News

Alt Text for Image

Alt Text for Image

Exclusive Subscriber Content

SCHEDULE:

News Staff
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
The Gothenburg Senior Center will host a Community Meal fundraiser on Tuesday, June 23, at the center located at 410 20th Street in Gothenburg. The meal includes a pulled pork sandwich, macaroni salad, green salad, pickle, peaches, and dessert, all for just $10.
The Good Life: What We Have Is Priceless

The Good Life: What We Have Is Priceless

Exclusive Subscriber Content

The Good Life: What We Have Is Priceless

News Staff
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Many people in our area contributed to the Cattlemen’s Ball this past weekend. It was an honor for Cozad to host an event of this size. Even more remarkable was the way people from across Dawson County and the state came together to support such an important cause: cancer research and prevention.
Passage of LB 525 Celebrated in Gothenburg

Passage of LB 525 Celebrated in Gothenburg

Exclusive Subscriber Content

Passage of LB 525 Celebrated in Gothenburg

News Staff
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
A large machine shed on the property of Scott and Patti McPheeters south of Gothenburg, was the site of a special gathering on Saturday, June 6, as state dignitaries joined local farmers and ranchers in celebrating the passage of a very important bill that will benefit all Nebraska ag producers.

Exclusive Subscriber Content

Matthew Olsen Earns Prestigious Recognition

Press Release
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Edward Jones financial advisor Matthew Olsen of Gothenburg was named among the 2026 Best-in-State Wealth Advisors in Nebraska by Forbes|SHOOK in 2026. This is his second time being named to this prestigious ranking.Olsen has served area investors for the past 15 years.
Pony Express Re-Ride Coming to Midway June 17

Pony Express Re-Ride Coming to Midway June 17

Exclusive Subscriber Content

Pony Express Re-Ride Coming to Midway June 17

News Staff
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
The annual Pony Express Re-Ride will traverse Nebraska June 16–18, highlighting the state’s central role in one of the most legendary communication networks in American history.

Exclusive Subscriber Content

Children’s Summer Food Program Now Open

News Staff
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
The Summer Food Service Program is once again offering free meals to children in the community. Throughout the months of June and July, free meals are available to all children in Gothenburg ages one to 18.

Exclusive Subscriber Content

UNMC Congratulates More Than One Thousand Graduates

News Staff
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Diplomas and certificates were conferred on more than 1,000 University of Nebraska Medical Center students during ceremonies held May 7 in Lincoln, Norfolk and Kearney and May 9 in Omaha and Scottsbluff. The following is a list of area graduates.
Kaylee Olsen of Gothenburg, pictured front center, was selected to perform with the Nebraska Theatre Academy in May in Omaha. (Photos courtesy Lori Long)

Kaylee Olsen of Gothenburg, pictured front center, was selected to perform with the Nebraska Theatre Academy in May in Omaha. (Photos courtesy Lori Long)

Exclusive Subscriber Content

Local Thespian Performs in Nebraska Theatre Academy Showcase

Alisa Mullen
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
A 2026 Gothenburg graduate recently got a taste of Broadway, spending a week completely immersed in rehearsals, choreography, and mentorship with nationally recognized coaches and performers, all culminating in a grand performance with more than 500 fellow actors at Omaha’s Orpheum Theatre on...
Gothenburg Health Named One of 2026 Best Places to Work in Healthcare

Gothenburg Health Named One of 2026 Best Places to Work in Healthcare

Exclusive Subscriber Content

Gothenburg Health Named One of 2026 Best Places to Work in Healthcare

News Staff
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Gothenburg Health has been selected by Modern Healthcare as one of the 2026 Best Places to Work in Healthcare. The complete list of this year’s winners, in alphabetical order, is available at ModernHealthcare. com/bestplaceslist.
While it may look as though this is a stage malfunction, which it was in the play being portrayed, actors Carter Kincheloe and Jesse Kincheloe were perfectly safe in this scene...well, almost.

While it may look as though this is a stage malfunction, which it was in the play being portrayed, actors Carter Kincheloe and Jesse Kincheloe were perfectly safe in this scene...well, almost.

Exclusive Subscriber Content

‘The Play That Goes Wrong’ Sure Got it Right!

News Staff
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Last weekend the Gothenburg Community Playhouse put on a production entitled “The Play That Goes Wrong”, a very humorous play about a haphazard community play. Kevin Savoie made his directorial debut for the production.
Subscribe to