Merna News

Larry and Karen Cox of Wellington announce the engagement of their daughter, Korrie Lynn Cox, to Joseph Spanel, son of Dale Spanel and the late Charlene Spanel of Anselmo, Neb.

The presses continue to roll at a Central Nebraska weekly newspaper after a fire interrupted production and caused heavy smoke damage throughout the building Wednesday.

But by the time fire fighters arrived little could be done to save the burning structure.

By ELLEN MORTENSEN Chief Managing Editor A Monday evening farm accident involving an ATV, claimed the life of an Anselmo man.

Communities like Ansley and Merna already gave the OK to alcohol service on Sundays.

High speed and a sharp curve combine to create a dangerous road in central Nebraska.

By DEBORAH McCASLIN Chief Publisher South on Highway 21 ... north on Highway 21 ... east on Highway 2 ... north on 70 ... under a pivot, through a cornfield, a hay field, an alfalfa field, a pasture with fresh ...

Ever try to catch a fire fly in mid-flight? That's sort of what it's like to put your pads on Anselmo-Merna's super quick Stephan Rush , the aptly named running back who led Class D1 in rushing during the 2007 ...

By ELLEN MORTENSEN Chief Managing Editor It took less than two hours Tuesday night for the ballots to be counted and results announced. via Custer County Chief

'Cozad High School students enjoyed the 2008 Prom under the theme "Minuit a Paris." An Eiffel Tower, the Arch of Triumph and a sidewalk cafe were among the decorations which focused on the colors of burgundy, ... via Gothenburg Times

Two school board elections have drawn much attention from patrons and will require run-offs in the May 13 primary. via Custer County Chief

“But we don't have anything to substantiate that.”

By ELLEN MORTENSEN Chief Managing Editor It is that time of year - when sneezes, sniffles and coughs tend to fill the air just about everywhere we go. via Custer County Chief

“I was involved with the Grim Reaper program at the Anselmo-Merna school a few years ago”

Photo by Michelle Zlomke A Broken Bow High School student is escorted back to class by Nebraska State Patrol Sargaent Bob Rose, left, and Custer County Sheriff's Office Sargaent Dan Osmond. via Custer County Chief

“Somebody told me, 'Santos, something needs fixed in the gym,'”

By MICHELLE ZLOMKE Chief features editor MERNA -- Two decades after Ronald Reagan's immigration amnesty act, a benefactor of that legislation has become an American citizen. via Custer County Chief

“Competition can improve service”

ANSLEY U.S. Cellular President and CEO John Rooney visited Ansley Monday to celebrate the construction of a new cell tower near town and ask for support to continue universal service found under its current ... via Grand Island Independent

“I just felt the school board and administration should be held to those same expectations.”

ELLEN MORTENSEN Chief managing editor Anselmo/Merna school RIFs teachers Teacher requests formal hearing and loses Teacher files appeal and wins MERNA-- A case that began last April has finally come to a ... via Custer County Chief

Hub photo by Rick Tucker Cozad running back Jason Luong is the leading rusher in the Hub Territory. via Kearney Hub

“It started out just as salads”

Cathy and Jim Thompson of Milburn and Jeannine and Tom Gasseling of Hemingford are proud to announce the engagement and upcoming wedding of their children, Michaela Thompson and Matthew Gasseling. via The Evening Leader

Stopped on fourth down at the 18 yard line with 11 2 minutes left in the game, the Warriors lost to Anselmo-Merna 36-31 Thursday night in Merna. via Kearney Hub

“I've got no place to put them”

By MICHELLE ZLOMKE Chief features editor ARNOLD -- The fire that destroyed several buildings at Harland White's residence Friday also took the lives of most his son's rare and exotic birds. via Custer County Chief