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Stapleton School Golf Association Foundation elects officers sets annual meeting date The Stapleton Golf Association met recently to set the annual meeting The Stapleton School foundation board presi- seniors to apply for in the date and will be holding a dinner and raffle fund-raiser at the Stapleton Foundation Board met dent. spring. Wednesday, December 16, The Board held discus- As 2020 comes to a close Community Center on February 13, 2021. 2020, to discuss several sion on the annual Foun- and last minute tax prepa- Donated items are appreciated and all proceeds will go towards the sprin- agenda items. This was dation Gala to be held in rations are discussed, the kler project at the Augusta Wind Golf Course located south of Stapleton. the first in-person meet- the spring. A motion was Stapleton School Founda- The annual meeting was set for January 23, 2021, at 7:00 p.m. at the Vet’s ing since last spring. The made and successfully tion would like to invite Club. The board invites current members and anyone interested in a Board elected the slate of voted in favor of planning anyone with a generous board position to attend this meeting. More information about the fund- officers which includes to have the Gala on March heart to consider a tax de- raiser will be announced in upcoming issues of The Enterprise. Duane McCain, president; 5, 2021. The Board would ductible donation to the Steve Schaeffer, vice-pres- like to encourage the pub- SPS Foundation. Should ident; Kennetha Amos, lic to plan for this date you desire to do so, please secretary; and Richard and it is hoped there will contact any of the Board Quilt Raffle Winner Gewecke, treasurer. be some sort of normalcy members or call the Sta- The rest of the founda- in place for such a gather- pleton School for addi- tion board consists of ing to be held. More infor- tional information. Lacy Kinderknecht, mation will be forth- You may write a check Brenda Monson, Amber coming. directly to the Mid-Ne- Rooney and Howard In additional business, braska Community Foun- Gaffney. the Board voted to offer dation and designate it The Board would like to two $1,000 and two $500 for the Stapleton School thank Lacy for her time as scholarships for the 2021 Foundation. Work progressing on Village property clean-up The Village of Stapleton located on Highway 92. Vasquez, absent. Board of Trustees met for Logan County Sheriff In other business, the re- their regular meeting on Sean Carson spoke with pair of B Street was dis- Wednesday, December 9, the board about the Sher- cussed. One block would and heard about progress iff’s contract. It had been cost $12,000 to $13,000. being made on property tabled at the last meeting Other streets will be pri- clean-up. and Board of Trustees oritized.. Junk cars have been re- were asked to speak to Aslphalt millings and ar- moved from the former community members to mour coating will also be meat locker located on see if they were in favor put in front of Opela’s Main Street and this im- or against again contract- Outpost. provement was noted. ing with the Sheriff for Year-end resolutions The owner has reported village law enforcement. were approved. more will be completed in Board member, Amber Unlicensed dogs in the and around the building. Tatman had contacted 30 village were discussed Scott Salisbury ad- people and 29 said yes and letters were sent ac- dressed the board and and one no to the joint cordingly. MARCIA HORA - THE STAPLETON ENTERPRISE said he was also working law enforcement contract. Quotes are being ob- Stacey Anderson of Stapleton, was the winner of the Friends of the Library quilt raffle on cleaning up the prop- The board voted 3-1 to tained for the water tower conducted in December. She is pictured with Kathy Trimble, librarian, left, and Wanda erty on Main Street. proceed with the law en- fence and 10 new picnic Osnes, center, who made the quilt again this year. Thank you to everyone who pur- A roll-off has been forcement contract with tables for the park will be chased a ticket. You are all appreciated. The Logan County Library is open Tuesdays placed at the former Bryan Rooney casting the ordered in the spring. and Thursdays from 8:30 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Come find a “good read.” Shady Lady Cafe building no vote and Larry -- News Briefs -- Weather McPh e rs o n Notices Index DATE HI LOW MT Co . Ne ws • Rose Ellen Fiechtner Sharon Dailey Retires As Avon Rep Legal Notices ...... 2 13 33 12 0 Revocable Trust Social Side ...... 3 Sharon Dailey of Stapleton, and used Avon products for 14 38 6 0 • Village Of Stapleton has retired after 31 years as 15 26 8 .13 Opinion Page ...... 4 my own use. I appreciated all 16 25 4 .13 Board Proceedings an Avon sales representative Men Of Tundra...... 4 my customers and miss visit- 17 43 6 0 • Village Of Stapleton in Logan and Lincoln coun- ing with everyone.” Classified ...... 5 18 34 20 0 Resolutions ties. Her husband, Chubby, Wind chill of 6 degrees @ 6:25 Business Directory...5 • McPherson County Dailey started when she helped make deliveries and a.m. was recorded on December McPherson County lived on the Bailey Ranch sometimes even took down 14 and 3 degrees at 4:40 a.m. on School District #90 north of Maxwell. phone call orders. December 16. Snow in the Board Proceedings News ...... 6 amount of 1.5” was measured on “I decided to quit when they “Thank you, everyone for • Logan County Obituaries...... 7 decided to have us go online your support of my Avon busi- December 15 and 1.0” on De- cember 16. Commissioners Letter To for everything,” Sharon said. ness over the years,” she The Editor...... 8 “I really enjoyed the people added. Proceedings Obituary • Graphic Files • Head Custodian NCPA All-State...... 9 Proceedings ...... 10 Businesses and individuals • Johnny Jay Long • Over The Hills Needed at Stapleton Public Schools Christmas send greetings of the season inside! • Red Cross Blood Drive • Shirley Arensdorf January 22, 2021 • Board Vacancy Pages ...... B1-B12

Page 2 Thursday, December 24, 2020 Public Notices The Stapleton Enterprise

It’s your right to know 2021. Tatman seconded. come for month FOR PROTECTION OF MJK CPA, P.C. Approved 4-0. Motion car- $22,566.71. Expenses for DEPOSITS OF THE VIL- PARK COMMISSION Legal Notice ried. (Beckius-Yea, Hora- month $19,999.28. Hora LAGE, THE SAID INSUR- DAN BECKIUS, NOTICE Yea, Rooney-Yea, Tat- seconded. 4-0 Motion car- ANCE AFFORDED WAYNE HORA, IN THE COUNTY man-Yea, Vasquez-Ab- ried. (Beckius-Yea, Hora- DEPOSITORS IN THE LARRY VASQUEZ, COURT OF LOGAN sent.) Yea, Rooney-Yea, COMMUNITY FIRST AMBER TATMAN, COUNTY, NEBRASKA • Hora made a motion to Tatman-Yea, Vasquez-Ab- BANK, NEBRASKA, & MARK FREY In the Matter of the Rose accept Resolution #9- sent.) UNDER THE FEDERAL STREET COMMISSION 2021. Tatman seconded. Next meeting: January INSURANCE CORPORA- DAN BECKIUS, Ellen Fiechtner Revocable ZNEZ Trust dated July 26, 2006, Approved 4-0. Motion car- 13, 2021 at 7:30 P.M. at TION UNDER THE LAWS WAYNE HORA, as amended Sheriffs department and ried. (Beckius-Yea, Hora- Village Hall. OF THE UNITED STATES. LARRY VASQUEZ, Case No. PR 20-6 see if verbiage agrees with Yea, Rooney-Yea, Tat- Adjourn meeting: 8:50 PASSED, APPROVED, AMBER TATMAN, Notice is hereby given both parties. Tatman sec- man-Yea, Vasquez-Ab- P.M. AND ADOPTED THIS 9TH & MARK FREY that a Petition for Trust onded. 3-1 Motion car- sent.) Dan Beckius, Chairman DAY OF DECEMBER 2020 TREE BOARD Administration Proceed- ried. (Beckius-Yea, Open discussion: Stacey E. Anderson, ATTEST: DAN BECKIUS, ing has been filed and is Hora-Yea, Tatman-Yea, • Discussed unlicensed Village Clerk STACEY E. ANDERSON, WAYNE HORA, set for hearing in the Rooney-Nay, Vasquez-Ab- dogs within the village. Publish: December 24, VILLAGE CLERK LARRY VASQUEZ, County Court of Logan sent.) Letters were sent accord- 2020 DAN BECKIUS, AMBER TATMAN, County, Nebraska located New Business: ingly. CHAIRMAN & MARK FREY at Stapleton, Nebraska, on • Rooney made a motion • Scott Salisbury has as- Resolutions SOLID WASTE MEMBER February 9, 2021, com- to accept Year-End Street phalt available. Needs VILLAGE OF MARK FREY mencing at the hour of Superintendent resolu- ground. Village is inter- STAPLETON ANNUAL RESOLUTION #5-2021 PASSED, APPROVED, 9:30 a.m. tion and appoint T.C. En- ested. RESOLUTIONS BE IT RESOLVED AND AND ADOPTED THIS 9TH ROBIN JURGENS, gineering. Hora second- • Yea’s and Nay’s will be IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED DAY OF DECEMBER 2020 SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE ed. Approved 4-0. Motion labeled. RESOLUTION #1-2021 BY THE CHAIRMAN AND ATTEST: OF THE ROSE ELLEN carried. (Beckius-Yea, Maintenance report: BE IT RESOLVED AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF STACEY E. ANDERSON, FIECHTNER Hora-Yea, Rooney-Yea, • Working on back-up IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED THE VILLAGE OF STA- VILLAGE CLERK REVOCABLE TRUST Tatman-Yea, Vasquez-Ab- generator for wells BY THE CHAIRMAN AND PLETON, NEBRASKA, DAN BECKIUS, DATED JULY 26, 2006, AS sent.) • Getting quotes for BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THAT WHEREAS THE CHAIRMAN AMENDED, • Rooney made a motion water tower fence THE VILLAGE OF STA- BOARD OF TRUSTEES Plaintiff, to accept T.C. Engineering • Sanitary survey done PLETON, NEBRASKA, AND CHAIRMAN OF THE RESOLUTION 9-2021 BY: SMITH, 1- & 6-year plan for 2021. for 2020 THAT ALL REGULAR VILLAGE OF STAPLETON BE IT RESOLVED AND JOHNSON, ALLEN, Tatman seconded. Ap- • Will order 10 new pic- AND/OR SPECIAL MEET- HAS HERETOFORE, BY IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED CONNICK & HANSEN proved 4-0. Motion car- nic tables for park in the INGS WILL BE HELD AT RESOLUTION SET BY THE CHAIRMAN AND 104 N. Wheeler Avenue ried. (Beckius-Yea, spring THE VILLAGE HALL. ALL SALARIES OF THE VARI- BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF Grand Island, NE 68801 Hora-Yea, Rooney-Yea, • Did NOT get the NDEE REGULAR MEETINGS OUS OFFICERS AND EM- THE VILLAGE OF STA- Telephone (308) 382-1930 Tatman-Yea, Vasquez-Ab- tire grant for 2021 SHALL BE HELD ON THE PLOYEES OF THE SAID PLETON, NEBRASKA [email protected] sent.) Approval of claims: SECOND WEDNESDAY VILLAGE IT IS AC- THAT STACEY ANDER- By /s/ Kevin P. Walsh • Rooney made a motion • Motion by Hora to pay OF EACH MONTH AT 7:30 CEPTED THAT THE SON SHALL BE AP- Kevin P. Walsh, #26508 to accept T.C. Engineering the claims as presented. P.M. MONTHLY BILL FOR POINTED PURCHASING Publish: December 17, Resolution for 2021. Hora Rooney seconded. Ap- PASSED, APPROVED, ELECTRICITY, TELE- AGENT FOR THE VIL- 24 & 31, 2020 seconded. Approved 4-0. proved 4-0. Motion car- AND ADOPTED THIS 9TH PHONE, MONTHLY SO- LAGE OF STAPLETON TO Motion carried. (Beckius- ried. (Beckius-Yea, DAY OF DECEMBER CIAL SECURITY TAX APPROVE PURCHASES Village of Yea, Hora-Yea, Rooney- Hora-Yea, Rooney-Yea, 2020. AND ALL OTHER QUAR- FOR AMOUNTS $100.00 Yea, Tatman-Yea, Vas- Tatman-Yea, Vasquez-Ab- ATTEST: TERLY TAXES WILL NOT BUT NOT TO EXCEED Stapleton quez-Absent.) sent.) STACEY E. ANDERSON, REQUIRE THE AP- $1,000.00, INCLUDES Board • Hora made a motion to CLAIMS VILLAGE CLERK PROVAL OF THE CLAIMS PURCHASE WITH accept Resolution #1- Frey, Mark L. DAN BECKIUS, PRESENTED TO THE CREDIT/DEBIT CARD. Proceedings 2021. Tatman seconded. Equipment/ CHAIRMAN BOARD OF TRUSTEES. FOR GENERAL MAINTE- VILLAGE OF Approved 4-0. Motion car- Vehicle Rental ...... 250.00 THIS RESOLUTIONS IS NANCE ON EMERGENCY STAPLETON ried. (Beckius-Yea, Hora- Mark L Frey SPECIFIC TO COVER PURCHASES NEEDED REGULAR MEETING Yea, Rooney-Yea, Tat- Paycheck...... 1,162.84 RESOLUTION #2-2021 ONLY SALARIES, REGU- BETWEEN BOARD MINUTES man-Yea, Vasquez-Ab- Mark L Frey BE IT RESOLVED AND LAR MONTHLY BILLS MEETINGS. December 9, 2020 sent.) Retirement ...... 207.79 IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED AND PRE-APPROVED EX- PASSED. APPROVED, 7:30 P.M. • Tatman made a mo- Stacey E Anderson BY THE CHAIRMAN AND PENDITURES. AND ADOPTED THIS 9TH Location of Meeting: Vil- tion to accept Resolution Paycheck ...... 717.62 THE BOARD OF PASSED. APPROVED, DAY OF DECEMBER lage Hall #2-2021. Hora seconded. Stacey E Anderson TRUSTEES OF THE VIL- AND ADOPTED THIS 9TH 2020. Notice: Published in The Approved 4-0. Motion car- Holiday Pay ...... 125.60 LAGE OF STAPLETON, DAY OF DECEMBER 2020 ATTEST: Stapleton Enterprise and ried. (Beckius-Yea, Hora- Nebraska Public Health NEBRASKA, THAT THE ATTEST: STACEY E. ANDERSON, posted at three local busi- Yea, Rooney-Yea, Tat- Environment ANNUAL WAGES OF THE STACEY E. ANDERSON, VILLAGE CLERK nesses as provided by law man-Yea, Vasquez-Ab- Invoice #533544 ....547.00 VILLAGE OFFICERS AND VILLAGE CLERK DAN BECKIUS, Called to Order: 7:30 sent.) Ideal Linen Supply EMPLOYEES BE SET AS DAN BECKIUS, CHAIRMAN P.M. by Chairman Dan • Rooney made a motion Inv# 1120375...... 119.00 FOLLOWS: CHAIRMAN Publish: December 24, Beckius to accept Resolution #3- United Healthcare TRUSTEES JANUARY 1, 2020 Present at Meeting: 2021. Hora seconded. Ap- Marks Health 2020...... $600.00 Chairman Dan Beckius proved 4-0. Motion Insurance ...... 2,252.01 VILLAGE CLERK/ RESOLUTION #6-2021 McPherson County with Trustees, Amber Tat- carried. (Beckius-Yea, Tapco TREASURER BE IT RESOLVED AND School District #90 man, Bryan Rooney and Hora-Yea, Rooney-Yea, Order # So636264....77.50 JULY 1, 2020....$17.00/HR IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED Proceedings Wayne Hora in atten- U.S. Cellular BY THE CHAIRMAN AND Tatman-Yea, Vasquez-Ab- GENERAL McPherson County dance. Also present were Mark Cell Phone ...... 46.75 BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF sent.) MAINTENANCE Board of Education Stacey Anderson, Sheriff Community First Bank THE VILLAGE OF STA- • Hora made a motion to JULY 1, 2020....$33,692.16 December 10, 2020 Sean Carson, Brent Burk- Truck Loan # PLETON, NEBRASKA, accept Resolution #4- MARK FREY HEALTH The McPherson County lund with T.C. Engineer- 00449608-10000..1,616.10 THAT THE OFFICIAL 2021. Tatman seconded. INSURANCE Board of Education met ing, Scott Salisbury, Amber L Tatman Trustee NEWSPAPER FOR ALL Approved 4-0. Motion car- JULY 1, 2020....$27,024.12 December 10, 2020 in the Marcia Hora, and Mark Paycheck ...... 46.18 OFFICIAL NOTICES OF ried. (Beckius-Yea, Hora- MAINTENANCE high school commons. Frey. Larry Vasquez was Bryan Rooney Trustee THE VILLAGE OF STA- Yea, Rooney-Yea, Tat- VEHICLE/EQUIPMENT The meeting was called to absent. Paycheck ...... 46.18 PLETON WILL BE THE man-Yea, Vasquez-Ab- RENT order by president Lana Open Meetings Law: Dan Beckius Chairman STAPLETON ENTERPRISE; sent.) JULY 1, 2020...... $3,000.00 Watson at 7:01 P.M. After Chairman Beckius stated Paycheck ...... 46.18 STAPLETON, NEBRASKA. • Rooney made a motion COMPENSATION IN the pledge of allegiance, to all persons in atten- Larry Vasquez Trustee PASSED. APPROVED, to accept Resolution #5- LIEU OF RETIREMENT roll was called with Toni dance that a copy of the Paycheck ...... 46.18 AND ADOPTED THIS 9TH 2021. Tatman seconded. JULY 1, 2020...... $2,700.00 Powers, Todd Ascherl, Open Meetings Law was Wayne Hora Trustee DAY OF DECEMBER 2020 Approved 4-0. Motion car- STREET Trent Neal, Will Coffman, posted on the wall for all Paycheck ...... 46.18 ATTEST: ried. (Beckius-Yea, Hora- SUPERINTENDENT Lana Watson and Chris- to see. Frey's General Store STACEY E. ANDERSON, Yea, Rooney-Yea, JAN. 1, 2020...... $600.00 tena Schultis present. Previous Minutes: Mo- Supplies ...... 393.24 VILLAGE CLERK Tatman-Yea, Vasquez-Ab- PASSED, APPROVED The updated open meet- tion by Rooney to approve Banks, Susan (Cleaning) DAN BECKIUS, sent.) AND ADOPTED THIS 9TH ings law posting was the minutes of the previ- December CHAIRMAN • Tatman made a mo- DAY OF DECEMBER noted, with no one ous regular meeting as Cleaning...... 150.00 tion to accept Resolution 2020. recording the meeting. presented. Hora sec- Jack H Brummet #6-2021. Rooney sec- ATTEST: Verification of posting of onded. Approved 4-0. Paycheck ...... 138.52 RESOLUTION #7-2021 onded. Approved 4-0. STACEY E. ANDERSON, legal notice of the meet- Motion carried. (Beckius- Village Of Stapleton BE IT RESOLVED AND Motion carried. (Beckius- VILLAGE CLERK ing was made on Decem- Yea, Hora-Yea, Rooney- Water Tank IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED Yea, Hora-Yea, Rooney- DAN BECKIUS, ber 7, 2020. Yea, Tatman-Yea, Vas- Savings ...... 900.00 BY THE CHAIRMAN AND Yea, Tatman-Yea, Vas- CHAIRMAN Motion by Powers, sec- quez-Absent.) One Call Concepts, Inc BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF quez-Absent.) ond by Coffman to ap- Old Business: Inv# 0090859...... 1.54 THE VILLAGE OF STA- • Hora made a motion to prove the consent agenda. • Nuisance Order dis- Creative Printers PLETON, NEBRASKA accept Resolution #7- RESOLUTION #3-2021 Voting aye, Powers, Coff- cussed. Two properties Invoice #7884...... 164.66 THAT STACEY ANDER- 2021. Rooney seconded. Whereas, it becomes man, Neal, Ascherl, Wat- are in progress of follow- American Agricultural SON, VILLAGE TREAS- Approved 4-0. Motion car- necessary to designate a son, Schultis. Nay, none. ing the ordinance letter Laboratory URER AND MARK FREY, ried. (Beckius-Yea, Hora- depository for the fund of Motion carried. Watson that was sent via certified Water Samples ...... 19.50 MAINTENANCE MAN, BE Yea, Rooney-Yea, Tat- the Village of Stapleton, read the conflict of inter- mail. U. S. Postal Service BONDED FOR $50,000.00 man-Yea, Vasquez-Ab- in accordance with the est statement, and it was • Hora made a motion to 3 Rolls Of Stamps ..165.00 FOR FAITHFUL PER- sent.) laws of the State of Ne- signed by any applicable. make a $7,000.00 contract Melton, Tracy (Schell FORMANCE, AND THAT • Rooney made a motion braska, BE IT RESOLVED Recognition of visitors, with the Logan County to accept Resolution #8- Rental)-402 G St. AND IT IS HEREBY RE- THE BOND OF $10,000.00 Return Utility Deposit In BE FOR CARD FORGERY. the board welcomed in- SOLVED BY THE CHAIR- coming board member Full ...... 100.00 MAN AND BOARD OF PASSED. APPROVED, Market & Deli AND ADOPTED THIS 9TH Josh Streiff. THE STAPLETON ENTERPRISE TRUSTEES OF THE VIL- Committee reports Community Center LAGE OF STAPLETON, DAY OF DECEMBER 2020 Award Winning Newspaper Supplies ...... 12.05 ATTEST: Housing/facilities/trans- NEBRASKA, THAT THE portation-Neal reported 1981 • 2012 • 2013 • 2017 • 2018 • 2019 • 2020 Wex Bank COMMUNITY FIRST STACEY E. ANDERSON, Fuel...... 609.41 VILLAGE CLERK on walk around inspec- Official Newspaper of Logan and BANK WILL BE THE tion by him and Mr. Van- McPherson Counties Borders Law Office BANK FOR THE FUNDS DAN BECKIUS, Inv# 10419...... 220.85 CHAIRMAN derheiden. Some scrap- The Stapleton Enterprise (USPS 518-780) is pub- OF THE VILLAGE AND Nebraska Truck Center ing/painting will need lished weekly on Thursday at Stapleton, Nebraska THAT THE VILLAGE Inv# Np l002862 Inv# done in the future, as will 69163. Periodical postage paid at Stapleton, Nebraska TREASURER IS HEREBY redoing the concrete slab 69163. Npl002897 ...... 1,636.88 COMMANDED AND AU- RESOLUTION #8-2021 Lexington ASWA BE IT RESOLVED AND at the elementary. The Marcia R. Hora ...... Publisher THORIZED TO DEPOSIT houses will also be need- Kendra Cutler ...... Editor Inv # 132863 ALL MONEY OF THE VIL- IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED Inv # 132973...... 349.20 BY THE CHAIRMAN AND ing some work in the fu- Kendra Cutler ...... Adv. & Circulation Manager LAGE OF STAPLETON ture. ADVERTISING RATES Country Partners THAT MAY COME INTO BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF Cooperative THE VILLAGE OF STA- Negotiation/finance-will ON REQUEST HER HANDS AND POS- be discussing later in the SUBSCRIPTION RATES Diesel/ Oil...... 345.96 SESSION IN SAID BANK PLETON, NEBRASKA, Logan County Treasurer THAT THE FOLLOWING meeting. In Nebraska ...... $28.00 ABOVE DESIGNATED. Americanism/multicul- Out of State ...... $30.00 Election Costs ...... 100.00 APPOINTMENTS SHALL PASSED, APPROVED, turalism/curriculum/pol- Above Prices Per Year City Of North Platte TAKE EFFECT JANUARY AND ADOPTED THIS 9TH icy-will be having a policy All Subscriptions Must Be Paid In Advance Landfill ...... 2,304.39 DAY OF DECEMBER 1, 2020 CARD OF THANKS Great Plains Telephone CHAIRMAN meeting in the near fu- 2020. ture. Minimum ...... $7.50 Telephone/ ATTEST: DAN BECKIUS ($10.00 if Billed) Internet...... 325.51 VICE-CHAIRMAN Marketing-nothing new STACEY E. ANDERSON, to report CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING CPPD VILLAGE CLERK WAYNE HORA Minimum ...... $5.00 Electricity ...... 1,582.91 ADMINISTRATOR Sports co-op-The NSAA DAN BECKIUS, mandates have deter- Additional Insertions At Reduced Prices Larm CHAIRMAN DAN BECKIUS ($7.00 if Billed) Invoice # 100611 VILLAGE CLERK / mined the winter sports ADDRESS CHANGES Renewal ...... 13,591.00 TREASURER procedures thus far, limit- Postmaster: Send address changes to: ing the number of specta- Mark L Frey RESOLUTION #4-2021 STACEY ANDERSON THE STAPLETON ENTERPRISE Paycheck...... 1,160.54 VILLAGE ATTORNEY tors allowed. The P.O. BOX 98 • STAPLETON, NE 69163 BE IT RESOLVED AND TOTAL...... 31,624.27 MIKE BORDERS committee is working on email: [email protected] IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED Approval of treasurer’s STREET the effective broadcast of Phone 308-636-2444 BY THE CHAIRMAN AND games. report: BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF SUPERINTENDENT All letters to the editor must be signed to be considered for publication. Opinions Motion by Tatman to ap- THE VILLAGE OF STA- BRENT BURKLUND expressed are those of the writer and not The Stapleton Enterprise/McPherson prove Treasurer’s report PLETON, NEBRASKA, TO VILLAGE ENGINEER See Proceedings County News. We reserve the right to edit letters and reserve the right to refuse Page 10 any advertising or news deemed not suitable for publication. as presented. Account ACCEPT AS SECURITY T.C. ENGINEERING INC. balances $260,488.10. In- VILLAGE AUDITORS ZNEZ

