Special Events

The third annual Nebraska Junior High (5-8 grade) State Finals Rodeo was held over the weekend at the Boone County Agriculture and Education Center and Niewohner Arena. More than 90 contestants from 55 different came to the community on May 7-8 to show their talents, including: Girls events: Pole Bending, Breakaway, Goat Tying, Barrel Racing, Boys events: Chute Dogging, Breakaway, Tie Down Roping, Goat Tying, Bull/Steer Riding, Bareback Steer Riding, Saddle Bronc Steer Riding, Boys/Girls events: Team Roping, Ribbon Roping.

Students from 27 area schools participated in the 2026 Nate Metschke Memorial Honor Band hosted by Neligh-Oakdale. Three ensembles rehearsed throughout the day, enjoyed beautiful weather, ate a pizza and apple lunch, and performed a 4:30 p.m.

Pictured with Fr. Matthew Gutowski, pastor, are the six communicants who celebrated their First Holy Communion during the 8 a.m. Mass at St. Edward Catholic Church on Sunday, April 19, 2026. From left: Brooks Hassebrook, Tanner Johnson, Argenis Gallardo, Charlie Hassebrook Brynlee Sindelar and Lauren Osantowski. Argenis Gallardo was also confirmed during the Mass. Annette Micek was the children’s PRE teacher that prepared them for this special day.

Free Fishing and Park Entry Day in Nebraska will be May 16. Enjoy a Saturday of fishing or state park activities without the need to purchase a fishing or Nebraska Vehicle Park Entry Permit for the day.