Leonard A. Gutzmann, 93, of Emerson NE


Leonard A. Gutzmann, 93, of Emerson, NE, passed away Sunday, January 10, 2016 at Careage Campus of Care in Wayne, NE. Funeral services will be Wednesday, January 13, 2016 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Emerson; Pastor Gretchen Ritola will be officiating. The visitation will be Tuesday, January 12, 2016 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Emerson with a Prayer and Masonic Service beginning at 7:00 p.m. Burial will be in Rose Hill Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the family for future designation. Arrangements are under the direction of Munderloh-Smith Funeral Home in Emerson, NE.

Leonard was born September 21, 1922 to William and Ruby (Rogers) Gutzmann in Hornick, IA. In 1944 he graduated from Emerson High School. Leonard married Donna Lou Jackson on June 3, 1950 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Emerson, NE; to this union, four children were born. The couple farmed near Emerson until 1992. Leonard has been a long time member of the Masonic Lodge. He loved to travel, fish, and spend time with his family.

He is survived by his sons, Daniel Gutzmann of Emerson, NE, Joe (Diane) Guzmann of Emerson, NE; daughter, Diane Ruzicka of Emerson, NE; sisters, Violet Albrecht of Emerson, NE, Bonnie Daum of Hornick, IA; eight grandchildren, and seven great grandchildren.

Leonard is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Donna Lou; daughter, Patsy Lou; brothers, William, Leslie, and Lewis; son-in-law, Marvin Ruzicka, Jr.; and daughter-in-law, Johnene Gutzmann.

Leonard Gutzmann

Leonard Gutzmann

Leonard A. Gutzmann, 93, of Emerson NE


Leonard A. Gutzmann, 93, of Emerson, NE, passed away Sunday, January 10, 2016 at Careage Campus of Care in Wayne, NE.

Funeral services are pending with Munderloh-Smith Funeral Home in Emerson, NE.

Sundogs Are a Sight to Behold


Sundogs, in all their glory, also are a signal of cold weather. And, are very accurate this weekend! Photos credit of Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

Sundogs, in all their glory, also are a signal of cold weather. And, are very accurate this weekend! Photos credit of Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

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A Wet and Heavy Snow Hangs on Trees


The Oakland area received a reminder that winter is still here! A few inches of wet, heavy snow greeted everyone Friday morning, leaving a coating, not only on yards but also on trees. Photo Credit/Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

The Oakland area received a reminder that winter is still here! A few inches of wet, heavy snow greeted everyone Friday morning, leaving a coating, not only on yards but also on trees. Photo Credit/Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

Craig-Alder Grove Parish Closed


Craig-Alder Grove Parish will be closed tomorrow, Sun. Jan. 10th.

Happenings at Oakland Heights


Oakland Heights News by Nancy Silvey

We would like to wish a special Happy Birthday to Dorothy Larson she turned 104 on Wednesday January 6th. Next week on Tuesday January 12th at 2:30 pm is Nancy Silvey’s 10 year Employee Anniversary Party. On Thursday January 14th Charlie Davis will come and play the Harmonica at 2:30 pm. On Saturday January 16th the Rusty Buckets will be here to perform at 2:30 pm.

Church Service for Sunday January 10th at 2:30 pm will be given by the First Lutheran Church with a luncheon served afterwards. On Tuesday January 12th is Catholic Mass at 9:30 am by Father Paul.

Activities for the week of January 11th to January 16th   are as followed, Reading with Marilyn, Manicures, Reminiscing Group , Sing a Long, Bingo the w/Evang. Free, Coffee and Conversation, Bible Fellowship, Let’s Play Ball, Crafty Cooking, Friday Bingo, Saturday morning video, and Lawrence Walk.

Volunteers signing in last week were; Marilyn Baker, Judy Nelson, Betty Hanna, Donna Baldwin, Sly Rouse, and Seth Anderson.

