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Jennifer Larson and Seth Sterba of North Platte announce the birth of a daughter on July 15, 2026, at Gothenburg Health. Violet Storm Larson was born at 3:20 a.m. weighing 7 pounds 2.5 ounces and measuring 20 inches in length.

Jennifer Larson and Seth Sterba of North Platte announce the birth of a daughter on July 15, 2026, at Gothenburg Health. Violet Storm Larson was born at 3:20 a.m. weighing 7 pounds 2.5 ounces and measuring 20 inches in length.

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Birth

News Staff
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
Jennifer Larson and Seth Sterba of North Platte announce the birth of a daughter on July 15, 2026, at Gothenburg Health. Violet Storm Larson was born at 3:20 a.m. weighing 7 pounds 2.5 ounces and measuring 20 inches in length.

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Crossroads Cafe At Gothenburg Health

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Wednesday, August 5, 2026
Breakfast Served Daily 7-9 am Scrambled Eggs, Sausage/Bacon, Biscuit or Toast, Gravy, Oatmeal, Fresh Fruit/Parfait, Cold Cereal, Hard Boiled Eggs, Breakfast BurritoMonday, Aug.

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Senior Center Menu

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Wednesday, August 5, 2026
410 20th Street Phone: (308) 537-7465 Monday, Aug. 10:Fried Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, Baked Cabbage, Watermelon, Biscuit, DessertTuesday, Aug. 11:Beef Stroganoff, Boiled Potatoes, 3-Bean Salad, PearsWednesday, Aug. 12:Swedish Meatballs, Brussel Sprouts, Broccoli, Grapes Thursday, Aug.

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Nuxoll Earns Dementia Certification

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Wednesday, August 5, 2026
It is estimated that more than half a million Americans develop dementia each year*. By 2060, that number is expected to double, reaching more than one million new cases annually*.
Miranda and Mark Reiman both attended Agriculture Future of America Leaders Conference during their college years, and are now being recognized among the honored alumni of the program for its 30th anniversary. (Courtesy photo)

Miranda and Mark Reiman both attended Agriculture Future of America Leaders Conference during their college years, and are now being recognized among the honored alumni of the program for its 30th anniversary. (Courtesy photo)

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Reimans Recognized in AFA Alumni Campaign

Press Release
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
Agriculture Future of America recognizes Mark and Miranda Reiman as one of 30 alumni featured in its Celebrating 30 Voices campaign, a special initiative honoring AFA’s 30th anniversary and the alumni making an impact across the agriculture industry.
Theresa Holley explains the grave of her great-grandparents, John and Alma Jobman, to her grandson Mason Howard. Theresa now lives in the home that John’s father built 120 years ago, and Mason is the sixth generation to live on the farm. (Leader photo by Ellen Mortensen)

Theresa Holley explains the grave of her great-grandparents, John and Alma Jobman, to her grandson Mason Howard. Theresa now lives in the home that John’s father built 120 years ago, and Mason is the sixth generation to live on the farm. (Leader photo by Ellen Mortensen)

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Early Settlers: Maintaining The Family Farm

Ellen Mortensen
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
Part 4 of a SeriesEditor’s Note: As we continue our series exploring some of our community's oldest surrounding cemeteries, this week we land back at Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church Cemetery.
Marie Foster spearheaded the development of the youth theatrical group from several communities, and will serve as producer of next week’s show.

Marie Foster spearheaded the development of the youth theatrical group from several communities, and will serve as producer of next week’s show.

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Area Youth Bring Musical to Sun Theatre Stage

Ellen Mortensen
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Marie Foster says that about two years ago, she began thinking about ways to bring young people together and build community. That eventually turned into the idea of doing a play at the Sun Theatre.
The Facts Behind My Favorite Candy...Licorice

The Facts Behind My Favorite Candy...Licorice

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The Facts Behind My Favorite Candy...Licorice

News Staff
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
I grew up eating Snickers, Butterfingers, and Baby Ruth’s, but my favorite of all candies was licorice.I would fantasize about growing up, becoming a multi-millionaire, and buying a licorice factory.
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