From the IANR A Nebraska staff member was part of a dramatic rescue at Plainview Country Club in Plainview, Nebraska on June 27. Scott Holly, professional golf management internship coordinator at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, and Andrew Robertson, a PGM program alumnus and friend of Holly, were at the country club last month for the annual Plainview... READ MORE >
By: The PHS Administration team We are within a month of the day most everyone has been anticipating for months...a resumption of school and the “normalcy” of a routine for school-age children and school leaders. Your administrative team has been meeting at least weekly since mid-March trying to digest the incessant flow of information on best/safest... READ MORE >
An updated look for the Plainview News website, www.theplainviewnews.com, was launched last week, bringing a new style and increased functionality to the paper’s online presence and adding a new feature, a distinct mobile app for use on all mobile devices. “It was past-due time for an upgrade,” said Publisher Brook D. Curtiss, “The News website had... READ MORE >
By: Sandy Schroth Special to the News Brunswick residents will see an increase in the cost of water on their next village bill. The village board of trustees approved raising rates, when the board met last Wednesday in the fire hall community room. The change is effective immediately, with water used since July 1 to be billed at the new rates. A... READ MORE >
The Ashfall Fossil Beds State Historical Park near Royal will reopen to the public with limited hours and timed tickets beginning July 1. Additional restrictions will apply for the safety of visitors, staff and researchers. Ashfall Fossil Beds will be open from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Wednesdays through Sundays. A limited number of tickets will be available... READ MORE >
Submitted Article Tucker Knaak won the Plainview Open Golf Tournament over the weekend by shooting 137, (seven under par for 36 holes) with previous two time winner, Sam Meuret, close behind, finishing at 139. The Players enjoyed good weather over the weekend even though Sunday was a bit breezy at times. This all started on April 15th when about a... READ MORE >
Last Wednesday, the U.S. Small Business Administration, in consultation with the Department of the Treasury, posted a revised, borrower-friendly Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan forgiveness application implementing the PPP Flexibility Act of 2020, signed into law by President Trump on June 5, 2020. In addition to revising the full forgiveness application,... READ MORE >
By: Sandy Schroth Special to the News Brunswick residents will likely see an increase in their monthly water bills. Richard Burch with Midwest Assistance Program was scheduled to address the village board of trustees when they met June 10 at the fire hall community room, regarding the village water system’s compliance with United States Department of... READ MORE >
List opens Highway 20 Studio in old Colette's Shortly after Colette Halsey put her business, Colette’s Beauty, on the market back in December, Jesslyn Aschoff-List saw it as an opportunity to own her own salon, Hwy 20 Studio. “The name for the salon is pretty self-explanatory,” said List. “It sits right on Highway 20 where a lot of traffic goes through, so I... READ MORE >
Arlt plans retirement from State Farm office Long-time Plainview State Farm Agent Bob Arlt, and his assistant Patsy Alexander, have announced their retirement from the office as of the end of June. A new agent, Annette Alt, has already been assigned to this area with offices in Columbus and Pierce as well. An open house for Alt and a retirement party for Arlt and... READ MORE >
A fire was called in to the Plainview Fire Department last week that had started at the Plainview Tree Dump. Firefighters responded in minutes, and had the fire out within literal seconds by dumping tons of water and foam on the fire - I made that up. READ MORE >
From the NSAA All remaining NSAA activity practices and competitions, including district and state competitions, have been cancelled for this school year. These cancellations are part of a new Directed Health Measure issued by Governor Ricketts. Bylaw 3.2.7 (Summer activities) will go into effect on May 26th. In the interim, Bylaw 3.2.6.1 (School-Year,... READ MORE >
The Public Library is setting up a “Book Race” during these locked in the house days for the children out there who are book readers. This race is for all students sixth-grade and younger, and will run April 6 through May 6. Each reader will read or have read to them an age appropriate number of books. The students can only count the books... READ MORE >
Among the businesses, schools and government agencies that are closing, postponing and cancelling events - the Plainview News wants to be conscientious of any efforts to self-quarantine or stay separated. To that end - the News will be provided on our website - for free - until the "quarantines" have ended and things return to normal life. We feel the need to... READ MORE >
When the high school basketball teams from two of your communities take the court against each other, it's the perfect time to have a little fun as well! Kevin from our Plainview location and Tyler from our Creighton location squared off at halftime of the Creighton vs. Plainview basketball game for a free throw shooting contest! Each of them shot free throws for... READ MORE >