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Burt County Independent · Walthill, NE

Nearby: Walthill, NE

John Kruse obit

John Kruse, of Walthill, passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of Oct. 24, 2026, at Oakland Heights and Assisted Living Care Center. Born on July 26, 1926, in Walthill, at what is now The Susan La Flesche Picotte Center, John Kruse has led a life marked by commitment to family, community, and country. The son of Richard John Kruse and Ethel (Wallerstedt) Kruse, John’s early years were spent in the heartland of Nebraska, where he cultivated a deep appreciation for the land and its bounties. He was preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Ethel Kruse; his older sister, Marjorie Daugherty; his older brother Richard (Dick) Kruse; his younger brother, Paul Kruse; and stepson, Tommy Jones. John’s educational journey began at Walthill Public School, continuing in Omaha after his family’s move. A proud graduate of Central High School in 1944, John was a natural leader, serving as an ROTC Cadet Leader.

Daily Republic · Vermillion, SD

Nearby: Vermillion, SD

One more to go: Freeman eyes historic standalone Class 9A state title against Bennett County

FREEMAN, S.D. — One more game stands between the Freeman Flyers and another state championship, but this one would carry an even greater meaning for a program looking to bring a standalone title back to its community for the first time in 27 years. The top-seeded and undefeated Flyers will take their 23-game winning streak, dating back to last year, into Thursday's Class 9A state championship against Bennett County at 1 p.m. at the DakotaDome in Vermillion. Freeman has been dominant throughout the season, building on last year's championship experience and positioning itself to capture back-to-back state titles. The Flyers are looking to accomplish something that hasn't been done by a Freeman team in nearly three decades. After competing as a Freeman/Marion/Freeman Academy co-op in last year’s title run, the program has continued its winning ways despite losing key players and navigating the change.

Daily Republic · Vermillion, SD

Nearby: Vermillion, SD

Platte-Geddes gets another shot at Parkston with Class 9AA state title on the line

PLATTE, S.D. — The opportunity to finish the season with a state championship is something every high school football team works toward, but for Platte-Geddes, Thursday night presents an opportunity to do something even more special. Avenge its only loss of the season against the team standing between them and a title. The Black Panthers will take on top-seeded and undefeated Parkston in the Class 9AA state championship game at 7:30 p.m. Thursday at the DakotaDome in Vermillion, capping off the nine-man divisions' slate of title games. P-G enters the matchup with a chance to capture its third state title in seven seasons, but they will have to get through a familiar opponent that has proven to be one of the state's premier nine-man programs. “It's always special when you get to play in this game,” Platte-Geddes head coach Bruce Hanson said. “Our coaching staff has been fortunate enough to do it a few times, and the kids enjoy it. That's the goal going into the year.

Cedar County News · Wayne, NE

Nearby: Wayne, NE

Willa Cather exhibit at Wayne State College to close soon

News WAYNE – A traveling exhibit on Willa Cather is in its final days at Wayne State College’s U.S. Conn Library. Make It Free PLEASE LOG IN FOR PREMIUM CONTENT. Our website requires visitors to log in to view the best local news. Not yet a subscriber? Subscribe today! Sign in Purchase a subscription Upload date: 11/10/2026 06:00 PM Views: 89 Read Cedar County News e-Edition Read Laurel Advocate e-Edition Read The Randolph times e-Edition Facebook Cedar County News Facebook Download our app! App Download Buttons Sign up to our Weekly Newsletter Click here to sign up!

Brainerd Dispatch · Orange City, IA

Nearby: Orange City, IA

Athletics: 5 Warriors to continue athletic careers

BRAINERD — Brainerd High School celebrated Ladies Day Wednesday, Nov. 11. Six Brainerd Warrior girls signed their NCAA National Letters of Intent to play college athletics. Margaux Czech signed to play lacrosse at McKendree University in Illinois. Aralyn Marcelo will swim at the University of Sioux Falls. Jaycee Carlson will play softball at Minnesota State University Moorhead. Addison Bjorkland signed to play basketball at the University of North Dakota. Piper Grillo and Ellen Germundson are headed to Northern Michigan University. Grillo will compete on the women’s Alpine ski team, while Germundson is headed east to play lacrosse. Pierz senior Whitney LeBlanc signed her letter at Pierz High School Wednesday to play women’s golf at St. Cloud State University. She is the daughter of Randy and Jessica LeBlanc. Pequot Lakes’ Tollef Birkeland signed his letter to play basketball for the Northwestern Raiders in Orange City, Iowa. Oehrlein The No.

Daily Republic · Orange City, IA

Nearby: Orange City, IA

DWU volleyball falls in GPAC tourney semifinals at Morningside

SIOUX CITY, Iowa — Third-seeded Morningside edged No. 7 Dakota Wesleyan in each of the three sets on Wednesday night and clinched a spot in the Great Plains Athletic Conference tournament championship with a semifinal victory at the Rosen Verdoorn Sports Center. Set scores were 25-20, 25-22 and 25-23. DWU (19-11) will await its national tournament fate on Monday, Nov. 16, when the 48-team NAIA field will be announced. Morningside (25-6) advances play No. 1-seeded Northwestern (29-1) in the GPAC championship on Saturday, Nov. 14 in Orange City, Iowa. If selected, it will be DWU's fifth all-time national tournament appearance and the fourth in the last six seasons. Morningside finished with a 48-43 edge in kills and hit .254 for the match, while DWU was hitting .197. DWU finished with a 9-5 lead in total blocks. In the first set, Morningside used a 7-1 stretch to take control and land the first salvo in the contest.

Daily Republic · Sioux Center, IA

Nearby: Sioux Center, IA

DWU men's soccer falls short of GPAC title after Dordt wins on golden goal

SIOUX CENTER, Iowa — Dakota Wesleyan University men's soccer's quest for its first Great Plains Athletic Conference championship ran short on Tuesday night, as Dordt downed the Tigers 2-1 with a golden goal in overtime. With the win, No. 2-seeded Dordt (13-5-3) — which was picked eighth in the preseason GPAC coaches poll — will go to the NAIA men's soccer tournament for the first time with the conference's sole automatic bid. DWU, which was seeded fourth in the GPAC tournament and won the quarterfinal and semifinal matches in penalty kicks, finishes the season with a record of 9-6-2.

Cuming County News · Wisner, NE

Nearby: Wisner, NE

Local mayors excited to serve communities

As of November 4, Cuming County saw 1,198 votes cast for the mayoral candidates in Wisner and West Point. Wisner incumbent Terry L. Soden received 313 total votes with 262 cast on election day and 51 received from early voting. Challenger Jay Meyer received 121 total votes with 111 cast on election day and 10 received from early voting. Soden said he is proud to be part of Wisner and is thankful for the continued support. “I would like to thank the citizens of Wisner for their support for the re-election bid as mayor,” he added. “I think we have one of the best communities for our size anywhere in the state of Nebraska. We have great workers that help to support and maintain our community. We have foundations that are willing to help with grants or achieve our goals for parks and recreation. We have a lot to be thankful for in our community.” In West Point, two write-ins were listed on the ballot. Alexander J.