The Stapleton Enterprise The Social Side Thursday, December 24, 2020 Page 3 From The Past..... Pioneer Memorial Rest Home News -- Happenings on the Hill at Mullen -- Enterprise files dating back to July, 1912 TEN YEARS AGO tempted to light a hot home of Mr. and Mrs. Lyle DECEMBER 23, 2010 water heater. Best and to Ted’s Store, The Cyclone Wrestling Births: Chelsea Delight where a fire threatened Team pictured were: Rig- Streit, December 12 the meat department. gin Harper, Frankie Deaths: Leta P. Nansel, Work on the north and Lewis, Michelle Lopez, 79, December 5; Nels south highway was Colt Lewis, Ty Waits, Levi Robert Morrison, 80, De- stopped last week, due to Peterson, Taylor Hyde, cember 12; Dorotha M. the snowstorm. Sam Ascherl, Clay Seifer, Hill, 74, December 12. In the wake of the snow, Isaac Ascherl, Josh Schiltz FORTY YEARS AGO extreme cold and drifted and Tyler Heerten. They DECEMBER 25, 1980 roads and streets, thieves were coached by Pat Stapleton girls lost to made a goodly haul when Recoy and Tim Negley. Maywood, 36-46. Vickie they visited numerous Deaths: Viola (Ada) Godfrey led scorers with private garages in town. Spencer, December 14, 15 points. NINETY YEARS AGO 2010; Martha Beeken, De- Stapleton firemen re- DECEMBER 25, 1930 cember 13; Jerry W. sponded to a prairie fire Once more, Stapleton COURTESY Kramer, December 18. near the Jim Chapman was called upon to wit- Working on the tree craft. L-r: Marty Boyer, Marlene Dykes, Nadene Andersen and TWENTY YEARS AGO home. ness a destructive fire Vicky Earl. DECEMBER 21, 2000 Stapleton boys beat Call- when uncontrollable The Lady Broncos im- away, 58-54, improving flames completely de- Greetings everyone. We ternoon Marty, Marlene, I had the honor of pam- proved to 3-1 after beating their record to 5-0. Kyle stroyed bankruptcy no- hope you have all had a Nadene, Deb, Kathleen pering Ann and Deb for Callaway, 67-30. Sondy Barner led scoring with tices. great week. We have en- and Wanda enjoyed crafts hands alive. That after- Frey led with 18 points. 21 points. Deaths: Mrs. Bernard joyed the beautiful with Vicky Earl and I. noon we played Bingo. Stapleton lost to Call- Births: Stephen Allen French, 21, December 20. weather, but sadly it looks Vicky came up with this Nadene, Ann, Sharon C., away, 35-54. Tyler Blevins, December 15; ONE-HUNDRED like the weather is going cute tree idea and they en- Deb, Stan and Bob were Schacher led scoring with Victoria Colette Wilcox, YEARS AGO to change. joyed decorating them. all out to play. Bob was 14. November 27. DECEMBER 23, 1920 Monday morning Deb Tuesday morning we this week’s blackout win- Miss Logan County FIFTY YEARS AGO In local news, Wallace Minor, Kathleen Miles, had chair exercises and ner. Rodeo Queen, Kendra Up- DECEMBER 24, 1970 Baskin and Ed Salisbury Bob Osterman, Mary bean bag toss. Those out Thursday morning Deb, hoff of North Platte, was Stapleton downed Call- went to Omaha on busi- Kemp, Minnie Mary to participate were Ann, Wanda, Kathleen, Patsy on hand to help Santa away, 70-57, and Wallace, ness. J.P. Ambler and Hamilton, Jerry Carson, Nadene, Wanda, Doris Berney, Sharon C., Deb, Claus pass out treats this 92-35. Dennie Blevins and Kelly Ambler left for Sharon Carson, Nadene Griffith, Mary, Marty, Deb Twila, Marty, Minnie year. Derv Barner led scoring. Florida where they will Andersen, Ann Connell, and Jerry. That afternoon Mary and Mary were all Cynthia Gulbrandson Mr. and Mrs. Ben Niesen spend the winter. Florence Cooper, Wanda several residents were out out for current events. We will begin her column in were first place winners Cedar Lawn Stock Farm Mackley, Marty Boyer, to watch basketball on The Stapleton Enterprise, of the Christmas lighting has young Hereford cattle Marlene Dykes and I all Striv. See Happenings Page 7 “Gandy Gourmet.” contest. and Oxford sheep for sale. played kickball. That af- On Wednesday morning Deaths: Donald L. Fred- Deaths: Ronald Joseph erick, 85, December 12; Huff, 25, December 16. and stock is doing well. Peter G. Fulton, Decem- SEVENTY YEARS AGO They have their farms ber 7; Virgil Leroy Catter- DECEMBER 21, 1950 Logan County Tales pretty well broken out son, 89, December 12. Margaret Long, 22- and they expect that the THIRTY YEARS AGO month-old, suffered a heavy snows will leave DECEMBER 20, 1990 painful injury to the mid- Larry Hardesty the ground in first class Participants in the St. dle finger of her right condition for the crops of John’s Catholic Church hand in a rocking chair the coming season.” Christmas program were accident. 7240 West 37th Street - Kearney, Nebraska 68845 I have introduced the Stephanie Frey, Mary The Flyers beat Farnam, 308-233-3573 - [email protected] reader to all these individ- Beth Chapman and Chad 66-54 and moved into the uals, except Riley Haskell. Beckius. league lead. The Founding of Logan County, Nebraska: The Riley Emmett “Cap” Brandi and Amy Melvin Mrs. Wallace Salisbury, Haskell (1857-1933) has were two children happy Mrs. Geo. Viehmeyer and Soldiers’ Nebraska Colony Town Site Association an extensive entry in to jump on Santa’s lap to Mrs. Minnie Santo will be Logan County Through ploded in the fire. It se- tell him their Christmas January’s Rebekah Kens- Another Version of “Liv- lost and knew not which The Years and a book verely burnt the baby and wish list. ington hostesses. ing the American Dream”: side of the road I had length biography written both Mr. and Mrs. Tarbox, Scott and Marshall Jr. Wedding: Mary Holste Blizzards and Other Perils wandered. … Ten miles by his niece, Peggy although the newspaper Barnes were treated for and Mervin Rogers, De- The next newspaper ar- from home I found shel- Haskell Benjamin (1900- reported all seemed to be apparent carbon monox- cember 19. ticle from Charles ter and put up from home 2002). The same emer- recovering. A. P. Tarbox ide poisoning. Deaths: Adam L. Con- Shrader came soon after for the night. gency act of February 24, did have a brother, Steve Frey received a hiser, 89, December 18. the turn of the new year. Next morning, I found 1885, that created Logan Franklin Pease Tarbox minor burn to his right EIGHTY YEARS AGO On January 13, 1885, The the thermometer 26 de- County, also created (1853-1911). There is no hand when propane DECEMBER 19, 1940 Nebraska State Journal grees below zero and Sheridan County. I am evidence he ever success- fumes ignited as he at- Fire runs made to the published an article titled drifts worse than the day not sure what emergency fully patented land in “The Soldiers Colony: Out before. The storm was existed, except that desig- Logan County or lived in a Blizzard—Hauling fuel over, however, and I nating it so made the act there, but he may have. and Water—Examples of forced my way ten miles go into effect immedi- Senior Lunch Menu At In 1880 he still lived in Grit, Contentment, Etc. farther against a strong ately. DeJoWa’s Diner Etc.” Curiously, the news- wind, but found exercise Westport, Maine. By the paper reported it out of in shoveling through time of the 1885 census, The Kern Hall he lived in Plum Creek For Pickup, Delivery & Dine In. “Logan, Sioux Co., Ne- drifts. I found my family of Logan County (Lexington), Nebraska. braska, January 8, 1885.” and stock all alive but With equal urgency, the Call 308-636-2526 by 11:00 A.M. for delivery. Perhaps in the interven- Sioux County had been much surprised to find Soldiers’ Colony organiz- mushroom gravy, rice, ing time between 1880 Thursday, December 24 - formed several years ear- me ‘enjoying the same ers stepped up sales of peas, pineapple, salad bar and 1885 he lived for a Lasagna, green beans, lier in 1877 some 200 great blessing.’ … Some of lots of the proposed town Wednesday, December short time in Logan pears, garlic bread, salad miles to the west of the the late comers raised no of Logan. On March 29, 30 - Boneless chicken, County but had left by the bar Logan area. Perhaps the crops and went into the 1885, The Nebraska State mashed potatoes and time of the 1885 census. Friday, December 25 - area all looked “some- winter without a dollar. Journal reported, “Circu- gravy, green beans, pears, By 1898, however, he had Merry Christmas, Closed where out west” to a geo- How they are getting lars were being distrib- dinner roll, salad bar moved back to Westport Monday, December 28 - graphically-challenged through perhaps no one uted through the city Thursday, December 31 - Maine where he died in Ham and beans, fried po- Lincoln newspaper editor. else can surmise. Still, I yesterday calling atten- John Wayne casserole, 1911. tatoes, broccoli salad, Shrader related his story have heard not a word or tion to the public sale of mashed potatoes, corn, Alonzo P. Tarbox did baked apples, corn bread, as follows, “Several of us discontent or discourage- lots in the town of Logan, peaches, biscuit, salad bar have another brother, salad bar were out of fuel and the ment. All are satisfied the county seat of Logan Friday, January 1 - Manfred R. Tarbox (1861- Tuesday, December 29 - roads so bad, the distance that one more year will county. Closed, Happy New Year ?). I have not been able to Hamburger steak with so great and no chance to put them in more com- The leaders of the Sol- determine what hap- get shelter on the way that fortable circumstances. diers’ Colony undertook pened to the family, but we hesitated to attempt a They have perfect faith in other activities, albeit, the 1885 census recorded trip to the Dismal [River] the country and are premature as it turns out. for wood. So, December ‘bound to win.’” I am not him as A. M. Tarbox, Logan County Through male, age 24, married, but 29 found me at Gothen- sure folks sitting in front The Years refers to the living alone. This may be burg [sic] fifty miles away of warm fires in the Lin- “Kerr’s Hall at Logan . . . Alonzo’s sister, Alphine for coal and lumber. I had coln area shared his opti- used as offices for the 50 M. Tarbox, as previously come away from home mism from reading this days that it [Logan] was Boxed mentioned, living on her leaving less than two account. the county seat [page 4].” Christmas brother’s land. She did day’s supply of wood and Reports of death and in- In fact, Dr. T. C. Kern not patent any land in the Cards must make the trip as jury from the early (1843-1910?), a dentist in county. Manfred R. Tar- quickly as possible. I had colonists also probably Lincoln, probably fi- box, however, patented four good horses but fre- did not help settle the nanced, at least in part, We have a a160-acre purchase on quently found myself fast area either. On February the building. He had May 16, 1890, at great in the snow drifts with 25, 1885, The Nebraska started his practice in Lin- S1/2SW1/4, NE1/4SW1/4, selection! but the empty wagon. State Journal reported coln as early as 1874 with SE1/4NW1/4 25-18N-27W From Logan twenty-five under the heading “A Few an office not far from the near the original Logan miles south, the snow was Items of News from the Sol- Hoagland Brothers’ of- townsite. Perhaps several eight to ten inches deep diers’ Colony: An Accident fice. He advertised, in the members of the Tarbox and the little valleys and A Death—The New April 23, 1879, The Ne- family lived in Logan where the road was badly County Organization.” Ac- braska State Journal, “T. C. Holly Jolly Savings! County for a short time drifted. Still with four cording to Henry V. Kern D. D. S. and W. S. during its early history. Supreme strong horses I thought I Hoagland, who had re- Murray, D. D. S. Kern and Choice could pick my way and turned from the colony, Murray, Dentists, corner Organizing Logan Cooked get home with a good “The first death which of O and 11th Sts., over County Shrimp Ring load, it being hard to in- has occurred in the Harley’s drug store. Ex- 1.29 sleeve The Nebraska State Jour- duce a man out here to colony, aside from that of tract teeth without pain 10 oz. nal (February 25, 1885) ar- 4.99 travel fifty miles and back Mr. J. S. Hoagland’s little by use of Laughing Gas. Best Choice ticle reported, “Governor with half a load. … There son who was drowned in Gold fillings and artificial Russet King’s Dawes yesterday signed were shanties where we the Loup, occurred week teeth inserted on the Potatoes lb. Hawaiian the bill defining the 1.19 ourselves could have before last. It was that of most reasonably terms.” Rolls found shelter but not Mrs. W. J. Phelps, the wife boundaries of Logan 5 lbs. In 1880, he is recorded as 1.49 county. He appointed as place for the poor, tired of a homesteader, living single, white, age 27, born 4/10.00 2/6.00 horses so plod on we about four miles from temporary commission- 6 Pack 7.5 oz. cans or in Indiana, with the occu- 6 pack 16.9 oz. bottles ers C. D. Shrader, Willard must. … The moment we Logan.” This would be pation of “dentist.” Ginn and Riley Haskell, NEBRASKA did the tears would start Sarah G. Kephart Phelps T. C. Kern eventually did and as temporary clerk, and the moment they (1842-February 12, 1885) file on land in Logan Thursday Chas S. Wells. The county started they froze to our whom I have written County, but he never seat is Logan. The colony December 24 eyelashes and checks. about earlier. proved up the patent. has got possessions of the The ice accumulated in In addition, the newspa- The 1885 census has him No Special land for the town site and such quantities on my per reported, “Frank Tar- owning 160 acres of land will have a sale of lots in beard that I could not box, brother of A. P. in eastern Logan County, Closing @ 2:00 p.m. the spring. The people close my mouth. My Tarbox of this city, met but only five acres of it on Christmas Eve are cheerful, notwith- whole face was frozen— with a serious accident.” tilled. He did not place a standing the hard winter cheeks, nose, ears and Seems he was holding a value on it nor did he re- and the scarcity of fuel. chin and only by the baby while putting wood port owning any horses or greatest exertion could I into his cook stove. A The prairies are covered 308-636-2999 mules, required to work with snow and the canons Monday-Friday: 9 a.m.-7 p.m. keep up circulation and kerosene can hanging it. Your local store Saturday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. warmth enough to keep above the rafters above [sic] are drifted full, but serving you best! they have plenty of hay from perishing. … Twice, the stove fell and ex- Continued next week however, I found myself

