KBRB Radio- Ainsworth, Nebraska

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HELP WANTED:

* Help Wanted: Full time medication aide position is available at Cottonwood Villa in Ainsworth. Medication Aide training is provided on site. For more information see or call Ann Fiala at Cottonwood Villa, phone 402-387-1000.

* Help Wanted: Come make a difference in the elder community and be a part of a growing facility! The Sandhills Care Center Nursing Home in Ainsworth is looking for part time and full time RNs, LPNs and CNAs. Negotiable starting wage, pay differentials and a developing benefit package is available. For a full job description, for more information or to submit your resume, please contact Stephanie Rucker by calling 402-387-1294 OR email admin@sandhillscarecenter.com.

* Help Wanted: The Sandhills Care Center Nursing Home in Ainsworth is seeking Dietary Cooks and Dietary Aides to join their team. At the Sandhills Care Center they seek to enhance the quality of life by providing high quality service in a cheerful, timely manner. If you enjoy cooking – providing nourishing food to their residents is a rewarding position. Stop in today at the Sandhills Care Center to pick up an application or go to www.sandhillscarecenter.com to fill one today! For a full job description or for more information Now is the perfect time to come be a part of a growing facility.

* Help Wanted: Take your career to the next level…as a Director of Nursing at the Sandhills Care Center Nursing Home in Ainsworth. Are you the type of nurse who provides exceptional care to your patients and finds yourself capable of helping other staff learn and improve their skills and customer service? THIS is a great opportunity to move up in your leadership development. Salary is negotiable and a developing benefit package is available. For a full job description and qualifications or to submit your resume, please contact Stephanie Rucker by calling 402-387-1294 OR email admin@sandhillscarecenter.com. Come make a difference in the elder community and be a part of a growing facility!

* Help Wanted: Come make a difference in the elder community and be a part of a growing facility! The Sandhills Care Center Nursing Home is looking for a qualified MDS/Care Plan Coordinator/Infection Control Nurse to join their team. Negotiable starting wage, pay differentials and a developing benefit package is available. For a detailed job description or for more information please contact Amanda Tucker by calling 402-387-1294. You’re welcome to fill out an application online by going to www.sandhillscarecenter.com.

WORK WANTED:

FOR SALE:

* Homes for sale in Ainsworth. The larger home is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom located at 134 North Elm Street. The house has been completely remodeled except for one of the bathrooms. Granite counter tops, handicap accessible. No basement. Owner will install central air. It has an oversized 2 car garage/shop as well as a 12’x14’ garden shed. Asking $120,000. The smaller home is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom home located at 128 North Elm Street. It has a detached single car garage/shop. Asking $37,500. For more information on either of these homes that are conveniently located in Ainsworth or for an appointment to view please call 806-567-4344.

* Fencing Supplies for sale: Schumacher Brothers Fencing has a large inventory of supplies for sale for your “Do It Yourself” fencing projects. Posts – multiple chemical treatments and a variety of sizes; as well as red brand wire, continuous rail fencing, even pneumatic and impulse staple guns guaranteed to speed up any project. Also – if you’re looking for fence work this year of any kind or even if you have a project you’d like done in the future, make sure to call Schumacher Brothers Fencing TODAY. Their schedule fills up fast so NOW is not too early! Call Joe 760-1489 or Dan 402-760-0836. Do it yourself OR bring the pro’s to you – for all your fencing needs call on Schumacher Brothers Fencing.

FOR RENT:

* Pasture for rent: 9 miles south west of Springview on Niobrara river breaks. Live water and good grass. Room for 65 pair plus bulls at $350 per pair. Call 402-336-3049 anytime between9 and 5 or leave a message if after hours.

* The Bassett Housing Authority provides affordable, safe housing to qualifying families and individuals. They offer spacious family units as well as 1 bedroom apartments all furnished with stove, refrigerator, washer and dryer. Utilities paid, snow removal, lawn care and maintenance included. Income guidelines do apply. To be put on the list as units become available or for more information call The Bassett Housing Authority at 402-684-3329. Their party room is available to the public for rent, very reasonable at just $15. So if you need a convenient venue to hold a meeting or a party call The Bassett Housing Authority to reserve the date for their party room. Again that number is 684-3329. Deb is in the office Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. If no answer, please leave a message and she will get back to you.

WANTED:

* Looking for a shop area in Ainsworth. Also looking for a place to board two horses. Please call 402-376-8009.

* Looking for local talent volunteers: The Activities Department at the Sandhills Care Center is looking for entertainment for Friday afternoons. This could include but is not limited to one-man bands, groups that play instruments, singers, piano players, etc. Any volunteers that would be willing to provide entertainment to the residents. If you or someone know may be interested, please call Macey at 402-387-1294. As always – if you have a special talent, are a member of an organization or would just like to spend some time volunteering please contact Macey in activities to get something set up!

