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The new year of 2025 has arrived, ready or not! Happy New Year! It will take me about two months before I become used to writing 2025 on my checks and other official papers. This year, looking forward to the new year’s arrival, wasn’t at all like it was in my youth. Then it seemed the days could not fly by fast enough. I could not wait until another birthday would arrive and I would be close to becoming a teenager, getting a driver’s license and graduation from high school. When I became engaged and the wedding date was set for the comin...
Q: Why would God let this pandemic kill so many people? A: This is an important question and one that I want to handle with particular care and sensitivity. Probably the best way to do so is to encourage those seeking the answer to this question to read the story of the sickness and death of Lazarus in the Gospel of John, Chapter 11. Jesus Christ was God Himself, living on the earth as a human being. The way he responded to the death of his good friend Lazarus shows us several important things about God’s character. I will present the main p...
With this issue, The Express begins Volume 126, That means The Superior Express has been published for 125 years and always under the name of The Superior Express. C. E. Dedrick published the first issue in January of 1900, approximately 25 years after the town was established. Depending upon how one counts time, The Express could be even older. When it was established, Mr. Dedrick took over the subscription list of the Superior Sun, a paper that had been established perhaps 10 years earlier and edited by Charles Bishop. The earliest copies of...
I know a lot of people think the ‘Christmas” season is over already, but it is not. The following little phrase come from Pope Benedict 16, a well-educated and holy man. I hope it carries a message to you as you reflect on the few words that carry a strong message. “From the moment of his birth, He belongs outside the realm of what is important and powerful in worldly terms. Yet it is this unimportant and powerless child that proves to be the truly powerful one, the one on whom ultimately everything depends.” A O Dear Santa: I know this le...
During most of my years living in Pennsylvania, there was snow on Christmas. However, the year I was 14 there had been no snow by the holiday season. That year the temperature as 68 degrees on Christmas Day in Philadelphia. When you are accustomed to a white Christmas, it is a little difficult to get into the holiday mood without snow. That year, even the customary flannel Christmas pajamas felt out of place. The only normal thing that year was the tree in the living room with sparkling lights and presents piled high. In the back corner was a v...
Frequently, almost unanswerable questions are received at The Express office. In recent days we have been asked for stories related to the a man who passed through Superior riding a “bull” coast to coast. The person making the inquiry said he remembered walking with the man to the east edge of Superior. No doubt someone rode and animal through Superior but we doubt it was a bull. Most likely he was riding a steer. Few bulls are of the temperament to make for good cross-country steeds. Another person said he remember someone riding a “bull” who...
The May 7, 1959, issue of The Superior Express reported a contrast of times. Two nearly new boats collided and were demolished on Lovewell Lake, the Webber community was hit by a tornado, soaking rains since Saturday afternoon had measured 5.36 inches and a wagon train had crossed Nuckolls County that week. The wagon train story follows: (see related discussion of this event in the Editor’s Notebook). Eighteen days on trail, a half-dozen Indian raids and no casualties so far for the Oregon-bound caravan of the Oregon Centennial wagon train. The...
The C. E. Adams home constructed in Superior in 1886 was probably an attention getter when new and it was again this year when the current occupant, Austin Karnatz bathed it in Christmas lights. The Superior Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors named Bob and Lavonda Sloan's yard at 415 Colorado as the December Yard of the Month. Their yard has consistantly been interestingly decorated for Christmas for many years. Above is a portion of the decorations displayed this year. The Superior Chamber of...
Susan Rogers, Nuckolls County Assessor, and Lisa Kovanda, Nuckolls County Deputy Assessor, retired Tuesday after servicing a combined 53 years for the patrons of the county. Lisa began working for the county assessor's office in April of 1990 and has served as deputy assessor since 2012. She is retiring after serving nearly 35 years. Susan began working for the county as an employee of the county clerk's office in 2006. She transferred to the county assessor's office in 2010. She ran for the...
Did you ever wonder why in the United States, we keep to the right but in some other countries keeping to the left is the norm? The Lawrence Locomotive newspaper offered this explanation on Dec. 24, 1904, which was reprinted from the Chicago Tribune. So read the following story and you can answer the question. On a bridge in the city of Victoria, B.C., announced a gentleman driver, who had handled the reins in the good old days when Commodore Vanderbilt and his speedy roadsters were familiar figures upon the smooth pikes of southern New York,...
This wonderful time of year, always brings in a lot of fun and excitement. Celebrations are held everywhere throughout this holiday season. But we must ardently remember to first prioritize our safety, along with the safety and well being of those in the community. We can affect the safety and well being of our friends and families by the simple choices we make each and every day. Throughout this joyous time of year, one filled with unending celebrations, we must think about the safety of...
Members of the Salem Lutheran Church congregation served Christmas dinner for the public at the Vestey Center in Superior. Serving more than a 150 people this year, kept everyone busy. Turkey, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans and all the fixings, ensured no one left hungry. At times people played the piano, while others told jokes and got to know one another. The Christmas meal was open to everyone. Especially, those who might need some company, and enjoy the camaraderie of this special...
Nelson Community United Church of Christ held a Christmas Eve service at 7p.m. last Tuesday. Pastors for the church are Joyce and Ivan Dean. Musicians for the evening were Beth Dolnicek and Mary Statz. Delighting everyone on Christmas Eve, was the organized worship service. Starting the service were greetings, announcements and a special time for the children of the congregation. Pastor Joyce taught the children about the little baby Jesus. She explained to the children that Jesus is the first...