Page 4 Thursday, December 24, 2020 Opinion The Stapleton Enterprise Odds & Ends The Men of Tundra Comics Marcia R. Hora, Publisher Linus tells it like it is It’s Christmas time again and the perfect time to remind ourselves and others of the true mean- ing. Aside from the shop- ping and parties, and boxes and bags, the gifts and the bows, and re- member that God himself came into this world to save all those who would believe. ing watch over their flock There have been many by night. And, lo, the ways to tell the story, but angel of the Lord came possibly none as pro- upon them, and the glory found as Linus of Charlie of the Lord shone round Brown fame. It has about them! And they reached the heart and were sore afraid. And the homes of hundreds of angel said unto them, people throughout the “Fear not! For, behold, I years. bring you tidings of great Charlie Brown, frus- joy, which shall be to all trated and at the end of my people. For unto you his rope, yells out - “isn’t is born this day in the city there anyone, who knows of David a Saviour, which what Christmas is all is Christ, the Lord. And about?” this shall be a sign unto Linus: Sure Charlie you. Ye shall find the babe Brown, I can tell you what wrapped in swaddling Dave Says clothes, lying in a manger. Life’s Outtakes Christmas is all about. Lights please? Dear Dave, Dave Ramsey “And there were in the Daris Howard I’ve got so many things I same country shepherds, See Odds & Ends want to address and abiding in the field, keep- Page 10 A Miracle in Disguise change about my life, both personally and pro- Andrew lay in the hospi- cobson said, “but there fessionally, in the coming tal bed trying to remem- are many capable doc- year. Do you have any ad- The Cutting Edge ber what had happened. tors.” vice or practices for help- Gradually it started to Andrew, still suffering ing people be successful come back to him. His from the shock of losing Kendra L. Cutler, Editor and achieve their goals? unit had come under his arm, wished to be left Tim heavy German bombard- alone, and Doctor Jacob- Sharing a legacy of love Dear Tim, ment as they fought their son seemed to under- Goals are dreams, but way east of Paris. Every- stand. He excused you can’t stop with just Kathy Melia Levine one had rushed for cover. himself, and the nurse fol- down, and review them dreaming. Examining Reader’s Digest The American forces had lowed his cue. often. This will provide your goals inside and out, responded with a bom- Andrew lay there alone, you with added motiva- and by thoughtfully con- Compromise, if not the bardment of their own. lost in his thoughts. Back tion to make your goals a spice of life, is its solidity. structing small, achiev- The Germans had in Kansas, before he was reality. It is what makes nations able steps toward them is started to fall back, but drafted, his life had re- Successful people exam- great and marriages the key to creating change were still putting up stiff volved around music. He ine and reassess their happy. in your life. Remember, resistance. Then Andrew had won many piano lives on a regular basis. —Phyllis McGinley remembered hearing the competitions and had too, that it’s your respon- When they realize whistling of incoming planned to make that his sibility — not someone changes need to be made, When my mother died shells. He had thrown career. Now that dream else’s—to fix things in they start living intention- at the age of eighty-four, himself to the ground, was gone. your life. If you’re waiting Men, shepherds, angels, ally, in writing, on paper, my four sisters and I were and after that he could re- Andrew’s father had for someone or some- and animals. As kids, we and on purpose! heartbroken. How could member no more. been so proud of his son’s thing else to make things loved the annual rites of —Dave we ever get over the loss As he looked around, piano ability. Having lost better, you’re going to be of this warm and loving the Christmas season, es- * Dave Ramsey is a Andrew could tell he was his left arm during World disappointed. woman, a talented artist pecially taking the nativ- seven-time #1 national in an army hospital. Sud- War I, Andrew’s father When it comes to setting who enjoyed life in spite ity set and decorations best-selling author, per- denly he became aware of said he enjoyed watching and achieving goals, be of its challenges and al- down from the attic and sonal finance expert, and tremendous pain in his Andrew do something he specific about what you ways doted on her hus- carefully putting them in right arm. He winced himself couldn’t do. host of The Dave Ramsey want to achieve. Vague, band, daughters and place. 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News, CNN, Fox Business, the home my mother After Mom’s death, want to lose weight, don't at the shock, someone After a while, Doctor Ja- and many more. Since loved, we spent many when the nativity set simply write down "lose spoke to him. cobson returned. “How 1992, Dave has helped days in disbelief, clearing emerged, no one was pre- “It’s about time you are you feeling?” he weight" as a goal. How people regain control of out her belongings. I re- pared for the battle that awoke. How are you feel- asked. much weight do you want their money, build wealth membered reading an would follow. My sister ing?” “Okay,” Andrew said. to lose? How many and enhance their lives. Ann Landers column Joanne was the first to Andrew could only ex- “I have the strangest pounds would you have to claim the manger, insist- He also serves as CEO for years earlier that dis- claim between gasps, “My déja vu feeling when I lose per week in order to ing it was the only one of Ramsey Solutions. cussed how many siblings arm!” look at you,” Doctor Jacob- see the desired result in a Mom’s possessions that --Dave fight bitterly over the pos- The doctor nodded. son said. specified amount of time? sessions left by their de- she really wanted. Her * Dave Ramsey is a seven- “There was nothing “Why’s that?” Andrew This one may sound ceased parents. I thought, wish was granted. But time #1 national best-selling much we could do. There asked. silly, but are the goals you “How lucky we are that when my niece Mandy was basically nothing left “Many years ago I fought author, personal finance ex- have in mind your goals? pert, and host of The Dave will never happen to us.” found out, she called of it when you arrived. It in World War I. I was If a spouse or friend sets Ramsey Show, heard by more Somehow, we easily and from her apartment in was all we could do to wounded and lay dying goals for you, you're prob- than 16 million listeners each peacefully divided Mom’s California to voice her ob- save your life.” when my good friend belongings—furniture, jection. She was clearly ably not going to succeed. week. He has appeared on Another voice, a came to my rescue. He Good Morning America, CBS jewelry, and household emotional as she repeated Creating a goal, and tak- woman's, joined the doc- saved my life but was This Morning, Today Show, items—among ourselves a decades-old promise tor’s. “You are fortunate, wounded himself in the ing ownership of it, will made to her by my give you more incentive Fox News, CNN, Fox Business, and a few charities. Al- young man. Doctor Jacob- process. It was because of and many more. Since 1992, mother: “Nanny prom- though I expected there son is the best. If you had him that I decided to be- to meet your goal. Setting Dave has helped people regain might be a tug of war over ised me that I could have ended up at a different come a doctor. The crazy a time frame will help control of their money, build her paintings, that never the nativity set when she medical unit, you likely thing is, you look just like you develop more realis- wealth and enhance their lives. happened. Pretty good was gone,” she cried. wouldn’t be alive.” tic goals, too. And last, al- He also serves as CEO for “The nativity set belongs considering there were “Thanks for the compli- See ways put your goals in Ramsey Solutions. to me.” Joanne felt Life’s Outtakes five daughters and four ment, Mary,” Doctor Ja- Page 7 writing. Write them grandchildren. No con- strongly that as Mom’s flicts, squabbles or dis- daughter, she had first putes at all. Until we dibs. Neither she nor discovered the old nativ- Mandy would budge. ity set in a box in Mom’s When the disagreement closet. showed signs of becoming I remembered Mom a full-blown family feud, telling the story of how we realized something she acquired the manger. had to be done. Enter the An old friend who did car- family arbitrator, my sis- pentry work gave it to my ter Eileen, who somehow mom and dad as a Christ- saw through the fog. But mas gift when they were as Mandy’s mother and first married. My sister, Joanne’s sister, could Eileen, however, remem- Eileen handle this bers it differently. Mom dilemma fairly? Tem- told her she found the porarily, she set aside the crèche in a garbage can emotion of the dispute, belonging to Mrs. Bing- and thought logically. The ham, the elderly lady who nativity set was just a lived across the street wooden stable, not an ir- from us. replaceable masterpiece Unlike some of the or- of art. The beauty was in nate versions found in the eye of the beholders, today’s stores, this the perception of two peo- manger was crafted from ple who coveted a simple dark wood and com- item owned by someone pletely unadorned—just a they loved. Couldn’t a roof, a floor and a railing copy be created? Of surrounding it. Though course! She would order beautifully crafted, there the wood from the lum- was one flaw: one side of beryard and get someone the double gate in front to build a second manger. was lopsided. Mom filled The following day, Eileen it with three figurines to went to Centre Millwork start—Mary, Joseph and and stood in line behind the Baby Jesus. For many years after, she continued See Cutting Edge to add others—the Wise Page 8

