Oakland-Craig Blasts Homer

October 22, 2015 Leave a comment


The Oakland-Craig Knights had no problem defeating Homer last Friday night, scoring 68 unanswered points.

“The guys really did a good job of coming out and taking care of business. We did a good job of staying focused and not playing sloppy,” stated OC Head Coach Joe Anderson. “I was very proud of our younger kids. They got to play more than two quarters and I thought they played very physical and really showed a lot of improvement.”

Tomorrow night, Oakland-Craig takes on Wisner-Pilger in Oakland. Be sure to cheer on the Knights to victory. Also, the members of the 1995 Oakland-Craig football team will be recognized at half-time!

Oakland-Craig easily dominated Homer in last Friday's football game. All photos credit of Cheri Droescher.

Oakland-Craig easily dominated Homer in last Friday’s football game. All photos credit of Cheri Droescher.

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Charlotte J. Rasmussen, 79, of Herman NE

October 22, 2015 Leave a comment


Charlotte Rasmussen

Charlotte Rasmussen

Charlotte J. Rasmussen, age 79 of Herman died October 20, 2015 at the Fremont Area Medical Center. Memorial services will be held Friday, October 23, 2015 at First United Methodist Church of Blair at 2:00 PM. Burial will follow the services in the Blair Cemetery.

Charlotte J. Rasmussen was born July 1, 1936 in Omaha, Nebraska the daughter of Elmer Dale and Nancy Alice (West) Grothe. She was raised on a farm between Herman and Tekamah, and attended Homestead District 12, a one room school house. She then went on to graduate from Herman High School in 1954. Following graduation Charlotte attended Wayne State Teachers College. She then began teaching at Spiker School for two years. On May 20th, 1956 she was united in marriage to Robert Rasmussen at First Lutheran Church of Blair. The couple made their home on the family homestead in the Spiker area. Charlotte was involved with the Avon Company as a sales representative for 45 years. She was the top seller in Nebraska for several years earning awards and trips all over the United States. Charlotte was known for her love of baking and enjoyed her family and friends to the fullest. Charlotte treated everyone that entered her home as family.

She is survived by her husband of 59 years Robert J. Rasmussen; children, Randall and wife Lark Rasmussen of Herman, Rick and wife Kim Rasmussen of Herman, Penny and husband Don Reifenrath of Wynot, Nebraska; 12 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren, and two brothers, Jim and wife Judy Grothe of Tekamah, and Chuck and wife Althea Grothe of O’Fallon, Missouri; several nieces and nephews and countless friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents and daughter-in-law Debra Rasmussen.

Memorials may be directed to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation: Omaha/Council Bluffs Chapter, and the Herman Rescue Squad.

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Hours at Oakland City Office Today and Tomorrow

October 22, 2015 Leave a comment


The City Office will be CLOSED today, Thursday Oct 22. and OPEN from 9:30 to Noon on Friday Oct 23 .
Normal hours will resume next week.

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Betty Lou (Hansen) Beckmann, 85, of Bancroft NE

October 22, 2015 Leave a comment


Betty Lou (Hansen) Beckmann, 85, of Bancroft, NE, passed away Tuesday, October 20, 2015 at Heritage of Bel Air in Norfolk, NE. Funeral services will be Saturday, October 24, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Bancroft, NE; Pastor Robert Schilling will be officiating. The visitation will be Friday, October 23, 2015 from 3:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Munderloh-Smith Funeral Home in Bancroft. Burial will be at Bancroft Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the family for future designation. Arrangements are under the direction of Munderloh-Smith Funeral Home in Bancroft, NE.

Betty was born December 17, 1929 to Henry and Louise (Fuchs) Hansen in Stanton, NE. On December 17, 1950, Betty married Lenard H. Beckmann at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Pender, NE. She was baptized March 14, 1951. The couple farmed outside of Bancroft for 42 years where they farmed and raised livestock. In 1992, they moved into Bancroft. Lenard died on April 11, 2001.

