LUSK – Volunteer fire fighters manned a different kind of fire on Saturday during the Lusk fire department’s annual BBQ and open house. For the third year running the department thanked the community for their support by offering free burgers, famous “Mayfield” French fries and a cold drink. Held at the municipal fire hall, the BBQ also offered the opportunity for those interested to purchase a chance at the annual rifle and cooler raffle as well.

LUSK – On October 1, Mayor Doug Lytle announced the departure of Coun- cilman Bo Krein during the Town of Lusk meeting. Mayor Lytle thanked councilman Krein for his time and wished him luck. Coun- cilman Krein has moved from Lusk be- cause of his job and, since he is no longer a member of Lusk, he cannot hold his po- sition as a councilman.

NIOBRARA COUNTY – The Niobrara County Commissioners heard from Sheriff Randy Starkey concerning open slots of employment at the Sheriff’s Office during the Niobrara County Commissioners meeting on October 1.

LUSK – The fact that all things come to an end is hard- ly a novel observation. However, some endings come sooner than anticipat- ed. Such is the case for Bo Krein, who is resigning after …

LUSK – LEMS (Lusk Elementary/ Middle School) Community for Kids have planned a last summer bash for the community. On August 9 LEMS Community for Kids will host a free swim at Lusk Tiger

LUSK – For two days, the VFW (Veteran’s Foreign Wars) Post #3511 hosted a community outreach program with a plethora of information that ranged from what the VFW does to how many different programs that veterans and their families can take advantage of.

NIOBRARA COUNTY - Recently, the NEA (Niobrara Electric Association) Board of Directors nominated Jack Hammond for the prestigious Craig Thomas Award presented at the WREA Fall Conference in Sheridan, Wyoming. The following was submitted by John Hester: “At the request of the Niobrara Electric Association’s Board of Directors and my own interaction with this local legend - a man of exemplary virtue and a much-respected character, I would like to nominate Jack Hammond for the Craig Thomas Award.

LUSK - The Lusk Volunteer Fire Department will be hosting their fourth annual BBQ and raffle on October 5 at 11 a.m. at the Fire House.

NIOBRARA COUNTY - Niobrara County citizens had the opportunity to dispose of hazardous waste during the Niobrara County Conservation District’s hazardous waste day on September 20.

LUSK – The Niobrara County VFW #3511 will be hosting a Veterans’ Community Outreach Program on September 27 and 28 at Prairie Hills Community Center at 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

LUSK - Niobrara Chamber Director Jackie Bredthauer will soon be spending her free time enjoying her grandchildren and scrapbooking. After over 23 years of working at the Chamber, Bredthauer will be hanging up her hat on September 30.

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.

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

LUSK – The Lusk Ambulance Service has acquired new equipment to assist it in saving lives, thanks to a donation from the Niobrara County Medical Foundation.

LUSK – Lusk Town Council met on September 3 and heard complaints from visitors. Stan Rutherford criticized the wording of the town’s noise ordinance, which allows for a noise complaint at any time of the day. Rutherford has received several complaints about the noise level at his property. Ruther- ford said that his neighbor continually calls the Police with claims that his daughter is playing her radio too loud. Rutherford told the council that his daughter only plays her radio between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m

NIOBRARA COUNTY – Nio- brara County Commissioner met on September 3 for their regular meeting. A brief discussion was held concerning the proposed sale of an acre of land that is part of the …

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

NIOBRARA COUNTY – While the scorching summer temperatures would have qualified Saturday, August 17 as a dog day afternoon, it was actually just one installment in a pair of Coyote Days. Conceived and organized by John Gra- ham, this two-day event is dedicated to the art of animal trapping. Top trappers from around the country come to the Niobrara County Fairgrounds to demonstrate outdoor disciplines like trapping, snaring, fur handling, calling, and predator control.

LUSK – The Niobrara Senior Center celebrated their 50th anniversary on August 23. Members of the community, past and present Niobrara Senior Center Board members, veteran directors of the Senior Center, and staff gathered for the celebration.

LUSK – A little bit of class was recently added to downtown Lusk, be- tween Allbright’s True Value and Lorn Heth’s office. This touch of style came with the addition of a pergola, picnic tables, drums and xylophones. The pocket park was landscaped with colorful plants and wall art, which included a postcard picture. All these elements come together into an area for walkers to rest and tourists and locals to enjoy.