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Page 6 Thursday, December 24, 2020 The Stapleton Enterprise McPherson County News ~ Established 1889 ~ Incorporating The Tryon Graphic ZNEZ Graphic Files Urgent need for blood donors to help prevent From The Tryon Graphic Archives summer shortage TEN YEARS AGO Vincent Hora of Tryon, Chadron, to attend the For a limited time, the DECEMBER 30, 2010 was taken to the hospital wedding of Bradley Har- COVID-19 antibody test rect patient care with the American Red Cross is at North Platte December vey to Deborah Mier, on results will be available Red Cross Biomedical The McPherson County testing all blood, platelet 20th after falling near his Sunday. A number of within 7-10 days in the Services. “If you are feel- Kindergarten through and plasma donations for home south of Ringgold. other Tryon folks also at- Red Cross Blood Donor ing healthy and well, 12th grades annual COVID-19 antibodies, pro- Mr. Hora remains hospi- tended. App or donor portal at please schedule an ap- Christmas Concert was viding donors insight into talized with a broken hip, SIXTY YEARS AGO RedCrossBlood.org. The pointment to not only held in Tryon on Decem- whether they have been after undergoing surgery DECEMBER 29, 1960 test has been authorized help saves lives but also ber 16. A picture of the exposed to this coron- Friday morning. Mr. and Mrs. Floyd for emergency use by the learn about your potential mass choir of all the stu- avirus. At the same time, FORTY YEARS AGO Popham and Mr. and Mrs. U.S. Food and Drug Ad- exposure to COVID-19.” dents was featured on the there continues to be an DECEMBER 25, 1980 Hershell Foster spent ministration. The Red Cross is not test- front page. urgent need for blood do- Tammy Kaelin and John Christmas Day and The next Tryon Commu- ing donors to diagnose ill- Don and Helen Thomp- nations as hospitals re- Croghan were united in evening with Mrs. Pearl nity blood drive will be ness, referred to as a son would be honored on sume surgeries and marriage November 29, Lange and Ray. Mr. and Friday, January 22, 2021, diagnostic test. their 60th wedding an- treatments that require 1980 in the First Presbyte- Mrs. Don Lange and Mr. at the McPherson County Download the free niversary on December blood products. rian Church in Broken and Mrs. Larry Popham Fair Building from 8:00 Blood Donor App by visit- 31 by family and friends. Antibody testing will in- Bow. Their parents are and boys were evening a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Appoint- ing RedCrossBlood.org, Come Double Club met dicate if the donor’s im- Mr. and Mrs. Roland supper visitors. ments are encouraged to calling 1-800-RED CROSS for their annual Christ- mune system has Kaelin of Ansley, and Mr. Mrs. Jennie Moore and be able to provide respon- (1-800-733-2767) or en- mas supper and cards on produced antibodies to and Mrs. Jim Croghan of grandson, Don Moore, left sible social distancing. Ap- abling the Blood Donor December 4. High scores this coronavirus, regard- Broken Bow. for California on Friday. pointments may be made Skill on any Alexa Echo went to Ted Correll and less of whether they de- Postal rates are expected Jennie will spend the win- by Elaine Miller at 308- device. Carolyn Kemp. Lows went veloped symptoms. to go up again in late Feb- ter there and Don will 587-2446 or visiting red- Blood drive safety pre- to Karl Kemp and Helen Donations will be tested ruary or early March, un- visit a week and then be crossblood.org cautions are in place. Haney. using samples pulled at TWENTY YEARS AGO less the new adminis- back for school. “As an organization ded- To protect the health the time of donation and DECEMBER 28, 2000 tration under the guid- Rev. and Mrs. Ralph icated to helping others, and safety of Red Cross sent to a testing labora- ance of President Reagan, Chamberlain called on the Red Cross is pleased staff and donors, individ- Roger Neal stopped in tory where they will also can bring the increase to Mr. and Mrs. Allen Shim- to provide more informa- uals who do not feel well Tryon, Saturday, Decem- undergo routine infec- a sudden halt. First class min and Frank and Jessie tion about COVID-19 to or who believe they may ber 16, to visit with tious disease testing. A letters will go to 20 cents Shimmin one day last our valued donors,” said be ill with COVID-19 Geneva Neal for awhile. positive antibody test re- for the first ounce and week. Dr. Erin Goodhue, execu- should postpone their do- He was on his way to the sult does not confirm in- postcards will go to 13 Mrs. Odeth Dykes and tive medical director of di- nation. wedding of Scott Neal and fection or immunity. Robin Swanson at Arthur. cents. children and Mrs. Ruby Sharon and Larry Neal Dean Seifer hit two of Huffman returned home also stopped to see two free shots after the in time for the holidays, Geneva that evening after buzzer sounded to give after an extended stay in the wedding. the McPherson County Denver. Over The Hills Raymond Lockhart of boys a 47 to 46 win over SEVENTY YEARS AGO Cedarway, Colorado ar- Wallace last Thursday DECEMBER 28, 1950 rived in Tryon Thursday night. Mike Miller led Mr. and Mrs. Johnnie J.R. Trumbull to visit two of his aunts, Tryon with 22 points. Power and children, and Susie Bond and Olive FIFTY YEARS AGO Mrs. J.C. Power enter- how high your salary was; 9 - God will not ask you Neal. Mr. Lockhart was in DECEMBER 29, 1970 tained the following He will ask if you earned why it took so long to seek charge of the radio station Mr. and Mrs. Marion guests on Christmas Day: it clean. salvation; He will take you at Ogallala for a number Hornkohl and Kent Priest Mrs. Court Cash Sr., Mr. 5 - God won't ask you with love to his home in of years. of North Platte, were Sun- and Mrs. Leo Cash, Larry what your title was; He heaven, not to the gates of The Helping Hands Club day dinner and supper and Evelyn, Mr. and Mrs. will ask you if you did hell. enjoyed a delicious guests in the Gordon Bas- Court Cash Jr., Sharen your job to the best of 10 - God won't ask you Christmas meal in the sett home. Leland Essary and Tommy and Mr. and your ability. how many people you Nellie Knott home at of Grand Island, came in Mrs. Red Barner and 6 - God won't ask you have shared this message; Arthur on December 6th. the evening and was a baby. how many friends you He will simply ask you if THIRTY YEARS AGO house guest until Monday Duane Moore, son of Mr. had; He will ask you how you were embarrassed to DECEMBER 27, 1990 afternoon. and Mrs. Buster Moore of Quote: Even if other many people considered do so..... A miscellaneous shower All of the Priest families North Platte, who is serv- things are lost over the you as His friend. Jesus Christ said, " If you for Lynn and Tina Pyzer enjoyed Christmas dinner ing in the U.S. Army, got a years, let’s keep Christ- 7 - God will not ask you deny me before friends, I was being planned for with the Art French fam- furlough and visited his mas bright. Let’s go back which area you lived in; will deny you before my Sunday, December 30th at ily at Stapleton. grandparents, Mr. and to childlike faith.” He will ask you how you Father. Today is the day to the United Methodist Mr. and Mrs. Leland Mrs. Ed Traphagan in Unknown treated your neighbors. bless you, I bless you, I Church in Tryon. Rodewald and family Tryon, one day last week. As we celebrate the birth 8 - God will not ask you bless your heart, your Donald E. Moore a were supper guests in the Mr. and Mrs. S.A. French of our Savior, let us think about the color of your soul, your life, your home, Tryon rancher, recently Larry Trumbull home De- had as their Christmas on this short list. skin; He will ask you your family, your projects participated in the Con- cember 22nd. They Day guests, Mr. and Mrs. about the purity of your and dreams, in Jesus sumer Information Com- helped Larry and Helen Paul French, Art and Bur- 10 things God interior. name." mittee meeting of the celebrate their wedding rell, Miss Audrey Priest, didn't ask you Beef Promotion and Re- anniversary. Mr. and Mrs. Guy Chap- 1 - God will not ask you search Board. The com- Mr. and Mrs. Don man, their daughter and what model car you THE BEST PRESENT mittee met at Raleigh, Nicholson were Saturday granddaughters, Mr. and drove; He will ask you North Carolina, Decem- overnight guests in the Mrs. Otto Bartruff and how many people you Christ belongs in Christmas ber 9th. Jerold Harvey home in Mr. and Mrs. Pete Myers. have taken places or did No matter what others say. EIGHTY YEARS AGO errands for. DECEMBER 26, 1940 We know His birth is the reason 2 - God will not ask you True Christians celebrate this day. Clayton Heldenbrand dimensions of your and Court Kyne, two local house; He will ask you young men, were among how many people you got The date itself is symbolic. the members of Co. D. of in it. The time of year may not be correct the Nebraska National 3 - God won't ask you for But the joy of Christ in Christmas Guards to be inducted a clothing brand in your Is recognized by His select. into the U.S. Regular closet; He will ask you how many people you Bulk Fuel & Propane See Graphic Files helped dress up. It’s not about gifts and tinsel, Page 7 4 - God won't ask you Not even Santa Claus and elves, Delivery! For the true meaning of Christmas We must decide each for ourselves.

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Graphic Files Happenings (Continued from page 3) Obituaries (Continued from page 6) Army at North Platte Monday. The Company will leave for Ft. Robinson Johnny Jay Long passed Johnny Jay Rich Burnside running near Little Rock, Arkansas away at Heritage Estates heavy equipment, farm- shortly after the first of in Gering, NE on Decem- Long ing, and driving a truck. the year. ber 6, 2020 at the age of John enjoyed football, es- Paul Munson is ill at his 72. pecially the New England home north of Ringgold He was born on May 27, Patriots, dancing, hunt- this week with the flu. 1948, in Arnold, Nebraska ing, fishing and just sit- Mr. Munson was unable to Vernon and Edna Long. ting around telling to attend the commission- He was the oldest of four stories. ers meeting here Monday. children, two sisters and a John is survived by his Friends here learned brother. He was raised three daughters, Lea this week of the marriage north of Arnold and grad- (Ernie) Hottell of Kimball of Miss Hazel Tupper, uated from Arnold High NE, Cristi Koeppen of Sid- daughter of Mr. and Mrs. School in 1967. There ney, NE, and Jessica Lucius Tupper, to Victor COURTESY were many stories of his (Sean) Fulton of Sidney Paxton, son of Mr. and Mrs. Claud Paxton. The Minnie Mary Hamilton with a decoration from the Mullen high school years and his NE; sister Peggy (Denny) 2nd and 5th graders. Beatty of Garland NE, marriage is said to have lack of attendance. It 1948 - 2020 seems that his parents brother Jim (Pam) Long of taken place in October. enjoyed reading about all a visit with her daughter were called into the prin- Arnold NE and sister NOTICE: No hunting the family traditions. We Marian Nutter. hunting or seeing who Norna (Frank) Scott of will be allowed on lands even had the chance to Wanda Mackley enjoyed cipal’s office on many oc- could ride that barrel the casions. One story was Gandy; eight grand- owned or controlled by discuss some of our fam- visiting with her daughter longest and without get- daughters, two grand- the following: Edward ily’s traditions. Thursday Connie Moser. told of him climbing out ting hurt. the window of the princi- sons, seven great Waits, Carl Carlsen, Harry afternoon we had another Patty Kemp was here to On June 29, 1989, John grandkids and many G. Lamb, Walter Worden afternoon of basketball see her mom Mary Kemp. pal’s office. Even back married Marlene Hansel then he had a love for the nieces and nephews. and Ira Huffman. on Striv. Ann Connell enjoys visit- and they resided in He was preceded in NINETY YEARS AGO Friday we kept busy ing with her daughter Pat outdoors and adventure. Oshkosh NE. Starting in John married Cynthia death by his wife Mar- DECEMBER 25, 1930 with a project that we are Schwaderer. about 2005 they spent lene; one grandson, his Mrs. Rose Kahoe was a working on and that’s all Richard Broyles enjoyed Ahrens in March of 1967 most of their time travel- and had three daughters. parents and his grandpar- Tryon shopper one day that I can say because it’s his visits with his daugh- ing around in their 5th ents. last week and while in a surprise. Trust me, I am ters Marilyn Wright and While the girls were grow- wheel and working when- ing up John worked sev- A memorial service will town, favored the Graphic terrible at keeping this to Kathy Nunn. ever and wherever the op- be held December 26, with her renewal sub- myself. I had some amaz- Minnie Mary Hamilton eral jobs in too many portunity arose. That is towns to mention. Most of 2020, at 11:00 a.m. at the scription and also or- ing helpers to get this enjoyed her visit with her when they were not fish- Gandy Community dered the Graphic sent to project going and can’t daughter Clarine Balliet. those jobs were ranching ing or just hanging out which he had a true love Church in Gandy, NE. Me- her sister, Esther Abra- wait to get to write about Linda Penny was here to with all the other morials are suggested to ham. it in the news soon. visit with her mom Doris for. He spent many week- campers at the camp- ends helping his Dad with the donor’s choice. Inurn- Miss May Callander re- Some of our visitors Griffith. grounds. During that ment will be at a later turned home from from the past few weeks Twila Springer enjoys anything that had to do time, he ran heavy equip- with horses or cattle. date. Gothenburg Monday to were: visits from her husband ment and helped his son- We will miss those spend the holidays with Jerry and Sharon Carson Steve Springer. She also When he was not helping in-law build many a fence his Dad, those weekends bright eyes, that wonder- her parents, Mr. and Mrs. enjoyed visiting with has enjoyed her beautiful line. They finally settled ful smile and his love for Fred Callander. Becky Carson Fitzgerald, flowers from her son were spent with family down in Stapleton NE and friends either coon life and enjoying it to the John M. Neal returned Leah Carson and Stuart Rourke and his family. where he went to work for fullest. Tuesday from the west- Carson. Nadene Andersen’s visi- ern part of the county Stan Boyer’s visitors in- tors included Allen An- Shirley Elaine Arens- Shirley Elaine braska, Carrie Brown, where he had gone due to cluded Ron Boyer and dersen, Dean Andersen dorf, 89, of Tryon, Ne- Ogallala, Nebraska, Kenny the sickness of his daugh- Doug Boyer. Stan also en- and Darrell and Patty An- braska, died December Arensdorf (Nicole) Brown, Kearney, ter, Mrs. George Shim- joyed a Skype visit with dersen. 15, 2020 at Great Plains Nebraska, Laura Brown, min, who has been quite his daughters. We would like to thank Health, North Platte, Ne- North Platte, Nebraska, 11 ill at her home. Sherry Forbes’ daughter the Commercial Club for braska. She was born No- great-grandchildren; Bernard Connell drove Missy Holt was a visitor. the outdoor Christmas vember 9, 1931 to John Adrian, Chandler, Olivia, cattle to the Platte valley Sherry also got to Face- tree. It is very pretty and and Blendena (Cum- Zander, Michael, Axel, for Cecil Calhoun the first Time with her sister. the residents have en- mings) Gest in Burr Oak, A.J., Shawn, Braylon, of the week. Kathleen Miles enjoyed joyed it. Michigan. She graduated Brooklynn, and Jackson, from Burr Oak High one brother; Lynn (Glo- School in Michigan and ria) Gest, White Pigeon, COVID-19 Vaccine Shipment worked in a factory in Michigan and numerous Sturgis, Michigan. Shirley other family and friends. The first doses of the doses of the Pfizer vac- rive in Nebraska. And al- served in the United She was preceded in much anticipated COVID- cine by the end of the day though this marks the be- States Navy from Novem- death by her parents, 19 vaccine arrived in Ne- and 15,600 by week’s end. ginning of what we hope ber 1951 through April John and Blendena Gest; braska Monday, Dec- “We are all very excited sisters, Jackie (Fred) ember 14. The State is ex- See Vaccine 1955. While in the Navy 1931 - 2020 to know that the Pfizer she met Harold Arensdorf Bower, Bobbie (Bob) pected to receive 4,875 vaccine has begun to ar- Page 8 and they were married ESU 16 board for many Miller, Jo (Bud) Baldwin, March 19, 1955 in Astoria, years and was active in Sandy Coker, Sally (Steve) Oregon. After their dis- American Legion Auxil- Coker, and Donivee Gest. COVID-19 VACCINE PHASE 1A charges from the Navy, iary for 42 years. Memorials are suggested the couple returned to Ne- Survivors include her to the Tryon Volunteer ALLOCATION RECOMMENDATIONS braska and lived in husband Harold of Tryon, Fire and Rescue or the McPherson County most Nebraska, four children; American Legion Auxil- of their lives. Kathy (Randy) Fisher, iary #189. She was an avid gar- Tryon, Nebraska, Gary Online condolences can dener, great cook, espe- (Pam) Arensdorf, Well- be shared at www.adams cially her pies, bread and fleet, Nebraska, John swanson.com popcorn balls. She was (Lucy) Arensdorf, Ogal- Services were held Tues- very welcoming and no- lala, Nebraska, Blendena day, December 22, 2020, body left her house hun- “Dee” (Russ) Temple, at the Tryon United gry. Colome, South Dakota; 10 Methodist Church with She enjoyed spending grandchildren; Melissa Pastor InSung Kim offici- time with her children (Cory) Wacker, Vail, Ari- ating. Adams and Swan- and grandchildren and at- zona, Chad (Julie) Fisher, son Funeral Home is in tending their events. She Tryon, Nebraska, Adam charge of arrangements. enjoyed fishing, camping, (Amy) Arensdorf, St. Fran- Services were live- playing cards and arrow- cis, Kansas, Nicola (Der- streamed on the Adams & head hunting with her rick) Hansen, Maywood, Swanson Facebook page family. Shirley and Nebraska, Kadee (Jo) Dit- for those unable to attend. Harold were on the Tryon loff, Bradshaw, Nebraska, Sandhiller’s Bowling Paul Temple, Mandan, league for several years. 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Obviously not, research first showed that doesn’t appear to be a but it can cause health neither plastic net wrap health concern very problems if animals eat nor biodegradable twine often. And cows obvi- too much of it. get digested by rumen mi- ously are more at risk Feeding hay is work. To crobes. The old fashioned than feedlot animals. So, lighten the work load sisal twine, however, does it might be wise to re- feeding hay, we often take get digested, although move as much twine, es- short cuts and leave some quite a bit more slowly pecially plastic twine, as twine or net wrap on the than hay. can be removed easily bales. And whether we In another study net from bales before feeding. want them to or not, ani- wrap was included in the Twine in ground hay may mals eat some of that ration fed to steers for an be less of a problem since twine. extended period of time. more of it is likely to pass There is the potential for Then, 14 days before the completely through the twine to accumulate in steers were harvested, the animal. the rumen of cattle and net wrap was removed Think about how short- cause obstruction. Re- from the feed to learn if cuts and work-reducing search at North Dakota the net wrap eaten earlier actions you take this win- State University has con- might get cleared out of ter might affect your ani- firmed this risk and pro- the rumen and digestive mals. Then act vided further infor- system. Turns out it was accordingly.