The Lawrence American Legion hosted a New Year’s Day bash. The entire day was filled with family and friends enjoying and celebrating the New Year. Starting at nine in the morning, a breakfast buffet was served. An all-you-can-eat buffet included bacon, sausage, ham, scrambled eggs, egg casserole, hash browns, biscuits and gravy, pancakes, french toast, rolls, coffee, juice and milk. The bar was open from eight a.m. until two p.m. Later it opened at four and closed at 8 p.m. There were many activities provided to join throughout the day. The e...
The Nelson American Legion hosted its annual New Year’s Eve celebration. Music, dancing and other special events were included throughout the evening. Saucy Karaoke started at 7:30 p.m., and continued into the early morning hours. Hamburgers were served. The American Legion in Nelson is a community organization that provides support and resources for veterans and their families. They host events and activities that promotes camaraderie among members and honors the service of those who have served in the military. The organization was founded b...
Ken Ostdiek, who lives southeast of Lawrence was able to record a picture of the fog near his home. Hill tops seem to poke up through the fog as the fog settles in the lower places of the landscape first, and that area is the last to be cleared. A beautiful picture in color and we are fortunate Mr. Ostdiek was ready to take the picture for us to see....
The L-N boys’ basketball team traveled a ways west last week to earn the right to even up their record before the end of the year, 2024. They took on the class C-2 school, Eustis-Farman, also known as Hi-Line. The boys put together a strong game and came home with a 60-42 victory on its record, making the season record to date: 3-3. Because of electronic difficulties we don’t have complete statistics to report, but it appears the Raiders played a pretty steady game. They outscored Hi-Line 41-25 in the first half and 21-17 in the second half. Wi...
Other than the greatest story ever told (the Christmas Story) last week’s second greatest story was the L-N girls’ basketball team trip to western Nebraska to play Hi-Line (Eustis) High School. The Class D-2 Lady Raiders took on another of the 18 or 19 teams in a higher class. And . . . they came home with a win. A 49-41 victory. The game was, without a doubt, the most interesting contest of the young season to date. Looking at the box score was the most puzzling view in the statistics. It looked something like this: L-N 7 9 12 21 - 49 Hi-...
Cohen Alan Edgar, the son of Bradley and Deonna (Sole) Edgar, was born on Aug. 7, 1997, in Kearney, Nebraska. He died on Dec. 26, 2024, at his residence in Grand Island, Nebraska at the age of 27 years, 4 months, 19 days. Cohen grew up in Hastings attending grade school there and his junior and senior high at Lawrence-Nelson, graduating with the Class of 2015. He enjoyed being outdoors which included camping, fishing and country drives in Grandpa Al's pickup. Cohen was a Lego Aficionado. He had...
Verlan Wilford Mussmann, 92, known as Verlie, died on Christmas Day at Parkview Haven Nursing Home in Deshler. He was born on Aug. 15, 1932, to Ben and Edna Mussmann on the family farm near Ruskin. Verlie attended country school until the 8th grade and later received an honorary high school diploma from the military. Verlie was the sixth of 12 children. His brothers were: Orlin, Wilbur and Berwyn and sisters were: Hildreth, Norma, Wilma, Claris, Iona, Lucille, Lila and Loretta. Verlie married Janette Houtwed on Jan. 24, 1953, at St. Mark’s L...
Diane Way, 81, of Superior, died on Dec. 25, 2024, at Superior. Her funeral will be held Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2025, at Centennial Lutheran Church, Superior. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Superior. Megrue-Price Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements....
James Alan Carter, 66, the son of Charles and M. Norena (Grim) Carter, was born April 12, 1958, at Concordia, Kansas. He died on Dec. 27, 2024, at the Kearney Regional Medical Center in Kearney, Nebraska. A longtime resident of the area, Jim received his formal education attending the Superior schools and graduated with the Class of 1976. He was employed for a time with a meat packing plant and then worked as a boat mechanic with the Bait & Tackle Shop at Webber. Jim was united in marriage with Dana Dondlinger on Nov. 15, 1988, at Nelson,...
Lori Ann Cox, the daughter of Robert and Marion (Greenlaw) Brown was born on March 30, 1966, at Concord, New Hampshire She died on Dec. 14, 2024, at the Salina Regional Health Center at Salina Kansas at the age of 58 years 8 months and 14 days. She attended and graduated from Woodland High School at Woodland Maine. After high school, she attended the University of Southern Maine for one year with her studies being in nursing. She then enlisted in the United States Air Force as a Morse Systems...
Gaylen Ernest Meyer, son of Ernest (Bud) H. Meyer and Arlyne Fredericka Johanna (Bartling) Meyer, was born Oct. 12, 1943, at Deshler, Neb- raska. He died on Dec. 22, 2024, at Jefferson Community Health & Life Gardenside, Fairbury, Nebraska, at the age of 81 years, 2 months and 10 days. Gaylen attended Midway School in rural Kansas and Hubbell Grade School. He graduated from Hebron High School in 1961, valedictorian of his class. He graduated from the University of Nebraska – Lincoln, obtaining his master’s degree in 1968, majoring in math. He...
The Minden Whippets won 46-40 over the Superior Lady Wildcats in overtime, Friday night, in the first round of the Grand Island Central Catholic Holiday tournament. Throughout the game, the teams' scores were tied several times. Then one or the other team would take off with a run to lead. For example, Superior had a six point lead in the fourth quarter. Minden, the second ranked team in C-1, out played Superior, the second ranked D-1 team, in overtime earning them a season record of 7-1. It...
