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Our calendars are telling us that spring arrived a week ago and Easter is just a few days away, but Tuesday morning as I looked outside, it didn’t look like spring or Easter. Blowing snow arrived late Monday afternoon and in our farm yard, three inches of snow covered the ground. Tuesday the sun was out and the blades of grass and road ways were sparkling showing an ice covering. Yet, there is still hope for a brighter Easter as weather predictions say some of the day temperatures this week may get into the 70s. If this happens, the snow w...
Last week’s entries in this space about the building of the Simic roller skating rink caused readers to ask about previous roller skating rinks. I don’t have the answers to all their questions but here is some information I gathered from the newspaper accounts about roller rinks in this area. I’m sure I missed many stories and have failed to include some of the rinks. The first mention found reported on the opening of a roller skating rink in Nelson on Sept. 4, 1884. The next spring the rink held two and a half mile long skating races, one f...
We have been talking about ways to keep a car cool in the hot weather before air conditioning came into use. Of course, the easiest way to feel the breeze was to own a convertible (often known as a “Rag Top”) because it had a cover which could be raised during rainy or cold weather. There were some of them around Superior. Virginia Meier was the envy of most of us as she tooled around town in her Buick convertible. By the way, Virginia’s father was a first-rate mechanic. I had problems with my 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle with the engine cutti...
Q: Is it sinful to have doubts or questions about God? If so, how can I get rid of them? A: It is not sinful to have doubts or questions about God. There are far too many examples in Scripture of godly believers sharing their struggles with God and other mature believers to think that. Some examples include a man named Asaph who felt that God was being unfair in allowing evil people to prosper (Psalms 73), as well as the prophet Habakkuk who decided that he was going to sit on a watchtower until God answered his questions about evil (Habakkuk...
I’ve watched my share of basketball lately, most of it being high school and college action. Last week, as I was watching the Cornhuskers play, a thought came to mind after watching those “big” men bump into each other. Many years ago, I remember hearing a number of parents of high school age boy’s debate over the decision of letting their children play football or basketball in high school. Part of that conversation centered around the fact that basketball used to be called a “non-contact” sport. Watching those games last week brought tho...
I was hoping to avoid the spring crud that I typically get this time of year, but unfortunately, it found me. I was feeling tired and run down for several days. Then over the weekend into Monday, I was having dizzy spells and had an upset tummy. I’m feeling a little better today, and hope that it’s over with. I’m tired of chicken broth, and toast! I had hoped the weatherman was lying about the snow, but sure enough, we got some white stuff on Monday. I haven’t been out in it but it looks like maybe an inch or so, It blew around quite a bit so i...
A local market is turning 75 and still looks so young! The owners of Ideal Market will soon celebrate their store's 75th anniversary. Three generations, grandfather Russell McCord, father Larry McCord, son, Shannon McCord, have kept Ideal going. Through competition from other stores, closures of grocery stores and factories, reduction in area population, wars, market crashes and recessions, Ideal has withstood the test of times and is still going. Russell, or Russ, moved from Fairbury to Superio...
Overwhelming support was shown on a busy Sunday afternoon when nearly 400 people attended the open house and benefit lunch at Superior's Simic roller skating rink. It was but one several special events planned for Palm Sunday. The recreation center's newly formed board has an ambitious list of goals including new heating and air conditioning systems, insulation, plumbing repairs, resurfacing of the skating surface, purchase of a mat to cover the skating surface so other events may be held in...
Nebraska Senator Deb. Fischer was a lunch guest of the Nuckolls County Republicans at the Superior Estates Winery Monday noon. But the senator had to work for her meal. She was asked to speak about current affairs and update the local residents on what is happening in Washington. Currently in Nebraska during the U. S. Senate’s Easter recess, Fischer noted she is in the state most weekends. Her Washington office is about a 20 minute drive from the airport and most Thursdays she takes a direct Southwest Airlines flight to Omaha. Sunday evening s...
Replacement of BNSF railroad’s Central Street crossing was derailed this week by a train derailment. While the railroad was not explicit when reporting a change of plans, it is assumed section workers scheduled to come to Superior would be assigned to other trasks as a result of the derailment and perhaps trains might be rerouted through Superior until the wreckage is cleared. The railroad had planned to start the Superior project yesterday (Wednes-day). The crossing was expected to be closed from March 27 through April 12. The work included r...
Monday’s storm has been blamed by the South Central Public Power District at Nelson for a large scale power outage that left many homes without electric service. Power was restored to all of the district’s residential customers by 2:30 a.m. Tuesday morning. Our e-edition has a link to a video posted by the district showing the problem caused by Monday’s weather. link to facebook video https://www.facebook.com/Superiornewspaper/posts/1155433825427675?notif_id=1711466331304486¬if_t=feedback_reaction_generic&ref=notif...
Motorists driving in downtown Superior may soon have to learn new habits. Monday evening members of the Superior City Council reviewed the sign study report prepared by the city’s engineering consultants. Though no formal action was taken to adopt the suggestions, among the suggestions that seemed to meet with council approval was the one calling for the addition of four-way stop signs in the downtown area. Proposed locations discussed Monday included the Central Avenue intersections with Fourth and Fifth streets and the intersection of F...
Sunday evening the Victorian Legacy staff assisted by other members of Good Samaritan Society’s Superior staff and members of the Superior Elks Lodge hosted an appreciation supper. Invited guests were members of the Superior Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad and Superior and Nuckolls County law enforcement officers. The menu included homemade chili and chicken noodle soup, cinnamon rolls and pie. Staff members and residents expressed their appreciation for the public servants valuable contributions. Over the years the fire department h...