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Vaccine (Continued from page 7) cine itself. The FDA and COVID-19 vaccine was CDC will continue to granted Emergency Use Letter to the Editor will be an end to this pan- have added protection monitor the COVID-19 Authorization by the U.S. demic, we cannot forget against this virus,” said vaccine for safety and ef- Food & Drug Administra- that we must continue to Dr. Gary Anthone, Chief fectiveness and any long- tion (FDA) Friday December 17, 2020 cial wind towers and con- slow the spread,” said De- Medical Officer and Di- term or rare side effects. evening. The Centers for Dear Editor, sider whether to amend, partment of Health and rector of Public Health for The Pfizer vaccine was Disease Control and Pre- I delayed writing this let- adopt or leave the recom- Human Services CEO, DHHS. “This vaccine has 90 percent effective in a vention’s Advisory Com- ter to see if Senator Tom mendations of the Plan- Dannette R. Smith. “We endured a significant phase 3 clinical trial. mittee on Immunization Brewer was going to do ning Commission as is. must continue to be re- amount of scrutiny dur- Comparatively, the flu Practices (ACIP) also voted the right thing and set the Pokorny made a motion sponsible and wear a ing the clinical trials in vaccine is generally 40 to Saturday to recommend record straight. I know to rescind his motion mask and we must avoid which more than 40,000 60 percent effective. The the use of the vaccine for the Senator knows the from the October 28, 2020 the three Cs: crowded individuals participated COVID-19 vaccine does individuals 16 and older facts, but has apparently special meeting “to pro- places, close contact and in. We are encouraging all not contain a live virus under the emergency use chosen to ignore. Let hibit any Commercial- confined places.” healthcare workers that and cannot give individu- authorization. ACIP, is the sleeping dogs lie? What Utility Grade Wind The first shipment ar- are in Phase 1A that can als the coronavirus. federal entity that deter- folks don't know won't Energy Systems and re- rived at approximately be vaccinated to do so as The Pfizer vaccine does mined the priority groups hurt him? We have no peal the sections in Chap- 6:55 a.m. in the State. this will offer added pro- require two doses spaced for the country. journalists in this district ter 16 of the current DHHS is working with tection to those who they about three weeks apart DHHS has devised a to hold elected officials ac- zoning regulations that local health districts, fed- are interacting with daily to be effective. The same tiered strategy for distri- countable so it is up to us, permit and regulate erally qualified health through their work-re- brand of vaccine must be bution based on ACIP’s We the People. them,” seconded by centers and hospital sys- lated duties and their per- administered for both recommendations for pri- The Senator's column in Heinz. Voting aye: Poko- tems to ensure an expedi- sonal lives.” doses. oritization. See the chart the Dec. 4 North Platte Bul- rny, Heinz, and Hoerle. tious delivery process. The FDA and the Cen- The Pfizer BioNTech on page 7. letin, the Dec 9 Valentine There will be a special Two hospital systems ad- ters for Disease Control Midland News, and other meeting to consider the ministered the first vac- and Prevention (CDC) are remaining recommenda- The Cutting Edge (Cont. from page 4) publications throughout cines today and other advising women who are the district was titled "Ne- tions of the Planning recipients are expected to breastfeeding, individuals several contractors order- sided front gate. “Okay?” braska counties fighting Commission regarding begin administering by who have experienced al- ing lumber from a young Eileen said in tears. “You back against wind genera- setbacks from dwellings, tomorrow. lergic reactions to other man with a crewcut. He have no idea what this tion.” The first two para- property lines, and insti- It is important to note vaccines and those who was wearing a tag with will mean to my sister graphs read like this: tuting a clustering rule on that while we know there have compromised im- his name, Brett, written and my daughter. To the "A few weeks back we December 9, at 8 am. " is much interest from the mune systems to discuss in green magic marker. entire family. I don’t care received word from Chapter 23 of the re- public in knowing exactly the benefits and risks of When Eileen’s turn came, what this costs. Your work Wheeler County Commis- vised statutes contains 29 when and where the vac- taking the vaccine with she had to shout over the has saved the day.” sioners that they had articles so I would be in- cine is being delivered their medical provider be- sound of buzzing saws. “That will be $3.75 for unanimously passed a terested to know exactly there are security proto- fore receiving it. She pointed to the nativ- the materials,” Brett said. county zoning regulation in which article I can find cols in place. The State is The potential side ef- ity set in her arms and When Eileen insisted on that entirely bans indus- the law the Senator is re- asking that Nebraskans fects from the vaccine are told him the story, ex- paying him more, he said, trial wind energy projects ferring to. Because Sena- keep this in mind. similar to those experi- plaining that it was caus- “I didn’t do it on company in that county. tor Brewer KNOWS it is The State is not mandat- enced by people who re- ing a major rift between time. I built it at home so First of all, I want to say against the Nebraska Con- ing the vaccine, however ceive the flu shot: her sister Joanne and her I won’t charge you for the how proud of them I am. stitution to outright ban a it is strongly encouraging soreness at the injection daughter Mandy. Brett labor.” He pointed to the It takes courage for legal business, which in- that people, particularly site, fever, headaches, and took the stable from her, new manger. “I hope this elected representatives to cludes wind energy sys- health care workers, get body aches that usually go held it up with one hand helps your family have a stand up to big wind com- tems, I wonder at the vaccinated once doses be- away within 24 hours. Un- and laughed, “They’re merrier Christmas.” panies. Furthermore, intent of his writing. It's come available. less symptoms worsen or fighting over this?” Eileen left Brett with a this is more clear and con- no secret he, his legisla- “Today marks a path for- linger, there is no need to “Yes,” Eileen explained. large tip and a big hug of vincing evidence that Ne- tive aide, and at least one ward as the vaccine will seek medical care. Pfizer “I know it seems crazy, thanks. When she got braska's state law works other member of his staff enable our healthcare reported no serious side but it was my mother’s home and called Joanne just fine. Chapter 23 of are part of a group with workers who have been effects from the vaccine, and they both loved her and Mandy about her cre- the revised statutes is multiple lawsuits against on the frontlines of this and there were no deaths very much. Is there any ative solution, they were crystal clear in the power Cherry County Commis- pandemic since March to directly linked to the vac- way you could measure very happy and extremely it gives counties, and I am sioners (ie Cherry County and cut some wood so we relieved that the problem glad it does." citizens as we are the ones could have a duplicate was resolved. One phone The following is an ex- paying the bill). Failing to built? call later, Joanne and cerpt from the Wheeler correct the record only Brett said, “Leave it Mandy had agreed that County Commissioner leads to further mislead- here. I’ll see what I can Joanne would take posses- meeting minutes of Nov ing and deceptive infor- 40% Off do.” Eileen left, hoping he sion of the new stable as 25, 2020. mation. "The more local could come up with a well as some of the old fig- "McNally updated the government is, the better minor miracle. That’s urines—including Mary, board on its decision to it is." If the Senator really all Christmas decor! what it would take to sat- Joseph and the infant. prohibit Commercial-Util- believes this, why is he al- isfy the two women in her Mandy would get to keep ity grade wind energy ways inserting himself or December 22 - January 2 life that were squabbling. the original — just as conversion systems at the his office in the issue? A few days later, she re- Nanny promised. special October meeting. "The Salvation of the Looking for a Gift ceived a phone message Because a complete re- State is Watchfulness in perfect gift? saying that her order was the Citizen". Certificates striction is unconstitu- Give BrewBakers ready. When Eileen ar- tional, he advised the Sincerely, and Bucks and rived at the hardware Fax board that they will have Sherri Bacon Gift Registry store to pick up the wood, Valentine, NE Gift to rescind their earlier Available! she couldn’t believe what vote to prohibit commer- Certificates! she saw — two identical & Copy stables sitting side by side. Brett had not only Service cut and measured the Color .49 ea. Stapleton Public School wood, he had built a sec- Thank you B & W .10 ea. o o ond manger. “I know you Foundation Merry f r y ur wanted them to look the support in same, so I added a couple invites you to consider a Christmas! 2020! of dings and flaws that were in the original. 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The Stapleton Enterprise Sports Thursday, December 24, 2020 Page 9

Mavericks move to Gipe Wins 120 Pound Bowling 5-1 on season Division At Sutherland Results The Sandhill Valley Mav- Chase Gracey, Mullen, 5th Place Match - Daniel ball well and led the en- COACH TIM KARN ericks were in action on won by fall over Powell, Kohel, Morrill, won by fall At tire game until the boys Saturday, January 19 in (Fall 4:32); Round 5 - Pow- over Zuniga, (Fall :12) took the lead with about Triangle Lanes The Sandhills Valley Sutherland. The team ell won by fall over Do- 145 - Camron White (4- four minutes left in the ended the day in 10th minick Geho, Paxton, 8). Champ. Round 1 - boys basketball team had contest and held on for a busy week. place with a total of 37 (Fall 1:01). White received a bye; LADIES CITY LEAGUE the win. They never gave points. 132 - Conner Weekly (6- Quarterfinal - Beau Lake, They started the week up and the pressure fi- DECEMBER 8, 2020 Tuesday, December 15, at Mullen won the meet 8) scored eight team Bayard, won by fall over Pot Shots ...... 28 16 nally wore the Wolves with 136 points and points. Champ. Round 1 - White, (Fall 3:35); Cons. Maywood/Hayes Center. down. Groovy Another slow start was Maxwell was second with Weekly won by fall over Round 2 - White received Grannies ...... 24.5 19.5 The final score was 52- 115 points. Grady Fecht, Hyannis, a bye; Cons. Round 3 - Bri- the demise for the boys 44 in favor of Sandhills Dummies ...... 23 21 on this night as they Complete results for the (Fall 1:00); Quarterfinal - ent Wood, Perkins Broadway Valley. SVM wrestlers: Jon Peterka, Sutherland, County, won by fall over played them even after On Saturday, December Babes ...... 22.5 21.5 the first quarter. At May- 120 - Dayton Gipe (8-0) won by fall over Weekly, White, (Fall 2:27) Atta Girls...... 19 25 19, the Mavs traveled to placed first and scored 19 (Fall :32); Cons. Round 2 - 285 - Kaden Blake (1-12) wood/Hayes Center our Wauneta to take on the Crafters ...... 15 29 worked the boys most of team points. Round 1 - Weekly received a bye; placed sixth. Round 1 - HIGH TEAM GAME Broncos. The boys played Gipe won by fall over Cons. Round 3 - Weekly Kayden Stubbs, Maxwell, the game and the coach a good first quarter and Atta Girls ...... 283 did not have them men- Brock Burry, Bayard, (Fall won by fall over Gavin won by fall over Blake, HIGH TEAM SERIES kept the pressure on the :45); Round 2 - Gipe won Hunt, Garden County, (Fall :19); Round 2 - tally prepared to play. remainder of the contest. Atta Girls ...... 734 The difference was at the by fall over Mason Toner, (Fall :48); Cons. Semi - Michael Rotherham, Ba- HIGH INDIVIDUAL As savory as the win felt Perkins County, (Fall Zach Araujo, Bayard, won yard, won by fall over 3 point line as Maywood the brisket sandwiches GAMES was 5-15 and the Mavs 1:30); Round 3 - Gipe won by major decision over Blake, (Fall :16); Round 3 - Sal Hilderbrant 178; from A Taste of Texas by major decision over Weekly, (MD 12-3). Austin Meyer, Perkins were a miserable 2-15. BBQ in McCook were al- Cindy Ahrens 151; Gwen Maywood/Hayes Center Cauy Morgan, Suther- 138 - Isabelle Zuniga (3- County, won by fall over Gill 144. most as tasty. land, (MD 11-3). 9) placed seventh. Round Blake, (Fall :50). won the game 49-37. Both girls and boys con- HIGH INDIVIDUAL After suffering their first 126 - Braden Powell (4- 1 - Samuel Foster, Suther- The Sandhill Valley Mav- SERIES tinue play on Monday and 10) placed third and land, won by fall over Zu- erick wrestlers will be loss of the season the boys Tuesday, December 21 Sal Hilderbrant 429; did bounce back and se- scored 10 team points. niga, (Fall :11); Round 2 - back in action on Satur- Cindy Ahrens 378; Gwen and 22 in the Maxwell Round 1 - Gabe Kohel, Brenton Abbott, Leyton, day, January 2 in Pleasan- cured victories over Twin Holiday tournament. Gill 368. Morrill, won by fall over won by fall over Zuniga, ton. The meet is set to We are in need of one more Loup at home and Merry Christmas to all! Wauneta Palisade on the Powell, (Fall :41); Round 2 (Fall :22); Round 3 - Zu- begin at 9:30 a.m. bowler. The first action after the - Powell received a bye; niga received a bye; Con- road moving to 5-1 on the break is January 2nd in season. Round 3 - Powell won by solation Bracket - Sam Stapleton vs. Sumner-Ed- major decision over Jay- Melton, Maxwell, won by NCPA Academic Twin Loup came to town dyville-Miller. December 18 and shot the den Klein, North Platte St. fall over Zuniga, (Fall :12); Pats, (MD 12-4); Round 4 - All-State Announced Energy Bag program The Nebraska School Ac- sons who are nominated tivities Association by their schools for their designed to complement Lady Maverick (NSAA) is pleased to an- individual academic ex- nounce the student recip- cellence, leadership and current recycling efforts Basketball ients of the Fall 2020-21 significant contributions The Lady Maverick var- The Lady Mavs traveled Nebraska Chiropractic in their NSAA activity. in the Upper Loup NRD sity basketball team to Wauneta on December Physicians Association Local recipients are: In 2016 the Hefty En- and snack bags, plastic played three games last 19, and took on the Lady (NCPA) Academic All- Stapleton ergy Bag program pet food bags, fruit, fresh week. Broncos. State Awards. Since 2006 Boys Cross-Country - launched in Nebraska. A and frozen vegetable & The Lady Mavs continue The girls lost the game this NSAA Award Pro- Jared Trimble group of companies fruit bags, salad bags, etc. to improve and are scor- 24-84. gram has recognized stu- Football - Tad Dimmitt banded together to de- • FOAM PRODUCTS: ing more points this year, The Lady Mavs played in dents who meet the Play Production - Han- velop and introduce a Foam cups, plates & but are still winless. The the Maxwell tournament criteria for nomination by nah Burnside and Trinity program in Omaha, Ne- bowls, foam to-go boxes, team is working hard and Monday and Tuesday, De- their school in the season Hansen braska called Hefty En- packing peanuts hopes to get a win in the cember 21 and 22. of their activity. Volleyball - Megan Amos ergy Bag, which has been • PLASTIC DINNER- upcoming tournament. The girls will play SEM Each year the NSAA and Trisha Bernt designed to convert hard- WARE: Straws, stirrers, The girls lost to May- at Stapleton on January 2, and the NCPA recognize McPherson County to-recycle plastics into en- utensils, cups, plates & wood-Hayes Center at 2021. students during Fall, Play Production - Nasta- ergy. The program is a bowls Maywood on December Winter and Spring Sea- cia Waddell collaborative effort be- • PLASTIC FOOD PACK- 15, by the score of 36-73. tween Reynolds Con- AGING: Shredded cheese Twin Loup came to Sta- sumer Products, Recycle- packages, cake mix liners pleton, December 18, and bank, First Star Recycling, & other dry powder mix the girls played a very Support The Sandhills-Valley and Conagra Foods and is liners, granola bar, energy close game before losing complimentary to me- bar & candy wrappers, by three, 31-34. chanical recycling. condiment packets, pud- Twin Loup led 20-14 at Through the program, ding cups, food Wrap, etc. the half and the girls Mavericks! hard-to-recycle plastics • PLASTIC POUCHES: fought back in the second. like candy wrappers, stand-up drink pouches, meat and cheese packag- squeezable baby food ing, plastic cups, plates, pouches my life. I hope everyone straws, and fast-food foam Where can you get the has a Merry Christmas containers, normally dis- Hefty® EnergyBag® bags? Legislative News and a Happy New Year. posed of at area landfills, Rolls can be purchased Please contact my office are collected into special from the Upper Loup with any comments, ques- orange-colored bags, NRD at our cost, in 3 sizes. District 43 - Tom Brewer tions, or concerns. Email made by Hefty, and 8-gallon roll (20 bags/roll) me at [email protected], placed into regular recy- for $10.50, 30-gallon roll 402-471-2628 • [email protected] mail a letter to Sen. Tom cling trailers. They are (20 bags/roll) for $22.00 Brewer, Room #1101, P.O. then later sorted at a recy- or 55-gallon roll (16 Box 94604, Lincoln, NE cling facility and con- bags/roll) for $38.50. Bags Much to be thankful for 68509, or call us at (402) verted into useful are also available at some 471-2628. resources like energy, fuel Hy-Vee and Home Depot It’s that time of year Governor or the Presi- and durable building ma- stores. If you have any when we all should pause dent. Our incredible terials. questions about the pro- a moment and consider healthcare workers who What items ARE ac- gram or would like to the very long list of things stand on the front line in cepted in the Hefty® En- order any bags please con- that we all have to be the emergency room. The ergyBag® bags? tact us at 308-645-2250. thankful for. I’ve seen citizens who raise their • PLASTIC BAGS: Chip much of the world, and a hand and run for elected lot of it wasn’t a pretty office on the city council New Sympathy sight. Americans for the or the county commis- most part fail to grasp sioners or the school biggest blessing we have Birthday & Get Well Christmas how blessed we all are to board. The unpaid volun- in the United States is the Cards Are Here! live in this country. Our teers who staff rural fire large number of ordinary federal government has departments or volunteer citizens willing to give of We also stock: Hours some serious issues, but at their local school or themselves to make their the State of Nebraska is church. The many veteran community better. A lot of • Plastic Table Cover Closing @ 5:00 p.m. doing very well compared groups and organizations people in other countries Rolls Christmas Eve to many states. like the American Legion are not as free as we are. • Paper...By the ream I would like to thank all and Veterans of Foreign They look to the govern- or by the case CLOSED the Nebraskans who give Wars who give so much ment to improve their • Posterboard in a lives. Americans look to Christmas Day of themselves so the rest back to their communi- variety of colors of us can take so much for ties. Civic organizations themselves. The people and granted. Our law enforce- like the Eagles Club or Ro- know our government December 26 ment, fire departments tary Club or Shriners who does not make America and emergency medical support so many charita- great. Our people do. personnel who make dial- ble causes. Even the Working for them has ing 911 something we can neighbor who looks in on been the greatest honor of rely on. The soldiers and the elderly person who airmen of our National lives alone next door. The YOUR HOMETOWN PRINT PARTNER Guard who stand ready to Dad that agrees to be the answer the call of the Cub Scout pack leader, or TH LO the parent who agrees to OU UP help chaperon the 4th S From all of us, to all of you... Grade Class that visits our Lawn Care very unique and beautiful Capitol building every Spring. These amazing citizens are the fabric of our com- munity. They are the stitches that hold our coat of many colors together. They make living in Ne- braska and the United Sign up before January 31 Package Beer & Spirits Thanks for States the special thing your support! that it is. for 10% savings I’ve no doubt left people on your lawn care services! New Year’s Eve Celebration off this list. It’s not inten- tional. The list of people and groups that make Prime Rib & Crab Legs • Fresh Oyster Bar! America great is very • Professional Service • Insecticide Treatments long. The willingness of • Lawn Fertilizing • Residential & Music By Borderline and Stand-up Comic, Steve SABO ordinary people to volun- • Lawn Weed Control Commercial Service teer and give back to their Through The Holidays! communities is a singu- “South Loup Lawn Care, Mon. - 4 p.m. - 11 p.m. larly unique aspect of where service is always in season” Tues. - Thurs. - 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. $18.00 Ribeyes American life. You just Jesse Halstead Fri. & Sat. - 11 a.m. - 2 a.m. $16.00 New York Strips don’t see this degree of 219 Hwy 92 • Arnold, NE 69120 Closed Sunday civic involvement in 308-636-8692 308-848-2900 • Arnold other countries. The [email protected]

