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There’s something special about the moment just before the music starts - the quiet hum of anticipation, bouquets clutched tightly in proud hands, and a stage waiting to come alive. On Saturday, that moment gave way to something unforgettable as Heart City Dance presented its 15th annual recital.

Valentine, Nebraska — Area residents are invited to jump‑start the summer on Saturday, May 23, by joining a community river and road cleanup in celebration of the 35th anniversary of the Niobrara National Scenic River.

Jarek Erickson, son of JR Erickson, and Angie and Aaron Anderson; grandparents, Tracy and Kay Hand, and Helen Erickson was selected by Nebpreps as the Class D2 Player of the year. As a member of the Wolfpack basketball team, he helped lead the team to the Class D2 State Basketball Tournament two seasons in a row.

LINCOLN, NE ~ April 9, 2026 – The Nebraska State Historical Society Foundation (NSHSF) is introducing a more connected, interactive way to explore the state with the launch of a new WanderNebraska mobile app, and a first-of-its-kind collaboration with Nebraska Game and Parks’ Trail Trek program for 2026.

John Foster, the son of Larry and Elizabeth Foster of Kansas City, has achieved the highest honor in Scouting America, the rank of Eagle Scout. Every Eagle Scout must earn at least 21 merit badges and demonstrate professional leadership skills, as well as orchestrating and completing an Eagle Project.

Registration is open for Crofton’s Dam Race set for July 25 at Lewis and Clark State Recreation Area. Now in its ninth year, the race continues to blend small-town charm and new traditions, while benefiting the development of a walk-bike trail at the recreation area just north of Crofton.

TheAmericanLegionPost90 2026 baseball teams will attempt a tall task of playing over 50 innings of baseball on Sunday afternoon May 17 starting at 3:00 p.m., at Legion Field located in Veterans Memorial Ballpark in Valentine.

Each year, two high school girls and boys from each of the Nebraska American Legion’s 14 districts are chosen to participate in the Junior Law Cadet Program. The boys meet June 22-23 and the girls June 24-25 at the Nebraska State Patrol Training academy in grand Island.

On April 17 the Sons of the American Legion, Squadron 90, sponsored their annual hamburger and hot dog feed at the Vets Club in Valentine. A nice crowd of over 130, feasted on the burgers and dogs, with Kara Buechle supplying the baked beans on a cool evening.

WASHINGTON,D.C.–U.S.Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE) introduced a resolution to designate May 2026 as Beef Month in America. Ricketts is a longtime champion — and enjoyer — of Nebraska beef. Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-MN), Deb Fischer (R-NE), Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-MS), James Lankford (R-OK), and Roger Marshall (R-KS) cosponsored this resolution.