Rivers homers twice for Juniors Jul 4, 2007
NEBRASKA CITY James Rivers took two Nebraska City pitches over the fence for the Beatrice Eagles Juniors Sunday as they defeated their hosts 14-0 in five innings. Rivers led the Beatrice offense with two home runs and five RBI.. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Beatrice powers past Brager Jun 30, 2007
Next action for the Beatrice Juniors will be Sunday at Nebraska City. . (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Ohio State's Harris Deemed Academic All-American Jun 27, 2007
95 grade-point average. com - Ohio State University Official Athletic Site. (Ohiostatebuckeyes.com)
Free throws in final seconds lift West to win Jun 26, 2007
Skylar Osovski, Nebraska City Lourdes, six; Tasha Goracke, Sterlng, five; Hayley Milam, Falls City, four; Stacie Goracke, Adams Freeman, nine; Morgan Hallstrom, Syracuse, three; Abby Beach, Syracuse, two; Katelyn Hill, Falls City Sacred Heart, did not score; Leah Petersen, Auburn, three; Kharisa Salberg, Sterling, two; Tara Meyer, Johnson-Brock, two; Kelsey Schiebur, Wymore Southern, four; Kristin Kroese, Freeman, 14. West ( 56 ). (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
East tops West in all-star tilt Jun 26, 2007
Josh Taylor, Firth Norris, three; Michael Olberding, Falls City Sacred Heart, 10; Note Ritchie, Nebraska City, two; Tyler Derby, Pawnee City, 13; Taylor Bartels, Tecumseh, eight; Scott Hrabik, Syracuse, did not score; Kasey Huppert, Falls City, 10; Justin Yates, Adams Freeman, eight; Austin Landwehr, Syracuse, eight; Jacob Bartek, Falls City, nine; Tim Sisco, Lewiston, seven; Jim Lance, Nebraska City Lourdes, five. West ( 69 ). (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
East powers way past West Jun 23, 2007
Playing for the East squad were Jessica Stauffer and Laura Thames, Humboldt Table Rock Steinauer; Whitney Hippen and Kelly Flesner, Lewiston; Kala Holmes, Nebraska City Lourdes; Bieker, Falls City Sacred Heart; Burbach and Burow, Firth Norris; Kayla Peterson, Nebraska City; Laurel Sunneberg, Pawnee City; Chelsea Lewis, Falls City; and Rademacher, Adams Freeman. Competing for the West team were Lindsey Moore and Allee Kuska, Exeter-Milligan; Chelsea Baker, Superior; Jenna Rickstrew, Diller-Odell;... (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Boys all-stars take court tonight Jun 23, 2007
Coaches for this year's all-star squads are Don Hogue of Falls City, who will coach the East squad assisted by Mark Ritchie of Nebraska City, and Jesse Gronemeyer of DeWitt Tri County, who will coach the West team assisted by Ryan Hogue of Deshler ... Monte Ritchie, Nebraska City, son of Mark and Mary Ritchie, plans to attend the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and major in education ... Jim Lance, Nebraska City Lourdes, son of Larry and Deb Lance, plans to attend Nebraska Wesleyan University. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
All-star volleyball squads to battle Friday Jun 22, 2007
Head coaches for this year's all-star squads are Daykin Meridian's Linda Johnson, who will coach the West team assisted by Bruning-Davenport's Kelly Frank, and Humboldt Table Rock Steinauer's Kara Engels, who will coach the East team assisted by Nebraska City Lourdes' Michelle Kreifels ... Kayla Peterson, Nebraska City, daughter of John and Diana Peterson, plans to attend Hastings College and major in biology pre-physical therapy. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Richland airport to expand Jun 22, 2007
Thomas agreed, noting that a small airport in the Nebraska city of Blair converted the town from a sleepy community to a central location for businessmen with private planes and corporate jets. The runway is the most important main street in your town, Thomas said. (Waynesille Daily Guide, MO)
Coming soon to a theater near...Hartington Jun 19, 2007
At an entrepreneur event in Nebraska City, Neb. LEAP members connected with an individual who expects to assist them in obtaining current movie releases. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Former President Recalls Days Playing First Base Jun 16, 2007
Eight teams are in Omaha this weekend, hoping to win a national title in the Nebraska city that has been home to the College World Series since 1950. Copyright 2007 by. (7 KETV Omaha)
Beatrice golfers advance to second round Jun 16, 2007
