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Northern lights brighten Clipper Country skies and beyond

Wed, 11/19/2025 - 12:35pm

In a rare display that could be seen as far south as Kansas and beyond, the Aurora Borealis put on a show that allowed midwesterners to view the natural light display last week in all its glory. The beautiful colors made for stunning photos by even the most amateur of photographers across the midwest. While photos typically show green streaks, colors can range from purple and blue to crimson and magenta. (–photo by Jeanette Branson)

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Shelton Day of Giving is December 4

Wed, 11/12/2025 - 12:36pm

On-line donations underway

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Stick Creek Kids’ Rhonda Sidders, pictured with husband, David, enjoys her time working with the children at the center. (–courtesy photo)

Working and playing

Wed, 11/12/2025 - 12:36pm

Sidders finds fulfillment working at Wood River’s SCK

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Rural Nebraskans more optimistic about current, future well-being

Wed, 11/12/2025 - 12:36pm

Over the past 30 years, the Nebraska Rural Poll has asked respondents about their current well-being, as well as their outlook on their future. This year, 53% of respondents believe they are better off than they were five years ago, up from 36% last year. This increase in optimism was matched with a sharp decrease in pessimism. This year, just 16% of rural Nebraskans surveyed believe they are worse off compared to five years ago, down from 33% last year.