“I wanted to be in the medical profession, but couldn’t handle losing a patient; without that mortality side, I did want to get people out of pain, and it would break my heart to make life altering decisions. I get to help them by being a dentist - 90 percent of the time, that same day - which is fantastic!”

The Lady Badgers traveled to Ogallala Tuesday, October 1, 2024 for a round of Southwest Conference Golf. They placed fourth out of eight teams, “With an impressive 405,” said Coach Devin Muirhead.

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September was the third driest on record, according to NOAA Weather, with a total of .09 inches of rain, 1.63 inches below normal. There were 14 days of over 90 degrees which is nine days above normal. On top of that, there were the winds...and the windiest was 55 mph September 12. What does this have to do with the fire Thursday, October 3? There wasn’t any more moisture in October, and everything is just plain dried out.

Valentine – Friday, November 1, 2024, explore the sky and the critters that flutter through the night!! Join the Niobrara National Scenic River and Nebraska Game and Parks Commission staff and volunteers at the Boardman Creek Campground located at Merritt Reservoir State Recreation Area.

Come join us for a fun filled evening as the Valentine Area Arts Council brings in Fantastick Patrick. The performance is Sunday, October 13, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. at the Valentine High School Auditorium. This event is free to the public. A free-will donation will be taken at the door.