With temperatures climbing into the 90s this week the splash pad and swimming pool have become very popular destinations for kids and adults alike in Gothenburg. Both are part of the outstanding city parks system in the community. (Leader photo by Ellen Mortensen)
Beauty and Recreation Abound in Our Parks
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
Ball fields, arboretum, playgrounds, splash pad, and the lake are all areas synonymous with Gothenburg’s parks. What many people may be surprised to learn is that our City Parks Department maintains more than 100 acres, some of which no one even notices.News
Field day participants view TAPS plots in a field at the West Central Research, Extension and Education Center. (UNL Extension photo)
UNL TAPS Program to Host Field Day in North Platte
Unl Extension Press Release
The University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s Testing Ag Performance Solutions (TAPS) program will host a...
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
Nebraska’s Contentious Contemporary Sculpture Project - 50 Years Later
Alisa Mullen
As America celebrates her 250th birthday this week, another unique milestone is being remembered,...
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
Gothenburg Health staff practices new stroke protocol during a mock drill. (Photo courtesy Gothenburg Health)
Gothenburg Health, EMS Partner For Mock Stroke Drill
News Staff
Gothenburg Health and local emergency responders worked together in June to practice how they...
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
Sports
Local Pool Team Qualifies for Vegas Championship
Press Release
“211 Shooters” out of Bar W in Gothenburg will advance to the American Poolplayers Association...
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
Team GO Swims Well at Cozad and Oxford Meets
Ellen Mortensen
The Gothenburg swim team competed in a meet in Cozad on Saturday, June 13, along with the host...
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
Third baseman William McVay and pitcher Evan Geiser (who tagged the runner) caught an Alma player in a pickle in last Friday’s game at Alma. (Photo courtesy Kim Johnson)
Big Bats, Good Pitching, Victorious Weekend For Junior Melons
Ethan Olsen
The Gothenburg Junior Melons played three games this past weekend, including a game against Alma...
Wednesday, July 1, 2026