Plainview High School's Educators
Rising members made
February memorable by organizing
a full week of activities to
celebrate Career and Technical
Education Month.
Led by members Ashlyn
Forbes and Landon Hergert,
with support from teacher
leader Ronita Jacobsen, the
group created events that
brought the school community
together from February 2-5.
Rising members made
February memorable by organizing
a full week of activities to
celebrate Career and Technical
Education Month.
Led by members Ashlyn
Forbes and Landon Hergert,
with support from teacher
leader Ronita Jacobsen, the
group created events that
brought the school community
together from February 2-5.
Landon Hergert was chosen to participate in the High School Honor Band at the Winter Festival for Winds and Percussion January 30-February 1 at the Glenn Korff School of Music at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
Hergert was one of 56 students from four states to
audition and be chosen to perform with the UNL Wind and Percussion Ensemble at the finale concert. The students also participated in a master class with a Glenn Korff School of Music faculty member.
Hergert was one of 56 students from four states to
audition and be chosen to perform with the UNL Wind and Percussion Ensemble at the finale concert. The students also participated in a master class with a Glenn Korff School of Music faculty member.
The Plainview junior varsity boys' basketball team stayed hot this past week as they went 3-0 and captured the Plainview Junior Varsity Boys Basketball Tournament crown in the process.
Most recently, the Pirates stayed home to host three other junior varsity squads in the Plainview Junior Varsity Boys Basketball Tournament on Saturday, Jan. 24.
In a highly-competitive tournament, the Pirates went 2-0 to earn the title of tournament champions.
To read about how the Pirates did, check out this week's edition of The Plainview News! https://www.theplainviewnews.com/o/the-plainview-news/page/subscriptions
Most recently, the Pirates stayed home to host three other junior varsity squads in the Plainview Junior Varsity Boys Basketball Tournament on Saturday, Jan. 24.
In a highly-competitive tournament, the Pirates went 2-0 to earn the title of tournament champions.
To read about how the Pirates did, check out this week's edition of The Plainview News! https://www.theplainviewnews.com/o/the-plainview-news/page/subscriptions
The Plainview/Osmond Lady Pirates wrestling squad concluded their 2025-26 regular season with the Dale Bonge Invitational at Boone Central High School in Albion on Saturday, Jan. 31.
In a very competitive 18-team tournament, the Lady Pirates fought hard and earned fifth as a team with 111.0 team points scored.
Leading the way for the Lady Pirates was Makenzie Mosel, who placed third in the 130-pound bracket, as well as Morgan Nincehelser, who snagged the third-place medal in the 110-pound bracket.
Also medaling for the Lady Pirates in their respective weight brackets were Katelynn Mosel, Sophia Wortman, Charley Pittet, Ashlyn Forbes, and Chloe Mullins.
In a very competitive 18-team tournament, the Lady Pirates fought hard and earned fifth as a team with 111.0 team points scored.
Leading the way for the Lady Pirates was Makenzie Mosel, who placed third in the 130-pound bracket, as well as Morgan Nincehelser, who snagged the third-place medal in the 110-pound bracket.
Also medaling for the Lady Pirates in their respective weight brackets were Katelynn Mosel, Sophia Wortman, Charley Pittet, Ashlyn Forbes, and Chloe Mullins.
The Plainview boys’ basketball team went 2-0 this past week to improve their regular-season record to 12-5 and advance to the 2026 Greater Northeast Activities Conference (GNAC) Tournament semifinals.
Most recently, the Pirates stayed home to take on the Neligh-Oakdale Warriors in the first round of the 2026 GNAC Boys Basketball Tournament on Monday, Feb. 2.
To read about how the Pirates did, check out this week's edition of The Plainview News! https://www.theplainviewnews.com/o/the-plainview-news/page/subscriptions
Most recently, the Pirates stayed home to take on the Neligh-Oakdale Warriors in the first round of the 2026 GNAC Boys Basketball Tournament on Monday, Feb. 2.
To read about how the Pirates did, check out this week's edition of The Plainview News! https://www.theplainviewnews.com/o/the-plainview-news/page/subscriptions
Plainview Public Schools Junior, Colt Kromarek, celebrated his 100th wrestling win at the Elkhorn Valley Dual in Plainview on January 15.
Kromarek, with a Track-Wrestling record of 41-8, is a two-time state qualifier and medalist (2025, 3rd; 2024, 2nd), with his eyes on this 2026 season and Districts in a few weeks and another run at the State Tournament.
