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(Courtesy Photo) Holden Ruse, grandson of Gordon residents Gary and Joyce Ruse, recently graduated from the University of Nebraska at Lincoln with a degree in engineering and was a four year letter winner on the Husker Track squad.

(Courtesy Photo) Holden Ruse, grandson of Gordon residents Gary and Joyce Ruse, recently graduated from the University of Nebraska at Lincoln with a degree in engineering and was a four year letter winner on the Husker Track squad.

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Ruse graduates from UNL with Engineering Degree amongst successful track career

News Staff
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
Holden James Ruse, who is the grandson of Gary and Joyce Ruse of Gordon, Neb., just completed his degree at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.Ruse received his Engineering Degree and finished his collegiate schooling with a 4.0 grade point average.
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Tech Tips: Why Can’t I Wish My Facebook Friend a Happy Birthday?

News Staff
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
Birthdays on Facebook are the best. Nearly every one of your Facebook friends gets the notification that it’s your big day and messages start flooding in. It sounds cheesy, but I have yet to find a person who is annoyed by the birthday messages they get.
(Photo by Scott Bidroski) Gordon resident Harlen Wheeler will be the guest of honor at the Gordon Library Book Club event on June 18.

(Photo by Scott Bidroski) Gordon resident Harlen Wheeler will be the guest of honor at the Gordon Library Book Club event on June 18.

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Gordon Book Club to host Harlen Wheeler on June 18

News Staff
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
A special event is scheduled this Wednesday, June 18 at the Gordon City Library.The Gordon Library Book Club is hosting local author Harlen Wheeler to discuss the writing process for his bestselling book, ‘The Twelve Hours That Changed the Sandhills Forever.’The event will begin at 1:30 p.m.
County Court Report

County Court Report

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County Court

News Staff
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
Criminal: Daniel Ramos: Domestic Violence Assault - 3rd/ Threat/Bodily Injury, 90 days concurrent jail; Assault Cause Bodily Injury, 132 days concurrent jail, 75 days credit for days served.Lynette Kills Back: Disturbing the peace, $250 fine.Traffic: Amy S. Faulk: No valid registration, $25 fine.
(Courtesy Photo) Erin (Rin) Mulcahy

(Courtesy Photo) Erin (Rin) Mulcahy

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Mulcahy graduates from Earlham College

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Wednesday, June 18, 2025
Erin (Rin) Mulcahy, daughter of Mike and Chris Mulcahy and granddaughter of Leland and Joan Mulcahy of Gordon and Martin and Carol Barth of Rushville has been accepted into the Long Island University Veterinary program.Rin is a recent graduate of Earlham College in Richmond, Ind.
(Courtesy Photo) The winners from the Couples Division. Kyle and Jacoby Anderson (left) finished in first place.

(Courtesy Photo) The winners from the Couples Division. Kyle and Jacoby Anderson (left) finished in first place.

17th Annual CARE Golf Tourney has successful day on the links

News Staff
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
The 17th annual CARE Golf Tournament was held this past weekend at the Gordon Country Club in Gordon.28 total teams competed on the beautiful June day, finding success on the course while supporting a good cause and organization.
Photo by Scott Bidroski Around 40 citizens came out to peacefully protest on Saturday, June 14 in Rushville. The group was part of the nationwide demonstrations under the title of ‘No Kings.’

Photo by Scott Bidroski Around 40 citizens came out to peacefully protest on Saturday, June 14 in Rushville. The group was part of the nationwide demonstrations under the title of ‘No Kings.’

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Sheridan County residents join in nationwide ‘No Kings’ demonstrations

News Staff
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
By Scott Bidroski A nationwide “No Kings” protest came to Rushville over the weekend. Around 40 individuals gathered in front of the Sheridan County Courthouse on Saturday, June 14 to peacefully participate in the “No Kings” demonstrations that took place across the United States.
Courtesy Photo Cynthia Vinton (left) receives the 2024 Responder of the Year award from Rescue Squad Chief Marchelle Paul at a recent meeting. Vinton joined the squad in the fall of 2023. See the full story on Page 3!

Courtesy Photo Cynthia Vinton (left) receives the 2024 Responder of the Year award from Rescue Squad Chief Marchelle Paul at a recent meeting. Vinton joined the squad in the fall of 2023. See the full story on Page 3!

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Vinton recognized as Responder of the Year

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Wednesday, June 18, 2025
Photo by Heidi Beguin During the 2024 Monster Mash, Hay Springs welcomed in residents and visitors alike for the family friendly event. The 2025 version is slated for June 27 and all are invited to attend the festivities once again.

Photo by Heidi Beguin During the 2024 Monster Mash, Hay Springs welcomed in residents and visitors alike for the family friendly event. The 2025 version is slated for June 27 and all are invited to attend the festivities once again.

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Family Friendly Monster Mash coming June 27

Heidi Beguin
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
A well-known legend in Sheridan County states that during the 1920s, settlers first saw the Walgren Lake monster. Details of what the monster looks like vary from a giant alligator to an unusually large beaver to a huge mudpuppy or catfish.
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