Tornado confirmed; new storms forecast Aug 25, 2007
That contributed to some minor flooding along the Elkhorn River Thursday near Pilger, West Point and Hooper. Much of Nebraska has already received more rain in August than normal. (Columbus Telegram, NE)
Eaves lays out gubernatorial platform in West Point stop Aug 5, 2007
WEST POINT With the gubernatorial primary nearing, Democratic candidate John Arthur Eaves kicked off his campaign tour for the upcoming elections Friday in West Point ... e made West Point one of our first stops and then we're going to Plantersville next, Aberdeen, Houston and the Sparta Opera, so we've got a full day ... Arriving in a hard-to-miss red, white and blue wrapped tour bus, Eaves toured the Clay County Courthouse and West Point City Hall with plans to see the city and meet the... (Columbus Commercial Dispatch, MS)
Clay County incumbents face bevy of challengers in primary Aug 3, 2007
WEST POINT As most candidates in Clay County's primary elections are running as Democrats and Independents, in many cases next Tuesday's Democratic primary election will determine who will hold several of the county's offices for the next four years ... Crawford said that a part of his plan is to work to build up the West Point economy ... believe that we need to find a better solution for the economy of West Point, he said. (Columbus Commercial Dispatch, MS)
Traffic safety checkpoints scheduled Jul 30, 2007
Hardin County Traffic safety checkpoints will be held during July as a joint effort of the Hardin County Sheriff s Office, Kentucky State Police, Kentucky Vehicle Enforcement and the city police departments of Elizabethtown, Radcliff, Vine Grove and West Point. The focus of the safety checks is to reduce the incidence of drug and alcohol impaired drivers and the enforcement of traffic safety laws. (News Enterprise Online)
4th BCT Soldiers Train Cadets at West Point Jul 10, 2007
Sgt. James Spencer (right), Bravo Company, 2nd Battalion, 4th Infantry Regiment, 4th Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division hands a mortar round to a West Point cadet during cadet training at West Point Academy, N.Y., June 25. FORT POLK Soldiers from 4th Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division, deployed from Fort Polk June 11 to train future military leaders as instructors as part of the annual Cadet Summer Training Program at the United States Military Academy at West Point, N.Y. ...... (Leesville Daily Leader, LA)
Lady Hawks fall to Crusaders Jun 29, 2007
WEST POINT Holy Trinity erupted for seven runs in the third inning and held on to defeat Central Lee 10-7 in a SEI Superconference South Division softball game Wednesday. Central Lee had a 4-2 lead when Holy Trinity scored seven times in the third. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
One dropout solution: Redesign high schools Jun 21, 2007
Calhoun County, as well as Nettleton, Starkville, Tupelo, West Point and a consortium made up of New Albany and Union County schools received Redesign grants from the Mississippi Department of Education The changes will have an impact on the high school dropout rate because schools will be more relevant to teens, said Russell Taylor, director of federal programs and curriculum for the Nettleton School District. e live in a changing world. (Calhoun City Monitor Herald, MS)
Wiens, Warneke to wrestle in all-star matches Jun 15, 2007
The East team will be co-led by Ted Glover of West Point and Dennis Oliver of Pender, assisted by Greg Wilcox of Omaha South and Alan Pokorny of Bennington. Dan Lonowski of Hastings Adams Central and Mike Schadwinkel of Grand Island will be co-head coaches for the West and will be assisted by Ed Rouse of Minden and Tyler Herman of Amherst. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Funeral Directors Jun 15, 2007
1304 East 10th Street West Point, GA 31833 (706) 643-3222 ... 1304 East 10th Street West Point, GA 31833 (706) 643-3222 ... 1200 2nd Avenue West Point, GA 31833 (706) 645-2001. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Ready for liftoff Jun 8, 2007