He is the son of Cody and Liz Kromarek of Plainview.
Kromarek, with a Track-Wrestling record of 41-8, is a two-time state qualifier and medalist (2025, 3rd; 2024, 2nd), with his eyes on this 2026 season and Districts in a few weeks and another run at the State Tournament.
He is the son of Cody and Liz Kromarek of Plainview.
The last date for Pierce County residents to renew driver licenses at the Pierce County Courthouse will be Tuesday, February 10.
A new Nebraska Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) driver’s license service center, located at 2209 N. 13th Street in Norfolk, is scheduled to open on Thursday, February 19.
After February 10, driver licensing services will no longer be provided at the Pierce County Courthouse. Madison County, Stanton County, and Colfax County residents are also affected by the move to the new DMV facility.
The suspension of DMV services until Thursday, February 19, is to allow time for the move to the new facility.
A new Nebraska Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) driver’s license service center, located at 2209 N. 13th Street in Norfolk, is scheduled to open on Thursday, February 19.
After February 10, driver licensing services will no longer be provided at the Pierce County Courthouse. Madison County, Stanton County, and Colfax County residents are also affected by the move to the new DMV facility.
The suspension of DMV services until Thursday, February 19, is to allow time for the move to the new facility.
The Plainview girls’ basketball team improved its regular-season record to 5-11 with a dominant win over the Hartington-Newcastle Lady Wildcats in Hartington on Tuesday, Jan. 27.
To read how the Lady Pirates did, check out this week's edition of The Plainview News! https://www.theplainviewnews.com/o/the-plainview-news/page/subscriptions
To read how the Lady Pirates did, check out this week's edition of The Plainview News! https://www.theplainviewnews.com/o/the-plainview-news/page/subscriptions
The Plainview Pirates boys’ basketball team saw its winning streak improve to six games and its regular-season record improve to 10-5 after a win on the road over Hartington-Newcastle on Tuesday, Jan. 27.
To read how the Pirates did, check out this week's edition of The Plainview News! https://www.theplainviewnews.com/o/the-plainview-news/page/subscriptions
To read how the Pirates did, check out this week's edition of The Plainview News! https://www.theplainviewnews.com/o/the-plainview-news/page/subscriptions
The Plainview junior varsity boys’ basketball team stayed hot this past week as they went 3-0 and captured the Plainview Junior Varsity Boys Basketball Tournament crown in the process.
Most recently, the Pirates stayed home to host three other junior varsity squads in the Plainview Junior Varsity Boys Basketball Tournament on Saturday, Jan. 24.
In a highly-competitive tournament, the Pirates went 2-0 to earn the title of tournament champions.
Most recently, the Pirates stayed home to host three other junior varsity squads in the Plainview Junior Varsity Boys Basketball Tournament on Saturday, Jan. 24.
In a highly-competitive tournament, the Pirates went 2-0 to earn the title of tournament champions.
In last week’s review of the proposed Plainview Public Schools expansion and bond project, it was mentioned that it was not clear if certain costs were included, and it turns out, they were part of the quote.
It was reported: “The documentation did not indicate if concrete outside for parking or any interior furnishings (desks/tables/etc) were included in the estimate.”
Superintendent Dr. Darron Arlt said that the interior furnishings are included in the estimate, under FF&E or “Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment” toward the bottom of the quote. Estimated amounts for that part were set around $325,000 included at 1% of the total cost of the project.
It was also indicated that paving and gravel are likely included in the “site work” part of the estimate. Half of the parking area will be paved, and half will be gravel, according to Arlt.
It was reported: “The documentation did not indicate if concrete outside for parking or any interior furnishings (desks/tables/etc) were included in the estimate.”
Superintendent Dr. Darron Arlt said that the interior furnishings are included in the estimate, under FF&E or “Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment” toward the bottom of the quote. Estimated amounts for that part were set around $325,000 included at 1% of the total cost of the project.
It was also indicated that paving and gravel are likely included in the “site work” part of the estimate. Half of the parking area will be paved, and half will be gravel, according to Arlt.
Plainview High School's Education and Training Pathway program is off to an impressive start this year, with students gaining valuable insights into the teaching profession through a specialized professional development event.
