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Mayor vetoes street boring Council action
The City Council of Crofton received perhaps its first official “veto” in recent history this week, as Mayor Sharol Lawhead exercised her right as Mayor to block a vote made by the Council at the August 2 regular city council meeting.
The City Council had voted, with a 4-0 unanimous decision, to proceed with a contract for street boring to determine the quality and makeup of the material and underlay of each street in the city limits.
For more on this story, check out this week's edition of the Crofton Journal! E-editions are also available online at www.CroftonJournal.com.
Ponca tribe to host powwow this weekend
The Ponca Tribe of Nebraska’s 27th Annual Powwow will be Aug. 13-15 at the Ponca Community Grounds, located southwest of Niobrara.
The powwow is a celebration of the tribe’s culture, heritage and traditions, and will feature a variety of dancers, drum groups and vendors. Admission to all events is free, and the powwow is open to the public.
You can find more information about this powwow in a copy of this week's Crofton Journal. Don't forget you can get your news how you want it - whether it's a physical copy or an e-edition at www.CroftonJournal.com!
Seniors headed to State
The Crofton American Legion Seniors team took to the field as host of the 2021 C1 District tournament held in Crofton on Friday, July 23-and after four days of play, locked in a State berth. For the full story, pick up the latest edition of the Crofton Journal, available now.
St. Rose Church hosts Totus Tuus
This week, St. Rose of Lima Parish welcomed the Totus Tuus team of eight college students who led sessions to assist young Catholics in their journey of faith. To read all about their sessions, pick up the latest edition of the Crofton Journal.
Elevator project coming along with volunteer help
The elevator project at Crofton's Legion Hall is really "looking up...and down...and up...and down." To read all about the progress, pick up the latest edition of the Crofton Journal.
Crofton 10u competes at State Tournament in Hastings
The Crofton 10u softball team competed in the USA Softball of Nebraska Class D State Tournament on Saturday, July 17 in Hastings. Pick up the latest edition of the Crofton Journal to find out how the team did, available now.
Nebraska Endangered Missing Advisory - Zoey Kain
Issued On: Friday, July 30, 2021 at 12:52:55 PM
McCook Police Department is attempting to locate ZOEY KAIN, 14, white female, short dark hair with red highlights. ZOEY is approximately 5'6" and 180 pounds. Last seen at 2242 on July 28, 2021 in McCook. Last seen wearing a grey shirt with Gary Superfoods logo, blue jeans and Hey Dude Shoes. It is unknown who ZOEY is with or what type of vehicle she is in.
Contact 911 with any information about ZOEY KAIN.
Met Noem in Yankton...
Crofton Mayor Sharol Lawhead had the opportunity to meet with South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem at a fundraiser in Yankton. Lawhead said it was a campaign event, and she had the privilege of meeting Noem and her family and listening to her speak.
Dufek joins Knox County Sheriff
The Knox County Sheriff's Office welcomes Deputy Dan Dufek. To read all about Knox County's newest sheriff, pick up the latest edition of the Crofton Journal.
Wiebelhaus Recreation to celebrate 75th year in Crofton
This month Brian and Debbie Wiebelhaus will be celebrating 75 years of business in the Crofton Community and it's been "a family affair" right from the beginning. The full story can be found on the front page of the Crofton Journal, available now.
St. Joseph's in Constance celebrates 125th anniversary
The St. Joseph Annual Supper and Bazaar was more than returning from COVID restrictions; it was a celebration of 125 years as a Catholic Church in northeast Nebraska. Pick up the latest edition of the Crofton Journal to read the full story, available now.
Former Superintendent Duffy entertains class
Crofton's Class of 1961 was joined by their superintendent, Mr. Dan Duffy, for their reunion at the Pulley Museum on Friday, July 2. To read all about the reunion and the entertainment, pick up the latest edition of the Crofton Journal.
Dame Race hits stride for 4th year
Runners, bikers, and kayakers are in their last weeks of training for Crofton's Dam Race, set for July 31, 2021. To read the full story, pick up the latest edition of the Crofton Journal.
Garden of the month...
Crofton Community Club selected the vegetable garden of Rolly and Maxine Kollars, 206 E. Harold Street as the Gard of the Month for July.
Researchers find kissing bugs in Nebraska, warn of health risks
By Hanna Christensen, Nebraska News Service
Nebraska researchers found kissing bugs in Richardson County last summer, and want residents to be aware of the health risks they pose. To learn more about kissing bugs, pick up the latest edition of the Crofton Journal.
Arens, Wortmann win National History Award
Rylie Arens and Sophi Wortmann, students at St. Rose of Lima School, recently competed in the National History Day Contest, held virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic, June 13-19. Pick up the latest edition of the Crofton Journal to read the full story.
Steffens going extra mile with custom kayak for this year's race
With Crofton's Dam Race approaching on July 31, local participants Jeff and Jolene Steffen are putting the finishing touches on their wooden kayak in preparation for the triathlon. For the full story, pick up the latest edition of the Crofton Journal.
Parts of Knox County in "Extreme Drought"
According to the U.S. Drought Monitor, which is updated each Thursday, conditions for Nebraska were 68.9 percent Abnormally dry; 21.4 percent Moderate drought; 0.9 percent extreme drought, and 0 percent in Exceptional drought. The full story can be found in the latest edition of the Crofton Journal, available now.
Animal Habitat Exploration held for Clover Kids
Twenty-one Knox County Clover Kids participated in the Animal Habitat Exploration Camp on June 29th. Pick up the latest edition of the Crofton Journal to find out more about the workshop.
