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Cedar County News · Stanton, NE

Wildcats end football season in quarterfinals

STANTON — The Hartington-Newcastle Wildcats’ magical football season came to an abrupt halt Nov. 6 when the ‘Cats traveled to Stanton to take on the unbeaten Mustangs in the Nebraska D1 Football Playoffs. After the exciting 62-57 win in the opening round last week over Centura, this one was a “no doubter” as Stanton scored just over a minute into the game, wound up the continuous clock to open the second half and held a 42-0 advantage before Hartington-Newcastle found the end zone in the third quarter. “Stanton was a physical and fast football team that didn’t make mistakes and played very well,” said Hartingon- Newcastle coach Rusty Fuller. “We couldn’t capitalize on our big plays and that hurt us down the stretch.” Jason Heimes capped off a Wildcat drive with 4:27 left in the third frame on a blast for six from two yards out to account for the HNS points for the evening. As one would expect, the Mustangs also dominated the contest statistically.

norfolkneradio.com · Madison, NE

Nearby: Madison, NE

Madison County has 58% voter turnout for 2026 general election

Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save A total of 12,330 ballots were cast in Madison County in Nebraska’s 2026 general election. That number equates to 58.2% of registered voters in the county, which nearly aligned with the Nebraska Secretary of State Office’s report of 59% voter turnout across the state This year’s general election voter turnout also topped Madison County’s 54.3% turnout in the 2022 midterms. More from this section Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Recommended for you Cancellations / Delays Latest News One person killed, three injured in two vehicle accident in Stanton County Pillen to continue to push for property tax relief in Nebraska What's ahead in the U.S. farmland market?

The Norfolk Daily News · Madison, NE

Nearby: Madison, NE

Madison County has 58% voter turnout for 2026 general election

MADISON — A total of 12,330 ballots were cast in Madison County in Nebraska’s 2026 general election. That number equates to 58.2% of registered voters in the county, which nearly aligned with the Nebraska Secretary of State Office’s report of 59% voter turnout across the state. Anne Pruss, Madison County clerk and election commissioner, had initially anticipated a turnout in the county of roughly 45%-47%. This year’s general election voter turnout also topped Madison County’s 54.3% turnout in the 2022 midterms. “I am ecstatic on this because people did get out to vote,” Pruss said. “And it goes to show for voters that if you do not like what people are doing for you, the only way you can resolve this is by voting or expressing your concerns.” More than 9,400 Madison County residents voted on Election Day. The clerk’s office had sent out around 2,900 mail-in ballots, and 2,863 were returned.

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.

Duluth News Tribune · Wayne, NE

Nearby: Wayne, NE

Bulldogs report: UMD knocks out Concordia in NSIC semis

The postseason path for UMD volleyball got significantly brighter on Friday, in part due to the Bulldogs’ 3-1 (25-17, 19-25, 25-10, 25-16) NSIC tournament semifinal victory over Concordia-St. Paul on Friday night in Wayne, Nebraska. Before the No. 23-ranked Bulldogs played No. 10 CSP, No. 14 St. Cloud State ousted hosts and national No. 2 Wayne State in five sets, setting up a dogfight in Nebraska on Saturday for the conference championship and automatic NCAA bid. The second semi between No. 2-seeded CSP and No. 6 seed UMD had some wild swings, UMD hitting .286 and -minus .026 in the first two sets. However, it was UMD that stabilized, dominating the third set by hitting .308 and allowing the powerhouse Golden Bears just three kills. UMD’s offense was even better, .333, in the fourth and more than enough to cancel out CSP’s improvement. Paige Decker had her second standout performance in as many rounds, finishing with 15 kills and getting a hand in seven blocks.

Cedar County News · Wayne, NE

Nearby: Wayne, NE

Willa Cather exhibit at Wayne State College to close soon

WAYNE – A traveling exhibit on Willa Cather is in its final days at Wayne State College’s U.S. Conn Library. “Here at Last Is an American Novel: Willa Cather’s My Ántonia,” is a traveling exhibit exploring the inspirations, creation, and enduring legacy of one of Nebraska’s most celebrated literary works. The exhibit through Nov. 15 on Conn Library’s main floor. Library hours are Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to midnight; Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Cuming County News · West Point, NE

Nearby: West Point, NE

West Point voters reject sales tax for economic development

On the same day that West Point’s City Council awarded $50,000 in LB840 funds to help a new business get started, West Point voters rejected the continuation of a local sales tax that would have kept in place an economic development tool the city has used for 14 years. Although the ballot language was required to say voters were deciding if an “additional tax” should be collected, the vote was actually to determine the fate of an existing sales tax. As was noted in the Sept. 25 issue of the Cuming County News, passage of the ballot issue would have allowed the city to continue to collect its existing half-cent sales tax. Revenue generated by that tax would have continued to be split 50-50, half to economic development efforts and half for capital improvements, including park and recreation facility improvements. After the votes were counted last Tuesday, the result was “no” to extending the tax but “yes” to continuing the economic development program.

Cedar County News · Belden, NE

Nearby: Belden, NE

1921: Gun-toting robbers hit Fordyce State Bank

Nov. 16, 1916 BELDEN — Ferdinand Hirschman, 17 year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. John Hirschman of near Belden, was run down by a speeding auto and suffered a broken leg and other serious injuries. The accident happened Sunday morning as he was walking along the country road toward Belden. Hearing an auto approaching, he stepped to one side of the road to let it pass;. Another auto came up behind and in endeavoring to pass the first auto, knocked young Hirschman down, crushing him beneath the wheels. He was removed to his home where he is expected to be laid up for quite some time. Nov. 16, 1916 HARTINGTON — The mercury dropped to one below zero early Tuesday morning, and shattered all records for cold weather so early in the season in the history of the local weather bureau. Nov.

Columbus Telegram · Schuyler, NE

Nearby: Schuyler, NE

'CARE ENOUGH TO START'

Helping her community thrive isn't about being recognized, Nina Lanuza said Nov. 10 at the Service to Mankind Award presentation at St. Augustine's Parish Center in Schuyler. It's just something she believes people do.

Columbus Telegram · Columbus, NE

Nearby: Columbus, NE

'Colors of Music' on display

Impact Nebraska Artists presents Colors of Music now through Nov. 30 at the Columbus Art Gallery, located on the second floor of the Columbus Community Building at 2500 14th St.

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.