On January 16, Educators Rising member Landon Hergert and Teacher Leader Ronita Jacobsen traveled to ESU 6 in Milford to attend the Course 2 Kickoff event. The conference marked the beginning of "Human Development and Cognition," the second course in the pathway, which is offered as dual credit through Wayne State College.
On January 16, Educators Rising member Landon Hergert and Teacher Leader Ronita Jacobsen traveled to ESU 6 in Milford to attend the Course 2 Kickoff event. The conference marked the beginning of "Human Development and Cognition," the second course in the pathway, which is offered as dual credit through Wayne State College.
The Plainview Junior Pirates wrestling team travelled to Atkinson on Sunday, Jan. 18 to compete in the annual Husky Wrestling Club Big Dog Tournament.
The tournament, which featured five different age divisions for both boys and girls, saw wrestlers from over 30 schools in both Nebraska and South Dakota.
As a team, the Junior Pirates managed some success as they placed 13th overall and saw six individual medalists.
The tournament, which featured five different age divisions for both boys and girls, saw wrestlers from over 30 schools in both Nebraska and South Dakota.
As a team, the Junior Pirates managed some success as they placed 13th overall and saw six individual medalists.
The Plainview boys’ basketball team improved their regular-season record to 9-5 and saw their winning streak grow to five games with three dominant victories this past week.
Most recently, the Pirates stayed home and earned a win over the West Holt Huskies on Tuesday, Jan. 20.
To read about how the Pirates did, check out this week's edition of the Plainview News! https://www.theplainviewnews.com/o/the-plainview-news/page/subscriptions
Most recently, the Pirates stayed home and earned a win over the West Holt Huskies on Tuesday, Jan. 20.
To read about how the Pirates did, check out this week's edition of the Plainview News! https://www.theplainviewnews.com/o/the-plainview-news/page/subscriptions
Chad Boggs was promoted to Lieutenant Colonel in a ceremony attended by his family, colleagues and friends on January 11, 2026 at the Air National Guard Base in Lincoln Nebraska.
Boggs was born and raised in Neligh Nebraska.
He joined the Air Force after graduation from High School in 1991 and served in the enlisted ranks for 15 years on active duty. In 2006 he entered the Air Force Reserves as a full time student at Concordia Seminary in Saint Louis Missouri to become a Pastor and an Air Force Chaplain.
Boggs and his wife, Becky, have been married 31 years and have ten children. They live in Tilden where he serves as Pastor at Immanuel and Saint Matthew Lutheran Churches and as a Chaplain with the Nebraska Air National Guard in Lincoln.
Boggs was born and raised in Neligh Nebraska.
He joined the Air Force after graduation from High School in 1991 and served in the enlisted ranks for 15 years on active duty. In 2006 he entered the Air Force Reserves as a full time student at Concordia Seminary in Saint Louis Missouri to become a Pastor and an Air Force Chaplain.
Boggs and his wife, Becky, have been married 31 years and have ten children. They live in Tilden where he serves as Pastor at Immanuel and Saint Matthew Lutheran Churches and as a Chaplain with the Nebraska Air National Guard in Lincoln.
The Plainview/Osmond Lady Pirate wrestlers continued their regular season with the Winside Lady Wildcat Girls Wrestling Invite on Saturday, Jan. 10.
At a large, 20-team invite, the Lady Pirates found loads of success as they finished with eight individual medalists and earned third in team standings with 123.5 points scored.
Leading the way for the Lady Pirates were numerous wrestlers, including Morgan Nincehelser, Sophia Wortman, Makenzie Mosel, and Ashlyn Forbes, who each placed second in their respective weight brackets to combine for 84.0 team points.
Also earning medals and team points for the Lady Pirates in their respective brackets were Chloe Mullins, Jaden May, Charley Pittet, and Katelynn Mosel.
At a large, 20-team invite, the Lady Pirates found loads of success as they finished with eight individual medalists and earned third in team standings with 123.5 points scored.
Leading the way for the Lady Pirates were numerous wrestlers, including Morgan Nincehelser, Sophia Wortman, Makenzie Mosel, and Ashlyn Forbes, who each placed second in their respective weight brackets to combine for 84.0 team points.
Also earning medals and team points for the Lady Pirates in their respective brackets were Chloe Mullins, Jaden May, Charley Pittet, and Katelynn Mosel.
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The annual Plainview Brunswick Community Fund thank you dinner was held at Mary’s Café last Saturday evening.
