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Siblings' estate plans include lasting generosity to Wayne County

Siblings Bill and Julie Claybaugh share a family history in Wayne County that goes back to the 1800s, when ancestors on their mother's side began building a life in the area. Sitting around a kitchen … more

10/28/23

Drug Take Back Day in Nebraska: Small acts make big impacts

A small act can make a big difference. Leftover prescription drugs, especially those related to pain management, present risks for overdoses, poisoning or misuse. Take a few minutes and dispose of … more

10/27/23

Meyer assumes airport manager position

October has seen an exciting change at the Wayne Municipal Airport. Travis Meyer has stepped down from the Airport Authority Board to assume the duties of airport manager. Cale Giese, the Mayor … more

10/27/23

Renovation of Providence Medical Center main entrance completed

It’s been a long wait, but the new main entrance of Providence Medical Center (PMC) is complete and ready to be used by patients and visitors on Monday, Oct. 30. “The new main … more

10/26/23

Wakefield receives $1 million in housing funds

New businesses, housing opportunities and everyday people stepping up to help their community have come to Wakefield in full force, explained Megan Weaver, board chair of the Community Redevelopment … more

10/25/23

Groundbreaking participants were (left to right): Steve Hotovy, vice chancellor for facilities of the Nebraska State College System; Heidi Acton, director of residence life at Wayne State; Dr. Marysz Rames, president of Wayne State; C.D. Douglas, vice president for student affairs at Wayne State; Dr. Paul Turman, chancellor of the Nebraska State College System; Carter “Cap” Peterson, Nebraska State College System trustee and Wayne State Foundation trustee; Stacey Frisch, Wayne State senior and community coordinator of Pile and Terrace Halls; Angie Fredrickson, vice president of administration and finance at Wayne State; Kyle Nelsen, director of facility services at Wayne State; Dan Dolezal, project manager at Alley Poyner Macchietto Architecture in Omaha and Klay Kasik, project manager at Hausmann Construction in Norfolk.

Ground broken for new residence hall at Wayne State College

Wayne State College, in conjunction with Alley Poyner Macchietto Architecture in Omaha and Hausmann Construction in Norfolk, is proud to announce ground was broken Oct. 11 for the college’s new … more

10/22/23

Pender Community Hospital adds outpatient rheumatology service

Pender Community Hospital is expanding services, providing outpatient rheumatology care for patients through telemedicine. Rheumatology services will be available for patients starting Oct. 23 and … more

10/21/23

Kyle Huff and Mark Casey updated the Wayne County Commissioners on various bridge and road projects in the county during Tuesday's Commissioner meeting.

Commissioners continue to update personnel policies

By Clara Osten, clara@wayneherald.com How to compensate employees, when they get time off and how that time off is handled were among the topics debated by the Wayne County … more

10/20/23

Dalton Hansen (left) was one of two people approved for membership to the Wayne Volunteer Fire Department during Tuesday's City Council meeting. Making the recommendation was Austin Frideres, a member of the department board.

City approves purchase of FNBO building

By Clara Osten, clara@wayneherald.com Considerable time was spent on why the city should or should not purchase the property known as the First National Bank Building was held … more

10/19/23

Career Clothing Drive being held for Wayne State students

Wayne State College business communication students and the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA)-Collegiate chapter are holding a Wildcat Career Clothing Drive now through Thursday, Oct. 26. … more

10/18/23

Dueling Pianos will rock the Wakefield Civic Center

Gather your friends and family as The Wakefield Civic Center is being turned into a rollicking piano bar for one night only, on Thursday, Oct. 26. The event promises to be a high-energy, all … more

10/18/23

Thick clouds of smoke could be seen from miles away as area firefighters worked to contain at fire at Gardner Growers 2, located northwest of Wakefield. Firefighters remained on the scene until early hours of the evening on Tuesday.