Getting a look Also, NASA said Sturckow will fly the shuttle "in a procedure called the rendezvous pitch maneuver while Atlantis is 600 feet below the station to enable the ISS crew to photograph the shuttle's heat shield. After docking Atlantis, the commander also will be involved in photo documentation of spacewalks and other activities. Lee Archambault, the mission pilot, brings a lot of experience to the job, having logged more than 4,000 hours flying more than 30 aircraft. This will be his... (The Citizen - online, TX)
Andy’s an admiral now Jun 6, 2007
The all-beef hot dogs he sells are made exclusively for him by Wimmer s. The West Point company also makes the jalapeo hot dogs and the Polish sausage he sells. Hy-Vee Food Store makes the buns he uses, adding poppy seeds Just like Chicago, Manes said. (Fremont Tribune, NE)
Thumbnails of Atlantis' 7 astronauts Jun 2, 2007
Forrester earned a bachelor's degree in applied sciences and engineering from the U.S. Military Academy in West Point, N.Y. and a master's degree in mechanical engineering and aerospace engineering from the University of Virginia. He was commissioned by the U.S. Army in 1979 and worked as a flight test engineer, an experimental test pilot and an engineering test pilot. (The Ledger)
Wimmer’s still delivers the goods May 30, 2007
Dave Wimmer of West Point is used to hearing that ... The company has been based in West Point for 50 years, but began in 1934 with Dave s grandparents ... The Wimmers sons George Jr., Harold and Fritz joined the family business after World War II. The family opened a branch plant in 1955 in Dodge and moved the entire operation in 1957 to West Point. (Fremont Tribune, NE)
Clay County to use inmate labor on new EMCC campus May 26, 2007
WEST POINT East Mississippi Community College's new West Point/Clay County campus will get a boost from an unlikely source next week prison inmates. Officials in Clay County and West Point plan on using inmate labor to renovate the old Tennessee Valley Authority building on Highway 45 Alternate North which will soon house the new EMCC campus ... e have help that's supposedly coming through from the state prison system and the sheriff's department with inmates who have the skills we need to... (Columbus Commercial Dispatch, MS)
Pohlmann settles for fourth place May 25, 2007
Richard Schneider, West Point, 75-73-148; 9. Ben Deines, Beatrice, 76-73-149; 10t. (Columbus Telegram, NE)
Scotus back at state for 1st time since ‘99 May 16, 2007
West Point Central Catholic 377, 13. Laurel-Concord 386, 14. (Columbus Telegram, NE)
Perdue: Shut up about Iraq May 12, 2007
I imagine that all members of the decision making cadre in Iraq have attended West Point and/or The American War College. Please forgive my impertinence but this education does not appear to have served them very well in the morass that is Iraq. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Skiles finishes strong; SCC girls win B-4 title May 11, 2007
WEST POINT By the time Jeff Skiles finally caught his breath and got some much needed rest, the Lakeview bus was already on its way out of West Point ... Christensen edged out West Point's Trent Dohmen in the 100 and 200, with times of 11 ... Thursday at West Point. (Columbus Telegram, NE)
Military deaths with Nebraska connections May 11, 2007
He was a 2000 graduate of Dawson-Verdon High School and 2005 graduate of the U.S. Military Academy in West Point, N.Y.. Army Staff Sgt. Jeremy W. Mulhair, 35, died on Nov. 30, when a roadside bomb hit his vehicle in Taji, the Department of Defense said. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
West Point woman finds her sister May 9, 2007
Marlene Oliver, who now lives in West Point with her husband, Darrell, and their dog, Bear, is journaling her 70 years of life, beginning with her 1941 placement in the Nebraska Children s Home Society and separation from Sally, her only sister ... Sitting Monday with her husband, Darrell Oliver, at their home in West Point, she talks as her dog, a 125-pound Labrador-chow mix named Bear, settles down at her feet. (Fremont Tribune, NE)
Storm capture Osceola golf title May 8, 2007
West Point Central Catholic 362, 9. Howells 388, 10. (Columbus Telegram, NE)
