Observations all along the line - Kimball & the Southern Panhandle First
Observations all along the line - Kimball & the Southern Panhandle First
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The Kimball Board of Education began their regular meeting with an exit speech from longtime board member Jared Hunsaker and heard about a new program that bridges the local ranching community and school district. Hunsaker, whom the board honored for five years of service, is exiting his position on the board early as he and his family will be moving out of state. His board position would not have come up for re-election until 2020. "I appreciate you guys and the efforts you have made. I think t...
An eclectic mix of song and poetry usually found in larger venues will be gracing a prairie stage in peaceful Bushnell this weekend. Deb Carpenter-Nolting and husband Tim Nolting have been a large part of the Bushnell Days festival for many years. Deb has put a lot of energy, time and money into supporting Bushnell however, the events that she was supporting started to dwindle after awhile. One day she thought, “If I’m going to put this much time and effort into (a festival for Bushnell) I wanted it to be music.” So last year she and her family...
The sport of shooting may not be getting the recognition it deserves nationally, but here in Kimball, another young lady is making a name for herself in the competitive shooting circuit. Shooting with the Kimball Dead Eye Shooters for nine years, Kimball senior Shauntae Daily, 17, began competing individually at the beginning of her freshman year. "I still go do the fair things with them, but when I go to Colorado Springs and places like that, though I am still a part of the team, I am shooting...
Seventeen new computers for every junior and a new 30 passenger bus approved for purchase by the Banner County Board of Education during the regular meeting on Aug 8. According to Lana Sides, superintendent, every junior that attends Banner school will receive a new Lenovo Thinkpad 15.6 inch laptop at the beginning of the school year at a cost of just more than $9,900. If those students meet certain criteria, such as maintaining good grades and attendance, they can then keep those laptops. Students that do not meet the criteria, but wish to...
“The Life and Legacy of Annie Oakley” comes to the Kimball Public Library tonight, Thursday, Aug. 18 at 6 p.m., when Charlotte Endorf will bring the story of Annie Oakley, one of America’s Wild West legends, to life. Oakley, born Phoebe Ann Moses, began providing for her mother, step-father and siblings at the age of 15, using her dad’s old Kentucky rifle to hunt small game, according to her biography. She has been described by most as an excellent markswoman and has been called the “greatest woman rifle shot.” Regardless of what she is call...
More than two years ago Community Action Partnership of Western Nebraska (CAPWN) board member announced that the organization needed to file Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Following that announcement the board and staff at CAPWN began making changes. According to a recent news release, the organization identified debt, restructured the agency and developed a plan to pay back creditors. After two years of diligent work, the organization filed an amended plan in January 2016 which was approved, signed and filed by the judge. CAPWN has successfully...
The Farmer’s Day committee is ready to take nominations for the 90th Annual Farmer’s Day Grand Marshal, Outstanding Farmer and Outstanding Homemaker. According to Assunta Calise, the committee will entertain nominations through Sept. 9 for the upcoming town-wide celebration. While Outstanding Farmer and Outstanding Homemaker titles are self-explanatory, Calise explained that Grand Marshals are those people without whom you just could not imagine Kimball. She said that this person represents the champions of the community. Nominations can be...
Billy P. Evans, 93, of Kimball, died at Kimball Health Services on Sunday, August 14, 2016. Graveside services were held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, August 16, 2016 at the Kimball Cemetery. Friends may visit www.cantrellfh.com to view Billy's Tribute Wall and leave condolences for the family. The services for Billy have been entrusted to the Cantrell Funeral Home. Billy Paul Evans was born in Tulsa, Oklahoma on March 16, 1923. He lived in several places throughout his life. Billy was married to...
Charles Lyon, 87, of Sidney Nebraska went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, August 9, 2016 at Sidney Regional Medical Center, extended care. Memorials have been designated to the Evangelical Free Church. Charles Frederick Lyon was born September 16, 1928 at Long Beach, California. Chuck was adopted by Harry A. and Nora B. (Franson) Lyon when he was five years old. He accepted Christ at the age of six. Chuck was raised on a farm south of Dix, Nebraska and graduated from East Denver High School in Denver, Colorado. He attended Prairie Bible Institu...
Please join us in remembering Phyllis Loraine Shaul on Saturday August 13, 2016 at 10:00 at “the farm” located in Banner County approximately 13 miles south of Gering NE or 26 miles north of Kimball NE. Please let your presence be your memorial. “Aunt Phyllis” passed away January 25, 2015 in Lynchburg VA after a battle with breast cancer and dementia. Phyllis was born December 25, 1925 to James and Ethel (Clary) Shaul of Banner County. She attended Banner County Public Schools graduating from high school as valedictorian in 1943. She attende...
"My job is to look at policy," stated United States Senator Deb Fischer to a group of nearly 20 Kimball citizens at an informal get-together at the Java Blend on Monday of this week. "How does this (policy) affect people?" Fischer spoke about recent bills that she helped to pass, as well as some of her passions regarding the state and it's people and to answer questions from the public in attendance. Many vets struggle with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) when they return from serving in...
4 Years I think that this is a good time to recognize excellence in education. 40 years ago this teacher began her career straight out of NU as a 1st grade teacher in Kimball. She taught alongside a veteran that helped her grow into the teacher she would become. She has had large classes and not so big classes. She watched so many of her “little darlings” grow into fine students and adults. It’s not uncommon for her to see some of her past students that come up to her and give her a big hug, chat for a bit and give her an update on their...
For the past few weeks our community is being brought up to speed on how the City Budget is in dire straights. I attended the City Budget meeting held a couple weeks ago, and was so glad to see many people from all around our City and County attending. There was some discussion and several suggestions made on how to possibly cut back and balance the City of Kimball’s different departmental budgets. This is one way to work towards the goal of being back on track financially for our community. What I did not hear was how the City A...
Just last week I had to go get my son to complete a project here at the office. When I picked Mr. up, well after noon, he was just beginning his chores and was still only half dressed, which reminded me of our recent back-to-school shopping trip. I had one weekend to get everything Mr. needs for the coming school year, one day really, and sadly, it seemed that shopping was not high on his priority list. He. Was. Not. Thrilled. Still, we left the house that Saturday before nine, fueled up, and picked up Grandma (the one bright spot in the day...
A glorious pop of color takes the place of grass as vibrant perennials bloom between walkways and provide a cheery welcome to LaVeta Beyke's home. Showy Asian Lilies standing tall in a sea of bright zinnias provide a colorful foreground and rose bushes bloom amidst wild lavender and blue thistle. A grapevine arches over the main entrance. Yarrow and coneflower attract honey bees and the rich, colorful garden invites hummingbirds to come play. These are but a few of the reasons Beyke's yard was...
Are you short on cash and need an oil change, chiropractic adjustment, groceries, gasoline, flowers sent to your cousin out-of-town or a student subscription for your college student? Chamber Bucks may be the answer for you. According to Kimball-Banner County Chamber of Commerce Director Jo Caskey, the local Chamber has sold more than $77,000 in Chamber Bucks this year. That’s $77,000 that can be used right here in Kimball or at any of the 160 Chamber member businesses in the area....
For more than ten years Kimball Health Services has partnered with United Blood Services and will be hosting a blood drive today, August 18 from 2 – 5:30 p.m. at Kimball Health Services. Walk-ins are welcome and appointments can be made by calling 307-638-3326. United Blood Services holds a drive approximately once every three months in Kimball. According to UBS, donors must wait seven days between platelet donations, 28 days between plasma donations, 56 days between whole blood donations and 112 days between double red cell donations. Blood d...