Page 10 Thursday, December 24, 2020 Proceedings & Notices The Stapleton Enterprise

5. DHM-Discussion on Chase - Bond .....35,000.00 Alternative perintendent gave a road ZNEZ Proceedings revisions, the board Chase-Bond Data Processing ...... 50.00 report, Sean Carson gave (Continued from page 2) tabled any further action. Interest...... 2,31.25 U.S. Bank an Emergency Manager subscribers, readers, and Student representative- 6. Superintendent evalu- Wire Transfer...... 40.00 Office & Law Enforce and Sheriff Report and advertisers now more Malaky Johnston reported ation-the board agreed TOTAL...... 37,361.25 Supplies ...... 953.10 Colten Venteicher, County than ever. We look for- on the students decorat- that the pandemic has Publish: December 24, Verizon Wireless Attorney gave a report. ward to continuing to ing of doorways at the made it a hard first se- 2020 Telephone The commissioners dis- bring you the best com- high school.7-12 Students mester. Service...... 252.54 cussed purchasing a munity newspaper in were randomly grouped 7. Roll over contract-dis- Logan County Community First Bank Hotsy Washer. It was de- 2021 we possibly can. for the project. This was cussion Commissioners Employer Share cided to get bids on organized by student 8. Teacher negotiations- Regular Meeting Oasi...... 2,348.72 adding a heated storage counsel. He reported on Motion by Powers, second GENERAL ROAD area to the shop before Cards of the marketing class proj- by Ascherl to go into exec- Proceedings Beveridge Inc making a purchase. ect making a multimedia utive session to discuss. COUNTY Gravel & Motion by Wonch sec- Thanks ad for our school. Ascherl Voting aye, Powers, As- COMMISSIONERS' Borrow...... 11,534.14 onded by Doyle to ap- noted the importance of cherl, Coffman, Neal, PROCEEDINGS Blue Cross-Blue Shield prove the Inland Marine media at this time, when Schultis. Nay, none. The DATE: December 16, Employer Share.....919.99 after having clerk add I want to thank Larry we are distanced due to board entered executive 2020 TIME: 9:00 A.M. Country Partners Road Maintainer Drag and Deb for nominating the pandemic. session at 8:16 pm. Regular meeting of the Cooperative and Culvert Cleaner, Auto me for the Nebraska Principal-Mr. Vanderhei- Motion by Neal, second County Commissioners of Fuel And Fleet and Building and Sandhills Cowboy Hall of den reported that teach- by Ascherl to exit execu- Logan County, Nebraska Repairs...... 2,992.05 Grounds schedules. Yeas: Fame and to Vern for all ing staff evaluations are tive session. Voting aye, was held in the Commis- Creative Printers Doyle, Gaites and Wonch. his help. all completed, and that all Neal, Ascherl, Coffman, sioners' Room of the Misc Exp...... 19.75 Nays: None. Thank you to all who meetings with staff will Powers, Watson, Schultis. Courthouse in Stapleton, Croell Inc No further business called, sent cards and ex- be completed before the Nay, none. The board ex- Nebraska. Notice of this Gravel & meeting adjourned to tended words of congratu- winter break. He also re- ited executive session at meeting was given in ad- Borrow ...... 9,887.76 meet January 20, 2021. lations. ported that MAPS testing 9:50 pm. vance there of by publica- Eastside Service Scott Gaites, Chairman Thank you to Marcia is scheduled for early Jan- Motion by Coffman, sec- tion in The Stapleton Fuel And Attest: and Kendra for their great uary. ond by Ascherl to adjourn Enterprise in the issue Repairs...... 1,560.46 Debbie Myers (SEAL), article and the great job Superintendent-Mr. Van- the meeting. Voting aye, dated December 10, 2020, Frey's General Store Logan County Clerk they do with our local derheiden reported on is- Coffman, Ascherl, Powers, and posting at least by the Shop Supplies ...... 49.95 Publish: December 24, paper. sues with the hail repair Neal, Watson, Schultis. third day before the Garrett Tires And Treads 2020 It is all greatly appreci- of siding, with the work- Nay, none. Meeting ad- scheduled meeting at the Machinery & ated and I feel very hon- site being left in disarray. journed at 9:51 pm. Logan County Court- Equipment ...... 477.00 Odds & Ends ored. This problem has been re- house and the Stapleton CLAIMS: Inland Truck Parts (Continued from page 4) Chub Dailey solved. He reported on GENERAL Post Office and was simul- Company Road the flagpole at the ele- EFTPS...... 22,017.58 taneously given to the Equipment “And suddenly, there Thank you to everyone mentary, which will be re- Nebraska Department Of Chairman and all mem- Repair...... 2,313.58 was with the angel a mul- in our community for placed in the near future. Revenue ...... 3,513.07 bers of the County Board. Lincoln County titude of the Heavenly their many acts of kind- He presented the board AFLAC ...... 1,804.00 Availability of the agenda Feedyard LLC Host praising God, and ness to John and to us with a second quote on a Blue Cross was communicated in the Hauling saying, “Glory to God in after his passing. The me- sprinkler system. Will be Blue Shield...... 18,077.75 notice and in the notice to Materials...... 764.25 the Highest, and on Earth morials, food, flowers, obtaining a third quote. Sandhills State members of the Board of Nebraska Truck Center peace, and good will to- cards, prayers and expres- He updated the board on Bank ...... 63,558.31 this meeting. All proceed- Road Equipment ward men.” sions of sympathy were so the DHM revised quaran- MCHS Housing ...1,020.78 ings hereafter shown Repair...... 564.67 And then Linus finishes appreciated and helped tine guidelines, and the WageWorks ...... 125.00 were taken while the con- NMC Exchange LLC with...that’s what Christ- us during a very difficult NSEA petition of argu- Nebraska School vened meeting was open Road Equipment mas is all about, Charlie time. A special thank you ment filed with the state Retirement ...... 17,000.13 to the attendance of the Repair...... 1,148.91 Brown. to Linda and Zach for all board of education. He First National Bank public. Agenda posted Paulsen Inc Thanks to Charles their help. May God bless told the board of a school Omaha3 ...... 478.96 and open meetings poster Gravel & Schulz and the whole each one of you! board workshop ESU 15 First National Bank is on wall in Commission- Borrow ...... 356.47 Peanuts gang for having The Family Of has invited ESU 16 mem- Omaha5 ...... 1,936.75 ers Room. Petty Cash Fund the courage to put the John Santo ber schools to participate Barr Sprinkler Meeting was called to Tele. And Utilities & true meaning of Christ- in. The board gave him System...... 231.94 order by Chairman Scott Supplies ...... 227.70 mas in their animated our approval to end the Creative Printers ...242.78 Gaites. Powerplan film. It is a true Christmas visit us and second semester for stu- Culligan...... 131.63 Roll call was answered Equipment classic. subscribe @ dents December 19, and Custer Public as follows Scott Gaites, Repair ...... 10,451.73 Merry Christmas, read- give the teachers Decem- Power ...... 1,172.24 Chairman, Lee Wonch, Stapleton Co-Op ers! Thank you for your creativeprinters ber 21 as a workday to Eakes Office Board Member, Bob Market & Dell support of our newspa- online.com pers this past year. We complete their duties. Plus ...... 3.50 Doyle, Board Member and Shop Supplies ...... 8.22 and like us on Discuss/possible action ESU 16...... 11,055.26 Debbie Myers, Clerk/As- Traffic Sign Corporation couldn’t do it without you 1. Pay QCPUF-Motion by Great Plains sessor. Signs & Posts...... 139.78 and we appreciate our Facebook Powers, second by Neal to Communication ....213.51 Absent: None U.S. Bank pay the QCPUF ($35,000, Hometown Also present were: Dick Machinery & $2,321.25 interest, $40 Leasing...... 189.00 Gewecke, Co. Treasurer, Equipment ...... 472.50 HEAD CUSTODIAN wire fee) Voting aye, Pow- Colten Venteicher, Co. At- Ideal Linen ...... 76.55 Community First Bank Stapleton Public School is seeking applicants for a full- ers, Neal, Ascherl, Watson, torney, Rich Cook, High- Menards...... 160.13 Employer Share time head custodian to maintain a clean, sanitary, and safe Coffman, Schultis. Nay, Midland Occupational way and Weed Oasi...... 1,069.34 environment for staff and approximately 200 students. The none. Motion carried. Medicine ...... 106.00 Superintendent and Sean COUNTY LIBRARY grounds include one primary school, a weight room, and a 2. Staff absences due to Neal Oil & Carson, Sheriff and Emer- Creative Printers shop. Responsibilities include various custodial duties to quarantine-Motion by Auto Center ...... 849.25 gency Manager. Printing & maintain the cleanliness and orderliness of all places and Powers, second by Neal to Nebraska Public Health Motion by Doyle sec- Publishing ...... 7.11 facilities, and event set up and tear down. Job duties include, expend ESSERS through Environmental ...... 30.00 onded by Gaites to ap- Community First Bank but are not limited to: supervising custodial staff, cleaning May 31, allowing 80 hours Nebraska State prove November 18, 2020 Employer Share tasks such as vacuuming, sweeping, dusting, mopping, of isolation/quarantine Fire Marshall...... 120.00 minutes without reading, Oasi...... 42.84 cleaning restrooms, and performing repairs to the building, for staff. Voting aye, Pow- North Platte as the Clerk had previ- 911 SURCHARGE furniture, fixtures, and custodial equipment. ers, Neal, Coffman, As- Telegraph...... 33.42 ously furnished each Petty Cash Fund The applicant must possess a high school diploma, read, cherl, Watson, Schultis. Prairie Hills Cafe .....57.00 member with a copy Telephone and use information obtained from written sources, visual Nay, none. Motion car- Rosenberg Ins...19,835.00 thereof. Yeas: Doyle and Service...... 67.34 displays, and measuring devices. They must read and ried. WageWorks ...... 55.25 Gaites Nays: None. Ab- CLAIMS...... 74,928.24 comprehend instructions on the correct use, care, and 3. Bus tires-Further re- Ward, Kelly ...... 33.76 stain: Wonch. SALARIES...... 47,211.90 storage of custodial equipment and chemicals. The individual search produced a quote TOTAL...... 164,128.55 Motion by Wonch sec- TOTAL...... 122,140.14 must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch, and lift to 50 pounds. from Garrett tires. No gov- ACTIVITY onded by Doyle to ap- Motion by Doyle sec- The custodian will receive full family insurance, retirement, ernment programs are First National Bank prove claims as onded by Wonch to pass, five vacation days, and five days of sick leave. Salary is available at this time. Mo- Omaha3 ...... 1,124.99 presented. Yeas: Wonch, approve and adopt Reso- negotiable. The position will start on June 1, 2021. The tion by Powers, second by First National Bank Gaites and Doyle. Nays: lutions #20-20 approving position is open until filled. Interested candidates should send Ascherl to purchase the Omaha5 ...... 140.00 None. Securities Designation a letter of application, resume, three letters of recommendation, transcripts, and credentials to Stapleton Toyo brand closed shoul- Believe Kids...... 65.50 Claims were audited Depositories and Resolu- der tires from Neal Oil for and allowed as follows: Public Schools. Macke’s tion #20-21 authorizing Attn: Howard Gaffney under $2600.00 total for COUNTY GENERAL Grocery ...... 1,891.43 County Treasurer and Superintendent of Schools the activity bus. Voting Ameritas County One Acts County Board to invest 702 6th Street aye, Powers, Ascherl, Coff- Gaedke, A...... 233.09 Share ...... 2,640.66 funds of their respective Stapleton Nebraska, 6916 man, Watson, Schultis. Stapleton Blue Cross-Blue Shield County. Yeas: Gaites, You may also send an email and your professional Nay, none. Abstain, Neal. Schools...... 2,001.08 Employer Doyle and Wonch. Nays: credentials to [email protected]. 4. Independent auditors Walmart ...... 29.92 Share ...... 10,153.49 None. report-All corrections TOTAL...... 5,590.01 Bomgaars Rich Cook, Highway Su- have been made, with the BUILDING FUND K9 Cost ...... 37.99 exception of number 11, Culligan...... 22.65 Cook, Richard which is in process of cor- TOTAL ...... 22.65 Mileage, Meals ...... 36.80 rection. QCPUF FUND Country Partners Cooperative Fuel And Repairs ...... 891.90 Creative Printers Printing & Publishing ...... 438.87 Das State Acctg- Central Fin Data Processing .....168.84 Eakes Office Solutions Supplies & Maintenance ...... 77.02 Frey's General Store Utilities & Building Supplies ...... 847.99 VILLAGE OF STAPLETON Gillett, Blaine T Court Appointed BOARD OF TRUSTEES POSITION Attorney ...... 384.50 A vacancy exists on the Village of Stapleton Ideal Linen Board of Trustees. There were three positions Building Supplies....78.50 Justice Data Solutions to be filled at the 2020 General Election and Data only two filings were received and two elected Processing ...... 2,950.00 to the board. This is a paid position, four-year J13 Enterprises LLC term. Audit Costs ...... 2,123.48 Keith County Treasurer 911 Service & Applications are being taken. Please include Tower ...... 333.33 the following information: Mips, Inc. Service ...... 1,073.79 1. Give a brief description of yourself. NACO County Board 2. How long have you lived in the Stapleton Dues...... 988.73 NSA County Sheriff area? Dues...... 130.00 3. What are some inspirations you might bring Petty Cash Fund to the Village of Stapleton board? Tele, Utilities, Dues, 4. Why would you like this opportunity to sit on Subscriptions & the Village of Stapleton board? Postage ...... 1,665.41 Spiffy Cleaners 5. Are you available every third Wednesday Contract ...... 1,200.00 night at 7:30 p.m.? Stapleton Co-Op Market & Dell Building Supplies....27.04 Transunion Risk & ZNEZ

Page B1 Thursday, December 24, 2020 Merry Christmas The Stapleton Enterprise

Rokker Sierks go Christmas caroling. I ily. A dinosaur A dirt bike. go caroling with my Mom Lilly Kleist Jameson Tucker Ashton Harris and Dad. It is what our Dear Santa, CCD program is about. My Christmas wish is to An angel. A sprayer. We sing to Stapleton. decorate the tree. I want Makadyn Knievel Jhett Peterson Leo Walz to hide a pickle in the tree. I think the orna- A sniper pistol. A dinosaur. My Christmas wish is to ments are red and green. All I Want see Grandpa. I will play I like ornaments! We have with him. I’ll open pres- candy canes that we put ents with him. I’ll play in on our tree. For All I want for the snow with him. Josephine Stewart Ray Webster Christmas is...... My Christmas wish is to Christmas Is..... My Christmas wish is to decorate the tree. I will By The go to Grandmas and make put bows on the tree. I cookies. It is fun. I will get will put an angel on the McPherson Co. to help. I will get to eat top. I will put ornaments Kindergarten them. on the tree. Luke Frey Brandon Frey By: Stapleton Preschool All I want for Christmas Grandma and Grandpa. My Christmas wish is to My Christmas Wish is to is to spend time with my Kaycee Connell go down to Wellfleet. In open presents. We rip the Raylen Neal - a choo train, a little car, and Wellfleet I want to go pretty Christmas paper. dumptruck a big truck Christmas caroling. I will Some of the gifts come in spend time with my fam- bags. Rhett Knievel - a blue Nicolas Ochoa-Caro - Liam Barnhill truck trailer, cows, horse, and My barn My Favorite Gregory Walz - Legos Callie Florea - present Christmas Christmas Conner Kinderknecht - pet, star belly dream light, Jet Racer and race track a princess hair salon Wish Tradition By: Brekyn Stumpf - race- Coye Weems - a fence for By: track and headphones my cows McPherson Co. McPherson Co. First Grade Tate Boeser - racetrack, Flint Isom - PJ Mask Second Grade blocks, and fox ears Tower

