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Wayne America Inc. Executive Director spoke to the board members during Monday's Board of Education meeting.
Presentations, policies on school board agenda
Wayne veteran cop headed to mile high city
Those taking part in this year's Camp Invention at Wayne High School pose for a photo to kick off the week-long camp. Camp attendees include a number of interns who have previously attended the event as participants.
Camp Invention underway in Wayne
Four generations of the Dorcey family, all who have attended St. Mary's Elementary School, gathered for a photo. They include (front) Ryleigh and Harper; (middle) Jerrae and Alina and (back) Jerry and Ben.
Dorcey family has 70 years of history with St. Mary's Elementary School
St. Mary's Elementary School opened in Wayne in the fall of 1954. In the 70 years since that opening, a student with a connection to the Dorcey family has been enrolled at the school nearly every …
Kimberley Endicott to be part of LauraPalooza 2025
Just over 50 years ago, Little House on the Prairie was introduced to TV audiences, and since that first episode, the series has never been off the air. It has generated a fan base that appeals to …
Sandra Hansen (right) presented an update on the status of ARPA funds spent in Wayne County during Tuesday's meeting of the Wayne County Board of Commissioners.
Budget items on commissioners agenda
Several topics on the agenda when the Wayne County Board of Commissioners met on Tuesday involved the coming year's budget. Mike Pommer was present at the meeting to discuss the county's budget …
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LOCAL NEWS

Wayne Ikes to hold annual Youth Fishing Derby

Wayne Ikes to hold annual Youth Fishing Derby The Wayne chapter of the Izaak Walton League recently announced they will be hosting their annual Youth Fishing Derby.     The event …
Water/Wastewater Superintendent Casey Junck spoke to the council on a proposal to add dumping charges for raw sewage to city fees.

Council approves payments, gets updates on projects

Payments for work done on the new City Hall and Parks & Rec Maintenance building were approved and updates on their progress were among the items on the agenda when the Wayne City Council met on …

STEM Imagination guides available

Read, Explore, Create: Nebraska Extension’s 2025 STEAM Imagination Guides are now available Let your child’s imagination grow this summer through books, hands-on fun, and colorful …
Rylin Hall of Wayne poses for a photo with Willy Wildcat during Wayne State College’s New Student Registration (NSR) program.

Wayne State new student registration is underway for fall 2025

Wayne State College has started its annual New Student Registration (NSR) program for new students who are ready to enroll in classes for the Fall 2025 semester. Various dates for the program …
Wayne Junior High students participating in the Math Contest included (left) Penelope Zavada-Cupp, Benjamin Patefield and Daniel Kuchta.

Area students compete in Wayne State College’s Math Contest

Approximately 200 students from 23 area middle and high schools from Nebraska and Iowa participated in Wayne State College’s 49th annual Math Contest held May 9 on campus. The Wayne State …

Group strives to provide comfort, healing through quilts

Quilts of Valor has been in existence since 2003 when Catherine Roberts' son was deployed in Iraq. Catherine had a dream, which according to her, "The dream was as vivid as real life. I saw a …
This 1955 photo of Concordia Lutheran Church was taken when the congregation observed the church's 70th anniversary.

Concordia Lutheran Church celebrating '140 Years of Faith'

This year marks a momentous occasion in the life of Concordia Lutheran Church in Concord as the congregation celebrates 140 years of unwavering faith, devoted service, and deep community roots. …

Wayne County Historical Society works to preserve history

The Wayne County Museum, located at the corner of Seventh and Lincoln Streets in Wayne, provides both the history and heritage of Wayne County. Beginning this weekend and running through Labor …

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SPORTS

Northeast Nebraska Crush youth baseball weekend recap

All three Northeast Nebraska Crush youth baseball teams traveled to weekend tournaments from June 7 - 8. Crush 8u: Four games in two days didn't stand a chance for the Northeast Nebraska …

Wayne youth baseball scores from June 4 - 9

Five Wayne youth baseball teams competed in Tri County League play  in the past week. The Wayne  White Broncos and Didgets visited the West Point Dodgets on June 9; Wayne Blue Broncos …

Dirt Devil softball recap from June 4 - 10

All five Dirt Devil softball teams were in action over the past week.  Dirt Devil 12s visited Pender on June 10;  Dirt Devil 10s Black visted Kelly's - Dohmen 9u on June 10;  Dirt …

