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(Courtesy Photo) A Hunters Safety and Education course will take place on August 21, 22, & 23 at Craven Feed in Gordon.

(Courtesy Photo) A Hunters Safety and Education course will take place on August 21, 22, & 23 at Craven Feed in Gordon.

Firearm and Bowhunter Education Course Offered

A firearm and bowhunter education course will be offered by the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission volunteer instructors on August 21,22,23 at Craven Feed Store in Gordon.
(Courtesy Photo) The Gordon Volunteer Rescue Squad is hosting an Open House on Friday, August 14.

(Courtesy Photo) The Gordon Volunteer Rescue Squad is hosting an Open House on Friday, August 14.

Gordon Volunteer Rescue Squad to host Open House on Aug. 14

The Gordon Volunteer Rescue Squad is hosting an EMS Open House on Friday, August 14 at 6:00 p.m. at Winship Park in Gordon.The GVRS will have burgers and brats hot off the grill and giveaways for all those in attendance.
Photo by Scott Bidroski The Bottom of Six Mile Hill, a book about the family history and life of Gordon native Wayne L. Coon, is now available for purchase in Gordon with all proceeds going Gordon Volunteer Fire Department.

Photo by Scott Bidroski The Bottom of Six Mile Hill, a book about the family history and life of Gordon native Wayne L. Coon, is now available for purchase in Gordon with all proceeds going Gordon Volunteer Fire Department.

The Bottom of Six Mile Hill, a book detailing the life of Wayne Coon, now available for all to enjoy

By Scott Bidroski Aman who came from humble beginnings here in Sheridan County that went on to live a fulfilling, and quite interesting life, details that journey in a new book that has been released to the public. The Bottom of Six Mile Hill, which was penned by Gordon native Wayne L.
Courtesy Photo Sadie Coffey, the new Superintendent for Hay Springs Public Schools, says she is looking forward to learning what makes Hay Springs special, and working to strengthen systems that serve the students, school, and community.

Courtesy Photo Sadie Coffey, the new Superintendent for Hay Springs Public Schools, says she is looking forward to learning what makes Hay Springs special, and working to strengthen systems that serve the students, school, and community.

Hay Springs welcomes new Superintendent, Sadie Coffey

By Lisa Hare An accomplished educator and administrator with decades of experience spanning multiple districts, communities, and universities across the Cornhusker State has officially stepped into a new role in Hay Springs.
Photo by Tim Liebermann Left: Doc Browder, President and Manager of the Museum stands out front of the historic building after a much needed new roof was installed this past July.

Photo by Tim Liebermann Left: Doc Browder, President and Manager of the Museum stands out front of the historic building after a much needed new roof was installed this past July.

Historic Tristate Cowboy Museum receives roof upgrade

By Scott Bidroski A building in Gordon that contains a plethora of history has received an upgrade to the roof that protects. The Cowboy Museum in Winship Park in Gordon has a new roof thanks in part the hard work of a local crew and grants from local organizations.
Photo by Scott Bidroski Kaci Adonis, Operations Manager for the Safe At Home Gordon location, sits at her desk in the Gordon office. Safe At Home just opened their third location in the West area at 106 N. Main St. in Gordon.

Photo by Scott Bidroski Kaci Adonis, Operations Manager for the Safe At Home Gordon location, sits at her desk in the Gordon office. Safe At Home just opened their third location in the West area at 106 N. Main St. in Gordon.

Safe at Home opens Gordon office to provide in-home care for local residents

By Scott Bidroski A rapidly growing business in the State of Nebraska has found its newest home on Main Street in Gordon. Safe At Home, a trusted inhome care and companion service, has opened it’s fifth office at 106 N. Main St.
Photo by Tim Liebermann Tom and Karen Cobb (both far right) were honored at the annual Tri-State Oldtime Cowboys Hall of Fame breakfast as the newest members of the prestigious club. They were joined by the Hurd family, with daughter Laura Hurd (center) delivering the invocation for her parents.

Photo by Tim Liebermann Tom and Karen Cobb (both far right) were honored at the annual Tri-State Oldtime Cowboys Hall of Fame breakfast as the newest members of the prestigious club. They were joined by the Hurd family, with daughter Laura Hurd (center) delivering the invocation for her parents.

Tom and Karen Cobb inducted into Tri-State Oldtime Cowboys Hall of Fame

The Tri-State Oldtime Cowboys Association held its annual breakfast during the last day of the Sheridan County Fair. Up to 100 people attended the event at the Cowboy Museum in the Gordon city park, celebrating fellowship, local history, and the cowboy way of life.
Courtesy Photo Judy Walters, Commander of the Nebraska American Legion, stands with Cody-Kilgore Unified Schools educator Angela Anderson and American Legion District 1 Commander Jerry Fullerton at the Legion Convention on June 27. Anderson was honored as an American Legion Teacher of the Year at the event.

Courtesy Photo Judy Walters, Commander of the Nebraska American Legion, stands with Cody-Kilgore Unified Schools educator Angela Anderson and American Legion District 1 Commander Jerry Fullerton at the Legion Convention on June 27. Anderson was honored as an American Legion Teacher of the Year at the event.

C-K educator Angela Anderson honored by American Legion as Teacher of the Year

By Scott Bidroski Cody-Kilgore Unified Schools educator Angela Anderson was awarded the distinction of Teacher of the Year by the Nebraska American Legion. During a ceremony held in Columbus, Neb.
Courtesy Photo Lt. Gov. Joe Kelly and Nebraska Department of Water, Energy, and Environment Director Jesse Bradley honored 13 students whose artwork was chosen to be part of the 2027 “Nebraska: Don’t Waste It!” Calendar. Pictured with the Lt. Gov from Gordon-Rushville High School include Eliza Golden and Haley Dane who had their artwork chosen as winners of the contest. See the full story on Page 2!

Courtesy Photo Lt. Gov. Joe Kelly and Nebraska Department of Water, Energy, and Environment Director Jesse Bradley honored 13 students whose artwork was chosen to be part of the 2027 “Nebraska: Don’t Waste It!” Calendar. Pictured with the Lt. Gov from Gordon-Rushville High School include Eliza Golden and Haley Dane who had their artwork chosen as winners of the contest. See the full story on Page 2!