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some at school. We still I got a Ghost Buster fire- have those ornaments. house. “My Favorite... Decorating our tree was I got a Lego table last “My Favorite fun. Christmas. It was really By: Lucy Joedeman hard trying to guess what Christmas it was. I was so excited Memory” My favorite Christmas when I unwrapped it. I memory is going to got it last year and it's still grandma for Christmas.At not built. McPherson County grandmas I got new boots. And that’s my favorite I also got clothes. Christmas memory. Third Grade I like my boots. They By: Jace A. Williams were cowgirl boots They My favorite Christmas under the tree. are turquoise and brown. My favorite memory is memory was when my Ashlynn Waddell Stapleton Public Schools Third Grade I got clothes from my getting my elves. I’m sister zip tied a box with a grandma. They were going to tell you what shirts. I also got pants. their colors are. And token that was my broth- I decorated the tree and Going to My Grammy my grandparents we first A l t ers. She gave the box to put the presents under By: r yanah S umpf where they hide. and Granddads House open stockings. In the First what their colors him. He took hours just to the tree for Christmas My favorite Christmas stocking there are things get something that was Eve. The tree fell on us. My favorite Christmas are. First one is red and memory is when my fam- like a rubix cube or candy. memory is 2019 Christ- white. The other one is his. It was funny. The presents were not ily went to grammy and Then we eat vegetables Journey Brannan open yet on Christmas mas. When I got my Lego green and white. grandad's house. We did a and meat. Last, we open table. I got so many gifts. Eve. saran wrap ball and pres- presents. In the presents t l t My favorite Christmas Bella McConville Got a lot of gifts for in- See S ap e on ents. It was so much fun. we have things like a stance. I got a Lego table. Third Grade memory was when I went slime kit or a nerf gun. After supper we did a I got a Lego space station. Page B12 Christmas shopping for My favorite Christmas saran wrap ball. My mom Also we put ornaments my little sister Scarlet. I memory was when I went was my partner. But on our Christmas tree. We got her a doll. When it skiing. We played pie face. everyone did not. I did be- get them at Hobby Lobby. was Christmas Eve I Me and my cousins spent cause I was younger. Every year we get new or- wrapped it up and put it time in the hot tub. naments. We have a dog, ll There are so many things Brody Conne in the ball. I got candy, sil- pickle, broccoli and a lot ver, and money. more. After lunch we did pres- We have a lot of memo- ents. My cousins and I ries. We make more every hand them out. But first year. We do the same we do some pictures. I got thing every year. a lot of presents. I got a re- By: Paige Morash mote control car, some ki- netic sand, clothes, a Decorating Luella’s and sequence game, and My Christmas Tree money. We had a fake tree. It is I loved that year. It was in the basement. We had so much fun. I hope we fun decorating it. get to do it again this year. Getting the tree was By: Hayden McClain simple. It was fake, pink and medium sized. My My favorite Christmas mom got it as a gift. and Happy New Year too! memories are going to my We had fun decorating. grandparents house. My We shared a room at that grandparents live in time, so we shared a tree. Village of Stapleton North Platte. Also we put I had my own ornaments, Board of Trustees Gary &STAPLETON Liz Johnsen ornaments on our tree. and Luella had her own When my family goes to too. Some were glass, some had our names on & Employees them, and we also made Warmest Wishes!

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Stapleton Christmas Eve. Next, we grandpa’s house. We play eat turkey and soup for Eve. I get to open one too. family of men. Next, we eat pie made from games and have fun. We supper. We have several What are your favorite sled with my family. We Second Grade Grandma. On Christmas play board games and all (Continued From Page B1) Christmas traditions. Christmas traditions? sled down big hills. Then Eve, my grandma makes the kids play together. By Landon Swim By Baily Weems we have hot chocolate vorite ornament is purple pie. When we come to her Next, we spend time to- and blue and has tons of with strawberries. We house, we eat it. Last, we gether and open presents. My family goes to my What are your favorite sparkles. Another orna- have hot chocolate with dance to Christmas car- All the presents are in a grandpa and grandma’s family Christmas tradi- ment was made out of chocolate too. Last, we ols. On Christmas, my pile and one person at a house on Christmas and tions? First, we see our popsicle sticks and I made open presents on the family and I dance to time picks their presents Christmas Eve. First, my cousins and open pres- it when I was 7. I put blue couch. We sort presents. Christmas carols in the out of the pile. Last, I see cousins usually play ents. Seeing my cousins and purple sparkles on it. What are some of your fa- morning and in the after- the whole family. My “house.” We play while is really fun. Next, when I love decorating the tree. vorite Christmas tradi- noon. What are some of aunts, uncles, and cousins we are waiting for the we eat supper, we usually By Lilly Berg tions? your favorite Christmas are there. My mom, dad, food to be ready. Next, we eat mashed potatoes and By Avery Boeser traditions? and Tucker are there too. eat ham and cheese and gravy. We eat ham and We have many traditions By Gabriella (Eme) What is your favorite tra- crackers. My family will turkey at my grandma’s when we go to my What is in the giant box McEntee dition? eat anything my grand- house. Finally, my broth- grandma’s house at that we get on Christmas By Kolt Myers mas make. They’re not ers and sister and I spy on Christmas. First, my fam- Eve? In the box, we get Many of my favorite picky eaters. Then my Santa. My family opens ily and friend went with our own stuff. We get our Christmas traditions in- I like to go to Grandma’s family sits in the living presents on Christmas me to church. We did do own pajamas. It has pop- volve spending time with and Grandpa’s house for room to open presents. Eve. I have a lot of fun a play about Jesus’ birth- corn. We each get our my uncle. First, we eat Christmas. First, we play My family opens presents when we go to my day. It is on Christmas. own bag of popcorn. We popcorn and ice cream. gymnastics and other from youngest to oldest. I grandma’s house. Then, in the morning, we watch a movie. We watch We eat ice cream and games. We have fun. We really like my Christmas By Sean Weems The Grinch at night. All go to our grandmas and drink hot cocoa. Next, we do a lot too. Then we presents. Last, we deco- we open presents with my my Christmas traditions eat so much elk heart. We open presents and sort rate all kinds of Christ- My family goes to my cousins. We make cookies happen at my house on also eat sandwiches and too. We have fun opening mas cookies. I usually use grandparents’ house. for Santa and leave him Christmas Eve. cheese sticks. Last, after I presents. We love it. red and green. What’s First, we build lots of milk. Finally, we sing By Abel Cassell eat, I work and work and Next, we all decorate the your favorite Christmas snowmen. We build a Christmas carols. We sing work. We work on the tree with family. We put tradition? “Oh Christmas tree...Oh motorcycle. My family lights on the tree. It is fun By Micah Weems Christmas tree...how has a tradition to go to my with family. Last, we play pretty are your branches.” uncle’s house on Christ- in the snow and drink My family has a tradi- I love my family’s tradi- mas Day. apple cider. We do snow tion that my grandpar- tion to go to my grandpar- By Jensen Kulp Naber angels in the snow. Then ents come to my house ent’s house every we go in the house and every year. First, we sit Christmas Eve. I watch a movie with my drink apple cider. What around the tree. We look By KwynLee Kramer mom and dad. First, I eat are some of your favorite for the presents that have candy on Christmas Day. Christmas traditions? our names on it. Next, my Most of my traditions We have a candy machine. By Rikie Schaeffer family watches movies. are at my grandparents’ It has Skittles and Reeses We watch Cars 3 and we house on Christmas Eve. Pieces. Next, I eat pop- We have fun Christmas have popcorn with Thank you for First, my mom makes corn on Christmas Day. traditions. We decorate caramel on it. Last, my your kindness cookies with me. Every We have a popcorn ma- the tree and put up the family has a lot of finger year my mom makes chine too. Last, in the lights on the house. First, foods. We have a roast this past year. cookies with me and we morning, I go coyote we will sing songs on the and finger food and, if we all eat them and drink hunting. I go hunting way to Midnight Mass. have room, we have milk with them. Next, I with my dad and Eric. We’ll stand around the dessert. Many of my fa- Wishing you spend time with my fam- Those are three reasons tree and sing songs too. vorite Christmas tradi- and yours a very ily on Christmas. We all why I love Christmas! Next, we play Grinch tions happen at my house. sit around the tree while By Rafe Clouse Hour of Code. We play By Dalton Tatman Merry we eat treats. 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canes off her Christmas terwards we are going to By Hunter Schaeffer My Christmas Vacation Plans: tree. I will play basketball watch the ball drop. Then At the beginning of my My Christmas with my cousins and talk it is a new year! break I'm going sledding. to my aunts and uncles. On Christmas we open Vacation Plans: By Tucker Myers presents, go to grandmas, By Gracie Johns The first thing I am eat, and go back to my When that bell rings I'm going to do on my vaca- house. I will play a game out of here. When I get tion is stay home, go work I got called Farming Sim- home, I’m going to watch and go trucking. Then ulator 19. (That's the best TV a lot. After that I am after the first week of va- game ever). After that I going to play outside if it cation we will do it again. will watch TV with my is nice out. Soon I am Then on Christmas Eve cousin. Finally I will eat going to go watch TV we will go to the Boeser supper and go to bed. McPherson Co. Stapleton Fourth Grade again. Later I am going to Christmas. Then on The next morning I get sleep in my bed. Christmas we will open up, eat cereal, play with Fourth Grade When it is the beautiful our presents and go to the stuff and we will get Christmas Day we are Myers Christmas. After dressed. We will go to By Brody Goforth kart. I plan on riding my My Christmas vacation going to open presents Christmas we went to grandpa's house and go As soon as school gets skateboard. The only plans are to get a lot of the then play with them.The Valentine for the sledding on the same hill out, we are going to go to place we can ride it in things that I have on my next day we are going to Lehmkuhler Christmas. again. Mississippi. I get to see my Mississippi is on the road. list. I really want toe go to Colorado and see After that we will go We will all go to my whole family. I hope I get I just have to watch out scooter I asked for so I can our uncle and cousins. snowmobiling on the last house and eat red hot- a present from my dad. for cars. play with mine instead of After that we are going to week of my Christmas va- dogs. After that I go drive Hopefully my mom will At my Nana’s house, I my brothers. If I get the go play outside with our cation. We will go to my bike then I go on a get me a hoverboard go plan on eating candy rock crawler RC so I can cousins. South Dakota for our walk with the dog. Finally play in the snow with it. If In the morning we are snowmobiling trip. my cousin and I will go I get the shotgun nerf I going to take Devins little On the last day of Christ- and play (Farming Simu- will have to wait until brother to the airport and mas break we will go back lator 19 and we’re rich on summer. go home and play games. to school. I wish you a the game). My cousins, Alexander Anderson On New Years Eve we Merry Christmas and aunts and uncles leave are going to make sticky have fun. with Grandma and buns and play games. Af- Grandpa in their car. You can watch Santa's Then I go to bed so does progress on his the rest of my uncles, Christmas Eve aunts, Grandma and Deliveries at: Grandpa. www.santaupdate.com By: McPherson Co. Merry Christmas and Fifth Grade Happy New Year!

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McPherson Co. rate the house because holiday because it cele- with family. to me is when I get pres- should think about your Fifth Grade why not? I like to put up brates Jesus’ birthday. Pierce Phelps ents. I want a nintendo family and being thank- (Continued From Page B4) my stockings for some Jesus is important be- switch. I also put decora- ful. When I’m with my like my dad to stay home reason, the best thing cause He died on the What Christmas means tions on the Christmas family, I feel safe and for Christmas to spend about decorating is to put cross for our sins. On to me is about celebrating tree. I put on the star then thankful for them and time with him. My dad al- ornaments on the Christ- Christmas you should Jesus’ birthday and get- we get the ornaments. that they are at home ways has to go to work to mas tree. pray to thank Jesus for all ting together with my Next we all go outside to with me. This is what keep cows and horses fed, When it’s Christmas, I He has done because He family to have a nice put on Christmas lights Christmas means to me. and to keep the little first wait for my mom and has done a lot of things breakfast and opening then I go to my bedroom Luella Joedeman calves warm. dad to wake up, then for us. When you are hav- presents. But my favorite to put on stickers on my I also want to go outside when they do we open ing your Christmas din- thing about Christmas is window. Then we make To me, Christmas means in the snow and build a presents. I play with some ner you should thank going in the living room cookies for Santa. This is celebrating the birth of snow fort. One year I of my presents until it’s Jesus for all He has done to sing Christmas songs. my favorite time of year. Jesus. We usually cele- made a huge snow fort lunch time than I go to for us. After Christmas dinner, Dayten Beckman brate Christmas at my with my Aunt, and I made play outside in the snow. Carsyn Gragg we all get in the car and Grandma’s house to see a cave in the snow to hide Sometimes there is snow drive around the neigh- What Christmas means family and celebrate. We from my brother. When forts ready and we didn’t What Christmas means borhood to look at decor. to me is going to church bring gifts to give to our my brother wasn’t look- even make them. After to me is Jesus was born on Then we go home and and worshiping God. We family. I am glad our fam- ing I would ambush him that I go to jump on the that day. I enjoy spending sing Christmas songs also spend time with fam- ily can celebrate Christ- with dozens of snow balls. trampoline full of snow. If time with my family and again. After a few songs, ily. Every year we get to- mas together. That is what I had a fountain in my I forgot to mention before friends. We eat and open we tell stories or watch gether with my cousins, Christmas means to me. snow fort. It had ice com- my parents wake up, we presents. We also decorate Christmas movies. Then grandparents and aunts Avery Weems ing out of it. It wasn’t like find our elf on the shelf the tree with ornaments. we all go home for a good and uncles. We also have a water fountain, it was named Joy. Our elf hides We drive to my Grandpar- nights rest after a long a humungus feast. That is Christmas means to me, like this little snow com- in the strangest spots ents. The most important Christmas day. my favorite part. when I get to talk to my ing from the walls, than ever, like in the refrigera- thing is spending time Zoey Gardner Cotter K. Johnston grandparents on my dad’s ice coming out of it. tor (weird). side because they are It also means to me is its Gage McNutt What Christmas means Christian so they go to Jesus’ birthday. He is the to me is putting up the church. The meaning be- Son of God. He’s the one What Christmas means tree. I decorate the Christ- hind Christmas to me is who died for us. to me is when Jesus was mas tree with lights, orna- Jesus. Because it is Jesus’s I like to listen to Christ- born. For most people, By: ments. I put up a village birthday, so to my family mas music. It kind of when they think of with lights. We put up a it’s more than just open- soothes me. The thing I Christmas they think of Stapleton truck that says “Ho Ho Ho ing presents, it’s Jesus and don’t like about Christ- presents, but Christmas is Fifth Grade Merry Christmas.” I cele- celebrating his birthday. mas is I’m always so ex- actually celebrated be- brate Christmas with This is probably my fam- cited for Christmas all cause that is when Jesus Jesus at church. This is ily’s most favorite time of night. I think what I’m was born. Christmas is the best holiday with the year because of that. Jesus. Layla Sanchez going to do at Christmas, named Christmas be- To me, Christmas means love and care for. All peo- Carson Hansen I just can’t sleep! I am also cause Jesus is also known honoring our loved ones ple deserve a present for To me Christmas means very thankful for the gifts as Christ. All they did was who have passed and hon- Christmas. From bad to To me Christmas means a couple of things. When I I get because some people add mas to his name and oring God. We honor our good to naughty to nice. celebrating baby Jesus think of Christmas I think don’t get this stuff, such that’s how they came up loved ones by going down Spreading the holiday being born. We celebrate of my Grandma, because as the homeless and the with the name Christmas. to their graves and put- cheer all around the Jesus being born because almost every year we go to poor. I really like to deco- Christmas is my favorite ting wreaths made out of world. The real present is he is our Savior that has visit her. We would deco- artificial flowers. Then we not toys, it’s love. come to save the world. go to church and this is Leo Housman To die on the cross to save the only time we go to our sins. I also think See Stapleton church as a family. This is Christmas means to me Christmas means spend- Fifth Grade my favorite time of the celebrating Christmas ing time with family. You Page B6 year, Christmas. day. On Christmas morn- Abilene Torrez ing we always take a fam- ily picture. Then we open Christmas means to me all of our presents. Then the respect of God and we have to clean up all of praying for him on Christ- the wraping paper and we mas. Putting our tree up eat breakfast afterwards. My family usually goes to Thanks for your on the top of our tree is a beautiful angel shining. A my Grandma’s house and support in 2020 sign of God letting us we spend the rest of the open our presents, but day there, with my Triangle first we pray to God. We cousins. That is the best may open our presents day of the year. Lanes Arnold with God watching over Lillyan Sheets us. This is what Christ- Looking forward to mas means to me. To me, Christmas means seeing you in 2021! Carson Lange I get to see family and Dell, Chyrel, friends. I love seeing my and Barb To me Christmas means grandma. She always giving gifts to people I brings a hot apple pie. I like to catch up with fam- ily and talk. My sisters, Merry Christmas cousin and I play a game. We always make fluff and May the joyous spirit and & Happy New Year! all sorts of pies. Then we blessings of Christmas Thank you for your patronage and open gifts and have a good laugh at the gifts resound in your we look forward to serving you in 2021 and conversations we heart and home at this have and get. We all get full and go home. This is special time of year my favorite part of Christ- National Competitive mas.. Bidding Via Satellite Jaxton McEntee Mary Weems and Family What Christmas means