She was a member of the St. Paul’s Lutheran Church ladies aid and Bancroft Senior Center, where she loved playing cards, especially pitch. Betty loved her flowers, gardening, canning, and baking.

She is survived by her daughters, Sharon (Jeff) Knudtson of Fostoria, IA, Diane (Randy) Buhrman of Fremont, NE, Kaylene (Sterling) Grell of Ashland, NE; a son-in-law Herbert Hall, Jr. of Fremont, NE, brother, David (Delores) Hansen of Stanton, NE, sisters Alice Herbolsheimer of Stanton, NE and Evelyn Mathis of Fremont, NE; sisters-in-law, Orma Beckmann of Pender, NE, Lillie Gilster of Lyons, NE and Margaret Beckmann of Lake City, MN. She is also survived by ten grandchildren and six great grandchildren.

Betty was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Lenard and her daughter Shirley Hall.

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Reynard G. Brehmer, 82, of Lyons NE

October 22, 2015 Leave a comment


Reynard G. Brehmer, 82, of Lyons, Nebraska passed away Tuesday, October 20, 2015 at Oakland Heights in Oakland, NE. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, October 23, 2015 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Lyons, NE; with Father Paul Ortmeier as celebrant. Visitation will be Thursday, October 22, 2015 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church with a scripture wake starting at 7:00 p.m. Burial will be in Holy Cross Catholic Church Cemetery in Bancroft, NE. Memorial are suggested to the family for future designation. Arrangements are under the direction of Munderloh – Smith Funeral Home in Pender, NE.

Reynard was born February 22, 1933 in Bancroft, NE to John and Rose (Repschlaegher) Brehmer. He graduated from Bancroft High School in 1952. He married Bette Gatzemeyer on June 16, 1956 in Bancroft, NE. The couple had 9 children.

Reynard was a member of St. John’s Catholic Church in Pender and St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Lyons, NE, the VFW, an advisor at Logan Valley Manor, founder and president of Brehmer Manufacturing and owner of the Big Red Sled used at tractor pulls. He had a very creative mind, he designed and invented many things for the agriculture and farming industry. Reynard enjoyed camping and tending to his garden. Most of all, Reynard loved his family and spent as much time as possible with them.

He is survived by his wife, Bette Brehmer of Lyons, NE; sons, Joey (Tammy) Brehmer of Lyons, NE, Tim Brehmer of Papillion, NE, Jamie (Vicki) Brehmer of Lyons, NE, Ladd (Cyndy) Brehmer of Kingwood, TX, Chad (Julie) Brehmer of Lyons, NE; daughters, Jill (Steve) Smith of Pender, NE, Tami (Brian) Scollard of Ponca, NE, Teri (Kurt) Lehmkuhl of Valley, NE, Kim (Kirk) Slaughter of Pelham, AL; sister, Carol (Sam) Bruno of Thornton, CO, Judy Forks of Montgomery, AL, and sister-in-law, Jo Ann Brehmer of Wendell, MN, 20 grandchildren and five great grandchildren.

Reynard is preceded in death by his parents, infant sister, Harriet; sisters, Darlene Novak, Marion Anderson; brothers, Willis Brehmer and Johnny Brehmer.

Reynard Brehmer

Reynard Brehmer

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Reynard G. Brehmer, 82, of Lyons NE

October 21, 2015 Leave a comment


Reynard G. Brehmer, 82, of Lyons, Nebraska passed away Tuesday, October 20, 2015 at Oakland Heights in Oakland, NE. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, October 23, 2015 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Lyons, NE; with Father Paul Ortmeier as celebrant.

Visitation will be Thursday, October 22, 2015 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church with a scripture wake starting at 7:00 p.m. Burial will be in Holy Cross Catholic Church Cemetery in Bancroft, NE. Memorial are suggested to the family for future designation. Arrangements are under the direction of Munderloh – Smith Funeral Home in Pender, NE.

Reynard Brehmer

Reynard Brehmer

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Oakland City Office Closed

October 21, 2015 Leave a comment


The City Office will be CLOSED the afternoon of Wednesday October 21. Water payments may be placed in the drop box.

