Making the best of the Spring-like weather, the Gothenburg and Cozad girls and boys track squads stood strong while competing at the Ed Moore Invitational held in Ogallala on Thursday morning and afternoon.

In Gothenburg, local businesses are the backbone of the community. They are run by real people living real lives and when one is acknowledged on a state-wide level it excites the business and its patrons. Deb’s Diner was one such occurrence when Deb Meridith, owner of Deb’s Dinner, was contacted by the State of Nebraska and informed that her little slice of paradise won the Coolest Diner in the State Award.

Franzen is a name that has become integrated into the Gothenburg community. From electoral offices to Franzen Incorporated, to being part of the Gothenburg Fire Department’s growth, the Franzen family has served the community for over 50 years. Brothers Lyle, Larry, and Dale Franzen were honored at a Banquet this last March for their 50 years of service to the fire department.

It was 44 years ago on Feb. 7 that Judith (Judy) Dangler went missing. During the following 11 months her family lived through a nightmare that no family should endure as it was eventually discovered she was one of two victims of Dennis Sell.

With all the chips pushed to the center of the table, it was a winner take all contest between the Lady Swedes and Lincoln Lutheran in the C1-3 District Basketball Championships held at Aurora on Friday. The Lady Swedes were able to prosper early as well as post a valiant comeback in the final minutes, but it wasn’t quite enough to overcome the deficit and Lincoln Lutheran escaped with a 31-23 victory over Gothenburg.

Using their depth and offensive firepower, the Lady Swede hoopsters were able to punch their ticket to the District Championships with their wins over Hershey and host Chase County on Tuesday and Thursday in Imperial.