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HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS:

~ Let’s go on the Sandhills Stroll in Ainsworth…Wednesday, December 10th – Holiday Sip N’ Shop at Participating businesses downtown from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m.

~ Wednesday, December 10th – Community Christmas Caroling from 7 p.m. until 8 p.m. The Bus will be at Ainsworth Community Schools at 7 p.m. for those who want to go caroling! All are welcome to come along and join the fun.

~ JDean’s Gallery and Home Design Studio at 200 West 4th Street in Ainsworth is now Open for the Christmas season, starting tonight! Now through Christmas the store will be open Wednesday through Friday, 5:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. Saturdays from 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. and on Christmas Eve from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Now not only will you find women’s apparel, jewelry, and accessories, Christina has added home goods! There’s beautiful rugs in many sizes including jute rugs, some modern furniture pieces, wall art and more so come in and shop the redesigned, restocked JDean’s Gallery and Home Design Studio! The Hwy. 20 location is back open and we can’t wait to see you.

~ Holiday Cheer served at UBT. The holidays are a special time to gather with family and friends to celebrate the joy of the season. At Union Bank and Trust, they welcome the community to join them for Festive Friday! Stop in anytime This Friday, December 12th from 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. and enjoy
Christmas Goodies and refreshments at the Ainsworth branch. Whether you’re new in town or have been a customer for years, they look forward to seeing you on Festive Friday. Union Bank and Trust, Member F.D.I.C.

~ Sweets, Treats and Antiques! Come LOAD UP on amazing holiday goodies AND help to make a difference for hungry kids! The Ainsworth United Methodist Church Family Ministries is hosting a Christmas Cookies and Candy Sale Friday, December 12th from 8 a.m. until 7 p.m. and Saturday, December 13th from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. at 1st Class Auto. Come shop a huge selection of goodies available for purchase with proceeds going to the Ainsworth School ‘2nd Helping’ Lunch Program. Plus beautiful gifts and Antiques from ‘The Creamery’. Denny Bauer will be serving pork sandwiches, nachos and sloppy joes by free will donation both days. ‘To Go’ boxes will be available with proceeds going to the Phase 2 Community Fishing Pond project.

~ Saturday, December 13th – Movie Matinee at the Grand Theater, the Polar Express at 2 p.m, sponsored by Hills and Trails.

~Sleigh Bells and Strikes! Santa Is coming to O’Neill Lanes courtesy of the Celtic Riders on Saturday, December 13th, Family Bowling Night is from 2 p.m. until 6 p.m. Santa will be available for pictures AND he’s also handing out gifts from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m, Mrs. Claus may be coming along to help him out! Free cookies and refreshments too sponsored by the Celtic Riders RG. Open Bowling will be available for paid bowlers, so bring the whole family for some bowling fun! There will even be prizes for bowlers. See Santa, bowl a few frames and make merry memories with your family and the Celtic Riders. If you have any questions contact Josh Reagan at 336-8557 or Calista Wilson at 382-8212.

~A free concert of Christmas music as only a songwriter and story singer can. The Ainsworth Church of the Nazarene is thrilled to welcome back Nashville produced musician Greg Hager for A Free Community Christmas Concert Saturday, December 13th at 6 p.m, Greg and Andrea will sing the Christmas Story. Come explore the sights, sounds and traditions of Christmas through beautiful western styled country music… a true delight for ALL members of the family. The concert is absolutely Free, make sure to come and bring a friend! Coffee and cookie fellowship to follow.

~ Sunday, A Gift for Mom and Dad at the Ainsworth United Methodist Church from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. where kids can come pick ‘presents’ for their moms and dads. It’s free, sponsored by Family Ministries. An opportunity for kids to ‘shop’ for their parents, but they don’t have to pay for the gifts!

