Courtesy Photo Ashby, Neb. native B.J. Jamison is climbing the ranks in the country music world.

Hyannis grad and Sandhills cowboy B.J. Jamison carving out his role in country music

Scott Bidroski
The dream of a music career has had a place in all of us at some point in time. Whether it be during some time in the shower or maybe down at your favorite watering hole on Karaoke night, we’ve all thought we were only one call away from Nashville.While this may be a dream for a majority of us,…
Photo by Scott Bidroski Freshman Alaina Raymer soars to her mark in the Long Jump. Raymer finished in seventh place in the event at the Chadron Twilight meet on Friday, April 19.

Mintken wins 4 golds, Hawks have solid day at Chadron

Scott Bidroski
The Hay Springs Hawks made the quick 20 mile trip to Chadron High School on Friday, April 19 for the Chadron Twilight Track Meet.Senior Gage Mintken was the main culprit on the day, securing a gold medal in all four events he was entered into.Reminder, you usually can only enter four events and…
Photo by Con Marshall Sophomore Lainey Fillmore pushes through the finish line in the 100 meter dash. Fillmore would set a personal best in the event and finish in first place.

Mustangs put together strong performance at Chadron Twilight

Scott Bidroski
Another track meet is in the books for the Gordon-Rushville Mustang team and even though the temps were a bit chilly, the team saw a plethora of top performances.The team traveled to Chadron High School for the annual Chadron Twilight meet on Friday, April 19.When the dust settled on the chilly day…
WSC Honor Choir, Amara Funk

Amara Funk joins Theatre Honor Choir at Wayne State

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GRHS sophomore Amara Funk recently traveled to Wayne State College, to take part in Musical Theatre Honor Choir. 50 students enjoyed vocal instruction in the Ley Theatre on Wayne State Campus. The day ended with a concert, which featured the Wayne State Chamber Choir, followed by the Music Theatre…
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Mustangs receive excellent marks at District Music

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The Gordon-Rushville Mustangs traveled to Alliance High School on Wednesday, April 17 for the District Music contest. When judging the competition, the competitors receive a number for their performances.That number range is from 1 to 5 with 1 being the best score. According to Gordon-Rushville…
Boys State, Freeseman

Freeseman selected for Cornhusker Boys State

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The American Legion Post 34 is pleased to announce that Bronson Freeseman of Gordon was generously sponsored by Gordon Post 34 and will join nearly 270 other high school juniors from across Nebraska participating in the American Legion Cornhusker Boys’ State Program, June 2 - 8, 2024, at the…
Plains Theatre

G-R Drama to present Spring Play

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The Gordon-Rushville High School Drama Department is proud to present their spring play to the public this upcoming weekend.“A Family Reunion to Die For” is the name of the performance and it was written by Mike and Matt Steele.The joyful family reunion takes a dark turn when members of the…
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Carmen Groce

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Carmen Lynn Groce, 87 of Mitchell, Neb. passed away Saturday, April 13, 2024 at the Mitchell Care Center. Cremation has been chosen and no services are planned at this time. Online condolences may be made by viewing Carmen’s memorial page at www.jonesmortuary. com. Jones Mortuary in Mitchell, Neb…
Diana Neeley

Diana Neeley

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Diana Mae Neeley, 60, of Gordon, Neb. passed away Tuesday, April 16, 2024.Memorial services will be Saturday, April 27, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. at the Wellspring Chapel with Pastor Jason Hurd officiating. Burial of ashes will be at the Gordon Cemetery following the memorial service. Memorials can be…
Ross Rash

Ross D. Rash

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Ross D. Rash, 94, passed away at Cumbernauld Village on April 17, 2024.He was born June 5, 1929, in Gordon, Nebraska, the middle child of Ross Davis and Vera Grace (Cooper) Rash. Upon graduating from the Gordon High School, he attended Chadron State College and graduated from the University of…
Angela Hoagland

Angela Hoagland

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Angela René (Beguin) Hoagland was born six weeks premature to Myrna and Blayne Beguin on September 2, 1960 in Rushville, NE. After one week in an incubator, the doctors decided they better weigh the little fighter because she was obviously stronger than they realized, and this set the theme for her…

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Plains Theatre

G-R Drama to present Spring Play

News Staff
Thursday, April 25, 2024
The Gordon-Rushville High School Drama Department is proud to present their spring play to the public this upcoming weekend. “A Family Reunion to Die For” is the name of the performance and it was written by Mike and Matt Steele.
Boys State, Freeseman

Freeseman selected for Cornhusker Boys State

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Thursday, April 25, 2024
The American Legion Post 34 is pleased to announce that Bronson Freeseman of Gordon was generously sponsored by Gordon Post 34 and will join nearly 270 other high school juniors from across Nebraska participating in the American Legion Cornhusker Boys’ State Program, June 2 - 8, 2024, at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln downtown campus. The annual citizenship program, sponsored by the Nebraska American Legion, is designed to provide youths with a better understanding of how city, county and state governments operate.
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Photo by Scott Bidroski Freshman Alaina Raymer soars to her mark in the Long Jump. Raymer finished in seventh place in the event at the Chadron Twilight meet on Friday, April 19.

Mintken wins 4 golds, Hawks have solid day at Chadron

Scott Bidroski
Thursday, April 25, 2024
The Hay Springs Hawks made the quick 20 mile trip to Chadron High School on Friday, April 19 for the Chadron Twilight Track Meet. Senior Gage Mintken was the main culprit on the day, securing a gold medal in all four events he was entered into.
Photo by Melissa Grover Sophomore Kylie Goings pushes for the finish line during the 100 meter race at the Western Trails Conference Invitational.

Mustangs collect a bevy of All-Conference honors during WTC meet

Scott Bidroski
Wednesday, April 17, 2024
The Gordon-Rushville Mustang Track & Field team made the trip back to Mitchell High School this past Saturday, April 13 to compete in the Western Trails Conference (WTC) Track Meet. When the events were all completed on the day, a multitude of Mustangs were headed home with WTC All-Conference honors.
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