CO2 car tourney winner crowned at GRMS

Gilbert delivers presentation to Hay Springs 4th & 5th graders

On Wednesday, April 3, Peg Gilbert presented “The Life and Drive of Mari Sandoz” to Hay Springs 4th and 5th graders.The students had read Mari Sandoz: A Wild Flower by Evelyn B. Hisel earlier this year.

Rural challenges motivate Lori Liggett to make a difference

By Liz Stewart, Center for Rural Affairs When Lori Liggett stumbled across the Center for Rural Affairs online, she was intrigued by the organization’s work and purpose. She saw that the Center was hiring and knew she wanted to become part of the team.

Nebraska Junior Duck Stamp Winners announced

The Nebraska Junior Duck Stamp contest was judged March 25, 2024 at the West Nebraska Arts Center, Scottsbluff, Neb.

2023 Hawks grad Braydon Binger recognized at State FFA

Braydon Binger, a 2023 graduate of Hay Springs High School, was recognized at the Nebraska State Future Farmers of America (FFA) Convention this past weekend, April 6 and 7.

2024 Nebraska Youth Range Camp – 60th Anniversary set for June 3 – 6 in Chadron

The 2024 Nebraska Youth Range Camp will be held at a new location – Chadron State College in Chadron, Neb. Students ages 14-18, with an interest in rangeland management, conservation, ecology, animal science, and wildlife are encouraged to attend the 60th Annual Nebraska Youth Range Camp.

The Nebraska Agriculture Academy puts together solid week at State FFA

The Nebraska Agriculture Academy FFA Chapter is the 1st Homeschool Chapter in Nebraska. The goal of the Nebraska Agriculture Academy FFA program is to make quality Agriculture Education and FFA accessible to students grades 7-12 covering the entire state of Nebraska.

State FFA Convention results are in for Gordon-Rushville and Hay Springs

By Scott Bidroski Students from both Hay Springs High School and Gordon-Rushville High School made the trip to Lincoln, Neb. this past week to take part in the 2024 Future Farmers of American (FFA) State Convention.

Top spot awarded for 2024 GRMS March Mammal Madness

The results are in and the winner in the annual March Mammal Madness (MMM) at Gordon-Rushville Middle School is 8th grader Joel Montenez-Rodriguez. Montenez-Rodriguez earned the top spot with the best bracket in the entire school for the event.