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 …

The recently completed mural in front of the drive-thru lanes at State Nebraska's downtown location is a tribute to the community and the bank's history.

New outdoor mural at State Nebraska Bank & Trust

State Nebraska Bank & Trust has announced the installation of an outdoor mural at its downtown location at 122 Main Street in Wayne. The mural, painted by artist Adam Boggs, was completed …

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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Wayne Post 43, Wakefield Post 81 American Legion baseball scores from June 4 - 9

It was a busy day for the two-way player, Jaxson Kneifl as he catches his breath on third base during the first of two games on June 9 for Wayne Post 43. Kneifl totaled five hits (two doubles, one triple), four RBI and five runs scored for both teams.

Both Wayne and Wakefield American Legion baseball was busy at work with regular season Ralph Bishop Leauge games along with the 2025 Max Greve Wakefield/Wayne Wood Bat Tourney. Rolling Hills …

Northeast Nebraska Crush youth baseball weekend recap

Members of the Crush 8u team are front: Tanner Heithold, Kannon Kalin, Knox Koch, Titus Hansen, Jaxon Herbert, Kaiser Woehler, middle: Luke Williamson, Bentlee Nelson, Nolan Plager, Trexton OCampo, Ethan Valenzuela and back: Aaron Williamson, Tyler Hansen, Aaron OCampo, Kiley Koch, Jason Herbert.

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

Post 81 Legion teams drops midweek road games

Post 81 Senior and Junior American Legion baseball returned to the ball park following a week off from their season-opener. From Hartington, Wakefield visited the Hartington Seniors and Juniors …

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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: 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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