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brace your Christmas have a big dinner on it, and were born to create Guest Editorial while you can. Embrace Christmas Eve night. it. your people while you Then the next morning Dylan Heinemann By Glenn Mollet can. The people in your we all open presents from life are your Christmas. each other and get stock- Christmas to me is hap- Christmas gifts, trees ings. That is what Christ- piness, because you see Embrace the Christmas Story story? Growing up it was and decorations are all mas means to me. kind smiles and happy Mama Mollette, Mama nice and fun. However, Isabella Waker families together. I also On the first Christmas need his love and peace. Hinkle and Grandpa Hin- give love, and as safely as think Christmas is about Mary and Joseph had trav- We need his joy to the kle, uncles and aunts, first you can because of To me Christmas means the birth of Jesus. My fam- eled to Bethlehem to pay world. Even in the hard- cousins. Parents Walt and COVID-19, celebrate each a lot of things. First of all, ily usually goes to our their taxes. They were est times of life people Eula Mollette, sisters and other this year. It's always it’s about celebrating grandma Rita’s house for among a multitude of have found the joy of brothers and their chil- the people of Christmas Jesus’s birthday. Jesus in the Correll Christmas and other people who were Jesus at Christmas time. dren. Later my church who make up the Christ- my belief, created us. He with my fathers death we making the same trip for Often the simplest things families became very sig- mas story. While our cele- gave us life. Adam and are going to try hard on the same reason. have a way of bringing nificantly involved in my brations this year may be Eve created him, and he Christmas morning to re- The Bible says there was the most joy. A baby in a Christmas story. Today remotely, use your tele- created us. Second, it’s member my father and no room for them in the manger. Peasant shep- there are new faces of ex- phone, computers and about family. Family is that he is way more happy Inn. They found refuge in herds dropping by to say tended family, their whatever means you have why we are here, literally. in heaven. a stable and in the night, hello. Strangers visiting spouses and now grand- to connect with your most We were both created by Hope Correll Mary delivered her baby. later to bring some gifts. children. The landscape precious gifts of Christ- She wrapped him in The people of Christmas has dramatically changed. mas - the people in your swaddling clothes and are those who are the Years ago, I never imag- life. Merry Christmas To All! laid him in a cow's players of Christmas. We ined Christmas would trough. don't pay that much atten- change so much. Most of Soon Shepherds watch- tion to the sheep of the people who I once cel- Stapleton ing their sheep in the Christmas, the donkeys or ebrated Christmas with Fifth Grade fields were alerted by a the camels. The people have passed on or live (Continued From Page B5) heavenly host of angels are what make Christmas somewhere else. The peo- about the special baby special. There would not ple you and I celebrate rate her house inside and who had been born. They be a Christmas story with- Christmas with this year out with decorations. I quickly made haste to cel- out the baby, Mary and will soon pass on or relo- also think about all the ebrate and worship the Joseph. Who are the peo- cate to live somewhere food we eat. On Christ- new baby Jesus. Eventu- ple in your Christmas else. The point is this, em- mas my dad would make ally in the Bible story wise this thing called a dis- men from the East trav- cada. A discada can have eled a long distance to see anything in it. My dad the new child. They makes it with hot dogs, brought with them gifts ground beef and pieces of of Gold, Frankincense jalepeno. That is what and Myrrh and wor- Christmas means to me. shipped him. When you JuanPablo Zuniga read the first couple of chapters of Matthew and To me, Christmas means Luke's gospels you learn setting up our Christmas Christmas is about Jesus. tree. Every year mom You also learn he was puts the tree up. Then loved, held in the arms of gets out the ornaments his mother, adored by the and gives them to me to shepherds and wor- decorate the tree. I love to shipped by wise as- decorate trees. This is my Thanks for warming our favorite part of the year. trologers who went to a the ove an i ht o thi e ia time i o ith eno h hearts with your friendship great effort and time to M y l d l g f s sp c l f ll y u w ug Joseph Lee Fox peace, joy and contentment to last the whole year through. visit him and kind support in 2020. To me Christmas means This Christmas we We look forward to serving should all once again em- Merry Christmas, friends! spending time with fam- brace the baby Jesus and ily. On Christmas we al- you in the new year! celebrate his deity and ways get together with mission to bring love and Ann Wells our family. Everyone peace to our hearts. We comes for Christmas even family from far away. I Boeser’s Construction even get to see my Dad from South Dakota which Vern & Janet Boeser is always very exciting Luke & Tara Boeser since I don’t see him very often. When we get to- STAPLETON gether for Christmas, we

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Page B7 Thursday, December 24, 2020 Merry Christmas The Stapleton Enterprise Christmas Story: For the Man Who Hated Christmas forth. I reached for some- obviously could not af- this was his gift from me. but the small, white enve- three more. Unbeknownst By Nancy W. Gavin thing special just for ford. Mike's smile was the lope never lost its allure. to the others, each of our Mike. The inspiration Well, we ended up wal- brightest thing about The story doesn't end three children had for the Christmas that year. And there. You see, we lost first time placed a white It's just a small, white came in an unusual way. loping them. We took that same bright smile lit Mike last year due to envelope on the tree for envelope stuck among the Our son Kevin, who was every weight class. Mike, up succeeding years. For dreaded cancer. When their dad. The tradition branches of our Christ- 12 that year, was on the seated beside me, shook each Christmas, I fol- Christmas rolled around, has grown and someday mas tree. No name, no wrestling team at the his head sadly, "I wish just lowed the tradition – one I was still so wrapped in will expand even further identification, no inscrip- school he attended. one of them could have year sending a group of grief that I barely got the with our grandchildren tion. It has peeked Shortly before Christmas, won," he said. "They have mentally handicapped tree up. But Christmas standing to take down through the branches of there was a non-league a lot of potential, but los- youngsters to a hockey Eve found me placing an that special envelope. our tree for the past ten match against a team ing like this could take game, another year a envelope on the tree. And Mike's spirit, like the years. sponsored by an inner- the heart right out of check to a pair of elderly the next morning, I found Christmas spirit will al- It all began because my city church. These young- them." Mike loved kids – brothers whose home had it was magically joined by ways be with us. husband Mike hated sters, dressed in sneakers all kids. He so enjoyed burned to the ground the Christmas. Oh, not the so ragged that shoestrings coaching little league foot- week before Christmas, true meaning of Christ- seemed to be the only ball, baseball and and on and on. mas, but the commercial thing holding them to- lacrosse. That's when the The white envelope be- aspects of it – overspend- gether, presented a sharp idea for his present came. came the highlight of our ing and the frantic run- contrast to our boys in That afternoon, I went Christmas. It was always ning around at the last their spiffy blue and gold to a local sporting goods the last thing opened on minute to get a tie for uniforms and sparkling store and bought an as- Christmas morning, and Uncle Harry and the dust- new wrestling shoes. sortment of wrestling our children – ignoring ing powder for Grandma As the match began, I headgear and shoes, and their new toys – would – the gifts given in desper- was alarmed to see that sent them anonymously stand with wide-eyed an- ation because you could- the other team was to the inner-city church. ticipation as their dad n't think of anything else. wrestling without head- On Christmas Eve, I lifted the envelope from Knowing he felt this gear, a kind of light hel- placed a small, white en- the tree to reveal its con- way, I decided one year to met designed to protect a velope on the tree, the tents. As the children bypass the usual shirts, wrestler's ears. It was a note inside telling Mike grew, the toys gave way to sweaters, ties and so luxury the ragtag team what I had done, and that more practical presents,

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T’was The Night Before Christmas THE SOLDIER LAY SLEEPING, I KEPT WATCH FOR HOURS, SILENT, ALONE, SO SILENT AND STILL, CURLED UP ON THE FLOOR, AND WE BOTH SHIVERED, IN THIS ONE BEDROOM HOME. FROM THE COLD NIGHT'S CHILL.

THE FACE WAS SO GENTLE, I DID NOT WANT TO LEAVE, THE ROOM IN DISORDER, ON THAT COLD, DARK, NIGHT, NOT HOW I PICTURED, THIS GUARDIAN OF HONOR, A TRUE MODERN SOLDIER. SO WILLING TO FIGHT.

WAS THIS THE HERO, THEN THE SOLDIER ROLLED OVER, OF WHOM I'D JUST READ? WITH A VOICE SOFT AND PURE, CURLED UP ON A PONCHO, WHISPERED, "CARRY ON SANTA, THE FLOOR FOR A BED? IT'S CHRISTMAS DAY, ALL IS SECURE."

I REALIZED THE FAMILIES, ONE LOOK AT MY WATCH, THAT I SAW THIS NIGHT, AND I KNEW HE WAS RIGHT. OWED THEIR LIVES TO THESE SOLDIERS, "MERRY CHRISTMAS MY FRIEND, WHO WERE WILLING TO FIGHT. AND TO ALL A GOOD NIGHT."

SOON ROUND THE WORLD, This poem was written by a THE CHILDREN WOULD PLAY, peacekeeping soldier AND GROWNUPS WOULD CELEBRATE, stationed overseas. A BRIGHT CHRISTMAS DAY. T'WAS THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS, NO STOCKING BY MANTLE, HE LIVED ALL ALONE, JUST BOOTS FILLED WITH SAND, THEY ALL ENJOYED FREEDOM, IN A ONE BEDROOM HOUSE, ON THE WALL HUNG PICTURES, EACH MONTH OF THE YEAR, MADE OF PLASTER AND STONE. OF FAR DISTANT LANDS. BECAUSE OF THE SOLDIERS, LIKE THE ONE LYING HERE. I HAD COME DOWN THE CHIMNEY, WITH MEDALS AND BADGES, WITH PRESENTS TO GIVE, AWARDS OF ALL KINDS, I COULDN'T HELP WONDER, AND TO SEE JUST WHO, A SOBER THOUGHT, HOW MANY LAY ALONE, IN THIS HOME, DID LIVE. CAME THROUGH MY MIND. ON A COLD CHRISTMAS EVE, IN A LAND FAR FROM HOME. I LOOKED ALL ABOUT, FOR THIS HOUSE WAS DIFFERENT, A STRANGE SIGHT I DID SEE, IT WAS DARK AND DREARY, THE VERY THOUGHT BROUGHT, NO TINSEL, NO PRESENTS, I FOUND THE HOME OF A SOLDIER, A TEAR TO MY EYE, NOT EVEN A TREE. ONCE I COULD SEE CLEARLY. I DROPPED TO MY KNEES, AND STARTED TO CRY. THE SOLDIER AWAKENED, AND I HEARD A ROUGH VOICE, "SANTA DON'T CRY, THIS LIFE IS MY CHOICE;

I FIGHT FOR FREEDOM, I DON'T ASK FOR MORE, MY LIFE IS MY GOD, MY COUNTRY, MY CORPS.." Big Springs

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Page B10 Thursday, December 24, 2020 Merry Christmas The Stapleton Enterprise A Cowboy’s Peace Be With You... Christmas Prayer I ain’t much good at prayin’, and You may not know me Merry Christmas! me, Lord - I ain’t much seen in churches where they preach Thy Holy Word, But You may have observed me out here on the lonely plains, A-lookin’ after cattle, feelin’ thankful when it rains.

Admirin’ Thy great handiwork, the miracle of grass, Aware of Thy kind spirit in the way it comes to pass That hired men on horseback and the livestock that we tend Can look up at the stars at night and know we’ve got a Friend.

So here’s ol’ Christmas comin’ on, remindin’ us again Of Him whose coming brought good will into the hearts of men. A cowboy ain’t no preacher, Lord, but if You’ll hear With sincere wishes for peace and my prayer, goodwill to all in this season of hope and joy. I’ll ask as good as we have got for all men everywhere. We wish you a very successful and productive Don’t let no hearts be bitter, Lord; don’t let no child be cold. new year! Thanks for your patronage. Make easy beds for them that’s sick, and them that’s weak and old. Let kindness bless the trail we ride, no matter what VINTON FEED STORE we’re after, Your Hubbard Feed dealer! And sorter keep us on Your side, in tears as well Govier Brothers Mortuary Phone 308-546-2257 as laughter. “The Cattlemen’s 1-888-546-2257 Arnold & Mullen Feed Store” I’ve seen old cows a-starvin’, and it ain’t no happy sight: Please don’t leave no one hungry, Lord, on Thy Funeral Home good Christmas night -- No man, no child, no woman, and no critter on four feet - Grant Chapin I’ll aim to do my best to help you find ‘em chuck to eat. Doug Gaston

I’m just a sinful cowpoke, Lord - ain’t got no business prayin’ - But still I hope you’ll ketch a word or two of what I’m sayin’: We speak of Merry Christmas, Lord - I reckon You’ll agree There ain’t no Merry Christmas for nobody that ain’t free. So one thing more I’ll ask You, Lord: just help us what You can To save some seeds of freedom for the future sons of man!

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Page B11 Thursday, December 24, 2020 Merry Christmas The Stapleton Enterprise Christmas 2020 T’was a month before Like a wildfire that When summer emerged But how to be merry? Is Christmas and all starts when fueled by gas. - the lockdown was lifted. there even one reason through the town, Airplanes were ground- But away from caution, To decorate the house People wore masks that ed, travel was banned. many folks drifted. and put up the tree, covered their frown. Borders were closed Now it’s November and When no one will see it, The frown had begun across air, sea and land. cases are spiking, no-one but me? way back in the Spring, As the world entered Wave two has arrived, But outside my window When a global pandemic lockdown to flatten the much to our disliking. the snow gently falls, changed everything. curve, Frontline workers - doc- And I think to myself, They called it corona, The economy halted, tors and nurses, 'Let’s deck the halls!' but unlike the beer, and folks lost their nerve. Try to save people from So, I gather the ribbon, It didn’t bring good From March to July we riding in hearses. the garland and bows, times, it didn’t bring rode the first wave, This virus is awful. This As I play those old car- cheer. People stayed home, COVID-19. ols, my happiness grows. Wishing our readers a very Contagious and deadly, they tried to behave. There isn’t a cure; there Christmas isn’t can- Merry Christmas and a new year this virus spread fast, is no vaccine. celled and neither is It’s true that this year hope. filled with peace and good health! What the new year brings to has had sadness a plenty, If we lean on each other, We’ll never forget the I know we can cope. you will depend a great deal year 2020. Author Unknown And just ‘round the cor- But I wish I had written it on what YOU bring ner - the holiday season, to the new year!

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Page B12 Thursday, December 24, 2020 Merry Christmas The Stapleton Enterprise Stapleton Preschool Cookies & Hot Cocoa STAPLETON PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Dan Harwager, Conner Kinderknecht and Gregory Walz, Xavier Bruns and Flint Brekyn Stumpf getting some assistance Isom making cookies. from Ms. Lyndsey.

Conner Kinderknecht cutting out cookies.

Flint Isom making orna- ments at Preschool. Stapleton Tate Boeser, Otis Weekly and Gregory Third Grade Walz making candy canes. Dan Harwager, Callie Florea, Conner (Continued From Page B2) Kinderknecht and Brekyn Stumpf enjoy- I’m going to tell you ing their cookies and cocoa. what they do. They hide on shelves. They are funny. They’re sneaky. Otis Weekly and Flint Isom making cinnamon orna- Hope to see you guys ments. next year. By: Evelyn Sheets

When I got my Christmas tree This is going to be a story about my Christ- mas tree. Actually it’s when I got my tree. I was with my parents and my Tate Boeser making orna- brother. ments It was really big. It was hard to get through the Please join us for a door. Every time I had to “It is go up stairs it was in my Christmas Eve way. When I did get Christmas in through, its pine needles poked me. It was a real Service the heart that tree. Rhett Knievel and Raylen Neal making ornaments at - 6 p.m. When I got down to un- preschool. December 24 puts Christmas plug the Christmas lights Cornerstone in the air.” the sap dropped down on Evangelical the mat and I got sap on me. It’s really sticky. I got Presbyterian Church sap on the clothes that I Stapleton got for Christmas. I didn’t like the sap because it got all over me. “Every good gift and every perfect gift is from I liked the tree.But I did- above, coming down from the Father of lights, n’t like the sap. We had to with whom there is no variation or shadow due to throw it away, because it shed its needles. change.” By: Rate Peterson (James 1:17 [ESV]). We will celebrate the birth of Christ!

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