The Jewell County commissioners Keith Roe, Ed Duskie and Brent Beck met Monday, March 4. Carla Waugh, county clerk, was present for the meeting. Ed Duskie was appointed as Jewell County’s alternate representative for the North Central Kansas Regional Planning Commission Board of Directors. James A. Vaughan IV, solid waste director, discussed issues with the baler and personnel. Don Jacobs, sheriff, discussed personnel and purchasing hooded sweatshirts for the dispatchers and deputies. Joel Elkins, general superintendent, discussed personnel. B...
The Formoso Library has been seeking to find ways to be more engaging with it's community. They've previously held genealogy classes, a jewelry making class and a card making workshop. This month the library hosted a soap making class. The class was led by Kimberly Waide of Formoso and was attended by 21 individuals. The class was a demonstration of the process of how to customize your own bars of soap using a melt and pour base, coloring, and fragrances. After the class, everyone was invited...
Nuckolls County high school students and their government teachers attended County Government Day at the county courthouse in Nelson on Monday. The day started with a general assembly, the pledge of allegiance, introduction of the veterans, American Legion representatives, VFW and county officials. Students took an oath of office. Following the introductions, Jayden Jorgensen, a Lawrence-Nelson High School graduate, told about the history of the Star-Spangled Banner. Students were then able to...
Any child between birth and 18 years of age who qualifies by being tested is eligible to receive extra assistance. This includes children who are homeschool or go to school virtually. A public meeting was held last Wednesday evening at the Superior Elementary School to discuss services available. However, no patrons attended the meeting. If a student attends public school, they must meet certain criteria to be tested. Generally, testing is recommended by a staff member or their teacher who has a concern. Parents can also request testing....
The Jewell County Commissioners met Monday, March 11. Commissioners Keith Roe, Ed Duskie and Brent Beck were present. Carla Waugh, county clerk, was present for the meeting. Shannon Meier, ambulance director, provided the monthly activity and billing report for February 2024. He reported the ambulance broke down on the return trip from a transfer. They were able to get it repaired in Fairbury. Shannon said he started to work on the Medicare revalidation for billing. The commissioners went into executive session to discuss non-elected personnel...
The Jewell County Commissioners met Monday, March 18. Commissioners Keith Roe, Ed Duskie and Brent Beck were present. Carla Waugh, county clerk, was present for the meeting. Amanda Davis, register of deeds, had two quotes for two desks with hutches and two tables for her office. Navrat’s bid for two desks and two tables for total $6,079.50 was approved. Don Jacobs, sheriff, discussed patrol vehicle repairs and hiring part-time personnel. Joel Elkins, general superintendent, discussed the tractor purchase and the health insurance claims p...
Beginning Monday, April 1, the Kansas Department of Transportation schedule calls for the start of a millinf and overlay project on 22.3 miles of U.S. 36 and K-128 in Jewell County. Work on U.S. 36 will begin at the west city limits of Mankato and continue west to the southbound K-128 and U.S. 36 junction. Work on K-128 will begin at the southbound K-128 and U.S. 36 junction and continue north to the Nebraska State Line. Flaggers and a pilot car will direct one lane of traffic through construction. Motorists should be prepared to slow down and...
Formoso was named a 2023 Tree City USA by the Arbor Day Foundation to honor its commitment-to·effeetive urban forest management. Formoso achieved Tree City USA recognition by meeting the program’s four requirements: maintaining a tree board or department, having a tree care ordinance, dedicating an annual community forestry budget of at least $2 per capita, and hosting an Arbor Day observance and proclamation. The Tree City USA program is sponsored by the Arbor Day Foundation, in partnership with the U.S. Forest Service and the National As...
Regent Haley Popelka, Belleville welcomed 10 members, and Sharon Tullar – Palmer Museum representative, to the Chapter’s March meeting held on Monday, March 18, at the Palmer Museum, Jewell. Haley led the members in the Flag salute and The American’s Creed. Devotions were led by Chaplain Jane Pahls, Jewell. Treasurer’s report was given by Retha Blecha, Munden. The registrar’s report, was given by Brenda Dooley, Jewell, and information on the process to purchase insignia for a member’s tomb stone was presented by Sherry Koster, Jewell. The...
The polls were certainly not crowded last Tuesday when Jewell County voters were offered an opportunity to express their choices in a presidential preference primary. It was the first time in more than 30 years the Kansas legislature offered the voters such an opportunity, The polls were open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. and 220 people chose to vote. Of the 220, seven expressed a preference for a candidate proposed by the Democrats. Six votes were cast for the current office holder, Joseph R. Biden Jr. The three other names on the ballot did not...
NEK-CAP, Inc. and the Kansas Food Bank are partnering to provide summer meals for youth (age 1-18) this summer. This program is offered in the counties of Jewell, Mitchell, Osborne, Republic, Smith and Washington. With the help of local health departments and hunger advocates, NEK-CAP is able to “fill the gap” and provide missing summer meals to children at risk of going hungry when school is not in session. Shelf-stable, prepackaged meals are provided for free to enrolled youth weekly for a total of 10 weeks through this program. App...
Derek Nutter, 29, received his Kansas funeral director's license from the Kansas State Board of Mortuary Arts in January. Derek is the son of Bruce Nutter, owner of Kleppinger Funeral Home, Jewell. He has worked at the funeral home for several years. "I'm proud to be continuing the family business with my father," Derek said. "Kleppinger Funeral Home will be caring for families in their time of need well into the future."...
