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Cutline Foundation Photo: Colby Thurston (left to right), Tricia Miller, Isaiah Richardson, Johnny Krein, Mike Mayville and Leslie Bannan.

Elks Elves ready for the holidays

LUSK – The Elks Lodge 1797 Elves are already preparing for the holidays by gathering donations of toys and food for Thanksgiving and Christmas.

NCSD #1 approves new Tiger bus purchase

NIOBRARA COUNTY - Niobrara County School District #1(NCSD #1) school board meeting was held on September 9. The school board has become more efficient with a scanning a QR code that not only has the school board agenda but also has a plethora of notes that include things from the superintendent report to maintenance reports.

Local Ag Group Donates Trail Cams to Sheriff’s Office

NIOBRARA COUNTY – Local agri- culture advocate organization, Niobrara County Farm Bureau Federation, recent- ly donated $600 to the Niobrara County Sheriff’s Office. In …
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Pair of Tigers heading to State

Barb Rapp/for the Lusk Herald Sophomore Kadyn McCully battles his opponent from the LFL/SE team at the 2A East Regional Tournament in Tongue River. McCully punched his ticket to state in the 144-pound bracket at the regional tournament. Sophomore Kadyn McCully battles his opponent from the LFL/SE team at the 2A East Regional Tournament in Tongue River. McCully punched his ticket to state in the 144-pound bracket at the regional tournament.
Two grapplers at Niobrara County High School qualified to compete at the state wrestling tournament this weekend in Casper by placing in the top eight at regionals.

Tigers open with 22-12 win at Rocky Mountain

Brady Swisher, No. 2, runs the ball up the field as the Niobrara County O-line blocks Rocky Mountain defenders on Friday. Also pictured, from left, are Raynce Brott, Ronnie Krueger, Quintin Bieri and Cody Himes.
The Niobrara County Tigers defeated Rocky Mountain on the road on Friday.

Harriers race at Gering

Week two of the middle and high school cross country seasons proved successful for Niobrara County in Gering.

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Golfers compete at Wright
The NCHS golf team posted solid performances at Wright for the final meet of the regular season.
The Lady Tigers celebrate game point in the tiebreaker set against Hanna-Elk Mountain in the third match at the LFL Dogger Invite. Pictured, from left, are Lainey Single, Gracie ZumBrunnen, Hannah Krein, Brittin Bruch, Paige Potter and Tessa Manning.
Lady Tigers open 3-1 at LFL Dogger Invite
The NCHS Lady Tigers volleyball team kicked off the 2024 season going 3-1 at the LFL Dogger Invite on Friday.
Hudson Leimser prepares to hit a tee shot at Keyhole Country Club during a tournament hosted by Moorcroft on August 30. Leimser took 10th place with a score of 89 following one round.
NCHS golf team off to solid start in August
The NCHS golf team is up and running following a successful August with three meets.

Niobrara County harriers begin season at Newcastle

Cross-country runners at Niobrara County Middle School opened the fall season with solid performances at a meet in Newcastle.

CORY GRIFFITH/FOR THE HERALD The 2024 NCHS volleyball team includes in front, from left, manager Haven Hendricks, Christina Munoz, Tessa Manning, Paige Potter, Laney Single, Gracie ZumBrunnen, Jaylah Cummins, Hannah Krein and Kyra Willey. Middle row, from left, are Tamera Munoz, Jaci Vetter, Emily ZumBrunnen, Veltie Mendoza, Brittin Bruch, Addisyn Bauersachs, Lexus Single and Breckin Ricker. In back, from left, are Skielynn Bouissey, Sarah Krein, Marleigh Smith, Tia Allbright, Charity Musico, Sophia Durham, Karlei Pontarolo, Bristol Cardwell and Kamila Cassiano. Not pictured is manager Abby Glavan.

Fitzgerald takes reins for Lady Tigers

The NCHS Lady Tiger volleyball team is gearing up for the 2024 fall season with a new head coach.
The 2024 NCHS football team includes in front, from left, Kadyn McCully, Xander Hite, Colton Bracklesburg, Jackson Smith, Ridge Kupke and Kayden Goodwin. Middle row, from left, are manager Arnan Walker, Enrique Maez, Cian Kimes, Cody Himes, Brady Swisher, Nathan Miller, Isaac Assman, Ryan Youngquist, Ryan Taylor, Ron Krueger and manager Connor Luker. In back row, from left, are Dryce Brott, JayDee Assman, Joe Duffy, Raynce Brott and Lane Taylor. Not pictured is Quintin Bieri, Skyler Daniels and manager Malachi Ybarra.

