Pictured is the Elias Wahl family in the late 1890s. Seated are Elias and Clara Wahl; standing behind their parents, from left, are Sophie, Dora, Edward, and Mary. (Photo courtesy Gothenburg Historical Society)

Pictured is the Elias Wahl family in the late 1890s. Seated are Elias and Clara Wahl; standing behind their parents, from left, are Sophie, Dora, Edward, and Mary. (Photo courtesy Gothenburg Historical Society)

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Early Settlers: From Sweden to The Nebraska Prairie

Ellen Mortensen
Thursday, July 9, 2026
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Gothenburg Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors gathered on the new short course at Wild Horse Golf Club on July 1 for a ribbon-cutting and to help celebrate the recently completed additions and renovations. A new expanded dining room, outdoor patio, pro shop, and stay-and-play cabin are just some of the new features besides The Pony. (Photo courtesy Rebecca Jacobsen)

Gothenburg Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors gathered on the new short course at Wild Horse Golf Club on July 1 for a ribbon-cutting and to help celebrate the recently completed additions and renovations. A new expanded dining room, outdoor patio, pro shop, and stay-and-play cabin are just some of the new features besides The Pony. (Photo courtesy Rebecca Jacobsen)

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Wild Horse Unveils The Pony

Thursday, July 9, 2026

Consistently ranked as one of the top courses in the nation, Wild Horse Golf Club in Gothenburg already has an outstanding reputation for its course and facilities. Now those facilities are even bigger and better.
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Thursday, July 9, 2026
The Gothenburg Senior Center will host a fundraiser pulled pork meal on Tuesday, July 28.

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Thursday, July 9, 2026
vents: July 9 - Story Hour @ Brady Learning Center, 12:30-1:30 p.m.
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Gunnar Thompson gave the ball a ride, as he jumped on the perfect pitch for a 3-run home run against Lexington on July 1, to help secure the win for the Melons and a spot in the League Championship.

Gunnar Thompson gave the ball a ride, as he jumped on the perfect pitch for a 3-run home run against Lexington on July 1, to help secure the win for the Melons and a spot in the League Championship.

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Melons Fall Just Short in League Championship

Ethan Olsen
Thursday, July 9, 2026
The Gothenburg Junior Melons played three games during this last week, including a double-header vs...
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