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City of Oakland Accepting Applications for Utilities Superintendent

October 21, 2015 Leave a comment


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The City of Oakland is accepting applications for a full-time Utilities Superintendent position to oversee the water and wastewater treatment plants. Successful applicant must possess or have ability to obtain a grade 3 water operator license from the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services and a grade 2 wastewater operator license from the Nebraska Department of Environmental Quality within 6 months of hire.
Primary duties include operating, maintaining and repairing of the City water treatment plant, storage reservoirs and distribution system, (including water meters) and operating, maintaining and repairing of the City’s wastewater treatment plant, life stations and collection system. Additional duties include but are not limited to sampling, testing and reporting as required by law, and supervision of all employees within the utilities department. Additional requirements necessary for the position are strong mathematic and biology skills, the ability to lift 100 pounds from ground to waist on occasion…

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It’s Fall in Nebraska

October 21, 2015 Leave a comment


By Governor Pete Ricketts

It’s fall in Nebraska.  The green of the grass and fields has begun to change into a multitude of colors.  Harvest is in full swing as our farmers reap the fruits of their labors.  The school year is well underway.  Fall in Nebraska also presents numerous opportunities to hunt and fish in the great outdoors.  From the Native Americans who roamed the prairies and the pioneers seeking a brighter future to present day sportsmen and sportswomen, our state’s abundant and diverse hunting and fishing opportunities have helped our state thrive and grow through the years.

 

Hunting and fishing have a major impact on our state, fueling the economies of both small and large communities.  Every year, thousands flock to every corner of our state to utilize public access lands, state-leased properties, or private property as they pursue the game of their choice.  During these trips, sportsmen invest in our communities as they stop for breakfast at a local cafe, purchase fuel for their truck, or pay for lodging along the way.  The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission estimates the annual economic impact of hunting in Nebraska at $848 million and the total yearly impact of hunting, fishing, wildlife viewing, and state parks at $2.4 billion.

 

For Nebraskans, access to great opportunities to hunt and fish are not just a matter of economic development – these activities are important to our individual quality of life.  They provide a way for us to enjoy our beautiful state with our friends, family, and loved ones.  As a hunter, I really enjoy pheasant season.  A couple years ago, I took my son Roscoe hunting for the first time.  It was an opportunity for me to pass along the tradition of hunting to the next generation while spending time with my son.  This year pheasant season opens October 31st, and I am looking forward to joining fellow Nebraskans as we continue the annual tradition of the Governor’s Pheasant Hunt in Beatrice in a couple weeks.

 

If you are not a seasoned hunter or have not picked up a fishing pole in a few years, there are still many opportunities that will allow you to enjoy the outdoors this fall.  The brand new Danish Alps Recreation Area near Hubbard in Northeast Nebraska is not only great for fishing, but it also offers camping facilities and is popular for wildlife viewing.  In the Panhandle, the Wildcat Hills State Recreation Area near Gering is building a family-friendly shooting complex which allows new hunters to develop shooting sports skills using either firearms or archery.

 

These are just a couple of examples of the many opportunities waiting for you to explore and enjoy.  I hope you take advantage of the great outdoor activities and traditions by visiting a state park with your family or hunting and fishing with friends.  To get started, you can find all the information you need about these opportunities and permits to participate in these activities at OutdoorNebraska.ne.gov.  As always, you are also welcome to contact my office with your questions at any time by writing pete.ricketts@nebraska.gov or calling 402-471-2244.

Governor Pete Ricketts

Governor Pete Ricketts

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Market Report

October 21, 2015 Leave a comment


Market close

Dec Corn +3’6 @ 3.76’6

Nov Beans +5’0 @ 8.96’0

 

My Blog this week can be found here

http://www.cvacoop.com/blog/its-too-busy-to-market/

Greg Mockenhaupt

ProEdge Risk Management Consultant

P: (402) 685-5613 | Greg.Mockenhaupt@cvacoop.com

1007 County Road O

Oakland, NE 68045

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