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Stories that don't seem to fit into the other categories.


Reclaiming Your Digital Privacy
McCOOK Neb. - In our hyper-connected world, a sense of digital privacy can feel like a rapidly fading luxury. Between relentless data...

Anna LaBay
May 274 min read
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McCook High's Inaugural JAG Program a Resounding Success
McCook, NE – The first year of the Jobs for America’s Graduates (JAG) program at McCook High School is concluding, marking a year of...

Anna LaBay
Apr 302 min read
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The Journey Through Stage 1 Triple Negative Breast Cancer: A Personal Perspective
McCook Neb. - Today marks an important milestone in my journey with stage 1 triple negative breast cancer. I am starting round 4 of...

Anna LaBay
Apr 302 min read
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McCook Mom Starts New Chapter
McCOOK Neb. - Â At the beginning of January, Natalie Gilbert Marks launched her new venture, "Bookmarks Boutique," now located within the...

Anna LaBay
Apr 102 min read
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Carrie Clay: A Testament to Unbreakable Spirit
McCOOK Neb.: Â Carrie Clay's life is a powerful transformation narrative, a journey of extraordinary resilience. From a dedicated...

Anna LaBay
Apr 103 min read
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Family Resource Center under new leadership
Photo credit: Alexis Popp

Anna LaBay
Mar 183 min read
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Planning For Growth
McCOOK Neb. - The city of McCook is finalizing a 10-year growth plan and a final meeting held last week, it's nearing approval. City...

Anna LaBay
Mar 121 min read
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Sex Trafficking, a 150 Billion Dollar Business
McCOOK Neb. - In a powerful presentation at the McCook Rotary Club, District Governor Amelia Stansell of Warrenton, Virginia, shed...

Anna LaBay
Mar 123 min read
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Revitalizing the Legacy of George Norris: A New Vision for the George Norris Home
McCOOK Neb. - Harold Callahan, the newly appointed curator of the George Norris Home, recently shared his vision for revitalizing the...

Anna LaBay
Mar 122 min read
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Focused on the process
McCOOK Neb. - I often find myself questioning the direction of my local independent news website. While I’m unsure of what the ultimate...

Anna LaBay
Mar 121 min read
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Students Discover What Appears to be Cocaine and Fentanyl
McCOOK Neb. - On Saturday afternoon, two McCook Junior High students went for a walk and spotted a bag of chips on the ground. However,...

Anna LaBay
Mar 122 min read
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Casen's Story: A plea for kindness and understanding
OBERLIN Kan .- In the quiet community of Oberlin, a profound sadness has settled as family and friends grapple with the devastating loss...

Anna LaBay
Mar 122 min read
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McCook Teen Battles Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome, Mom Seeks Awareness
With International CVS Awareness Day approaching on March 5, 2025, the Cook family is urging the community to learn more about CVS and show

Anna LaBay
Mar 122 min read
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The Rustic Market on 1st is Open
New store opens on West 1st

Anna LaBay
Feb 52 min read
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The Nonpartisan Legacy of George Norris
McCOOKÂ Neb. - Â In a thought-provoking event held Sunday, Jan. 10, 2024, attendees gathered to explore the nonpartisan legacy of George...

Anna LaBay
Jan 202 min read
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Gov. Pillen Visit to McCook
During a town hall meeting at The Coppermill Restaurant, Governor Jim Pillen articulated his vision for Nebraska's future, focusing on...

Anna LaBay
Jan 172 min read
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