NEBRASKA CITY Two Beatrice golfers advanced to the round of 16 before being eliminated from further play during the 2007 Nebraska Junior Match Play Championship Wednesday in Nebraska City ... The tournament is being played at Arbor Links Golf Course in Nebraska City. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
A rare view of the stars Jun 13, 2007
Traveling from Nebraska City along what is now Indian Creek, the association members named Beatrice after the daughter of Judge J.F. Kinney, who was the president of the association. Among the items that remain intact from those early days are a sewing box owned by Catherine Hart Towle, wife of association member Albert ap Towle; a wooden cradle used by her daughter, Helen Towle Weston, who married fellow association member Jefferson. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Area Legion baseball schedules Jun 7, 2007
July 1 at Nebraska City, 4 p.m. ... July 19 Area Tourney (Nebraska City), TBA ... July 1 at Nebraska City, 2 p.m.. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Hundreds Honor Bellevue Soldier Jun 6, 2007
Firetrucks from Kearney, Nebraska City, Ponca Hills and elsewhere could be seen. Bailey was buried at Bellevue Cemetery with full military and traditional fire department honors. (7 KETV Omaha)
Juniors earn victory May 31, 2007
Beatrice Eagles Juniors baserunner Devin Schroeder dives back to first base as an errant pickoff throw goes past the Nebraska City first baseman ... Beatrice ended up downing visiting Nebraska City, 3-2, Tuesday at Christenson Field ... Offensively, Cullison said the Beatrice Juniors ompeted well against a good Nebraska City pitcher. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Fossler propels Seniors to win May 31, 2007
Beatrice American Legion Seniors pitcher Dane Fossler sends the ball home during action Tuesday against Nebraska City at Christenson Field ... A strong pitching performance by starter Dane Fossler helped propel the Beatrice American Legion Seniors to a victory over visiting Nebraska City ... Beatrice defeated Nebraska City, 4-0, Tuesday night at Christenson Field. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
River Cities Conference baseball May 30, 2007
Academic all-conference: Madison Farris and Chris Rarig, Nebraska City; Matt Loge and Tim Immonen, Plattsmouth; Alex Manning, Springfield-Platteview; Spencer Goff, Tom Lunzman, Hick Hartnett, Jon Alderson, Lee Henning, Dylan Wellenstein, Jake O'Neal and Tom Vipond, Gretna; Jon McKinley, Brandon Sperry and Stephen Lerner, Elkhorn; Colton Aman, Brandon Boyd, Liam Dawson, Matt Isham, Tom Johnson, Charlie Nichols and Christian Petersen, Blair; Andrew Palmer, Waverly; Cole Gratopp, Tyler Anderson,... (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
May flooding renews ‘spring rise' debate, for some May 28, 2007
A spring rise will not be conducted if the Missouri River's flow is forecasted to be above a certain flow level as determined at Kansas City, Nebraska City and Omaha ... ven if Omaha, Nebraska City and Kansas City were not predicted to be above the flow constraints, a sudden precipitous rise could cause additional flood damages. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Fairbury golfers, Deines in hunt May 24, 2007
Gretna shot a 316, followed by Gering, 318; Nebraska City, 319; Grand Island Northwest, 319; Blair, 319; and Fairbury, 320 ... Sidney, 304; Scottsbluff, 315; Gretna, 316; Gering, 318; Nebraska City, 319; Northwest, 319; Blair, 319; Fairbury, 320; Adams Central, 325; Waverly, 328; O'Neill, 331; Wayne, 333. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Richard Jesse Ott May 24, 2007
great-grandchildren; sister-in-law Virginina Ott of Nebraska City. NE; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. (Ogden Reporter, IA)
Hull, Pohlmann in Class B title hunt May 24, 2007
Nebraska City, 319; 6. Grand Island Northwest, 319; 7. (Columbus Telegram, NE)
Investors Sue Broker's Former Employer May 13, 2007
The lawsuit said Engle could then tell investors she left the company because Kirkpatrick Pettis closed its Nebraska City office, and she was able to land several other financial adviser jobs and keep many of her clients. According to the lawsuit, Engle misled her clients, sold risky investments to clients who wanted stable investments and sometimes acted without proper authorization. (7 KETV Omaha)
