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Laurynn and Quynn Andrews, of Shelton, found success at the Buffalo County Fair recently held in Kearney. Quynn, above, received Reserve Champion Intermediate Swine Showman, Reserve Division I Gilt, and Reserve Duroc Breeding Gilt. She was also named the Outstanding Swine Exhibitor. Not only was Quynn successful in the ring, but she also excelled in her static exhibits as the jewelry set she made (at left) received a purple ribbon and Champion and she was named Outstanding Clothing and Textiles Exhibitor.

The results of the kids pedal tractor pull held during Wood River Fun Fest on Saturday, August 2, were recently announced. Forty-seven pullers, ages four through eleven, competed in the pull. The top three finishers in both the boys and girls age categories qualified to pull at the Nebraska State Fair. In the four year old boys category, first place went to Brooks Smith, Crofton Gill took second place, and Bennett Hinton was third. There were no girls in that age category.

On Wednesday, August 6, the Gibbon High School Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Chapter made a splash to start the 2025-2026 school year with its annual FBLA Pool Party at the Gibbon Swimming Pool. The event brought together FBLA officers, members, and non-members for an afternoon of fun, networking, and recruitment. The poolside gathering served as both a chance for returning members to reconnect and an opportunity to welcome potential new members before the start of the school year. “This event is a fun and relaxed way to start the year,” said FBLA Adviser Debra Stroh. “It helps new members feel welcome and returning members get excited about the year ahead.”