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Elgin, Neligh Knights donate to AC Food Pantry

The Elgin and Neligh Knights of Columbus made separate donations to the Antelope County Food Pantry last week. Each organization presented $1,000 checks to...

Food pantry to disperse food on December 16

The mobile food pantry, sponsored by the Neligh Faith Community Church as well as various other churches, individuals, and businesses in the area, will...

Sandi Henn’s dream come true on Live with Kelly and Mark

Dreams do come true.  For the last 15 years, Sandi Henn of rural Elgin, has watched the TV show starring Kelly Ripa on ABC, now...

Virgil takes a bride

There was nary an empty seat Sunday night at St. Boniface Auditorium for the school’s dinner theatre performance of ‘Virgil’s Wedding.’ Shown here in...

Way Out West 4-H Club earns ‘top club’ honors at Awards Night

The Way Out West 4-H Club was named the 2025 Outstanding 4-H Club at the 4-H Achievement Night celebration held Sunday in Neligh. According...

Schmitt to be guest speaker at Elgin Vets Day program

Veterans Day will be observed in Elgin with a special program next week. On the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month...

Three sentenced during Antelope County Court last week

A 27-year-old Albion man will spend 7 days in jail after being sentenced by the Honorable Donna Taylor in Antelope County Court, Sept. 19. Blake...

EPPJ dropped to Class D1 for volleyball

Having competed in Class C2 last year in girls volleyball, Elgin Public-Pope John have now been designated as a Class D1 school for the...
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No one can replace Bernie at ER

By: Jane Schuchardt Editor’s Note: This continues a series of articles celebrating pride in our town and its surroundings shown through the experience of residents,...

EPS Class of 2026 returns from memorable trip

The Class of 2026 recently returned from an unforgettable educational adventure to Washington, D.C. and New York City, packed with historic landmarks, cultural experiences,...

Countless heroes and loved ones remembered

On a day set aside to remember those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for freedom, and for loved ones no longer with us,...

Elgin landmark given new purpose

For about 1-1/2 years, the St. Boniface Catholic Church rectory in Elgin has set virtually empty.  Aside from an occasional meeting held there or...

Red Cross Bloodmobile

The date has been announced for the next Red Cross Bloodmobile coming to Elgin. The bloodmobile will be at the KC Hall in Elgin...

Open for business again

Much to the delight of Elgin area residents, Kara Funk’s Blend & Brew 402 is now open for business. Located at the corner of...

Poker Run to assist Travis Dozler family

A ‘Benefit Ride for Travis Dozler’ will be held next month. The ‘poker run’ will be held Saturday, June 21. It will start and end...

City insurance premiums rise due to hike in property values

Following a brief presentation by 118 Insurance Owner Megan Beckman, the Elgin City Council approved a new insurance package. Beckman presented information about the proposed...

Statewide burn ban now in effect

Governor Jim Pillen has issued a statewide burn ban to remain in effect until further notice. He emphasized the persistent dry conditions that have continued...

Ready and willing to serve

The Elgin FFA Chapter held their annual banquet Thursday night. Near the conclusion, new officers for 2025-2026 were announced. Pictured in the front row...

PJCC musical “Snoopy” to be held May 16 & 18

Pope John XXIII Central Catholic students will present Snoopy!!! in the St. Boniface Auditorium on Friday and Sunday, May 16 and May 18. The...

Klein, Kinney take top honors in Americanism Essay

Americanism Essay contest winners have been announced. The contest, sponsored annually by the American Legion Auxiliary Elgin Unit #229, asks students to write an essay...