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VALENTINE’S DAY HAPPENINGS:

* Love doesn’t have to be BIG to mean everything! At the Sandhills Care Center, there are residents who’ve lived full lives – who’ve loved deeply, given endlessly and now quietly hope to feel remembered. YOU can help make that happen. For just $5.00 you can send a box of chocolates and a Valentine Day card OR a flower and a card. Make it extra special and do a ‘bundle’: chocolates, flower and a card for just $8. Then they will take care of everything: put it all together with love and deliver it. Because sometimes a small gift says something very big: You matter. You’re remembered. You’re loved. Call Savanah McGowan to place your orders at 402-387-1294. Deadline to order is Monday, Feb. 9.

* It’s Sweethearts Night out this Friday night, downtown Atkinson. Make sure to join them at RF Goeke Variety and Daze of Wine from 5:30-8, start off your evening with a scoop of fun – and adult ice cream treat at the soda fountain or a glass of wine at Daze of Wine. Add in some tasty appetizers and you’ve got the perfect recipe for romance. The love doesn’t stop there, Take 50% off Valentine’s Day items and 20% off everything else on the shelves – in both stores! So grab your sweetheart and make it a night to remember. Love, laughter and a little indulgence, this Friday night at 103 South Main in Atkinson, 

* Sip – Shop – Snack – Support!  Help Bright Horizon’s KISS domestic violence GOODBYE! Celebrate the day of hearts with all your gal pals at the 5^th annual Galentines Day ‘Sip and Shop’ event on Sunday, February 8^th from 1 – 4 at the Elks. They’ve put together an amazing line up of vendors/makers – like a mini market –  for you to shop from while you sip on your favorite cocktails and enjoys snack too. It’s a free event so come shop local small business and celebrate the love for your besties because at Bright Horizon’s they want you to be their Galentine. Fellas and kids…you’re welcome to come shop too!

* Whether you’re madly in love, kind of over it or proudly ghosted someone this week, the 402 Bar and the Brown County Arts Council have a night made for you! Tuesday, February 10^th isn’t JUST a music bingo night. It’s Valentine’s Music bingo night, both love songs and ANTI Valentines songs, so you can come expecting the full emotional roller coaster…First dates, worst dates, songs that make you text your crush, songs that remind you why you blocked them. Healthy and productive! So grab your friends, your situationships and your ex’s favorite hoodie and come for Valentines Music Bingo, 7 p.m. Tuesday night at the 402… because love isn’t one-size-fits all and neither is their playlist!

* Looking for a sweet way to spend Valentine’s Day while supporting your community. Join the Ainsworth Senior Center for a Valentines Day Dinner at 12:00 noon on Saturday, February 14^th. You don’t have to be a senior to attend, all ages are welcome, everyone is encouraged to come out and support the Senior center. Dinner includes Windsor loins, cheesy potatoes, green beans, salad and dessert. Suggested donation is $14.00 Please RSVP by Wednesday, February 11^th to reserve your spot, call 402-387-0777. You can even reserve a whole table for 4, 6 or 8 people – perfect for friends, family or a Valentine’s day group outing. Don’t rush off after lunch, stick around for bingo or a game of pool and enjoy the afternoon. Good food, Good fun and a great cause! Make your reservation today.

* They say Friday the 13^th is unlucky – but NOT at the Silver Circle, because luck runs out and country music takes over with Randy Burghardt!  He’s back with a voice and those songs that turn strangers into dance partners. He’ll be playing live from 8 to midnight so bring your Valentine or find one before the night’s over. Don’t miss Randy Burghardt at the Silver Circle, downtown Ainsworth on Friday the 13^th – there’s No Cover Charge!

* Start making your plans now for the areas premier beef event! The 25th Annual Heart City Bull Bash hits Valentine, Nebraska’s Main Street on Saturday, February 14^th showcasing bull and heifer pens from the areas top cattleman and commercial exhibitors, there’s shopping, food, and kids activities. A huge Vendor show in the old Shopko building. Livestock Judging will be on the 13^th at Valentine Livestock. Stay tuned for more details or log on to Bull Bash dot net.

