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 Library Has Full Programming Lineup For Young Patrons
Jensen Memorial Library has a full lineup of programs and events for young patrons this Fall. A full calendar of
Read moreBoard of Education Hold Budget and Tax Request Hearing
The Minden Public Schools Board of Education met September 12. Before the regular meeting was called to order, the board
Read moreMPS Hammer the Huskies Homecoming
Minden Public School’s Homecoming week starts on September 26. The Homecoming theme for 2022 is “Hammer the Huskies.” High School
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Phil Serrone Joins Courier Staff
The Minden Courier welcomes to the staff Phil Serrone. He will be doing some sports writing and sports photography. His
Read moreFirst State Bank Acquires Farmers and Merchants Bank
First State Bank announced today that they will expand into Axtell, Nebraska, through an acquisition of Farmers and Merchants Bank,
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Whippets Undefeated Bid Continues
Minden Whippets quest for an undefeated season rolled on through the Gothenburg Invite, a two day tournament taking place on
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Axtell Dominates Silver Lake 51-0 for Homecoming Win
Axtell was dominant from start to finish in its 51-0 win over Silver Lake at Axtell on September 16. The
Read moreFalcons Football Team Remains Undefeated with 51-14 Win at Lewiston
Wilcox-Hildreth stayed unbeaten and stayed in the ratings with a 51-14 win at Lewiston on September 16. The Falcons (3-0)
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Wilcox-Hildreth comes up short in Elm Creek
Wilcox-Hildreth Falcons traveled to Elm Creek on September 15th to take on Elm Creek and Overton. Falcons came up short
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Wildcats and Falcons Compete at Axtell Triangular
The Axtell Triangular took place this week on September 13th with Axtell Wildcats, Wilcox-Hildreth Falcons, and Shelton Bulldogs all competing.
Read moreAxtell Wildcats Take First At Alma Cross Country Invite
Axtell’s boys won the Alma Invite cross country meet on September 12 against seven other schools. The top three were
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Whippets Host Minden Classic Meet
Five high school teams and eight middle school squads competed at the Minden Classic cross country meet on September 13.
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High Scoring Doubleheader results in Whippet defeats
The Minden Whippets, coming off the heels of a defeat on Monday hosted a double header on Tuesday against the
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Whippets Second at Minden Golf Invite
Minden’s golfers hosted the Minden Invite on September 16. The Lady Whippets came away with a second place finish shooting
Read moreWhippets Improve Record With Win Over Fairbury
Minden moved to 3-1 and into the C-1 ratings with a 44-25 win at previously unbeaten Fairbury on September 16
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 Douglas Machado Joins Minden Whippets After Long Wait
Douglas Machado was ready to experience a year in the life of a Minden Whippet when the coronavirus pandemic postponed
Read moreSupervisors Approve IT Services Contract
The Kearney County Board of Supervisors met September 6. The meeting began with the board opening the FY 22-23 budget
Read moreCity Council Adopts Resolution Obligating American Rescue Plan Funds
The Minden City Council tackled a full agenda during the September 6 regular meeting. First up was a letter of
Read moreEmergency Management Receives Canned Drinking Water from Anheuser-Busch
Minden, Axtell, and Wilcox Volunteer Fire Departments recently received a donation of canned emergency drinking water from leading brewer, Anheuser-Busch,
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Wildcats Defeat Overton Eagles
Axtell’s gridders broke into the win column (now 1-1) with a 47-13 defeat of Overton on September 2 at Overton.
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Whippets Dominate Stars At Home
Minden upended C-2 state-rated Kearney Catholic 32-14 at Kuper Field on September 9 moving the season record to 2-1. The
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Wild Fourth Quarter Leads to Falcon Victory Over Warriors
Wilcox-Hildreth built a halftime lead and hung on in a wild fourth quarter to defeat Southwest 32-28 on September 8
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Lady Whippets Keep Win Streak Alive
State-ranked Minden played its second tough match of the week and again came out on top defeating Phillipsburg, Kansas 25-21,
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Axtell Defeats Ansley-Litchfield At Home
Axtell got the better of Ansley-Litchfield 25-18, 25-10, 25-19 in volleyball action on September 8 at Axtell to jump to
Read moreFive Set Match Ends In Loss For Lady Falcons
Wilcox-Hildreth lost in a five set match to Red Cloud in Wilcox on September 8 to fall to 3-6. The
Read moreFalcons and Wildcats Compete At Lexington Cross Country Invite
Runners from seven schools competed at the Lexington Invitational cross country meet on September 6 that included Axtell and Wilcox-Hildreth.
