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Pace, reach of technology change increases need for ‘digital literacy’

Editor's note: This the first in a series of articles about digital literacy in Seward County. Sally Viets stopped cold when her computer screen froze as she reviewed her banking information …
The City of Milford earned recertification from the Leadership Certified Community program at the Nebraska Department of Economic Development and received a certificate Jan. 7. Pictured are, from left, Jonathan Jank , Seward County Chamber and Development Partnership; Tony DeLong, Milford City Council; Becky Freeman, Milford City Council; Patrick Kelley, Mayor of Milford; Dave Honz, Ecominc Development Manager,  Nebraska Department of Economic Development; Daiton Parks, Milford City Council; Dustin Bauer, Milford City Council; Jeanne Hoggins, Milford City Clerk/Treasurer; and Rick Nelsen, Senior Economic Development Consultant Nebraska Public Power District..

Recertification finished, approved

Milford is good for another five years. The city received its recertification through the Leadership Certified Communities program at the Nebraska Department of Economic Development at its Jan. …
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Judd Parker Johnson was born to Heidi (Weber) Johnson and Josh Johnson of Seward on Dec. 31, 2024, at Bryan Birth Place in Lincoln. He weighed 7 lb., 7 oz., and was 20 inches long. …

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NACO recognizes Ahmic as Next Generation leader

County leaders from across the state have recognized the impact Seward County Commission Chair Misty Ahmic has made early in her time as a county official.  The Nebraska Association of …
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Boys' basketball Seward 50, Beatrice 35 SHS 9 23 13 5 50 BHS 5 12 11 7 35 SHS —Ed Knott 4-7 0-1 9, Tresten Hass 5-13 4-6 16, Bostyn Happ 3-6 0-0 9, Kayson Salyer 0-2 0-0 0, …

Seward girls' wrestlers win tournament, third at duals

It was a busy week but a good week for the Seward/Milford girls’ wrestling team. SM went 3-2 at the Cryin’ Creek Duals Dec. 30 and then placed third at the Fillmore Central Invite Jan. 3. …
Ayla Roth of Milford fights through the Lincoln Christian defense en route to the rim Dec. 31.

Epic battle goes to LC

A 69-35 Milford girls’ basketball win over Silver Lake Dec. 30 set up a battle of unbeatens in the Lincoln Christian holiday tournament Dec. 31. “It’s been on our calendars for …
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Eagles battle Bluejays in opening round of state volleyball

In its first trip to state volleyball since 1997, the Milford Eagles took second-seeded Pierce to five sets but fell short 25-23, 20-25, 20-25, 25-21, 15-13. “I am very proud of this team …
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Celebrations
Birthdays
Margie Schneider of Ulysses will celebrate her 90th birthday later this month. She was born Dec. 29, 1934. A family celebration will be conducted in Corpus Christi, Texas. To help …
An open house for Rita Shipley for her 90th birthday will be Sunday, Dec. 1, from 2 – 5 p.m. at the Ulysses Rec Center (school gym). They request no gifts.
Births
Evelyn Rose Koenig was born July 30, 2024, to Nichole Kozisek and Jeff Koenig of Bee. She weighed 7 pounds, 5 ounces, was 19 3/4 inches long and was born at Seward Memorial Hospital. …
Landon Marvin Cast was born Aug. 29, 2024, to Rebecca (Postier) Cast and Patrick Cast of Beaver Crossing at Seward Memorial Hospital. He weighed 8 pounds 7 ounces and was 21 inches long. …
Anniversaries
Allen and Karen Hoffbauer will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary this week. They were married Nov. 2, 1974. To help Allen and Karen celebrate, cards may be sent to 2936 Agnew Rd. …
Gary and Shirley McGregor of Seward will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary this week. They were married Oct. 24, 1964, in Hartington. Their family members include their children, …
Weddings
Grace Miller of Marysville, Kansas, and Joshua Hendrickson of Seward were married July 13 at Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church in Marysville. The bride’s parents are Rev. Philip and Monique …
Engagements
Kara Schlueter of Milford and Haden Speaks of Liberty, Missouri, are engaged and plan a wedding in May. The bride’s parents are Dan and Ann Schlueter of Milford and parents of the groom …
Audree Morris of Blair and Austin Luebbe of Milford are planning a June 29 wedding in Omaha. The bride’s parents are Patrick Morris and Misty Larson and the parents of the groom are Bruce …