* Are you ready to rewind the romance and turn it up to RAD? This Valentine’s Day grab your sweetheart and cruise on over to the Elks adult prom 80s style. Dinner starts at 6, you get to choose your totally tubular entrée and dessert that’s sweeter than a slow dance to REO Speedwagon. Drink specials too. Stick around after dinner for all your favorite 80s hits. Dance like nobody’s watching, or like it’s prom night and everyone IS. Tease that hair, dust off the shoulder pads, grab the neon. The more 80s the better. This Valentine’s Day, don’t just fall in love. Fall in love 80s style at the Elks in Ainsworth.

* Saturday night, February 14^th, they’re Rockin’ the Country at the Springlake Angus Center with live music from the Platinum Pearls. No matter what your style, they have the soundtrack to your night. They always bring the party with songs you know and love – all genres, all decades that’ll have everyone singing along. There is NO Cover Charge. The kitchen and cash bar open at 6, so whether you’re treating your sweetheart or keeping it all to yourself, enjoy incredible food, ribs are the featured special, plus steaks, the full menu, a fresh salad bar and a dessert bar. Couples, singles, first dates, last minute dates – the Springlake Angus Center 16 north of O’Neill on Hwy. 281, 14 east on 887^th road is the area’s must visit hot spot, and the perfect place to celebrate Valentine’s Day – with or without a Valentine. Come for the food, stay for the Platinum Pearls, leave with incredible memories. 

* Love is in the air and dinner is on the grill at the Sandhills Lounge. Treat your Valentine to the Ultimate Surf and Turf special – Lesa’s famous succulent prime rib, paired with grilled shrimp, your choice: lemon pepper or Cajun..because romance should come with options! Don’t forget dessert. Valentine’s cheesecakes so sweet – you might fall in love all over again. Chocolate covered cherry, Debbie Cakes, Devils food and more! Not everyone in your party craving surf and turf? No Worries! Full Menu will be available. So this Valentine’s Day, skip the stress and bring your sweetheart to the Sandhills Lounge in Long Pine.

HELP WANTED: 

* Looking for an opportunity to be a part of something bigger. Bejot Feedlots and Farms are building for the future and looking for hard working people to join their farming operation FULL TIME. Experience in ag is an asset, but they’re willing to train the right people. This is a chance to grow into a key role within their team. They’re looking for motivated individuals who want more….because agriculture isn’t just a job, it’s the backbone of our communities, strengthening rural and feeding the world. If you’re dependable, hands-on and looking for long term career opportunity, stop by the office to pick up your application or call 402-387-2236 and visit with Randal or Kody Rathe at Bejot Feedlots and Farms, just west of Ainsworth. Farming and Cattle are their business – but it’s their people who make the difference.  That’s 402-387-2236.

* Come join the team at Southside Mini Mart in Stuart! They’re now accepting applications. Responsibilities include welcoming all customers with a greeting and a smile, give fast and friendly customer service, re-stock coolers and shelves, and of course keeping pizza lovers happy! Competitive pay, monthly incentive bonuses for full timers and a fun work environment. On the job training provided. If you’re reliable, responsible, great at multi tasking while remaining detail oriented and have a positive, friendly attitude – Southside Mini Mart wants you! Stop in today to pick up your application and set up an interview. If you have questions call 402-924-3550.

* The Ainsworth Child Development Center is looking for full-time, part-time and substitute educators to work in their infant, toddler and preschool classrooms. Benefits include, no nights or weekends, flexible 4-day work schedule, competitive pay, opportunities for professional development and reduce rate for childcare. You must be at least 16 years of age to apply and must pass a background check. No previous experience is required. Contact Lexi today by email director@ainsworthchildcare.com or call 382-3900. ACDC is an equal opportunity employer.

* Have a knack for mixing drinks and making people feel welcome? There’s a spot for you behind the bar at Cast Iron Bar and Grille. They’re at the top of their game and looking to keep it that way. Now hiring bartenders and shift managers who can keep up, stay sharp and bring the energy to every shift. If you’re fast, friendly and know how to handle a crowd…if you take pride in great drinks and great service, and you love nights that fly by, they want you behind their bar! Come join a crew that works hard, works together and knows how to have a good time doing it. If you’re 19 years old or over, apply in person today at 806 East Hwy. 20 in Stuart.

