News

Aurora Coop merges with Farmers Union

Wed, 09/17/2025 - 1:10pm

Aurora Cooperative Elevator Company, a Nebraska cooperative corporation (“Aurora Cooperative”) is pleased to announce the completion of its merger with Farmers Union Co-Operative Association of Kearney, Nebraska (“Farmers Union”). Effective September 2, 2025, this strategic merger unites two longstanding farmer-owned cooperatives, poised to create enhanced value and expanded service offerings for their members in the Kearney area.

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Cornerstone Bank hosts community appreciation bbq night

Wed, 09/10/2025 - 12:44pm

Cornerstone Bank in Shelton said “thank you” to customers and members of the community on Friday, September 5, by hosting a community appreciation barbecue night at Veterans Memorial Park. Pulled pork sandwiches, potatoes, pasta salad, cookies and a beverage were served by members of the Cornerstone Bank crew. Nice late summer weather prevailed for the event which was well attended.

Wood River Fire and Rescue (WRFR) was recently the recipient of Black Hills Energy Funds for Firefighters grant funds. Pictured, left to right, are Stephanie King (of Black Hills Energy), Brett Rooks (BHE), WRFR volunteer Jennie Maloney, Nick Eckert (BHE)

Wood River Fire and Rescue awarded Black Hills Energy Funds for firefighters grant

Wed, 09/10/2025 - 12:44pm

September is National Preparedness Month, a time to spotlight the importance of readiness and resilience in our communities. In recognition, Black Hills Energy is proud to support local firefighters with $135,000 in Funds for Firefighters safety grants, a 2025 giving initiative of the Black Hills Corporation Foundation.

Clipper mail delivery improves

Wed, 09/10/2025 - 12:44pm

For those of us who enjoy turning pages of a newspaper, instead of scrolling or swiping, we have some good news! After a couple of weeks of fine tuning some details, the delivery of the Shelton Clipper has improved for the majority of our subscribers. Most in-state newspapers are now being delivered by Friday, one day after our Thursday publication date. This is an improvement from the four to six days that it was taking for the newspaper to make it through the postal system, before implementing the changes.

Two area newspapers ending publications

Wed, 09/10/2025 - 12:44pm

This month, two area newspapers are closing their doors after more than a century of serving their communities and schools. The Beacon-Observer, which served the Overton and Elm Creek communities and most of the Fort Kearny Conference schools, will see their final issue roll off of the press this week. Founded in 1899, the newspaper has been a fixture in western Buffalo County and eastern Dawson County for generations, chronicling local life and serving as a vital link between its communities.

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