DeBlauws gather for reunion
More than 100 descendants of Gerrit and Anna DeBlauw gathered at the Crofton City Auditorium to reconnect, and in many cases, meet for the first time. To read all about the reunion, pick up the latest edition of the Crofton Journal.
It was the viewing of the 1960’s movie “Woodlawn” which inspired Gil and Laurie Larsen of Bloomfield to initiate activity in the area to overcome hatred which may be present and bring Christ back into the hearts of individuals.
That activity has taken the form of monthly concerts at The Barn at God’s Country near Center, which began on Wednesday, June 30 and are expected to extend through November 2021. The full story can be found in this week's edition of the Crofton Journal.
Large animal showmanship clinic had good turnout
Submitted Article, Knox County Extension
With the Knox County Fair approaching, Knox County 4-H'ers have been working hard to get certified to show their animals. For the full story, pick up the latest edition of the Crofton Journal.
State public speaking contest results announced
Submitted Article
4-H summer events are off to a great start! The Knox County competitors qualified by receiving a purple ribbon at the Knox County Public Speaking Contest held earlier this year. To find out who competed, pick up the latest edition of the Crofton Journal.
Glad Tidings to celebrate 65th
Camp Director Gil Kimmons is excited about sharing the rich history of Camp Glad Tidings as he prepares to celebrate its 65th year on July 10th. Pick up the latest edition of the Crofton Journal for the full story.
Juniors bracket shown...
The Crofton Juniors Legion team is scheduled to begin the tournament on July 9 at 7:00 p.m. with a game against Hartington. To see the Ponies bracket, pick up the latest edition of the Crofton Journal.
Ed Kleinschmit and Bob Haberer of American Legion Post 128 accept a check of $100 to use toward their elevator project. The money was given to the Crofton Rescue Squad by Modern Woodmen and the squad voted to direct the funds to the legion’s project.
Crofton Rescue Squad holds EMT class...
The Crofton Rescue Squad hosted a class on Monday, June 21 with the help of some area youngsters. Emergency personnel from Crofton, Bloomfield and Creighton reviewed skills with pediatric patients in a mass casualty incident under the direction of instructor Adele Anderson.
The Crofton 18-and-under girls softball team will be hosting and playing in an 18U girls tournament in Crofton this Sunday, June 27 at the Crofton Volunteer Fields. Those on the Crofton team include, bottom row (l to r): Ellie Tramp, Brittney Tramp, Annabelle Poppe, Pamela Dennis, Leila Barta, Summer Guenther, Jenna Wiebelhaus; and back row: Coach Tony Guenther, Lauren Buschkamp, Rebecca Leader, Brianna Berger, Jenna Jackson, Caitlyn Guenther, Emily Guenther, Kaylee Mauch, Cameryn Fiscus, Rori Schmidt, Megan Tramp, and Coach Lonnie Tramp.
A 8-and-under girls softball tournament was held in Crofton this past weekend, and the Crofton team took second-place overall. The top three were Wausa, first-place; Crofton, second; and Osmond, third-place. Those Crofton teammates participating were, front row (l to r): Joey Schurman, Summer Haberman, Alli Johnson, Paige Nohr, Cassidy Mauch, Harlow Filips; and back row: Hadley Becker, Zoey Wieseler, Chesney Foxhoven, Kenzie Wieseler, Ava Pautler, Layla Foxhoven and Coaches: Erin Foxhoven, Wendy Wieseler, and Mike Mauch.
There will be a Crofton 10-and-under girls softball tournament held in Crofton this weekend, Saturday, June 26. The bracket for the opening games is shown nearby. Games will start at 9 a.m. with teams from Crofton, Laurel, Verdigre, Wynot, Hartington and Randolph participating.
Tea party well attended...
Schieffer part of All-Star Band
Karley Schieffer, daughter of Duane and Ginger Schieffer of Fordyce, was among 182 high school students from across Nebraska who participated in the 26th Annual Masonic All-Star Marching Band. For the full story, pick up the latest edition of the Crofton Journal.
Steffen, Dennis win essay contest
From St. Rose
The seventh-grade students of St. Rose of Lima Parish were asked to write a 300-500 word essay on this year's theme. Steffen was the winner of the St. Rose CCD scholarship and Dennis was the winner of the St. Rose of Lima School scholarship. To found out what this year's topic was, pick up the latest edition of the Crofton Journal.
UNL Extension hosts Clover Kids
From the UNL Extension Office
To kick off 4-H summer activities, the Knox County Extension hosted their annual Clover Kid Camp. To read all about the camp, pick up the latest edition of the Crofton Journal.
Crofton Congregation has affiliation and new pastor
Crofton's United Church of Christ has returned to its roots and will be known as the Crofton Congregational Church and will welcome its new pastor, Christina Driver. Pick up the latest edition of the Crofton Journal to read the full story.
Last Knox County Union veteran honored
The Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War, Department of Nebraska and Dakotas visited the area over the last few weeks to do some special presentations of a "Last Soldier Ceremony" to honor the last Union soldier in each of Nebraska's 93 counties. The full story can be found in the latest edition of the Crofton Journal, available now.
Crofton pool opens...
With the afternoon temperature reaching 95 degrees, the opening of the Crofton Pool was a big relief on Tuesday, June 15. Pick up the latest edition of the Crofton Journal to find out the pool's hours.
Tramp on Bryan College listing
Elyssa Tramp was notified mid-May that she had earned a place on the President’s List for exemplary academic performance during the spring 2021 semester at Bryan College of Health Sciences.
President’s List recognition is awarded to students who were enrolled in 12 or more credit hours and earned a grade point average of 4.00 or higher for the semester.
Thermometer on Farmers & Merchants State Bank told the story of hot weather on Friday afternoon, June 4.
From the Memorial Day weekend and through this weekend, temperatures were easily in the upper 80s and 90s.