* Inviting all youth ages 8 and up to the “Six Easy Bites” workshops on Wednesday, May 24 in Springview from 1 until 3 p.m. at the Keya Paha Grade School. On Thursday, May 25 from 9 until 11 a.m. in Bassett at the Lutheran Church and then from 1 until 3 p.m. in Ainsworth at the Evangelical Free church. Cost is only $5 per participant. Adults are welcome to stay with their kiddos to assist and see what they are learning. Register by calling BKR Extension Service at 402-387-2213.

* Red Carpet Service Training offered Free of Charge by the North Central Development Center. On Wednesday, May 24 – come enjoy this fun, practical, research based session tailor made for staff and management of local attractions, convenience stores, service stations, restaurants, retail shops, lodging and more. The training will be held at the ESU Training Center 1292 East 4th Street in Ainsworth. The Benefits of this training will increase understanding of contributions travelers and tourists make to the local economy, revenue appreciation for the important role of front line employees, improves customer service skills, increase knowledge of local attractions and hidden treasures. So let’s roll out our community’s hospitality and bring in those tourism dollars! To register for this FREE training, call 402-387-2740 or email debbieb@threervier.net.

* Don’t miss this Thursdays Benefit Buffet at the Pizza Hut! Dakota Stutzman, a sixth grader from Ainsworth Community Schools earned first place at the State National History Day contest in Lincoln on April 8. Her junior individual performance titled “Natalia Makarova: one dancers’s stand for Artistic Freedom” advancing her to the National contest June 11 – 15 at College Park, Maryland. Dakota will be having a benefit buffet fundraiser at the Ainsworth Pizza Hut, serving from 5 until 8 p.m. this Thursday, May 25. Come enjoy a great meal and show your support for Dakota Stutzman as she travels to College Park to give her presentation.

* Calling all musicians and music fans to come jam with Kenastons! The 49th Annual Country Music and Fiddler’s Jamboree is coming up this Friday, May 26 in Springview. An afternoon jam session will be held at the activity Center, the 49th Annual Jamboree begins at 7 p.m. in the Elementary multipurpose room.

Admission is by donation, proceeds will benefit the Keya Paha County Historical Society. Music memorabilia from the Kenaston Family will be presented to the Historical Society this year in preparation for the 50th Annual Jamboree. Saturday night - special guests will be playing with the Kenastons at Carlock and on Sunday the Bob and Arvilla Kenaston memorial jam, dance and potluck will be held at Wewela Hall beginning at 2 p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend all events. If you have questions you can contact Vanessa at 402-497-2421 or Sharon at 402-936-0638.

* If you love the roar of thunder and that feeling of excitement in the air – be in Ainsworth Memorial Weekend for the 9th Annual Truck and Antique Tractor Pull – Saturday, May 27 Ainsworth bids welcome to the Heartland Pullers – we’re their 1st stop on their Hwy. 20 tour so spectators be ready for ground shaking excitement, as their drivers are chomping at the bit to bring you 7 divisions of great pulling action beginning at 2 p.m. – admission is just $10, kids 12 and under are free! For more info call Greg at 308-279-0232. Then come back Sunday for Antiques, V8s, Stock and Modified plus gas pickups, open classes and jackpot classes with added money! Registration starts at 8 a.m., pull time at 11 a.m. On Sunday a potluck dinner will be served. Pull will be held just north of Ainsworth on Old Hwy. 7. All pullers and all spectators welcome. If you need more information call Bruce at (402) 760-1324.

* The Nebraska Cattlemen Bassett Affiliate Informational Meeting: Introduction to Hedging with Livestock Futures and Options will be held on Tuesday, May 30 at 6 p.m. at the Zion Lutheran Church Fellowship Hall, 318 East 4th Street in Ainsworth. Speakers include Wilbur Juett with Commodity Solutions and Jeff Stolle with Nebraska Cattlemen Market Reporting Service. Everyone is welcome to attend, Nebraska Cattlemen Membership is NOT required! So plan on coming and bring a friend. Meal will be provided so please RSVP to Julie Rau Ruhter by calling 402-387-1518.

* Camp Witness near Long Pine is what summer fun is made of! They have an amazing line up of summer camps for all ages. Including God's little lambs day camp. Go to www.campwitness.org to choose your adventure or call 402-273-4352 for a camp schedule and brochure. Early registration deadline for both day camps and overnight camps is quickly approaching so pre-register by May 5 and save! Catch the excitement of summer camp at Camp Witness.