HTC escapes Notre Dame 1-0 May 3, 2007
WEST POINT Burington Notre Dame put up more of a fight this time, and Holy Trinity Catholic High School's varsity boys soccer team squeaked by with a 1-0 victory Tuesday over the visiting Nikes at the new South Park soccer field. Holy Trinity had won up at Burlington 5-0 in the previous meeting. (Fort Madison Daily Democrat, IO)
College Football Apr 30, 2007
WEST POINT, N.Y., 12:32 p.m. Jan. 29 (AP) : Bobby Ross retired Monday as Army's football coach, and without a victory over Navy in his three seasons with the Black Knights. Feb. 5 (UNION-TRIBUNE) : No head coach in the history of college football ever has made the following public statement: I'm somewhat disappointed with the new recruits I just signed. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Gymnastics - M Apr 29, 2007
550 - No. 7 Stanford Travels To No. 4 California - Stanford Men's Gymnastics Opens 2006 Season With Alumni Meet - Lucas Hughes Signs With Stanford - Sender Named Alternate For U.S. World Championship Team - Mutsumi Harada Named Assistant Coach For Men's Gymnastics - David Sender Earns Spot on the U.S. Senior National Team - Two Cardinal Gymnasts Compete at USA Nationals - Stanford Men's Gymnastics Ranked No. 1 in Academics - Sho Nakamori Earns Spot at USA Gymnastics Championships - Seven... (Gostanford.com)
Pohlmann starts quickly at SCC Invite Apr 20, 2007
West Point Central Catholic 364, 14. Columbus High JV 368, 15. (Columbus Telegram, NE)
Sunland area players earn AP all-state honors Apr 15, 2007
Honorable Mention Kyle Stine, Adams Central; Michael McLeod, Ainsworth; Joe Hansen, Alvin Voss, Arlington; Brett Sapp, Bryan York, Ashland-Greenwood; Grant Cole, Trent Jones, Auburn; Robert Barry, Aaron Morrissey, Curtis Thompson, Battle Creek; Tyler Byrd, Bennington; Brandon Mach, Bishop Neumann; Brent Dawson, Kraig Flanagan, Anthony Michael, Boone Central; Isiah Gandy, Boys Town; Tyler Farmer, Bryan Meyer, Broken Bow; Sam Blake, Chris Foreman, Brett Maher, Centennial; Kraig Charron, Aaron... (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
West Point Bryan Foods plant shuts down today Mar 31, 2007
WEST POINT After today, a century-old West Point institution is no more ... t's just a gut-wrenching thing that has happened down there, said George Bryan, whose grandfather, J.C. Bryan Sr., began selling pork products out of a West Point shop in 1909 ... In 1968, Sara Lee, called Consolidated at the time, purchased Bryan Foods, retaining the brand name and the company's West Point processing plant. (Columbus Commercial Dispatch, MS)
Ortmeier continues tradition at WPCC Mar 31, 2007
The names rattle off like a Who's Who of West Point Central Catholic girls basketball ... Kristine Ortmeier of West Point Central Catholic is the latest in a long line of talented players for the Bluejays ... Honorable Mention Erica Leaver, Arlington; Kelsey Hansen, Stacey Havekost, Bennington; Cassie Keck, Miki Wulf, Elly Janssen, Blair; Megan Stansberry, Cedar Bluffs; Karla Bertelsen, Jewel Doherty, Douglas County West; Madi Sorrick, Fremont High School; Shelly Jacobs, Halie Wewel, Fremont... (Fremont Tribune, NE)
People briefs Mar 29, 2007
Board of Directors Elected Jeff Pribnow, Kaup Seed and Fertilizer, West Point, Neb. New Agricultural Youth Council members named. (Midwest Bulls Eye, NE)
BCIG's Bolteis GatoradePlayer of the Year Mar 29, 2007
March 29, 2007 ONLINE EDITION. More honors for Battle Creek-Ida Grove senior Kelsey Bolte. (Sioux City Journal)
U.S. Senate backs a pullout date in Iraq war bill Mar 28, 2007
"A second-year cadet at West Point could tell you that if you announce when the end will be, it's a recipe for defeat.". McCain, who had planned to be away from the Capitol on Tuesday campaigning for his presidential bid, turned to a large map of Iraq positioned next to him on an easel as he made his argument. (International Herald Tribune)
Pioneer pilot Mar 26, 2007
