Like many great McCook Bison teams, defense was the name of the Cowboys' game throughout their 14-0 MFL win over the Rams Wednesday evening. The Cowboys didn't waste any time erasing any memories of ...

The Commanders broke free for four touchdowns from 35 to 75 yards during a 33-13 opening MFL win over the Eagles Wednesday evening. Mack Bednar's 65-yard burst and ensuing PAT run made it 7-0 for ...

Eric T. "Smitty" Smith, 60, of McCook, Nebraska, passed away July 12, 2025, at the University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, Nebraska. He was born February 22, 1965, in Lyons, Kansas, the son of ...

Megan Leann Hinson, age 32, passed away on July 9, 2025, in El Cajon, CA. Born on May 13, 1993, Megan had a creative spirit and a wild heart that touched many lives. Her vibrant personality and sense ...

Last week, the City of McCook announced the temporary closure of Karrer Park, a long-standing free camping area on the city's east side, citing "public safety concerns" and visitor reports of ...

To say "There is a lot going on in McCook right now" is an understatement. Everywhere you look, there is construction equipment, dirt piles and supply trucks. Not to mention numerous porta-potties and ...

McCOOK, Neb. - Former McCook Public Schools teacher Sharon Bohling addressed the school board Monday night with concerns about the district's hiring of non-certified staff. A certified educator with ...

McCOOK, Neb. - Fire Chief Marc Harpham has concerns about Lithium-ion batteries and he thinks we should too. Lithium-ion batteries are used in many household items--from phones and tools to vacuums ...

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McCook First Central Bank Juniors start celebrating a B-6 area championship in Holdrege Tuesday as the scoreboard shows those final results. The boys take a 27-6 season record into Class B state at ...

Nebraska Athletics has finalized new contracts with head coaches of four programs coming off highly successful seasons. Director of Athletics Troy Dannen announced today that softball head coach ...

All eight teams are set for the Class B Juniors Legion state baseball tournament which includes B-6 area champion McCook First Central Bank. The eight-team, double-elimination tourney begins Saturday ...