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Though the first shipments of the newly approved COVID-19 vaccines are arriving in this area, the vaccine didn’t arrive in time for some people. Monday night South Heartland District Health Department (SHDHD) officials reported four additional COVID-19-related deaths, bringing the health district total of deaths attributed to the virus to 46. Others with the virus have died but their death was attributed to other causes. A spokesperson for the health district, Michele Bever said two of the deaths were in Clay County and two in Adams County. B...
Local skies were clear Monday night and many residents were out after sundown looking into the western sky and filled with antcipation. They hoped to see the much hyped great conjunction when the two largest planets in the solar system, Jupiter and Saturn, align to create a rare event that some thought would resemble the biblical Star of Bethlehem, also known as the Christmas Star. Monday was the first time the planets aligned like this since the Middle Ages. The planets appeared low in the western sky for about an hour after sunset as viewed...
The Nuckolls County Board of Commissioners met for their regularly scheduled meeting at the county courthouse in Nelson, Monday. All three commissioners were present. The board worked through a light agenda. With the conclusion of the railroad crossing project at the Superior East facility, the board returned to implementing the original resolution regarding traffic usage of County Road B and 3900. The board adjourned to meet as the Board of Equalization. They approved motor vehicle tax exemptions for Brodstone Memorial Hospital, Good...
Community Action Partnership of Mid-Nebraska has set the first quarter 2021 schedule for clinics held by Womens, Infants and Children Program (WIC). The program currently serves more than half of all infants born in the United States. It offers suppot to anyone who cares for a child, be it the mother, father, grandparents, foster parents, stepparents or guardians. Because of COVID-19, all appoinetments are completed over the telephone. Community Action Partnership serves residents of 10 Nebraska counties including, Nuckolls, Clay, Webster, Adam...
Kaylene Rumsey and Kaylene Badger have joined with Usborne Books to sponsor Senior Holiday Activity Bundles for presentation to residents of area nursing homes including the Good Samaritan Center in Superior and the homes in Beloit. Donors were enlisted to help finance the purchase of activity books like adult coloring books, word and number puzzle books. Donations form local donors were matched by Usborne Books. Rumsey is a registered nurse at Brodstone Memorial Hospital....
As of Tuesday morning, 8,985 Nebraskans had received their first dose of COVID-19 vaccine since the first shipments began arriving in the state a week ago. The first round of vaccines were targeted to hospital and health care workers providing direct patient care, as well as emergency medical technicians, paramedics and those who will be vaccinating priority groups in the months to come. The vaccine distributed by Pfizer was the first to receive U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) approval and be delivered in Nebraska. The Pfizer vaccine...
On Thursday, Susan Newell at the Jewell County Rural Health Clinic gave the first COVID-19 vaccine in the county. The Pfizer vaccine was administered to front line employees at the hospital and to the residents of the long-term care. The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) mandates which group of individuals get the vaccine next. The staff who received the vaccine felt comfortable in getting it. They were excited the vaccine was available to them. Staff and residents are hopeful...
The first Christmas tree lighting in Mankato occurred Saturday in the city park. Mayor Justin Schoonover and the city council thanked the Jewell County Community Foundation and the Greater Salina Foundation who made this event possible with the support of the Mankato city council. Councilman Neil Becker, dressed as Santa, drove a Farmall tractor around the park led by John Deere lawnmowers as his reindeer. City administrator Barry Parsons and councilman Chris Klos rode on a trailer which was...
The Superior Middle School and High School music departments presented their winter concert at the Superior High School gymnasium last Tuesday. Because of COVID-19 protocols, attendance was limited to parents and guardians of the participants. The attendees were masked and practiced social distancing. For band members, there were many adjustments to be made this school session. There was no pep band performing at football games this season. The decision was taken to eliminate wind instruments an...
Concordia University named 244 students to its honors list for the Fall 2020 semester. The top 25 percent of all undergraduate students who complete at least 12 credit hours qualify for the honors list. Area students receiving honors include Maccoy Menke of Lawrence, and Emma Schnakenberg of Superior....
The Red Cross Blood Mobile will be returning to Nelson again in just two weeks, on Friday Jan. 8. This will be exactly eight weeks since they were here on Nov. 13. Those donating last time will be eligible to donate again. To schedule an appointment, go to www.redcrossblood.org or give Sally Uhrmacher a call at 402-225-4292....
n my 50 years with The Express, I’ve investigated a number of ideas that were to bring new revenue to the newspaper business. Most have not lived up to their projections although some were ahead of their time. One of the first was the copy machine. Now most everybody has a way to make copies. If they don’t have a copy machine, many people have a way to scan and print documents with their cell phones and computer related equipment. Our first copier here at the newspaper was a monstrously heavy machine. To discourage its use, we put it in the...
Christmas memories are showing up this week. There are the memories of the Oak Creek country school’s Christmas programs that were prepared in songs, poems, and making those special gifts for our parents. The little stage area in the one room schoolhouse had a wire stretched above the stage and sheets were used to create curtains. The classes took turns preforming their parts for the parents, grandparents, friends and neighbors who were seated on folding chairs in the audience. Then Santa would arrive, passing out treats. Sunday School Christma...
This past week has been a bust. Thursday morning, as I climbed from my bed, I immediately fell back onto it. Vertigo is a horrible thing. I thought the sensation would pass, but by afternoon it was evident that it would not. I’ve had this before, but I don’t remember it being so persistent and lasting for so long. Typically the dizziness is a side effect from a sinus infection I ignored for too long and remedied with anti-inflammatories and decongestants. After taking an unexpected seat on the living room floor, attempting to pull the cha...