Mr. Andrews plans to invite a number of Gen. O Malley s former colleagues, as well as members of his graduating class at West Point, some of whom have already begun reserving hotel rooms, according to Gen. O Malley s sister, Ellen O Malley Kanavy ... Upon graduating from West Point at 21, he embarked for the Air Force, eventually receiving his wings at Bryan Air Force Base in Hondo, Texas ... Following graduation from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, commissioned into the Air Force to... (Scranton Times, PA)
Bush's support wavering even in red states Mar 19, 2007
Scott Pfeiffer of West Point, who voted for Bush both times, now says: think he is doing a terrible job. In any historical ranking of presidents, Pfeiffer says, Bush will end up owards the bottom. (Columbus Telegram, NE)
Flooding Closes Two Nebraska Highways Mar 12, 2007
Officials said the closed roads are Highway 275, south of West Point, and Highway 12, east of Niobrara. The Highway 12 closure doesn't affect access to the Chief Standing Bear Bridge. (7 KETV Omaha)
Voters May Choose To Boost Their Own Property Taxes Mar 12, 2007
Patrons will go to the polls in Madison, Wakefield, West Point and Beemer on, to consider some taxing issues, the reported ... The voters in Beemer and West Point will decide whether to OK $8. (Nebraska Statepaper)
Nebraska Girls State Basketball Tournament Mar 4, 2007
Homer 57, West Point Central Catholic 47. Games Friday. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
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said the beef processors he talks to say there's an overcapacity, even though Tyson closed its Nebraska slaughter plant in West Point and processing plant in Norfolk more than a year ago. Something's got to give, he said. (Sioux City Journal)
Girls state tourney results Mar 2, 2007
Kristine Ortmeier led all scorers with 24 points for West Point CC. Nicole Stieren had 13 rebounds and Jacquelyn Steuter 12 for the Bluejays, who dominated the boards, 49-32. Kearney Catholic 54, Malcolm 33. (Columbus Telegram, NE)
Westside Has Second Thoughts About Basketball Decision Mar 2, 2007
Class C2M Games Thursday At Lincoln High Perkins County (20-0) vs. East Butler (19-5), 1:30 p.m. Elkhorn Valley (19-5) vs. Blue Hill (21-3), 5 p.m. Kearney Catholic (23-0) vs. Malcolm (17-6), 7 p.m. West Point Central Catholic (20-4) vs. Homer (21-4), 9 p.m. Games Friday At Pershing Perkins County-East Butler winner vs. Elkhorn Valley-Blue Hill winner, 9:30 a.m. Kearney Catholic-Malcolm winner vs. West Point Central Catholic-Homer winner, 11:30 a.m. Championship-Saturday, 1:30 p.m.. CLASS D1... (7 KETV Omaha)
Final farewells at Fort Richardson Mar 1, 2007
Jacob, 25, was a West Point graduate; his brother Dan is a third-year cadet there ... 1st Lt. Jacob Noal Fritz, 25, a West Point graduate, grew up in a small town in Nebraska. (Anchorage Daily News)
Package may be a bargain Mar 1, 2007
A year ago, Mississippi lost out on a Kia Motors America plant to West Point, Ga. which offered more than $409 million in state and local incentives for a 2,800-job facility. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Homer girls fill in banner with first trip to state Mar 1, 2007
Tonight at 9, Homer faces perennial power West Point Central Catholic, the same team that beat the Lady Knights Friday in a Class C2 district final. After that loss, Homer players and coaches knew that in order to get a wild card entry to state, they needed Perkins County to win its district final. (Sioux City Journal)
Bancroft-Rosalie reaches double digits Mar 1, 2007
"The other two returning starters are Antonia Hennig, a 5-4 senior point guard and Elizabeth Cerny, a 5-6 senior forward. Katie Stansberry, a 5-6 junior, contributes 8.5 points and 4.5 rebounds per game.Samuelson's deep bench includes juniors Morgan Knuppel, Jessica Wagner, Ashleen Marr and Molly Feeken.After starting the season with 10 consecutive victories, the Panthers lost to West Point Central Catholic 52-41. Another seven wins followed before a 56-51 setback to Homer in the Lewis... (Sioux City Journal)
St. Francis seeks perfection along with third title Feb 28, 2007
This year, the Flyers own victories against state qualifiers West Point Central Catholic and Bancroft-Rosalie ... St. Francis' other loss came against West Point Central Catholic, which owns the state's longest winning streak, in 2004. (Columbus Telegram, NE)
