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Co. Board honors Schmidt’s 20 years as county supervisor

Co. Board honors Schmidt’s 20 years as county supervisor

Clay County Board of Supervisors Chairman L. Wayne Johnson, right, presents a gift of appreciation for Gerry Schmidt’s 20 years serving on the county board. RITA BRHEL | CLAY COUNTY NEWS

Effective governing boards have a mix of experience among its members—new ideas balanced with the wisdom of lessons learned through the years.

The Clay County Board of Supervisors closed its final meeting of 2022 by honoring its outgoing member, Gerald Schmidt of Harvard, who chose not to seek re-election this fall to remain in his supervisor seat—completing a 20-year tenure on the board.

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Fire destroys Harvard home, community reaches out to help

Fire destroys Harvard home, community reaches out to help

A fire that started in the upstairs of a Harvard home destroyed the home and it’s belongings Tuesday, Dec. 20. Fire crews from Harvard, Clay Center, and Sutton worked to extinguish the flames, which began at 4:10 p.m., and reignited later that evening around 8 p.m. COURTESY PHOTO | CLAY COUNTY NEWS

Harvard Fire and Rescue were called to a house fire around 4:10 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 20, for an upstairs fire.

Clay Center and Sutton Fire were called for mutual shortly after.

The house was deemed a total loss, and the incident is being investigated as a possible electrical fire. No injuries were reported.

The Harvard community quickly stepped up to help the displaced family.

A GoFundMe page titled “My brother’s family,”has been organized by Katie Murphy, with a goal of $12,000.

People can also send monetary donations to the Harvard First United Methodist Church at P.O. Box 340, Harvard, NE 68944 (mark it for Johnson donation), or drop off donations by contacting Laurie Jarzynka at 402-984-3199 or Diane Uken at 402-772-7181.

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Our Lady of Assumption Youth Group donates time to Giving Tree

Our Lady of Assumption Youth Group donates time to Giving Tree
Our Lady of Assumption Youth Group donates time to Giving Tree
Our Lady of Assumption Youth Group donates time to Giving Tree

Some of the members of the Our Lady of Assumption Youth Group wrap presents during the wrapping party Wednesday afternoon at the Clay County Fairgrounds. Pictured above, clockwise: Alyssa Malchow, Alyssa Clark, Jeremy Borer (class leader), and Connor Rempe. ASHLEY D. SWANSON | CLAY COUNTY NEWS

Each year, the Clay County Giving Tree brings in people from all over the county to help wrap, organize, and deliver presents to families in local communities.

This year, Jeremy Borer and members of his youth group at Our Lady of Assumption in Deweese joined others during the wrapping party Dec. 21.

“We wanted to try and find opportunities to give back to the community,” Borer said. “We look for different service projects to do in our own community.”

Last year was the first year Borer took over the youth group class and had intended to bring his students to the Giving Tree, but due to poor weather conditions, it didn’t work out.

With the incoming winter weather, the Giving Tree’s wrapping party was moved up to a 1 p.m. start instead of 5 p.m., so despite the poor weather again attempting to thwart their plans, the earlier start ended up working out great, Borer said.

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Modern Mrs. handing out Christmas cheer

Modern Mrs. handing out Christmas cheer

Modern Mrs. hosted a drive-thru event Saturday, Dec. 18, at Harvard Public School, with volunteers handing out presents to children in vehicles. Here, Santa and Mrs. Claus wave to a car full of visitors as they come through Saturday morning. TORY DUNCAN | CLAY COUNTY NEWS

Modern Mrs. hosted a drive-thru event Saturday, Dec. 18, at Harvard Public School, with volunteers handing out presents to children in vehicles. Here, Santa and Mrs. Claus wave to a car full of visitors as they come through Saturday morning.

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CPI announces plans for 5-million-bushel grain facility

CPI announces plans for 5-million-bushel grain facility

The site for the new 5-million-bushel grain facility to be built in phases by Cooperative Producers, Inc. (CPI) is northwest of the Road 308 and Highway 14 intersection, a mile north of the Highway 6 and 14 intersection heading north toward Aurora. ASHLEY D. SWANSON | CLAY COUNTY NEWS

Cooperative Producers, Inc. (CPI) has announced plans to build a brand new five-million-bushel grain facility one mile north of the Highway 6 and 14 northbound intersection between Harvard and Saronville in Clay County.

Initially, the facility will consist of a 3-million-bushel building and two 1-million-bushel bunkers. The project, being referred to as “Project 614,” will be built to the south of the BNSF tracks with plans of being a shuttle train loading location in the future.