* If you’re searching for stability, better pay, a great work/life balance and outstanding benefits, The Nebraska Department of Transportation has an exceptional opportunity for a Hwy. Maintenance Worker in Ainsworth OR Springview! Experience in the operation of heavy equipment or farming background is preferred but not required as successful applicant will be trained to operate various types of Highway maintenance equipment. A Class A CDL will be required but NDOTs paid CDL training will put you on the fast track to advance your career and your pay check. Make this your year – land that dream job doing work that really matters. Call and visit with Shaun to learn more at 402-387-2471. For a complete description and to apply log on to statejobs.nebraska.gov. Must be at least 18 years of age and have a valid drivers license to apply. NDOT is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

* Valentine’s Day is traditionally a day to celebrate love and romance, but this year, why not take it a step further and find a CAREER you love. Finding work you’re passionate about and excited to get up for in the morning can significantly boost your overall happiness and self esteem. So before you dive into all those Valentine’s Celebrations, take some time to consider your goals and come visit the Sandhills Care Center. A great place to work AND make a difference and NO, it’s not just for caregivers. If you have a big heart, they have a position for you. Both full time and part time positions are available.  Very competitive pay, insurance benefits for full time employees, flexible work schedules and make sure to ask about their sign on bonus! Come be a part of their mission to serve our communities with compassionate, person-centered care through life’s transitions. It’s easy to apply, call Administrator Penny Jacobs, Phone 402-387-1294 or log on to sandhillscarecenter.com.

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SERVICES:

* Gold is $4,400 and Silver is at $75! 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 longtime 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:

* If you’re burning wood this season, now’s the time to LOAD UP!  BIG Loads of Firewood. $80 a load of mixed wood, you haul (they’ll help you load), $100 if delivered close to Ainsworth. They also have big wood that needs split. You split, you haul, get it for $75 a load.  Same party has a ‘tilt’ boat trailer for sale. Asking $200.00 or best offer. Call Danny at 402-760-0650 or Lisa 402-760-3301.

* If you’re looking to build smarter on the ranch or the farm, locally owned Longshot Construction out of Long Pine has you covered. They’re selling windbreak steel panels, 22 gauge galvanized, 3’x24’ long. Tough enough to handle real ag work AND mother nature. Perfect for windbreaks, livestock shade, fencing and sorting pens, ag buildings, siding and roofing. If it’s on the ranch, these panels fit the job. They come in bundles of 30 and right now, they’re just $93 a sheet when you buy a bundle. Delivery & installation available. Portable livestock sheds also for sale. 12×9, 8’ tall. Great protection for when mother nature rear’s her ugly head. Color matching available. Call or text Jamin Zeman at 925-8880 and get the
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BULL/PRODUCTION SALES: 

* February 6th @ 1 p.m, Poss Angus, located at the Ranch near Scotia, NE https://possangus.com/annual-sale/

* February 9th @ 1 p.m, Logterman Family Cattle, located at Valentine Livestock Auction https://logterman.com/2026-catalog/

* February 13th @ 1 p.m, Martinsen Angus, located at the Ranchhttps://www.dvauction.com/events/261313-martinsen-angus-annual-bull-2-13-26

* February 15th @ 2 p.m, Miller Angus, located at Valentine Livestock Auction https://www.pasturetopublish.com/salebooks/ranch-637762921152915402/millerangus02152026/flip-book/#1

* February 19th @ 12:30 MST, Krebs Ranch, located at the Ranch outside of Gordon, NE https://krebsranch.com/wcontent/uploads/Kreb_26_low-res-1.pdf

* February 21st @ 1 p.m, Sandhills Source, located at the Minert/Simonson Ranch http://sandhillssource.com

* February 21st @ 1 p.m, Varilek Angus, located at the Ranch outside of Geddes, SD https://www.pasturetopublish.com/salebooks/ranch-637428614878053526/varilekangus02162025api/flip-book/#1

* March 4th @ 1 p.m, Hall Ranch Angus, located at Bassett Livestock Auction https://www.hallranchangus.com/

AUCTIONS:

* Friday, February 6^th – The Old Reliable, the Atkinson Livestock Market is hosting monthly hay consignment auctions the first Friday of the month. The next auction will be Friday, February 6th. Sale time is at 11 a.m. Consignments are still being taken for the upcoming hay consignment sale as well as the sales to come. Hay, Alfalfa, Grinding Hay, Cornstalk bales. Check out atkinsonlivestock.com. To consign hay, call the barn at 925-5141. Also plan on coming to the sale.