~ Joyful Sounds of Christmastime Cheer! The Ainsworth United Methodist Church invites you to attend the annual UMC Christmas Concert on Sunday evening, December 14th at 4 p.m. featuring the UMC Church Choir, the Brass Quintet and Youth Bell Choir along with other talented special guests and groups from right here in our community – so come settle into the season, enjoy beautiful Christmas music and fellowship, goodies and refreshments to follow. The Concert is absolutely free – there is no admission, no
offering, The Ainsworth United Methodist Church just wants to welcome you through our doors this joyous holiday season to embrace the true meaning of Christmas with your friends and loved ones.

~Children will marvel as the The Long Pine Firehall Transforms into the Long Pine Polar Express this Sunday, December 14th from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m. Santa Claus is coming to town with his workshop in tow. Photos with Santa, gifts for mom and dad too and a free will donation soup supper benefiting the Long Pine Rural Fire Department. Comfort food AND fellowship at its finest. Joy FULLY this Christmas Season in Long Pine.

~ Sunday, December 14th – Strollin’ Shuttle from 5  p.m. until 9:30 p.m.

~ Let’s Get Lit Ainsworth! The Ainsworth Commercial Club sponsored ‘Christmas City of the Sandhills Search & Christmas Cruise is on Sunday. Decorate your vehicles and cruise from 6 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. A Short fireworks display will be held downtown at 6:30 p.m. After fireworks, pick up your ‘Search Cards’ at the Ambulance Barn. Return filled out cards to the Ambulance Barn by 8:30 p.m. All Christmas Music on KBRB FM92.7. It’s a Free Event and fun for the entire family.

~Join Willow Creek Mercantile for the ‘Make it and Take it’ Christmas Porch Pot Class! It’s coming up Tuesday, December 16th – 6 p.m. at The Connection. Pots will be available for purchase or BYOP (bring your own pot!). Get creative this Christmas and have some fun making your very own Festive planter. Terry will be there to guide you every step of the way. Sign up today by calling Willow Creek Mercantile in Ainsworth at 382-3710 or text 416-8088.

~Enjoy a perfect Christmas dinner without the cooking this year! Drive Through Community Christmas Dinner – Fast, Easy and delicious! The Ainsworth United Methodist Church at 310 North Woodward will be serving up a homemade Christmas Dinner feast for you, just drive on through! Call the church at 387-2782 to place your order, if no answer, just leave a message with your name, phone number and how many meals you’re ordering. Or stop in during office hours. Pickup will be from 11 – noon on Christmas Day just enter the West Parking lot from the north. Dinner will be delivered right to your vehicle. It’s absolutely FREE, but freewill donations are always appreciated. Christmas Dinner Deadline to reserve your Christmas meal is December 18th.

HELP WANTED: 

* Get your career in gear! If you have your CDL, Thad Jones Trucking out of Ainsworth has your ‘well maintained’ truck and trailers ready to roll. Thad is looking to fill full time local and regional truck driving
positions for livestock/and or grain handling. CDL is a must. Experience is preferred but willing to provide training to the right applicant. Competitive pay is offered. If you’re an owner/operator – there’s exciting opportunities for you too and a dedicated dispatch team designed to support your business and maximize your earning potential without you feeling overloaded. If you’ve got the drive…Thad Jones Trucking has got the miles. For more information or to apply, call Thad at 760-2116.

* Ainsworth Senior Center is looking for a Manager who would be responsible for over-all day to day operations of the center, coordinating with the Area Agency on Aging. If you’re self motivated, organized, have the ability to multitask and are great with people – this could be the fit for you. It’s a very rewarding position with flexible scheduling, typically Monday through Friday. Could easily coincide with children’s school schedule. Pick up your application at the Ainsworth Senior Center, 234 West 2nd Street or call 387-0777 for more information.