 

 

 

Wind Chill Advisory


MONONA-HARRISON-SHELBY-KNOX-CEDAR-THURSTON-ANTELOPE-PIERCE-WAYNE-
MADISON-STANTON-CUMING-BURT-
INCLUDING THE CITIES OF...ONAWA...MAPLETON...MISSOURI VALLEY...

WOODBINE...LOGAN...DUNLAP...HARLAN...CREIGHTON...BLOOMFIELD...

CROFTON...WAUSA...VERDIGRE...NIOBRARA...HARTINGTON...LAUREL...

RANDOLPH...COLERIDGE...PENDER...MACY...WALTHILL...WINNEBAGO...

NELIGH...ELGIN...PIERCE...PLAINVIEW...OSMOND...WAYNE...NORFOLK...

STANTON...WEST POINT...WISNER...TEKAMAH...OAKLAND...LYONS...

DECATUR
350 AM CST SAT JAN 9 2016

...WIND CHILL ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO 9 AM
CST SUNDAY...

THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN OMAHA/VALLEY HAS ISSUED A WIND
CHILL ADVISORY...WHICH IS IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO
9 AM CST SUNDAY. 

* WIND CHILL VALUES...MAINLY FROM 18 BELOW TO 25 BELOW ZERO. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A WIND CHILL ADVISORY MEANS THAT VERY COLD AIR AND BRISK WINDS
WILL COMBINE TO GENERATE LOW WIND CHILLS. THIS WILL RESULT IN
FROST BITE AND LEAD TO HYPOTHERMIA IF PRECAUTIONS ARE NOT TAKEN.

IF YOU MUST VENTURE OUTDOORS...MAKE SURE YOU WEAR A HAT AND
GLOVES.

Oakland City Crew Hard at Work, Clearing Snow off the Streets


Oakland's city crew was out cleaning the streets of Oakland very early this morning. The snow began falling late yesterday and continued throughout the night. It is a very we and heavy snow, but thanks to the city crew, the roads are cleared. All photos credit of Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

Oakland’s city crew was out cleaning the streets of Oakland very early this morning. The snow began falling late yesterday and continued throughout the night. It is a very we and heavy snow, but thanks to the city crew, the roads are cleared. All photos credit of Denise Gilliland, Editor and Chief, Kat Country Hub.

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Golden Oaks Closed


The Golden Oaks Senior Center in Oakland NE is closed today due to the inclement weather. 

Beast Feast in Oakland January 16th


“I promise this will be a meal you will never forget,” Kim Helzer says of the Beast Feast to be held in Oakland.

“The Beast Feast is at the city auditorium on Sat., Jan. 16th from 5:00-7:30 p.m.,” Kim stated.

If you enjoy dining on game feed, this is the place for you. “On the menu is alligator, bacon wrapped elk, bacon wrapped deer, barbecued beaver, pheasant, fish, deer sausage, goose sticks, duck with kraut and dumplings, leg of lamb, potato sausage, pork specialty hot dogs, dala dogs and mountain oysters,” Kim shared.

Side dishes will consist of scalloped corn, cole slaw, baked beans and rolls. Cold beverages will also be sold.

“Most items on the menu have been donated,” Kim said.

There are other items on the menu if game feed isn’t what you prefer. “There will be pork for sandwiches and potato sausage, among other things,” Kim stated.

The Oakland Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring the event. Assisting Kim Helzer is Sue Beckner and Sandy Frahm. “Arlington game feed members, Mike Lowe, Ronnie (Bub) Johnson and Keith Marovec,” Kim stated.

“This is the main fundraiser for the Oakland Chamber of Commerce to gather funds to sponsor Oakland’s 150th celebration in 2018,” Kim said.

Tickets are available for $25 donation from Oakland Chamber of Commerce members or contact Kim Helzer at 402-380-8500.

“We need the support of the people to make this a success, so please purchase a ticket,” Kim stated.