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Whippets Take First and Third Team Finishes at Milford
Minden’s girls finished first and the boys third at the nine-team Milford Invitational cross country meet held at Doane University
Read moreMinden Softball Team Earns Second Win of the Season
Minden’s softball team played three games at the Cozad Invite on September 10 and one outcome was the Whippets’ second
Read moreMinden Girls Golf Team Finishes Third At Lexington Invite
Minden finished third in the Lexington Invitational golf tourney on September 9. 12 schools were represented. Scottsbluff won firing a
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Joan Jacobs
Joan Louise Bayer Jacobs, 91 of Papillion, Ne died on August 30, 2022, after a brief illness. “Jo” was born
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Adrian Choquette
Adrian O. Choquette, 93, of Minden passed away on Wednesday, September 7, 2022 at Kearney County Health Services in Minden.
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 Annual Wilcox Fall Festival September 10
The annual Wilcox Fall Festival celebration sponsored by Wilcox CIA will be held on Saturday, September 10. Festivities begin with
Read moreSpark Joy Virtual Event at Jensen Memorial Library on September 8
Are you ready to Spark Joy in your home, office, and life? Certified Spark Joy Consultant Shannon will bring the
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September Events at Minden Opera House
(Minden, Nebraska) The Minden Opera House kicks off its 2022-23 Season with a special performance of jazz music, paired with
Read moreMHS Students Receive Laurels for 2021-2022 School Year
Minden High School presented Laurel Awards for the 2021-22 school yearon August 31, 2022. Donuts were served to the students
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Minden Mentoring Program Receives $5K Grant from State Farm Agent
Minden State Farm Agent Kim Snavely has a strong history of demonstrating what it means to be a Good Neighbor
Read moreExhibitors Wanted for Upcoming Jensen Memorial Library Touch A Truck Event
On Saturday, October 8, Jensen Memorial Library will be hosting Minden’s first-ever “Touch A Truck” event. Touch A Truck is
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Lady Cats Begin Season Undefeated
Axtell’s volleyballers won the Axtell Invitational on August 27 by defeating all three of their opponents— Medicine Valley 25-9, 25-9,
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Whippets Defeat Lexington In Three Sets
Minden jumped to 8-0 with a three-set home volleyball win over Lexington on September 1. The Whippets prevailed 25-12, 25-11,
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Whippets Drop Two at Home
Minden entertained Cozad and Holdrege/Adams Central (HAC-a cooperative for this season) in a triangular on September 1. The Whippets were
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Minden Hosts Lexington and Kearney Catholic
Minden dropped both games in a triangular with Kearney Catholic and Lexington at Augie Nelson field on August 30. The
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Whippets Finish Second at Holdrege Quad
The Minden girls’ golfers finished second in a quadrangular at Holdrege on August 30. Broken Bow edged the Whippets 178-183.
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Falcons Split Games In Home Triangular
Wilcox-Hildreth hosted a volleyball triangular on August 30 and the Falcons topped Franklin 25-15, 25-14 but lost to Alma 15-25,
Read moreFalcons Kick Off Season With Victory Over Bluejays
Wilcox-Hildreth got the football season underway in grand style as the Falcons defeated Elba 52-28 at Elba on September 1.
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Nine Local Youth to Punt, Pass and Kick at State
The Minden Optimist Club hosted their annual Punt, Pass & Kick competition on Thursday, August 25. Winners from each age
Read moreState Rated Whippet Volleyball Team Scores Another Pair of Wins at McCook
The newly state-rated Minden Whippet volleyball team continued its early season success with a pair of wins at the McCook
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Bonnie Westengaard
Lifelong Minden, Nebraska resident, Bonnilee Joy Westengaard, 89, passed away the morning of August 30, 2022 at CHI Health –
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 Helpful Hosts Make Wedding Memorable
Most weddings involve a lot of planning and preparation, but for spontaneous couple Tyler and Marilu Nielsen it took less
Read moreBoard of Equalization Approves Preliminary Levies
Tri Basin NRD General Manager John Thorburn attended the Kearney County Board of Supervisors regular meeting on August 23 to
Read moreFrom Take ‘n Bake Meals to Craft Kits and More, Cozy Corner has Something for Everyone
The Cozy Corner in downtown Minden has changed from a restaurant to a Christmas store and more. Owners George and
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