* KBRB is looking to add to its team for 2026. We are looking for a part-time or full-time on-air board operator. Paid training is provided. There is the potential for the position to include additional opportunities for the right candidate in sales and sports. KBRB offers competitive wages and for full-time employees, a company-matched retirement and paid sick and vacation leave. Anyone interested in a position may contact Graig Kinzie at 402-387-1400 or by email at kbrb@sscg.net

* Rock County Public Schools is hiring! They are looking to fill a paraprofessional position to start January 5, 2026. Starting wage is $18 per hour. Single Dental/Health Insurance, sick and personal leave, retirement benefits. If you are passionate about supporting students and fostering a positive learning environment, they want you on their team. Interested applicants may send letter of application, resume and transcripts to Rock County Public Schools, c/o Nicole Ebert, PO Box 448, Bassett, NE 68714 or email materials to nebert@rockcountyschools.org.

* Push your talent to exciting new heights by working as a Clinic Nurse at the Rock County Clinic in Bassett. They are looking for a full time RN or LPN. This would be 4 days per week with full benefits. Come be a vital part of patient care, rooming patients, recording vitals, going over chief health concerns and patient history and collaborating closely with providers to ensure seamless patient care and efficient clinic flow. If you are highly motivated and committed to excellent performance, this position may be for you. Competitive wage, great hours, generous personal leave time program AND a sign on bonus! For the complete job description, more information or to apply contact Pam Licking or Stacey Knox at the Rock County Clinic, phone 684-2906. Or Email
plicking@rockcountyhospital.com or sknox@rockcountyhospital.com. Come see what it’s like to be a part of a legacy of caring.

* Tis the season for a change! During the holidays people’s spirits seem to be UP! Thinking of everything that they’re thankful for. Are you one of those people? Perhaps as the holiday’s draw near, you realize your career has impacted your well being. Do you still love what you do? Maybe you don’t feel fulfilled and are longing to make an impact? Have you considered the senior living industry? It may not be the most traditional career path and it may not even have crossed your mind as an option, but in reality, the Sandhills Care Center is a great place to work AND make a difference and NO, it’s not just for caregivers. If you have a passion, they have a position for you. Come be a part of their mission to serve our community with compassionate, person-centered care through life’s transitions. It’s easy to apply, call or stop in and visit with Administrator Penny Jacobs, 387-1294 or apply online at sandhillscarecenter.com.

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SERVICES:

* Gold is over $4,000 and Silver is $58, it may be time to re-evaluate the contents of your jewelry box. Do you have gold rings, chains, pins, Black Hills Gold, class rings that you no longer wear? Or are broken? Ken Seeley ‘The Coin Guy’ will buy them. Anything gold – even dental gold. Ken also buys all kinds of coins, bullion bars and rounds, silver dimes, quarters, half dollars and silver dollars. Also non-silver collectible coins, proof and mint sets, modern commemorative coins and more. Old paper currency. Foreign money too. Call Ken ‘The Coin Guy’ at 336-1240 today. Ken is a long time member of the O’Neill Chamber of Commerce.

BUSINESS FOR SALE:

* PRICE REDUCED: Step into a new business venture –‘The 402 Bar’ in Ainsworth is For Sale. This inviting local bar is a charming ‘gathering spot’ in a prime location right on Main Street with a loyal customer base. Keep the name or make it your own! The groundwork has all been laid and sellers are motivated, so swoop up this great ‘turn key’ opportunity. There’s room to grow as well – a small kitchen could be added. For more information reach out to Graig or Steph Kinzie by calling the KBRB studio at 387-1400. Serious inquiries only. The 402 will continue to be open for business as usual until another owner is found.

FOR SALE:

*  A ‘running gear’ off of truck. Would work great for hauling a fuel tank. Same party has a 6” hydraulic cylinder – 24” stroke, with a 2” Ram; would work great for a wood splitter. Also tires and rims for sale, 18.4 x 34s. Cast centers. Good tires. Can text pictures. Call 340-5850. Leave a message if no answer.

