November 2024

Code talkers helped U.S. win world wars

November 5, 2024

When the topic of military code talkers comes up, many think of the Navajo code talkers of World War II who operated as Marines in the Pacific Theater.

November 5, 2024

As we approach Veteran’s Day, it is vital to reflect on the sacrifices made by those who have served and to recognize the unique challenges they face, especially in rural areas.

Eagle softball ends season with walk-off win for 1st state trophy

November 4, 2024

Liberty North softball wrapped up its historic season with the program’s first-ever state trophy after it defeated Helias Catholic 8-7 in the Class 5 third-place game Oct.

Kearney boys soccer ends season in first round of districts

November 4, 2024

INDEPENDENCE — The season came to a close for Kearney boys soccer with a 4-1 loss to Van Horn in the Class 3 District 8 Tournament Quarterfinals Saturday, Nov.

Communities, schools honor veterans

November 4, 2024

CLAY COUNTY — Veterans Day 2024 will be Monday, Nov.

Tips can make overnight stays fun for kids this holiday season

November 4, 2024

Travel is a common component of celebrating the holiday season and people are already making plans for Thanksgiving and Christmas.In 2023, AAA projected that 55.4 million people would travel for Thanksgiving and another 115.2 million would travel for the Christmas period — the second-highest number since 2000.Of those planning to travel in 2024, around 22% will journey solely for Thanksgiving, and nearly 29% will travel for both Thanksgiving and the holidays of Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanzaa.Holiday travelers recognize there is much to coordinate to make travel comfortable and convenient during this busy time of year.