* Exhibitors and Vendors...you can be a part of North Central Nebraska's Largest ranch oriented trade and craft show - the Sandhills Ranch Expo June 14 and 15 in Bassett, Nebraska! No matter what you well - the Sandhills Ranch Expo is a great opportunity for anyone. Visit www.sandhillsranchexpo.com or call 402-684-2320.

* Reconnect with your classmates and share some of your AHS memories. Get your tickets today for for the Ainsworth Alumni Banquet, it’s just around the corner, Saturday night, June 24. The banquet will be held at 6:30 p.m. – this year they’ll be featuring a delicious Roast Beef Dinner prepared by the Ainsworth Lion’s Club. Tickets are just $20 now through June 20 and will increase to $25 through the banquet. Tickets are available now at KBRB Radio station and are also available by mail. Send self addressed stamped envelope with your pmt to the Ainsworth Alumni Association PO Box 144. Orders must be received by June 19. Tickets will not be available at the door. Get connected with your fellow bulldogs – don’t miss this year’s Ainsworth Alumni Banquet. For more information contact the Class of ’92 – Cody Goochey 402-760-1719 or Jennifer Erthum at 402-760-2072.

* Friday night entertainment alumni weekend – Johnstown is where it’s at so start making plans now! The Brown County Ag Society is excited to present “Mike Walker” – this guy is proof that there’s nothing more entertaining than a gifted impersonator. All your favorite artists in one sensational performer. Mike Walker will be performing at the Brown County Community Hall in Johnstown Friday night, June 23. Doors open at 8:30 p.m. Walker takes the stage at 9 p.m. The event is open to the public – Alumni groups are welcome. Stay tuned for more details to come.

* Start your success today with Northeast Community College. Whatever your academic or career goals – they’re here to help. Learn about all the great classes Northeast Community College has to offer – Classes that fit your budget, your schedule and your future. Visit www.northeast.edu.

PERENNIALS FOR PLEASURE. A well-designed perennial garden can provide many years of beauty and enjoyment. Careful selection of plant materials and thoughtful planning can result in a full season of color. Learn the basics of perennial gardening in this two hour workshop! Mon., 7-9 pm at ESU #17. Inst. Michka. $20

CONTAINER GARDENING. Learn about how to plant containers to make them look STUNNING!! See new varieties that do well, how to plant for sun, shade, partial shade and what combos work well together. Tue., 7-9 pm at Rock County High School Business Room. Inst. Michka. $20

GENERAL CHEMISTRY. Study of general principles including atomic structure, nomenclature, reactions, and compounds. Lab is required. Mon., Tues., Wed., Thurs., Fri., 8:30-10:30 am at Stuart High School. Instr. Headley. 5 cr. $547.50.

BASIC NURSE AIDE. This course is designed to meet the Nebraska Health and Human Services System training requirements for nurse aide certification and employment in long-term care facilities. This course combines classroom lecture and laboratory application for the development of basic skills needed to provide safe, effective, and caring services to the elderly or chronically ill patient of any age, in a long-term care facility. Upon completion of this course, the student is eligible to take the state written and practical skills exam. After successfully passing this examination and completing the application procedure, the students name will be placed on the basic nurse aide registry at the Nebraska Health and Human Services Regulation and Licensure, Credentialing Division. The book is located in the campus bookstore, 402-844-7140. CLASS CANNOT BE REGISTERED ONLINE; Students must call 402-844-7265 to register. An additional $45 fee will be required if student chooses to register to take the Certified Nursing Assistant exam at the end of the course. This $45 fee will be required at the time of the non-credit exam registration. Class meets on the following days May 25, 26, 30, 31, June 1, 5, 7, 12, 14, 20, 21, 26, 28. 7 am-1 pm at the ESU #17. Instr. Linse. 3 cr. $328.50

