce Business Education Committee recognized 14 Lexington students, grades sixth through 12th, with Scholastic Awards for the 2025-26 school year.

                Gothenburg student receives Nebraska Wheat Growers Association scholarship

                Gothenburg student receives Nebraska Wheat Growers Association scholarship

                A Gothenburg student is one of two who will receive a 2026 Nebraska Wheat Growers Association scholarship.

                Central Community College in Lexington offers workshops on mental health first aid

                LEXINGTON — Central Community College in Lexington is hosting two upcoming workshops on youth and adult mental health first aid.

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                Photos: People participate in the Ralston Independence Day Parade

                Photos: People participate in the Ralston Independence Day Parade

                City of Lexington hosts music, fireworks and food trucks ahead of Independence Day

                City of Lexington hosts music, fireworks and food trucks ahead of Independence Day

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                Watercolor painting workshop in the gardens
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                Watercolor painting workshop in the gardens

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                Adults explore watercolor painting with instructor Kameran Dostal at Yanney Park Botanical Gardens, creating plant-inspired artworks during July evening sessions.

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                4th of July celebration at Prairie View Gardens

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                Celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with a cookout, games, live music, and fireworks over the pond at Prairie View Gardens. RSVP by June 23 is requested.

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                4th of July BBQ at Brookestone Gardens
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                4th of July BBQ at Brookestone Gardens

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                Brookestone Gardens residents and loved ones are invited to an Independence Day barbecue on Thursday, July 2 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. RSVP by June 29.

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                Blue & gold volleyball camp individual skills 2026
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                Blue & gold volleyball camp individual skills 2026

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                Blue & Gold Volleyball Camp offers two-day individual skills training for grades 5–12, featuring position work, competitions and coaching led by veteran coach Squiers.

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                Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

                Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

                Long gone are the days where impulse buying meant grabbing an unplanned candy bar or magazine in the checkout line. Now, social media makes it quick and easy for us to purchase just about anything with the click of a button, whether or not it’s in the budget. And for some Americans, it’s hurting them...

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                Black Friday is fast approaching, and shoppers are gearing up. The National Retail Federation expects more than 183 million people to shop over the weekend spanning Thanksgiving to Cyber Monday this year. But fraudsters are preparing for Black Friday too, looking for opportunities to steal your money or personal information. Before you dive into holiday...

                Central Community College in Lexington offering classes

                LEXINGTON — Central Community College in Lexington is offering community education classes in March.

                Dawson County students attend annual college and career fair at Lexington High School

                Dawson County students attend annual college and career fair at Lexington High School

                LEXINGTON — Lexington High School hosted the annual Dawson Area College and Career Fair on Wednesday morning for sophomores and juniors.

                Lexington School Board must appoint new member after Reutlinger's death

                Lexington School Board must appoint new member after Reutlinger's death

                During the Lexington School Board meeting Monday, the board unanimously approved a motion to announce a board vacancy due to the death of incumbent Roger Reutlinger.

                Lexington School Board interviews 3 candidates for superintendent

                LEXINGTON — During a special meeting Wednesday, the Lexington School Board held three interviews with potential superintendents.

                DAR Bonneville Chapter offering award for citizenship knowledge

                The Bonneville Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution is offering an award for citizenship knowledge for all students in grades 6 through 12.

                Lexington School Board reelects board officers

                LEXINGTON — The Lexington School Board voted 5-0 to reelect Garth Mins as the board president Monday at their regular meeting.

                Central Community College offers workforce education opportunities

                Central Community College offers workforce education opportunities

                Basic welding training classes will be offered through Central Community College Jan. 21-April 22 at the Lexington High School welding lab.

                42 Lexington locals make UNK's fall Dean's List

                42 Lexington locals make UNK's fall Dean's List

                KEARNEY — The University of Nebraska at Kearney announced students who earned a place on the fall 2025 Dean's List.

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