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UNMC Congratulates More Than One Thousand Graduates

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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)

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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

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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.

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

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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.

Brady School Students Launch Into Summer

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Brady School Students Launch Into Summer

Alisa Mullen

Wednesday, June 10, 2026

Students at Brady Public Schools are spending the first part of their summer vacation exploring the universe through a space-themed educational camp designed to engage young minds with hands-on activities that blend reading, math, science, art and creativity.

Don’t Believe Everything You Read Online About Gardening

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Don’t Believe Everything You Read Online About Gardening

Unl Extension

Wednesday, June 10, 2026

There is no doubt that interest in gardening and landscaping has grown over the past several years. Along with that increase has come a flood of gardening advice online. Years ago, gardeners often relied on trusted books, local experts, or Extension resources for answers.

The World’s Best Zoo, Right in Our Home State

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The World’s Best Zoo, Right in Our Home State

News Staff

Wednesday, June 10, 2026

There was an article in National Geographic that talked about zoos and asked the question, “Are they ethical?” Zoos have come a long way from their beginnings and they are far nicer now than just 50 years ago. Here in Nebraska, we have one of, if not the best, zoo in the U.S. and the world.

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Nebraska Extension to Host Stocker/Yearling Tour

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Wednesday, June 10, 2026

Nebraska Extension will host its annual Summer Stocker/Yearling Tour on June 23 near Broken Bow, offering cattle producers an opportunity to learn from Nebraska operations managing through ongoing drought conditions and explore current research and management strategies for stocker and yearling...

Special Patriotic Tribute Tour Coming to North Platte

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Special Patriotic Tribute Tour Coming to North Platte

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Wednesday, June 10, 2026

The Patriot Thunder and America’s Wall of Honor tour will make a stop in North Platte June 14–17 at the D & N Event Center. Patriot Thunder’s nationwide 50-state tour honoring America’s military service members, veterans, first responders, and the upcoming 250th Birthday of the United States.

Celebrating German Heritage This Weekend in Eustis

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Celebrating German Heritage This Weekend in Eustis

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Wednesday, June 10, 2026

The community of Eustis will come alive this weekend for the 47th annual Wurst Tag festival. It all begins on Friday, June 12, with the Wurst Rally, with registration starting at 4:30 p.m. at The Darn Small Pub.Saturday events begin early, with an FFA breakfast getting underway at 7 a.m.

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