Norris squads second at EMC May 8, 2007
Nebraska City, 25; 7. Springfield-Platteview, 19; 8. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Titans win title at Tecumseh Invitational May 8, 2007
Colton Pinney of Nebraska City was medalist, firing a two-over par 74 ... In the final team standings, the Titans outpaced runner-up Nebraska City, 318 to 322 ... Nebraska City, 322; 3. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Flood warnings in effect as Big Blue continues to rise May 8, 2007
The weather service said there was already flooding along the Missouri River, particularly at Nebraska City and Brownville, and there was a potential for flooding of the Big Nemaha River near Falls City and the Republican River Basin downstream of the Harlan Reservoir. . (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Off To Omaha May 7, 2007
According to the answering machine at the delightful Carol Pedersen's desk at American Express in this small Nebraska city, the only remaining beds are in Lincoln, an hour and a half away. By land and air, 24,000 mostly well-heeled or would-be well-heeled followers of Warren Buffett are making their way to the feet of the oracle right now. (Forbes)
Indians, Lady Indians win Rettig Invite crowns May 6, 2007
NEBRASKA CITY Pawnee City dominated the six-team field at the Orville Rettig Invitational track and field meet Friday, taking both the girls and boys championships with authority ... Nebraska City Lourdes, 86 ... Nebraska City Lourdes, 113; 3. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Prairie Briefs for Wednesday, May 2 May 4, 2007
Send a 10 contribution to Ten Free Dogwood Trees, National Arbor Day Foundation, 100 Arbor Ave., Nebraska City, NE 68410. All members of the Stuttgart City Council were present at last night s meeting. (Stuttgart Daily Leader, AR)
Discoverers down No. 1 Grand Island May 4, 2007
It will play either Nebraska City or Omaha Northwest on Monday in Fremont, with the winner advancing to Tuesday's championship game. Mueller said the pieces are starting to come together, but the Discoverers have to continue to play hard each game and not rely on the recent hot streak. (Columbus Telegram, NE)
ARBOR DAY FOUNDATION OFFERS TREE-CARE ADVICE May 3, 2007
For a free copy, send your name and address to: How To Prune, National Arbor Day Foundation, 100 Arbor Ave., Nebraska City, NE 68410 or go online at www. arborday. (Oswego Palladium-Times, NY)
Columbus topples another district foe May 2, 2007
The only blemish on the Discoverers' record came in a doubleheader spit against Nebraska City ... They will play either Nebraska City or Omaha Northwest, the only district team Columbus hasn't played, Monday. (Columbus Telegram, NE)
Pawnee City, Freeman win Pioneer May 1, 2007
Nebraska City Lourdes, 48; 5 ... Nebraska City Lourdes, 17. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Elderly Man Has $10,000 Stolen Over 1-Week Period Apr 29, 2007
He has alerted many of the authorities in Cass County to the possibility because Stanley was staying in the areas of Nebraska City and Plattsmouth. If you have any more information, or you think you know a victim, call 402-593-2310. (7 KETV Omaha)
Lady Jeffs win Crete championship Apr 29, 2007
Saturday, April 28, 2007 9:23 AM CDT. CRETE KiLee Edson led Fairbury's Lady Jeffs with two gold medals as the team won championship honors at the Crete Invitational Friday night. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
The Country Living Forest Apr 29, 2007
As the extent of the devastation became clear, Country Living contacted officials at the National Arbor Day Foundation, a nonprofit tree-planting organization based in Nebraska City, Nebraska, to see how the magazine and its readers could help. In 1990 we introduced the Country Living National Arbor Day Forest (photo, above), a reader-funded restoration project designed to help reforest fire-destroyed acreage. (Country Living, US)
Lady Orange dominates Nebraska City on court Apr 27, 2007
NEBRASKA CITY Beatrice's Lady Orange dominated the tennis court Thursday in their 8-1 dual victory over the Nebraska City Lady Pioneers ... Beatrice vs. Nebraska City ... Beatrice 8, Nebraska City 1. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Rainfall Sets Records Apr 26, 2007
