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Hershey, NE · Food & Drink
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Summer Science Café Begins at Wilson Public Library
The Summer Science Café, ‘Living on the Edge’, began Monday, June 2, at Wilson Public Library. The program, held each Monday in June, is geared toward students in grades 6–9 and is led by Library Director Laurie Yocom, Youth Director Jennie Smith, and Dawson County 4-H Extension Instructor Sarah Fanning. The café is funded through a grant from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln aimed at supporting rural and Indigenous communities.
Sand Hills Express
Over 1,200 attend 2025 Oconto Blowin’ the Doors off Barbeque
OCONTO, Neb. – Official results from the 2025 Oconto Volunteer Fire Department’s Blowin’ the Doors Off Barbeque have been announced. This year’s attendance hit 1,235. The Limp Brisket team from Elm Creek took first place in overall competition after taking first in specialty (with their stuffed pork tenderloin), first in pulled pork, and second in pork ribs.
KNOP
Miss Nebraska contestants share ice cream social with Sparklers
Sand Hills Express
Blowin the Doors Off BBQ in Oconto set for June 7
On Saturday, June 7, 2025, the Oconto Volunteer Fire Department will host their annual Blowin the Doors Off BBQ. The all-you-can-eat BBQ starts at 5 p.m. when the gates open. There are 12 teams set to compete this year. Jared Eggleston, an Oconto fireman, encourages people to check out all of the cooks and look for the shortest line. “Any of the cookers is ready to serve at 5 o’clock,” said Eggleston.
1011 Now
Popular Arnold eatery continues to be a place where people meet
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Miss Nebraska contestants share ice cream social with Sparklers
NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) - Thursday marked day one of the Miss Nebraska preliminary competition where contestants took the stage for the first round of judging. 12 Miss Nebraska contestants are competing in this year’s competition, which is an official preliminary to the Miss America pageant that will be held later this year.
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New Menu, Lower Prices: Welcome to The Good Life
On June 24, 2023, Good Life Gothenburg opened its doors to the public. Just shy of two years later, owners Royce and Brenda Heibner and their son, Zach, have announced some big changes to the business - prompted by feedback from the community members they serve. The Heibners began their...
cozadlocal.com
Cozad’s Kentucky Derby Bar Crawl a Big Hit
Cozad’s tight-knit downtown turned into a festive trail of drinks, hats, and hometown camaraderie during the Kentucky Derby Bar Crawl this past weekend. With five local establishments participating, Big E’s Bar, Cozad Elks Lodge, Frontier Frau, Meridian Tap House, and Studio 6 Bistro, the event showcased what makes the community special: walkability, support for local business, and a strong sense of togetherness.
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Bands, Brews & BBQ Returns July 12
The Cozad Chamber of Commerce will host its annual Bands, Brews & BBQ on Saturday, July 12, from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. in the Cozad Municipal Parking Lot. The day-long event will include a BBQ cookoff, live music, food and beverage vendors, kids’ activities, and the Sizzlin’ Summer Sales from local retailers.
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LMCA Awarded $2,000 Spark Good Grant from Walmart
North Platte, Nebraska – Las Mañanitas Community Advocates (LMCA) is pleased to announce it has received a $2,000 grant from Walmart through its Spark Good initiative, further supporting the construction of a hydroponics greenhouse in North Platte. This generous contribution underscores Walmart’s commitment to addressing food insecurity and investing in community-based solutions.
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North Platte fast food location reopens after closing for remodeling nearly a year ago
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2025 Spring Homeland | Rain Makes Corn, Corn Makes Whiskey
Father/son team run Nebraska distillery, turning out 10,000 gallons a year. In a state known for growing corn, it’s only natural that someone is using it to make whiskey. That would be Todd Roe and his dad, Bill Roe, of Lazy RW Distillery in Moorefield, Nebraska. It all started...
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North Platte fast food location reopens after closing for remodeling nearly a year ago
NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) - North Platte’s KFC had their grand reopening Tuesday after almost a year of waiting. Jon Whittaker, area coach for six Nebraska KFC stores, is excited to provide chicken to the community once again and wants to express how much they’ve anticipated their grand opening just as much as their customers have.
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North Platte adding new car wash, restaurant on South Dewey
NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) - North Platte’s restaurant and automotive service sectors are expanding, with two new businesses preparing to open in the coming months. Wilkinson Companies CEO Mark Wilkinson told News 2 they have secured leases for a Tommy’s Express Car Wash and a Buffalo Wild Wings Go location.
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2025 Spring Homeland | Rain Makes Corn, Corn Makes Whiskey
Father/son team run Nebraska distillery, turning out 10,000 gallons a year. In a state known for growing corn, it’s only natural that someone is using it to make whiskey. That would be Todd Roe and his dad, Bill Roe, of Lazy RW Distillery in Moorefield, Neb. It all started...
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North Platte restaurant featured on Nebraska eatery bracket competition
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North Platte restaurant featured on Nebraska eatery bracket competition
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North Platte restaurant featured on Nebraska eatery bracket competition
NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) - A North Platte establishment is featured on a bracket called You-Gotta-Try-This Madness, which is made up of restaurants throughout the four regions of Nebraska. The purpose of the bracket is to bring awareness to Nebraska eateries, such as Dave’s Place, that you ‘gotta try.’...