CPI recently received zoning approval from the Clay County Board of Supervisors. At this time CPI has several more steps to take before dirt work can begin. CPI anticipates construction starting late winter or early spring with the goal of being ready for fall harvest of 2023.

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Dangerously cold temps, snow expected this week

The National Weather Service in Hastings is expecting multiple weather concerns this week, including dangerous wind chills, snow, and strong winds that can cause hazardous travel conditions.

Snow is expected to start Wednesday and go into Thursday evening, with a potential of accumulating between two to five inches or more.

Blizzard conditions are a concern with this, as north-northwest wind gusts near 45 mph can blow snow across roads, causing hazards for drivers, reducing visibility.

Dangerously cold wind chill values of -30 to -45 degrees will be possible Wednesday night through Friday morning.

Frostbite can occur in these temperatures in as little as 10 to 30 minutes. Precautions will be needed to prevent frostbite and hypothermia if heading outdoors.

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Christmas visits count Dec. 11

Christmas visits count Dec. 11
Christmas visits count Dec. 11
Christmas visits count Dec. 11

Here, Michael Miller focuses on making a wreath during the Glenvil Fire and Rescue Holiday Breakfast and Santa visit. ASHLEY D. SWANSON | CLAY COUNTY NEWS

Dec. 11 was a popular day for Christmas events, as Glenvil, Edgar, Deweese, and Clay Center hosted their town Christmas celebrations at various points throughout the day. Above, motor toys and a go-cart decorated with lights drive around the square in Clay Center during the lighted parade. At the left, Hazel and Natalie Thompson smile while visiting Santa in Edgar.

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Oaths performed at Sutton Council

Oaths performed at Sutton Council

Larry T. Nuss, right, past president of the Sutton City Council, presents Todd Mau with a plaque Monday night, honoring Mau for his eight years of service to the City of Sutton as mayor, during Mau’s final meeting as Sutton’s mayor. TORY DUNCAN | CLAY COUNTY NEWS

Oaths performed at Sutton Council

Tim Anderson was sworn into office Monday night, becoming the City of Sutton’s new mayor. TORY DUNCAN | CLAY COUNTY NEWS

Change was the biggest part of the Dec. 12, Sutton City Council meeting. Now-former mayor Todd Mau was honored for his eight years of service as mayor to the City of Sutton, while Tim Anderson took his first oath of office, becoming the city’s new mayor.

Meanwhile, city councilman, Mike Newman, was sworn in for his second four-year term on the Sutton Council, while Sutton Police Chief Tracey Landenberger took the oath of office as the city’s police chief.

Following the oath of office ceremonies, Newman was then elected as the new council president, replacing Larry T. Nuss in that capacity.

Additionally, newly-elected councilman Wendell Griess rendered his resignation from the position, sharing in his letter to the council, “Due to life changes, I will no longer be able to fulfill my obligations as a city council member, therefore, I am giving my resignation as a city council member, effective immediately.”

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Ulmer chosen as Sutton’s December Staff Member of the Month

Ulmer chosen as Sutton’s December Staff Member of the Month

Ashley Ulmer works at Sutton Public School as the junior high/high school secretary and is most often the first person visitors see and talk to when they walk in.

When visitors walk into the junior high/high school side of Sutton Public School, Ashley Ulmer is most often the first person they see and talk to.

Having served as the high school secretary since 2011, Ulmer is well regarded within the walls of SPS, and her pleasant voice, big smile, and willingness to help out hasn’t gone unnoticed.

“She always has a positive attitude and those around her feel that as well,” a nominator stated about Ulmer. “We can use her as a role model in all of our interactions. With her diligence and work ethic, one can see the pride she has in her job and in the school. She is the best and a great person to work with!”

Ulmer was working at Cornerstone Bank when she decided she wanted to be involved in a school setting.

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Christmas events kick off in county

Christmas events kick off in county

Christmas lights were everywhere Monday night in Sutton for the annual Parade of Lights event. Here, parade goers watch as the final float moves down Saunders Ave, carrying Santa, Mrs. Claus and their elves to the Sutton Community Center so they can visit with kids.

Christmas events kick off in county
Christmas events kick off in county

Christmas events in the county began last weekend, starting off in Fairfield with the scouts annual Soup with Santa event Dec. 3. At the left, Nyah Jacks, Otis Doupnik, and Nyles Jacks take a photo with Santa. Above, Finn Jacobs sneaks a peek at Father Time while his parents browse some items during the Christmas at the Museum event in Clay Center Dec. 4.

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