Guest speakers were Maggie Smith, Nebraska Community Fund representative, who explained the use of the new “QR” Code for donations to the PBCF.
Giving words of encouragement for a great future in rural communities was Amy Saunders, NCF Representative.
While welcoming guests to the event, Saunders said she was surprised to know a “connection” to almost every guest, “the world is not so big when communication exists!”
Guests were invited to view the plans for the Community Building and give suggestions of places and events for the PBCF to “give back.”
Application for monetary gifts to the communities are available online or at the News Office.
The next meeting of the PBCF will be held on March 26 at 4 p.m.
The annual Plainview Brunswick Community Fund thank you dinner was held at Mary’s Café last Saturday evening.
Guest speakers were Maggie Smith, Nebraska Community Fund representative, who explained the use of the new “QR” Code for donations to the PBCF.
Giving words of encouragement for a great future in rural communities was Amy Saunders, NCF Representative.
While welcoming guests to the event, Saunders said she was surprised to know a “connection” to almost every guest, “the world is not so big when communication exists!”
Guests were invited to view the plans for the Community Building and give suggestions of places and events for the PBCF to “give back.”
Application for monetary gifts to the communities are available online or at the News Office.
The next meeting of the PBCF will be held on March 26 at 4 p.m.
From NPPD:
Work to decommission the Spencer Hydroelectric Facility and Dam will begin in January 2026.
The decommissioning will involve removing the remaining structure and material from the site and restoring the property to its natural state, including grading the land and seeding the site. Drivers should be aware of increased heavy vehicle traffic in the area, while the decommissioning work is being completed.
Nebraska Public Power District has contracted with Brandenburg Industrial Services Company to complete the decommissioning work, which is anticipated to be finished by year-end 2026.
Work to decommission the Spencer Hydroelectric Facility and Dam will begin in January 2026.
The decommissioning will involve removing the remaining structure and material from the site and restoring the property to its natural state, including grading the land and seeding the site. Drivers should be aware of increased heavy vehicle traffic in the area, while the decommissioning work is being completed.
Nebraska Public Power District has contracted with Brandenburg Industrial Services Company to complete the decommissioning work, which is anticipated to be finished by year-end 2026.
Hunters may begin purchasing 2026 spring turkey season permits from the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission beginning at 1 p.m. Central time Jan. 12.
Hunters are reminded they may harvest no more than one turkey per calendar day during the spring season. All harvests also must be reported via Telecheck at OutdoorNebraska.gov/Hunt/Telecheck or by phone at 844-279-4564.
Hunters are reminded only 10,000 permits are available for nonresidents; these permits have sold out quickly in recent years. Resident permits are unlimited and available for purchase through the end of season. Both residents and nonresidents are allowed up to two permits in total.
The spring archery season opens March 25, youth shotgun April 11, and the regular shotgun April 18. All spring turkey seasons close May 31.
Visit OutdoorNebraska.gov or a permitting office to purchase permits starting Jan. 12.
For more information on turkey hunting in Nebraska, visit OutdoorNebraska.gov.
Hunters are reminded they may harvest no more than one turkey per calendar day during the spring season. All harvests also must be reported via Telecheck at OutdoorNebraska.gov/Hunt/Telecheck or by phone at 844-279-4564.
Hunters are reminded only 10,000 permits are available for nonresidents; these permits have sold out quickly in recent years. Resident permits are unlimited and available for purchase through the end of season. Both residents and nonresidents are allowed up to two permits in total.
The spring archery season opens March 25, youth shotgun April 11, and the regular shotgun April 18. All spring turkey seasons close May 31.
Visit OutdoorNebraska.gov or a permitting office to purchase permits starting Jan. 12.
For more information on turkey hunting in Nebraska, visit OutdoorNebraska.gov.
The City of Plainview is seeking citizens to serve on two boards with appointment to be made at the January council meeting.
Advisory Board for Pool and Parks: 1 position to serve through December 2026.
Housing Board: 1 position to serve through December 2029
Interested individuals must live within the City limits of Plainview.
Please contact Mayor Bob Smith via email at rsmith@cityofplainviewne.com or call the City Office at 582-4928.
Advisory Board for Pool and Parks: 1 position to serve through December 2026.
Housing Board: 1 position to serve through December 2029
Interested individuals must live within the City limits of Plainview.
Please contact Mayor Bob Smith via email at rsmith@cityofplainviewne.com or call the City Office at 582-4928.