Tigers football looks beyond first round

The NCHS Tiger football team is gearing up for an exciting fall season.
The 2024 NCHS golf team includes, from left, coach Ed Fullmer, Corbin Matthews, Aubrey Manning, Keen Coffman, Charlie Gaukel, Hudson Leimser and Fran Bannan.

Young Tigers swing into golf season

The NCHS golf season is already underway with more action to come.

Lusk begins cross country era

The Niobrara County school launched a cross-country program this fall coached by Jim Lyons.
Obituaries
 Pete Hansen December 1, 1934 – September 2, 2024 Pete was born December 1, 1934 in North Platte, Nebraska to Carl and Opal (Johnson) Hansen. Pete’s father was a railroader working for Union Pacific, and Pete’s family moved several times while growing up.
Pete Hansen December 1, 1934 – September 2, 2024 Pete was born December 1, 1934 in North Platte, Nebraska to Carl and Opal (Johnson) Hansen. Pete’s father was a railroader …
Patricia Marie Garner March 17, 1929 - August 19, 2024
Patricia Marie Garner March 17, 1929 - August 19, 2024 Patricia Marie Garner passed away August 19, 2024 at the age of 95. She was born on March 17, 1929 in rural Sioux County, Nebraska to …
Gertrude "Trudy" L. Lee November 11, 1929 - September 4, 2024
Gertrude "Trudy" L. Lee November 11, 1929 - September 4, 2024 Gertrude "Trudy" L. Lee, 94, of Silver Creek, Nebraska, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, September 4, 2024, at …
Barbara Louise (Hilton) Penfield August 5, 1934 - July 12, 2024
Barbara Louise (Hilton) Penfield August 5, 1934 - July 12, 2024 Barbara Louise (Hilton) Penfield passed away July 12, 2024, at Legacy Homes in Thayne, Wyoming following a short illness. She …
Ralph A. Barndt August 15, 1943 – September 3, 2024
Ralph A. Barndt August 15, 1943 – September 3, 2024 Ralph Arthur Barndt was born on August 15, 1943, in Billings, Montana. He passed away unexpectedly at Niobrara Community Hospital …

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Annual Coyote Days bring in diverse crowds and promote fur and trapping industry.

Attendees at John Graham’s Coyote Days watched demonstrations on the lawn at the Niobrara County Fair grounds.
Opinion

Harriet Hageman:

I have often said that there is a special place in hell for those who pursue policies that are intended to increase the price of food, energy, and housing.

Fresh flavors lighten things up

I think I always found shrimp intimidating because it was always “fancy” food when I was growing up and through much of my adult life. Not to mention, growing up in Wyoming in the 80’s and 90’s shrimp was invariably always frozen and breaded to begin with then deep fried….and it just wasn’t my thing.

News and Views 8.16.23

It was the sound of music to my ears when I heard a rider mower cruising up and down the alley behind my home on Saturday morning.

What a Week

I've been bought and sold on the "Dark Web". For the second time in my adult life I received a phone call stating I was being taken to court for a debt owed from over 10 years ago.

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Public Notice No. 6140
The Town of Lusk Ambulance Service is seeking bids from qualified vendors for the purchase of a Type 1 Ambulance. All sealed bids are due by Tuesday, October 15, 2024, before 4:00 PM, Local Time.
Public Notice No. 6139
The regular meeting of the Niobrara County Commissioners commenced on August 22, 2024, at 9:01 a.m. Present were Chairman Patrick H. Wade, Vice-Chairman John Midkiff, and Commissioner Elaine Griffith. Also present was County Clerk Becky L. Freeman. Audience members included Jeb Hanson, Commissioner candidate.
Public Notice No. 6134
Pursuant to 21-3-110(a) of the Wyoming Education Code of 1969, the following is a list of warrants over five hundred dollars ($500.00) approved by the Board of Trustees of 2024. Niobrara County School Dist #1 Vendor Totals Report by Vendor | 07/01/2024 - 07/31/2024
Public Notice No. 6132
Notice of publication of abandoned vehicle The following vehicle was left abandoned without permission on the following property 4311 US Hwy 20 Lusk, Wy 82225. 1974 Ford F100 Ranger. VIN F10HLU51422
Public Notice No. 6132
2024 GENERAL ELECTION PROCLAMATION NIOBRARA COUNTY, WYOMING Notice is hereby given that a General Election will be held in Niobrara County on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. for the following purposes: PARTISAN OFFICERS TO BE ELECTED AT THE GENERAL ELECTION BY EACH PARTY

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