(Photo by Scott Bidroski) Sheridan County Sheriff Jeff Brewer speaks to Sheridan County seniors during the County Government Day held on Tuesday, April 7.

(Photo by Scott Bidroski) Sheridan County Sheriff Jeff Brewer speaks to Sheridan County seniors during the County Government Day held on Tuesday, April 7.

Local high school seniors attend Government Day

The Sheridan County Courthouse and Sheridan County American Legion Posts welcomed in seniors from...
(Photo by Amanda Hotz) Gordon-Rushville High School hosted it’s 2026 Prom on Saturday, April 11. The theme for this year was “A Night on the Ship of Dreams.” Seniors Marlee Keracik and Jaxon Kearns were crowned Queen and King respectively. Pictured in the photo include: Homecoming Queen Amara Funk, Kylie Goings, Lindsey Simonson, Taylor Gieselman, Claire Wellnitz, Reese Simonson, Keracik, Kearns, Hunter Brewer, Turner Anderson, Seth Mills, Elijah Ross, Daniel Martins, and Homecoming King Johnny Ziller.

(Photo by Amanda Hotz) Gordon-Rushville High School hosted it’s 2026 Prom on Saturday, April 11. The theme for this year was “A Night on the Ship of Dreams.” Seniors Marlee Keracik and Jaxon Kearns were crowned Queen and King respectively. Pictured in the photo include: Homecoming Queen Amara Funk, Kylie Goings, Lindsey Simonson, Taylor Gieselman, Claire Wellnitz, Reese Simonson, Keracik, Kearns, Hunter Brewer, Turner Anderson, Seth Mills, Elijah Ross, Daniel Martins, and Homecoming King Johnny Ziller.

(Photo by Les Hare) A recent aerial photo taken 7,000 feet above the tragic remains of a wide expanse of the Sandhills reveals mile after mile of bare and blowing sand in the aftermath of the wildfires that ravaged more than 800,000 acres.

(Photo by Les Hare) A recent aerial photo taken 7,000 feet above the tragic remains of a wide expanse of the Sandhills reveals mile after mile of bare and blowing sand in the aftermath of the wildfires that ravaged more than 800,000 acres.

Recovery uncertain for the Sandhills in the wildfire aftermath

The photo accompanying this story was taken by my dad last week as he flew his Aeronica Champ over...
(Photo by Scott Bidroski) Members of the Duck Republic meet with Sheena Rodriguez during a Zoom call in March. Those pictured include: Gage Bidroski, Denali Hillion, Avery Kreitman, Claire Swanson, and Advisor Lydia Swanson.

(Photo by Scott Bidroski) Members of the Duck Republic meet with Sheena Rodriguez during a Zoom call in March. Those pictured include: Gage Bidroski, Denali Hillion, Avery Kreitman, Claire Swanson, and Advisor Lydia Swanson.

Sheridan County Robotics teams make a Croatian Connection

A chance meeting during a trip to Croatia for a group of Sheridan County residents evolved into a very special relationship for a group of 4-H students.Lydia Swanson and Cassie Banks were on a trip to Croatia and checking out a local winery.
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(Courtesy Photo) Gordon resident Rick Yusten submitted this oil painting, “No Place Like Nebraska” to the Sand Painters Art Club in Valentine, Neb. and was selected as one of the pieces to represent the group.

(Courtesy Photo) Gordon resident Rick Yusten submitted this oil painting, “No Place Like Nebraska” to the Sand Painters Art Club in Valentine, Neb. and was selected as one of the pieces to represent the group.

Sand Painters Art Club selects state qualifiers

The Sand Painters Art Club’s yearly selection show is on display throughout the month of April at...
(Photo by Scott Bidroski) Sophomore Mikaylee Campbell releases the shot during the Shot Put.

(Photo by Scott Bidroski) Sophomore Mikaylee Campbell releases the shot during the Shot Put.

Mustangs make mark at Mitchell Invite

The Gordon-Rushville Mustang Track and Field team dove into the loaded Mitchell Invite this past...