Area firefighters battle blaze at Wakefield chicken facility

Volunteer firefighters from Wakefield and the surrounding area responded to a fire at one of the chicken barns owned by Michael Foods. The fire broke out just before noon and mutual aid was … more

10/17/23

Gene Claussen (left), his daughter, Julie Thomsen, and son-in-law, Alan Thomsen have years of restaurant experience.

Restaurant business in Claussen family's blood

For more than 50 years, the Claussens have been in the restaurant business. That chapter of the family history will come to an end on Oct. 14 when Julie Thompson officially sells Geno's Steakhouse in … more

10/16/23

Sorority sisters visit Wayne, share stories

Although it has been more than 40 years since they were Wayne State College students, four members of the Kappa Delta Gamma sorority were back in Wayne to visit the campus and stay in what was once a … more

10/15/23

Involved in the groundbreaking were (left) Nick Muir, Jill Brodersen, Brian Hanson (Parks Supervisor), Lowell Heggemeyer (Parks and Recreation Director), Cale Giese, Terri Buck, Jason Karsky, Wes Blecke and Matthew Smith (Olsson-Project Engineer).

Ground broken, Complex to be closed

Several members of the Stool to Cool Task Force, city officials, city staff and the engineer for the project were on hand last Friday afternoon for the Prairie Park Project. Work has already … more

10/15/23

Pender Community Hospital to host Women’s Health and Wellness event

Pender Community Hospital (PCH) will host All About HER: Thriving through Women’s Health and Wellness, on Thursday, Oct. 19. This open-house event will take place in PCH’s main lobby … more

10/14/23

Lots of ground breaking

Several ground breaking events have been held on the site of the new Wayne Pre-K through second grade building in recent days. The three-year old students from the Early Learning Center had the … more

10/13/23

Steve Thiele with Hausmann Construction (left) explained the costs that are part of the Guaranteed Maximum Pricing (CMP) involved with the construction/renovation project currently being undertaken by the district.

Board approves costs for building, renovation project

By Clara Osten, clara@wayneherald.com Information provided at Monday's meeting of the Wayne Community School Board will mean the district can move forward with the … more

10/12/23

Ground broken for Early Learning Center

Several groups have been involved in ground breaking for the Wayne Community Schools' Early Learning Center. On Monday (Oct. 9) school administrators, board members, several members of the … more

10/10/23

WSC administrator features art in Wayne Sculpture Walk

At Wayne State College, Steve Elliott serves as the Vice President for Academic Affairs. His administrative role requires frequent meetings, countless hours of planning and a dedication to the … more

10/10/23

Public invited to groundbreaking for new WSC residence hall

Following several years of planning, Wayne State College is excited to announce that a groundbreaking ceremony for its new residence hall will be held at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 11, east of the … more

10/9/23

Ruskamp facing murder charges following death of father

Carl Ruskamp, 31, of Wisner is currently facing charges in both Wayne County Court and District Court. On Oct. 5 Wayne County Attorney Amy Miller filed charges of first degree murder, use of a … more

10/9/23

The Little Red Hen Theatre announces auditions for A Christmas Carol

The Little Red Hen Theatre is calling for local actors of all ages and types to bring their best “Bah-Humbug” to audition for the holiday classic “A Christmas Carol” on Oct. … more

10/8/23

Commissioners reviewed County Personnel Policy Chapters 4 and 5 with Tarrin Quinn and Cally Blake, both from the clerk’s office, and County Attorney Amy Miller.

Decision on ARPA funds tabled, Fastwyre proposal updates

The Wayne County Commissioners voted to appoint Commissioner Dean Burbach to serve as a representative to the Wayne Community Development Housing Board of Directors. Among other items, the board … more

10/7/23

Ground broken, Complex to be closed

Several members of the Stool to Cool Task Force, city officials, city staff and the engineer for the project were on hand Friday afternoon for the Prairie Park Project. Work has already taken … more

10/6/23