June 9th Wayne Legion baseball scores

Volleyball Day in Norfolk set for June 13, on outdoor court

Several northeast Nebraska high school volleyball all-stars will be represented in mid-June during the inaugural Volleyball Day in Norfolk. According to a release from Northeast Community …

Wayne Didget teams compete at separate locations

With Monday night storms causing concern for the Bronco (12u) teams, Wayne Didget (10u) teams were able to beat the heavy downpour on June 2. Wayne White played host to Battle Creek #2 while …

Wayne Dolphins begin June 11

Several swim meets will take over the next two months for the Wayne Dolphins including a home invite later this month. According to the Wayne Swim Team Board, the first of nine scheduled …

June 8th Wayne Legion baseball scores

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AGRICULTURE

It’s National 4-H week y’all!!!

It’s that time of year when we celebrate our accomplishments and look forward to new opportunities.   Let me share a little bit about the 4-H program and I want to invite you to contact …

4-H is available in the classroom

By Julie Schultz, Wayne County and   Tayler Wickham, Washington County     4-H provides youth with the opportunity to learn by doing; but that opportunity is not only …

Haskell Ag Lab Science & Ag Family Field Day coming soon

Area residents are being reminded of the Haskell Ag Lab Science & Ag Family Field Day at the Haskell Agricultural Laboratory to be held on Thursday, Aug. 10. The event will be held at the …

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Obituaries
 David W. Beckman
Private family services will be held at Greenwood Cemetery in Wayne for David W. Beckman, 70, of Wayne There is no visitation.   Arrangements are with Hasemann Funeral Home of Wayne. …
Jacqualyn “Jacque” E. Rahn
Jacqualyn “Jacque” E. Rahn, 87, of Fremont,   formerly of Martinsburg, died Friday, June 6, 2025 at Methodist Hospital in Fremont.   Visitation will be held on Sunday, June …
Deborah Jean Dietrich
Deborah Jean Dietrich, 71, affectionately known as Debbie, died Tuesday, April 15, 2025.   There will be a Celebration of Life at 11 a.m. Saturday June 21 at Faith Community Church in …
Marsha (Von Seggern) Buchanan
Marsha (Von Seggern) Buchanan, 53, of Boise, Idaho, formerly of Wayne, died Friday May 30, 2025. Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, June 9 at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Wayne. Visitation …
Patrick “Pat” J. Craig
Patrick “Pat” J. Craig, 67, of Wayne formerly of Norfolk died   Wednesday April 30, 2025   at Wayne Countryview   Care in Wayhne with his sister, Kathy, by his side.   …

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Lifestyle

Batteries not needed for all learning experiences

As a proponent of outdoor and STEM education, I also advocate for toys that provide appropriate and beneficial learning experiences for children while fostering their developing brains.  …

Love is in the air?

February is finally here, after what seems like a never-ending January.  Many of us are looking forward to Valentine’s Day as we think about people or things we love. Have you ever …

Volunteer opportunities available through 4-H

The American volunteer rates are amongst the highest in the world.   It’s true that fire departments, libraries, museums, schools, and many other organizations could not function without …

New year, new opportunities available through 4-H

​Happy New Year and 2024! I hope your new year is off to a great start, other than the cold temperatures and snow. It is one of our favorite times of year at Nebraska Extension in Wayne …

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Memory Lane
Memory Lane: March 10, 1983
From the March 10, 1983 edition of The Wayne Herald Allen welding team wins competition Several students from the vocational agriculture class at Allen High School took part in the District 3 …
Memory Lane: May 23, 1985
May 23, 1985 — WSC track team on to national meet Five members of the Wayne State women's track team will be competing in six events in the national NAIA Outdoor Track and Field Meet at …
Memory Lane: May 22, 1975
May 22, 1975 — 'Foundation's goal: to enrich WSC' The primary purpose of the Wayne State Foundation is to "enrich the college," and that's why more and more Wayne people should get …
Memory Lane: May 19, 2005
May 19, 2005 — Business programs receive accreditation At the recent annual conference of the International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education in San Antonio, Texas, the Board of …
Memory Lane: May 16, 1985
May 16, 1985 — Mayor proclaims today as Poppy Day in Wayne Mayor Wayne Marsh this week proclaimed today as American Legion Auxiliary Poppy Day in Wayne. Members of the auxiliary will be …
Memory Lane: May 14, 2015
May 14, 2015 — Brothers helping earthquake victims in Nepal from Wayne "Even though we are so far away, we haven't given up and will do everything in our power to build our country back …

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