Northeast Nebraska Residents Still Under Flooding Warning Feb 27, 2007
Parts if Highway 275 near West Point remained closed by floodwaters. Update from West Point on KETV NewsWatch 7 at 6. (7 KETV Omaha)
Title games alter times, change regular schedule Feb 26, 2007
While the schedule has some inbred disadvantages for some classes, like having to play at 9:30 in the morning or the nightcap every year, ask West Point Central Catholic and South Sioux City how they like playing the bookend games. Sure it takes a little time to adjust to playing at the extreme times, but the teams that are playing on Saturday will have played games close to the championship game starting time during the first two days of the tournament. (Columbus Telegram, NE)
Ice Jams 3 Miles Long Seen Near West Point Feb 24, 2007
-- The Elkhorn River has an ice jam three miles long south of West Point on Friday, according to reports from the National Weather Service. A flood warning is in effect in the area until 9 p.m. Friday, and some flooding was reported in low spots in Cuming and Stanton counties. (7 KETV Omaha)
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McDonald cited West Point as an example of a municipality that did not install a shut-off system when it installed a new sewer system and he said now the town has a 3,900 deficit as a result. Kensett is considering a tentative agreement with Southeast White County Water Co., of Higginson which would include a 2 per customer fee for payment collection. (Searcy Daily Citizen, AR)
Rising City rallies in 4th quarter to slip past Panthers Feb 20, 2007
WEST POINT Howells held off Clarkson for a 52-46 victory in the first round of the Class C2-5 subdistrict Monday night. Brandon Dinslage scored 14 points to lead the Red Devils, while Aaron Konicek added 10 points. (Columbus Telegram, NE)
Neitzke, Lindley win first-round state matches Feb 16, 2007
5, Lincoln Christian 22, Tekamah-Herman 21, Gibbon 20, Mitchell 20, Randolph 20, Kimball 19, Southern Valley 19, Raymond Central 18, Central City 17, North Bend Central 17, Wood River 16, Ashland-Greenwood 13, Arlington 11, Grand Island Central Catholic 11, Kenesaw/Shelton 11, Ord 11, Chase County 10, Hershey 9, Louisville 9, Wakefield 9, Ainsworth 8, Bridgeport 7, Lutheran High Northeast 7, Milford 7, Fillmore Central 6, Conestoga 4, Douglas County West 4, Fort Calhoun 4, Hastings St. Cecilia... (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
West Point goes on after Tyson Feb 16, 2007
WEST POINT A year ago today, there was a special chill in the air in this town of 3,600 that the warmest coat couldn t keep out ... To most communities, that would be devastating, said Patti Knobbe of the West Point Chamber of Commerce, and many people might wonder how West Point survived ... Pamida is building a new store, a Horizon Inn and Suites is being added to lodging options, and Northeast Community College in Norfolk is expanding its West Point educational offerings. (Fremont Tribune, NE)
Nebraska wrestling tournament results Feb 16, 2007
Jeffrey Green, West Point-Beemer, 11-2 ... Adam Brodahl, West Point-Beemer, def ... Micah Pomplun, Broken Bow, won by FFT over Devin Schroeder, Beatrice, FFT. Andrew Brodahl, West Point-Beemer, pinned Tucker Voycheske, Ogallala, 4:46. (Sioux City Journal)
Barbour hits campaign trail Feb 15, 2007
He noted the closing of the West Point Sara Lee Bryan Foods plant, which will leave more than 1,200 employees jobless when the facility shuts down in late March, should be a wake-up call for communities invested in low-skill jobs. f you look at Sara Lee up in West Point, it's clear for years that they were not reinvesting money in that facility, he said. (Columbus Commercial Dispatch, MS)
‘Maya hero' gets letter jacket from teammates Feb 12, 2007
Other Games of Interest: Girls subdistricts: Howells and West Point Central Catholic at C2-5, Lindsay Holy Family and Prague at D2-2; Friday: Twin River boys at Humphrey St. Francis, Wahoo boys at Schuyler; Saturday: State wrestling finals. n Working Halftime: Schuyler concession stand. (Columbus Telegram, NE)