A flood warning also has been issued for three spots along the Missouri River: Nebraska City, Brownville and Rulo. The river was expected to rise a little above flood stage by Thursday morning at Brownville and by Thursday afternoon at Rulo and Nebraska City. (7 KETV Omaha)
Arbor Day - 2007 Apr 25, 2007
s located in Nebraska City, NE and is now a Nebraska State Park. A one-half mile tree trail winds through the original arboretum area planted by the Mortons. (Suite101.com)
BHS knocks out Nebraska City Apr 25, 2007
NEBRASKA CITY Beatrice's Orangemen baseball team hammered its way to a 17-4 win over Nebraska City Monday night at Clemmy Holmes Legion Field. The Orangemen were able to end the game in the fifth inning on the 10-run rule. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Growers Assess Losses As Weather Warms Apr 21, 2007
In Nebraska City, Kimmel Orchards manager Erik Olsen said he was happy with a Friday check of his trees. He said he may have lost 60 percent instead of the 75 to 100 percent he had earlier estimated. (7 KETV Omaha)
Testimony continues in Hamburg mayor's theft trial Apr 20, 2007
Howard Bebout, owner of Tri-State Rentals in Nebraska City, testified Wednesday that when he told Holliman he wanted cash, the mayor left his NAPA store in Hamburg and returned with the money about 10 minutes later. Wednesday marked the second day of Holliman's felony theft trial, which is expected to last into Friday of this week. (Council Bluffs Daily Nonpareil, IA)
Thursday, April 19, Scoreboard Apr 20, 2007
(B) Glenwood at Nebraska City, 4 p.m.. (G) Carroll vs. Kuemper Catholic (Carroll Country Club), 4 p.m.. (Council Bluffs Daily Nonpareil, IA)
Pawnee, Freeman win MUDECAS titles Apr 19, 2007
(tie) Wymore Southern and Nebraska City Lourdes, 43; 6. Palmyra, 35; 7. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Sunland area players earn AP all-state honors Apr 15, 2007
Honorable Mention Zach Boness, T.J. Peltz, Alliance; Jay Hartman, Matt Lauritsen, Brent Menke, Trevor Menke, Zach Ruiz, Beatrice; P.J. Mallette, Blair; Zach Baker, Dylan Gammel, Micah Marvin, Crete; Troy Huebert, Aurora; Josh Lynch, Elkhorn; Clay Ehler, Trey Simpson, Fairbury; Nate Greene, Gering; Mitch Jones, Grand Island Northwest; Andrew Hoffman, Gretna; Andrew Lyle, Hastings; Matt Ecklun, Adam Fulmer, Holdrege; Ryan Gruntorad, Jake Zlatkovsky, Lexington; Josh Cherry, Cory Gaston, McCook;... (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Freeman, HTRS capture titles Apr 11, 2007
Nebraska City Lourdes, 27 ... Ema Rickman, Nebraska City Lourdes, 104-3; 3 ... Nebraska City Lourdes, 95; 4. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
HTRS keeps hardware at home Apr 11, 2007
Nebraska City, 455; 8 ... Andy Johns, Nebraska City, 89; 7. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Nebraska City's Apple Crop Braces For Cold Apr 8, 2007
-- Nebraska City is the state's apple capital ... The autumn tourism season is big business for Nebraska City growers who rely on the fruit to bring visitors from all over the midwest ... "We get probably get probably 100,000 visitors to Nebraska City just for apples," said Olson. (7 KETV Omaha)
Southeast Nebraska Community Band begins season on April 15 in Tecumseh Apr 7, 2007
A second spring concert will follow April 29 at the Arbor Day Farm in Nebraska City ... Saturday, June 30, Nebraska City 4th of July celebration, Steinhart Park, 7 p.m.. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Wheat Growers Worry About Cold Damage Apr 7, 2007
Workers at Kimmel Orchard near Nebraska City said they already lost nearly an acre of Asian pears and a half-acre of white peaches. They said 90 acres of apples, cherries and grapes are still in danger. (7 KETV Omaha)
Flurries In Forecast; Orchard Predicts Losses Apr 6, 2007
Kimmel Orchard, in Nebraska City, said on Thursday that it expects to lose most of its crop of Asian pears and white peaches because of the spring cold. Warmer temperatures don't return until Monday, when highs reach back near 60 degrees, Randby said. (7 KETV Omaha)
Area Sports Apr 5, 2007
The junior from Nebraska City, Neb. won the 3,000 steeplechase (9:31. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
RMU defends rate increases Apr 5, 2007
