January 2026

Passing buses draws concern

4 months ago By Deputy Brent A. Beekman

The Sheriff’s Office has received several complaints this school season of persons passing a school bus when the flashing stop arm and red lights are flashing. This applies to school busses loading and unloading at St.

Green Dot training offered by BCHC

4 months ago By News Staff

Boone County Health Center (BCHC) will host its first Green Dot Bystander Intervention Training on Thursday, January 22, 2026, from 12:00 to 3:00 p.m. at Boone County Health Center.

“All Right Guy” speaks at school

4 months ago By News Staff

Newman Grove Public Schools hosted a special guest speaker before the Christmas break, Travis Pieper, the “All Right” Guy talked to the student body and staff about resilience, attitude and character, among other topics.

Lady Panthers have rough go at holiday tournament

4 months ago By News Staff

The Newman Grove/St. Edward Lady Panther basketball team took to the court on December 29 and 30 in Creighton for a holiday tournament.

Committee, council working over parks

4 months ago By News Staff

In February, 2024 a Community Opinion survey was done with residents of the St. Edward Community.

Cardinals split 2-1 over holiday break

4 months ago By Darren Wright

Wins over Broken Bow, St. Paul lead into New Year...

Lady Cards win three straight to start New Year

4 months ago By Darren Wright

Boone Central hosted the Boone Central Holiday Tourney on December 30th & 31st last week and they did not disappoint. Faced with a good Adams Central team (3-3) in the first round, the Cardinals took care of business and secured the victory, thanks in large part to the terrific play of Miranda McGill and Myah Rankin.

Boone Central picks up second at local tourney

4 months ago By News Staff

The Boone Central Cardinal boys’ wrestling team made a short trip to Newman Grove for the 2026 holiday wrestling tournament on December 30, picking up a runner-up title for their efforts. “Team wrestled well in Newman Grove,” said Coach Josh Majerus.

Dr. Kramer honored by Bryan College

4 months ago By News Staff

Dr. Nicole Kramer, at Boone County Health Center, was recently honored with the Early Career Alumni Award from Bryan College of Health Sciences.

Dr. Kramer with her husband Kyle and parents John and Tracy permitting. Beckman following her Early Career Alumni Award recognition.

Confirmed measels prompts vaccine clinics

4 months ago By From The Ncdhd

Four confirmed measles cases in Platte County have been reported to the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, all of which are limited to a single household, with two cases currently active. Thus far, no community spread has been identified. Due to privacy, no further information will be provided.