State rallies agencies to help Bryan employees Feb 10, 2007
WEST POINT Plans for retraining and finding work are under way for hundreds of Sara Lee Bryan Foods plant employees scheduled to lose their jobs on March 30 when the West Point plant closes, officials say ... On Jan. 29, Sara Lee Food age, Clay County's largest private employer, announced 1,200 employees will lose their jobs March 30 when the company shuts down its entire operation in West Point. (Columbus Commercial Dispatch, MS)
The Randy Yoder Family Feb 8, 2007
Paula was born December 2, 1965 to David W. and Stella (Oswald) Hathaway in West Point, Nebraska. She attended a one-room country school, District #7, and was the only student in her class through 6th grade. (Kalona News, IA)
Top talent headed out of state Feb 7, 2007
"That's unfortunate," said Salpointe coach Dennis Bene, who has two other players signing with Ivy League schools and another, quarterback Max Fritz, taking an appointment with West Point to play for Army. "You expect with a program like (the University of Arizona), that's up and coming, right on the verge of making some noise on the national level, they would get some of these kids. "But they kind of want to see another part of the world. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Fremonter dies in crash Feb 6, 2007
Both men were transported to West Point Hospital. Jones was treated for minor injuries and released. (Fremont Tribune, NE)
Students match wits in math at annual contest Feb 4, 2007
Other teams at the competition included Boone Central Middle School, Cross County School, Lakeview Community Schools, Dodge Public Schools, Pope John XXIII Catholic High School of Elgin, Madison Public Schools, Norfolk Junior High School, North Bend Central Public Schools, Saint Mary's Junior/Senior High School, St. Edward Public School, South Sioux City Middle School, West Point Public Schools and Guardian Angels School. Sponsors of the event were Hy-Vee, SuperSaver, McDonalds, Wal-Mart,... (Columbus Telegram, NE)
Students to count on math skills Saturday Feb 1, 2007
School, Sunrise Elementary School, Scotus Central Catholic Junior/Senior High School, Columbus Middle School, Crabtree Family School, Dodge Public Schools, Pope John XXIII Catholic High School of Elgin, Madison Public Schools, Norfolk Junior High School, North Bend Central Public Schools, Saint Mary's Junior/Senior High School of O'Neill, St. Edward Public Schools, South Sioux City Middle School, West Point Public Schools and Guardian Angels School. The public is invited to attend the... (Columbus Telegram, NE)
West Point leaders fight back for city's future Feb 1, 2007
West Point leaders fight back for city's future ... WEST POINT As Sara Lee Bryan Foods plant workers grapple with the looming reality of disappearing jobs, community leaders are already planning the next step forward ... West Point Mayor Scott Ross is scheduled to host a public meeting at the West Point Civic Saturday at 10 a.m. to discuss the plant closing and its impact on the area. (Columbus Commercial Dispatch, MS)
Myers not in future plans at Heritage Feb 1, 2007
He was a junior high coach at Oak Hill Academy in West Point in 2005 before returning to the varsity level at Heritage. Myers was Heritage Academy's sixth head coach since Ray Wooten was the man in charge for 13 seasons through the 1994 campaign. (Columbus Commercial Dispatch, MS)
Falls City Lays Fallen Soldier To Rest Feb 1, 2007
Fritz was a graduate of the U.S. Military Academy at West Point. He had told his family he always intended to come home to Richardson County and farm once his Army service was through. (7 KETV Omaha)
Air Force Set to Host Army at Cadet West Gym Feb 1, 2007
SCOUTING THE BLACK KNIGHTS: Army recently hosted the West Point Open, finishing third among collegiate teams with a score of 197. 750. (Airforcesports.com)
Verdon Soldier Will Be Memorialized Wednesday Jan 31, 2007
He was also a West Point graduate. He will be memorialized at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday at Prichard Auditorium in Falls City. (7 KETV Omaha)