* Online Auction: Attention farmers and land investors. Here’s an outstanding opportunity to own a quality, low overhead, gravity irrigated farm in north central Nebraska. Dave Hickey, Agent with Farmers National Company is proud to present an online auction for 107.53 acres in Brown County located in the Ainsworth Irrigation District. Good soils, district water and the kind of efficiency today’s ag operators are looking for. The property sits just five miles west of Ainsworth, four and a half miles north and a quarter mile west. A strong location with proven production. Bidding opens Monday, February 9^th at 8 a.m. and closes Tuesday, February 17^th at 11 a.m. Register and bid online at fncbid.com. Prefer help? You can also bid in person at Famers National Company, 423 East Douglas in O’Neill, where their team will walk you through the online bidding process. If you need more information contact Agent Dave Hickey directly at 402-340-4436. 

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* Attention hunters! The Newport Fire Department is hosting their Annual Coyote Calling Contest this Saturday, February 7th. Registration is Friday, February 6th, at the Newport Fire Hall, from 6 to 7 p.m.  Choose a 12-hour or 24-hour hunt — just $100 per two-person team. Youth under 16 can join a team to make three hunters total. ALL team members must be present at registration. Get all the details and register Friday night at the Newport Fire Hall and be part of this weekend’s Coyote Calling Contest, hosted by the Newport Fire Department!

* New Year…New Career! CNA Class to be offered in Ainsworth. Get on a rewarding career path that offers job security and opportunities for advancement. Come take the CNA class. It’s a great ‘first step’ in the healthcare field providing a quick and affordable route to becoming a healthcare professional. You can gain valuable hands on experience and make a real difference in people’s lives. Come to work for us and The class is absolutely FREE! It’s an incredible way for you to get your ‘foot in the door’. Convenient clinicals held during the evening hours, right here at home so you won’t have to travel far AND Home Study. If you’re age 16 or older get signed up today by calling instructor Marti Dunbar at the Sandhills Care Center in Ainsworth, phone 387-1294. Deadline to sign up is February 6th.

* Calling all Sandhills ranchers – mark your calendars for a well-earned night out. Join the Sandhills Task Force Saturday, February 7th at the Bassett American Legion. Kick things off with happy hour at 5:30 p.m, then sit down to a hearty steak dinner at 6:30 p.m. Throughout the evening you’ll hear from fellow ranchers as they share real-world insights from their own operations and answer your questions. No sales pitches – just practical ideas, shared experiences and honest conversation. Whether you’re looking to learn something new, catch up with friends, or just enjoy a night away from chores, Ranchers Night Out is all about strengthening relationships and celebrating life in ranch country. Cost is just $30 per person, which includes dinner and a drink ticket. Learn more and RSVP today at sandhillstaskforce.org or call or text Ashley at 307-351-0935.

* Soups on!  A Soup Supper to benefit the Rock County Senior Center will be held at the Senior Center this Sunday, February 8^th. They’ll be serving soups, sandwiches and desserts from 5 – 7 by free will offering so start making plans now to attend. Sponsored by the Bassett Methodist Church. All are welcome.

* Keep MORE of your hard earned money, File your taxes for free. Get cash back. Maximize your tax refund with EITC, and get it right with FREE tax help right here at home. You MAY qualify for tax credits up to $8,046! The Ainsworth Public Library is hosting Volunteer Income Tax Assistance. Volunteers will answer all your questions and help prepare federal and state tax returns at no cost. This is a FREE event and Open to the public. Their goal is to help you get it and get it right! This is money you can save or use to pay off bills, buy that car to get to work or even make a down payment on a home. Call the Library to schedule your appointment, phone 402-387-2032.

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SCHOLARSHIPS:

* Your health care career is within reach! The Brown County Hospital is excited to announce they will be giving 3 – $1,000 scholarships. Considering the importance of high quality health care in today’s society, it is critical for bright, talented people to be encouraged to pursue professions in the field. At the Brown County Hospital in Ainsworth, it is their pleasure to assist area students who are working toward a career to improve the health and well being of others. The Brown County Hospital Scholarship is open to all area graduating seniors and current college students from Brown, Rock, Cherry, Keya Paha, Loup and Blaine County who have selected to focus on a health care or healthcare supporting career.  For more information or your application go to Brown County Hospital dot org, or call 387-2800. The Brown County Hospital in Ainsworth, quality in community healthcare. Application deadline is March 27, 2026.

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