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AUCTIONS:

* Don’t let your chance to bid get away! M&M Auctions is excited to present a Welding Shop Dispersal and Winter Consignment Auction on Saturday, December 13th at the M&M Auction Lot, ½ mile northeast of O’Neill on Hwy 108. This is one sale that’s sure to warm you right up. It’s HUGE! 2 rings will be running. There is a complete dispersal from a welding shop and an Estate from an electrician already plus Tools, Storage, Vehicles and Trailers, Equipment, Livestock related equipment and miscellaneous, even 50 round bales of 2025 hay. From mini excavators, skid steers and dump carts to golf carts this sale’s got it all. Check out mmauctionsllc.com and keep checking back. They won’t be taking any more small items, but will continue to accept big consignment items through Friday, December 12th. Call Matt McKay, phone 340-1209, M&M Auctions, they’re ready to go to work for you.

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MISC:       

* Presenting…the perfect stocking stuffer. Want to give a gift that’s stuffed with action, adventure, laughter and value? Gift the gift of entertainment by giving gift cards OR gift certificates to the Ainsworth Grand Theater. Just stop in during show times this Friday or Saturday night or on Sunday afternoon to get stocked up. OR better yet – just come enjoy the movie, THEN….Pick up a “reel deal” for your holiday gift giving. Get your Christmas gift certificates this wknd at the Ainsworth Grand Theater on Main Street.

* Registration is NOW OPEN. Embrace those hours between the time school closes and parents return from work with ASAP – Ainsworth Community Schools FREE after school program, The spring semester begins January 19th from 3:30 p.m. until 5:30 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays. All kindergarten thru 6th grade students, even current students must be registered by December 19th in order to participate for the new semester. SO DON’T WAIT – to register go to https://tinyurl.com/S26ASAP, if you have any questions contact Amanda Ganser by emailing aganser@ainsworthschools.org.  Enrich, Explore, Engage with A.S.A.P. They’d like to encourage all ASAP students to participate in Missoula Children’s Theater the week of January 12th.

* Start making your New Year’s Even Plans NOW and get your tickets in advance for Rock County Ag Society’s New Year’s Eve Fundraising Banquet at the Bassett Community Center. Prime rib and crab leg supper, Raffle, live and silent auctions, Whiskey Rebellion will be taking the stage at 9 p.m.– Bar will be open! $90 per person or $725 for a table of 8. You can get your tickets from any Ag society Member or at Bassett bank locations. If you come to the dance only, there’s just a $5 cover! Celebrate for a Cause. Funds raised help with Fairgrounds betterment and activities.

* Take the next step towards success and ‘Future Proof’ your options! The Brown County Hospital and Rock County Hospital in conjunction with Northeast Community College wants to get you started on the right track to becoming an LPN or RN so apply today for Nursing Classes that will be held locally, at the Brown County Hospital in Ainsworth, coming in the Fall of 2026 Enroll now and get ready to embark upon a rewarding career in nursing. Applications must be submitted by February 1, 2026 For more information visit northeast.edu/nursing or contact Brandy Bussinger at the Brown County Hospital in Ainsworth. Travel to Norfolk for clinicals and
labs will be required to complete the program.

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THANK YOU: 

* The families of Marilyn Brodbeck, Shari Sexson, Karen Farnham and Mike Woodhead along with one very happy Birthday girl, would like to say ‘Thank You’ for making Reenie Mercier’s birthday so special by sending her a card. The cards that came in have filled her days with smiles and great memories. We truly appreciate the kindness you have shown.

CARD SHOWER:

* Shirley Lentz is celebrating her 90th Birthday on December 9th so help her a celebrate at a Birthday Open House, Saturday, December 13th in the fellowship hall at the Ainsworth United Methodist Church from 3 p.m. until 5 p.m. Cards may be sent to Shirley Lentz, 450 S. Main, #114, Ainsworth, NE 69210. Shirley would love to see you or hear from you.