Growing Up in the 50’s

In the early 50’s TVs were becoming increasingly popular but not in the Morris Snyder household. Dad, like his Dad, was often an early adopter. He was curious about many things but to my dismay television was not one of them.

The Pawnee Republican America 250 Essay Contest

The Pawnee Republican will hold an essay contest in honor of the 250th birthday of The United States of America.

Reader Comment

I want to express my appreciation to Dr. Snyder for continuing to send news of the past, reflections on the special life in Pawnee City for many of us in our youth.His mention of Soapstone triggers something in me. I thought I never visited soap stone. David Herries tells me we went there together.

Nebraska Historical Society Foundation Grant Supports Completion of Historic Steinauer Firehouse Restoration

STEINAUER, NEBRASKA — The Steinauer Community Heritage House has received a grant from the Nebraska Historical Society Foundation to support the completion of interior galleries and museumquality interpretive signage in the restored Steinauer Volunteer Fire Department Firehouse.

Parables that Captivate Us

One of the great wonders of Christianity is God’s gift of parables. Some are just a few words while others are a short story. They match up at least in their main point with the gospel message. In the coming months, we will look at a series of parables.

How an Aggieville Watering Hole Saved a Life

Roger Locher was a farm boy from Sabetha Kansas.He joined the Air Force in 1969 and became a decorated navigator/weapons specialist officer. Roger was a “backseater” in the most sophisticated fighter of the day, the F4-D.

Area Huskers Named to Deans’ List for Spring 2026

LINCOLN, NE (06/15/2026)- More than 6,200 University of Nebraska-Lincoln students have been named to the Deans’ List for the spring semester of the 2025-26 academic year.

The 12U Indians Continue to Gain Experience and Improve Each Game

On Wednesday, June 10, the 12U softball hosted a doubleheader against Falls City White. The Indians lost the first game with a score of 12-0 and 9-5 in the second.While the scores weren’t the outcome the team hoped for, Coach Julie Stake saw positives throughout the night.

Wayne State Releases Dean’s List for Spring 2026 Semester

June 8, 2026 (WAYNE, Neb.) – Wayne State College included almost 1,200 students on the dean’s list for exemplary academic achievement during the Spring 2026 semester. Students listed on the dean’s list are full-time undergraduate students who have achieved a GPA of 3.5 or above on a 4.

Hard- Fought Effort for 14U Softball Team

On Tuesday, June 9, the 14U softball team played at home against Elmwood/Murdock Black and Adrenaline. In the first game, the team came up short against Elmwood/Murdock Black, falling 5-2.