Stoffer said the utility has established alliances with the Prairie State Project in Illinois, a new coal-burning generating plant that is expected to come on-line in 2011, and Nebraska City, another generating facility in Lincoln, Neb. in an attempt to keep costs down. (Rolla Daily News, MO)
Lady Orange earn road victory Mar 28, 2007
NEBRASKA CITY Beatrice freshman Rylee Bruhn was involved in both goals in the Lady Orange's road victory at Nebraska City Tuesday ... The Lady Orange outshot Nebraska City 40-13. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
BHS wins in OT Mar 28, 2007
Beatrice's Logan Wrightsman goes up in the air to head the ball during action in the Orangemen's overtime win over Nebraska City Tuesday at the Beatrice High School soccer field ... A little determination helped carry the Beatrice Orangemen soccer team to an overtime victory over visiting Nebraska City Tuesday ... The Orangemen weren't going to let Nebraska City, or a little wet weather, stop them from defending their home field. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Group offers dogwood trees Mar 21, 2007
To become a member on the foundation send a $10 contribution to the National Arbor Day Foundation, 100 Arbor Avenue, Nebraska City, NE 68410, by March 31 or join online at www. arborday. (Eufaula Tribune, AL)
Alvarado wins Modified pole dash Mar 18, 2007
Austin Kurtzer of Nebraska City won the Sport Compact feature. Kurtzer was followed to the finish line by Corey Burch of Junction City, Kan. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
District Judge Rejects Challenge To Omaha Smoking Ban Mar 16, 2007
Omaha is the only other Nebraska city with local restrictions on smoking. On the phased-in ordinance decision. (Nebraska Statepaper)
Calendar of Events Mar 8, 2007
To become a member of the Foundation and receive the free trees, send a 10 contribution to Ten Free White Pine Trees, National Arbor Day Foundation, 100 Arbor Avenue, Nebraska City, Nebraska 68410, by March 31, 2007. Or join online at www. (Forest Republican, WI)
»Hamlet will celebrate Arbor Day this month Mar 8, 2007
Thomas said she would like for the board make a presentation to the National Arbor Day Committee in Nebraska City, Neb. and hopes to use a grant to pay for transportation and registration. (Rockingham Daily Journal, NC)
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Several state highways in the eastern side of the state, including Nebraska Highway 2 from Nebraska City to Lincoln, were also closed. State Patrol spokeswoman Deb Collins said vehicles were sliding off roadways, and there were some jackknifed semis blocking lanes, but there were no reports of any major accidents. (Sioux City Journal)
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Beatrice High School Key Club member Paige Kimmerling hands a bowling ball to Byron Corso from Nebraska City during Special Olympics competition Friday morning at the Orange Bowl in Beatrice ... People from Nebraska City, Geneva, Crete, Beatrice, Nebraska City and Auburn joined the fun at Beatrice's bowling alleys, Tonka Lanes and the Orange Bowl, for the event. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Police: Tattoo artist tried to hire someone to kill relative Feb 21, 2007
- A Nebraska City tattoo artist was arrested after police say he tried to hire an undercover detective to kill a relative ... Nebraska City Police Capt. Lonnie Neeman said Coon was arrested about 2:45 a.m. Monday ... An undercover officer contacted Coon on Sunday night in Nebraska City. (Fremont Tribune, NE)
Lady Titans down ViQueens in OT Feb 21, 2007
In the other semifinal, Beatrice, a 62-29 first-round winner over Nebraska City, will take on second-seeded Lincoln Pius at 8 p.m.. The B-1 District championship final is slated for 7 p.m. Friday at Southwest. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Lady O answers only challenge Feb 21, 2007
Beatrice's Kristina Gould drives with the basketball against a Nebraska City defender during action in the B-1 District quarterfinals Tuesday at Lincoln Southwest ... In the first round of the B-1 District basketball tournament Tuesday at Lincoln Southwest, however, the only hallenge proved to be getting through the opening minutes of the game as the Lady Orange downed Nebraska City's Lady Pioneers 62-29 ... Lady Orange coach Steve Hartman said it was mportant for Beatrice to get off to a good... (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)