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'The mystery continues': Seward opens pyramid that guards world's largest time capsule
SEWARD, Neb. — The self-proclaimed Fourth of July City revealed part of a 50-year-old mystery. Independence Day in Seward, Nebraska, stepped back into time as they opened the pyramid that guards the world's largest time capsule. "We are opening the pyramids this year, the pyramid this year because we...
Fourth of July celebration provides much-needed boost for Seward businesses
SEWARD, Neb. (KLKN) – The Fourth of July celebration in Seward is providing a much-needed boost for downtown businesses after a significant road construction project. Gregg Nelson, the owner of two downtown restaurants – Squire Ward’s and Rue 6 – said today is the biggest day for the local economy with thousands of people shopping and eating local.
66-year-old Fairbury man killed in motorcycle crash near York
A 66-year-old Fairbury man has been identified as the motorcyclist killed in a crash 2 miles east of York on Thursday afternoon. York County Sheriff’s Lt. Alex Hildebrand said Douglas Bristol died at the scene of the crash at about 5 p.m. near the intersection of U.S. Highway 34 and Road P.
Polk County Health Department plans immunization clinics
The Polk County Health Department will hold immunization clinics at the Polk County Health Department in Stromsburg from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 10, and Monday, July 15. An appointment is required. Infant, kindergarten, seventh grade and college entry vaccines are available for “Vaccine For Children” eligible children from...
Seward, the Fourth of July City, hosts annual Independence Day festivities
YORK — Seward held its annual July 4 celebration on Thursday, with fireworks, concessions and a parade featuring local businesses, the high school band, class reunions and political candidates. Listen now and subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify | RSS Feed | SoundStack | All Of Our...
York-area meetings and Club notes
York Morning Sertoma ClubYORK — The York Morning Sertoma Club will meet at 7 a.m. on Monday, July 8 at Wendy’s. Fillmore County Hospital AuxiliaryGENEVA — The Fillmore County Hospital Auxiliary will meet on Monday, July 8 at 10:30 a.m. at the Catholic Hall on 815 E. Street in Geneva. This will be a brunch for all members and guests followed by the quarterly business meeting. Topics of discussion will include the replacement of gazebos on the walking trail and planning for the annual Salad Luncheon on Sept. 30. Those wishing to share food for the brunch are to call Alice at 402.759.1433 to coordinate the offering.
Seward's "keeper of the crypt" opens the pyramid on top of the world's largest time capsule
Trish Davisson Johnson was, for many years, a reluctant caretaker of her father’s grand idea – the largest time capsule in the world, buried in the yard of his Seward business. “I have been the keeper of the crypt for 50 years,” Trish Davisson Johnson said of the...
Family Reunion: Staehr-Stahr-Wellmann-Wellman
UTICA – The annual Staehr-Stahr-Wellmann-Wellman reunion will be held at noon on Sunday, Aug. 4 at the St. Paul Fellowship Hall in Utica. Bring some picnic food to share. Drinks will be provided. Bring your family and other relatives and we’ll share memories.
York Juniors' fast start keys win over Kearney
KEARNEY — The York Juniors surged out of the gates Wednesday evening, landing an early uppercut in the form of a seven-run explosion in the top of the first. The Cornerstone Kings followed that up with a four-spot in the second to build an early 11-0 lead. The fast...
Birth announcement: Alethea Amy Mae Magner
Caleb and Amalia (Miller) Magner, of York, are the parents of a daughter, Alethea Amy Mae Magner, born at 8:39 a.m. in Seward. She weighed 9 pounds 2 ounces and was 20 ½ inches long. Big sister Miriel Elna Kay Magner, age 22 months, welcomed her home. Grandparents are...
Letter to the Editor -- Celebrating community commitment this 4th of July
As the Postmaster of York, I am writing to express the unwavering commitment of our postal staff to serving our wonderful community. With the 4th of July approaching, a time when we celebrate our nation's independence and the freedoms we cherish, it is also a fitting moment to reflect on the values that bind us together.
Seward welcomes thousands for sprawling 4th of July celebration
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - Every year, a Fourth of July celebration sweeps over the entire city of Seward, which is considered a national and even international destination during the holiday. A whole year of planning goes into upholding old traditions and creating new ones. “It takes a village to put...
Former York para pleads no contest to reduced charges in abuse case
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) – A former paraeducator at York Elementary School pleaded no contest on Tuesday to abusing a child. Scott Velasquez-Lopez, 23, was then found guilty of two counts of misdemeanor child abuse. The charges were reduced from two counts of third-degree sexual assault of a child under...
‘Different level of excitement’: Geneva native ready for Paris Olympics
GENEVA, Neb. (KSNB) - Maggie Malone Hardin is representing what she refers to as “small town Nebraska” on the biggest stage in all of sports yet again. Malone Hardin is a qualifier for the 2024 Paris Olympics in women’s javelin, making it the third time she has become an Olympian.
Native son takes home town along on dream quest
Baylor Sheierman has earned a lot of titles and wordy accolades since he wore a Husky uniform. His latest feat needs just three letters to describe. He’s a wizard on the basketball court, and Aurora fans know he can get it done on the football field as well. He’s...
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