In Esbon, we believe in Santa Claus! Along with the children’s letters, I’ve included one of my most favorite articles, I do hope you will enjoy it and remember how magical this time of year is..how much we all need to embrace the heart and ideals of youth and work together to make glad the heart of childhood. Dear Editor: I am 8 years old. Some of my little friends say there is no Santa Claus. Papa says, “If you see it in THE SUN it’s so.” Please tell me the truth; is there a Santa Claus? Vi...
The Superior girls basketball team played their best first half of the season against Centennial High School but it wasn't enough to clinch the victory. In reviewing the game, Coach Jacob Nannen said "We played our best basketball of the season in the first half with energized and fast paced basketball as we went on a huge 19-0 run. We were sprinting the floor and looking to hit ahead to score quickly." "In the second half, we got away from what was successful for us in the first half....
The Superior Boys Basketball team traveled to D1 No. 4 ranked Southern Valley Friday for a clash with the Eagles. The Cats trailed by four points after the first quarter. Southern Valley extended their lead in the second out scoring Superior by 7 in the period. "Our 1-3-1 defense gave them trouble early, but in the second quarter they started to figure it out. We switched to man-to-man in the second half and played much better defense," said Coach Chadwell. Superior won the third quarter 8-7,...
The Superior High School wrestling team traveled to Hooper, Saturday, to compete at the Duane Carlson Invitational at Logan View High School. The Wildcats finished in ninth place in the 15 team field with 55 points. Other teams competing at the event were Midland, Columbus Lakeview, Fillmore Central, Logan View, Battle Creek, Syracuse, Fort Calhoun, Howells -Dodge, Lincoln Northeast, Columbus Scotus, Logan View Junior Varsity, North Bend Central, Omaha North and Southern, Hayden Neeman wrestled...
After encountering several game cancellations, the Rock Hills High School basketball team opened their 2020-2021 season with a 51-18 loss to the St. John’s-Tipton Blujays at Mankato, last Tuesday. Rock Hills fell behind early in the game and never recovered as the Blujays pulled out to a 23-10 halftime lead. All hope was lost when St. John’s-Tipton held a 44-16 lead with one quarter remaining in the game. The Grizzlies were left with a 51-18 loss. Lauren Whelchel put through 10 points to top...
After their first two scheduled games of the 2020-2021 season were cancelled because of COVID-19 related issues, the Rock Hills High School boys basketball team took to the court, Tuesday, at Mankato where they hosted the St. John's-Tipton Blujays. When the game ended, the Grizzlies were saddled with a 55-42 loss. Rock Hills held a 13-10 lead after the first quarter of play. Roles were reversed as St. John's-Tipton pulled out to a 25-18 lead at the halfway mark. The teams each scored 16 points...
"Those few seconds will not hurt . . . don't worry . . ." Nothing could have been further from the truth last Friday night at the High School gym in Nelson. Both teams came into the game with 2-2 records and it was an 'intense' game and those seconds mentioned above made the difference in the ball game. Quarter 1: The teams played five minutes and L-N let by a point. Friend went scoreless for the final three minutes and L-N built up a five point lead. Logan Menke with 8 and Krayton Kucera with...
During the high school basketball season, playing just one game a week is something of a rare occurrence. However, it may have been a good occurrence for the L-N Lady Raiders. A little extra practice time is never a waste of time. The girls entertained Friend High School on the home court in Nelson last Thursday and after a rocky start, played a good game. The game summary: The first two minutes of the game looked anything but good. L-N gave up four turnovers in the first two minutes of the...
Michael L. Higbee, 60, was born July 18, 1960, in Concordia, Kan., the son of Jack L. and Nancy A. (Reed) Higbee. Michael graduated from Mankato High School with the Class of 1978. Following high school, Michael attended Cloud County Community College and then Kansas State University, before returning to the family farm. Michael was a farmer his entire adult life, and enjoyed time outdoors and hunting. He also enjoyed time with his family and friends and playing cards in Belleville at the cafe.... Full story
Rayoma Kleen-Keating, 76, born Jan. 30, 1944, passed into Jesus’ arms on Dec. 14, 2020. Super mom, wife, grandmother, sister, aunt, sister-in-law and best friend to all. Nanny Ray is survived by her larger-than-life husband of 30 fun filled, adventurous years, Charlie Keating; her two children, Jason Henning and Nelsie Henning-Sweeney; Jason’s wife, Kelly, and their sons, Christian, Caleb and Cole and Nelsie’s children, Alexandria, Gabrielle, Olivia and Samuel; Charlie’s sons, Dan Leiker, wife, Jenny, daughter, Janie, Mike Keating, wife, T... Full story
Jerry P. Bohnert, age 72, of Topeka, died Friday, Dec.18, 2020, at the Topeka Center in Topeka. Jerry was born March 24, 1948, in Beloit, the son of Roy and Lelah (Opplinger) Bohnert. Jerry graduated from Topeka High School in 1967. He served in the U.S. Army and was stationed in Korea. He married Cathy Campbell in 1976. They later divorced. Jerry worked at the Veterans Administration Medical Center until he retired in 1996. Jerry enjoyed trains of all kinds. He enjoyed watching trains, was a model railroader and even built a large-sized model... Full story