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KBRB CLASSIFIEDS Weekday Mornings: 8:50 a.m. on KBRB AM 1400 and FM 92.7 Note: all phone numbers are Area Code 402 unless otherwise listed Please note: We do charge for items on Classifieds. Personal items are one announcement for $5, three for $10 or five for $15. Business rates also apply for items listed during Classifieds. Items broadcast are then posted on this Web site at no extra charge. HELP WANTED: * Help Wanted: Ainsworth Flowers and Gifts is looking to fill a full time position. Hours would be 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at least 5 days per week. Some weekends may be included. Looking for a self motivated individual with great customer service skills, computer knowledge helpful! Also looking for some part time help - would be great positions for high school students with a driver's license preferred. Stop in at Ainsworth Flowers and Gifts to apply or call Becky at 402-387-1555. * Plains Equipment Group is accepting applications for parts sales representatives in Ainsworth. In this position, you will sell, receive and deliver parts and accessories to customers. Candidates must have excellent customer service skills and preferably one year of experience in a parts department. Applications can be completed online at www.plainseg.com. Plains Equipment Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. * Help Wanted: Come make a difference in the elder community and be a part of a growing facility! The Sandhills Care Center Nursing Home in Ainsworth is looking for part time and full time RNs, LPNs and CNAs. Negotiable starting wage, pay differentials and a developing benefit package is available. For a full job description, for more information or to submit your resume, please contact Stephanie Rucker by calling 402-387-1294 OR email admin@sandhillscarecenter.com. WORK WANTED: * FOR SALE: * For Sale: a 2012 Sundowner Horizon 6906 RS horse trailer with living quarters. Aluminum, Gooseneck, 3 horse slant, excellent condition. Heat/AC, awning, retractable screen door, TV w/DVD, Am/fm/cd with indoor and outdoor speakers, refrigerator, microwave, sink, cook top, booth table that turns into a couch/bed, bathroom with shower plus an extra 45 gallon tank for shower water, walk through door from bathroom to horse area, rubber floor mats, collapsible rear tack with 3 tier swing out saddle rack, stud divider on first stall, escape door, ramp, hay mount, generator, enclosed battery box, 2 LP tanks, no disappointments. Gone through by Seidel and Sons at the beginning of this season so it’s ready to go. Asking $29,500. For more information, pictures or to make an appointment to view please call or text Angie Vonheeder at 402-376-4534. * Property For Sale by owner: 26.5 acres two story home, outbuildings, excellent tree shelter, meadow ground, great location – 6 miles west of Ainsworth and ¼ mile South of ½ 20. Just south of the golf course. For more information please call 402-382-8175. Serious inquiries only please. * Homes for sale in Ainsworth. The larger home is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom located at 134 N. Elm St. The house has been completely remodeled except for one of the bathrooms. Granite counter tops, handicap accessible. No basement. It has an oversized 2 car garage/shop as well as a 12’x14’ garden shed. Asking $115,000. The smaller home is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom home located at 128 N. Elm St. It has a detached single car garage/shop. Great rental property, price has been lowered to $32,500. For more information on either of these homes that are conveniently located in Ainsworth or for an appointment to view please call 806-567-4344. FOR RENT: * The Bassett Housing Authority provides affordable, safe housing to qualifying families and individuals. They offer spacious family units as well as 1 bedroom apartments all furnished with stove, refrigerator, washer and dryer. Utilities paid, snow removal, lawn care and maintenance included. Income guidelines do apply. To be put on the list as units become available or for more information call The Bassett Housing Authority at 402-684-3329. Their party room is available to the public for rent, very reasonable at just $15. So if you need a convenient venue to hold a meeting or a party call The Bassett Housing Authority to reserve the date for their party room. Again that number is 684-3329. Deb is in the office Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. If no answer, please leave a message and she will get back to you. WANTED: * GARAGE SALES & AUCTIONS: * MISC: * Looking for local talent volunteers: The Activities Department at the Sandhills Care Center is looking for entertainment for Friday afternoons. This could include but is not limited to one-man bands, groups that play instruments, singers, piano players, etc. Any volunteers that would be willing to provide entertainment to the residents. If you or someone know may be interested, please call Macey at 402-387-1294. As always – if you have a special talent, are a member of an organization or would just like to spend some time volunteering please contact Macey in activities to get something set up! * Free summer lunch program offered at Ainsworth Community Schools. The summer food services program will be serving lunch at the Ainsworth Community Schools cafeteria from 11:30 until 12 noon Mondays through Fridays from June 12 – 30 and July 10 – 28. The meal is FREE to any child age 1 – 18. All children are welcome, they do NOT have to be Ainsworth Community School students. Adults are welcome; adult price is $4. Please have exact change. To view a menu, please visit www.ainsworthschools.org and click “Cafeteria menus” on the right hand side of the screen. If you have any questions or comments contact Dedra Stoner at Ainsworth Community Schools by calling 402-387-2333. * Everyone is welcome to the 15th Annual Music Jam and Festival this Friday, June 30 and Saturday, July 1 at the Carson Ranch, 84811 Dobro Lane in Goose Creek Valley. Music throughout both days – if you’re a beginner this is a great place to learn. Pull up a lawn chair and listen, or join in one of the many jam sessions. There’s many other fun activities including fishing, water fights, volleyball, dancing, or just relaxing and enjoying the beautiful scenery. Lodging is available near the ranch or camp! Tents and campers welcome. 110 rv hookups available. Pot luck dining and drinking. Grills available. Everyone welcome. If you have questions call 308-834-3284 and ask for Dan or Shirley. * The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new landscapes but in having new eyes. The 16th Annual Sandhills Discovery Experience “The Sandhills: Water, Sand and Grass” is July 12 through the 14 so Save the Date and Start making plans now! Registration forms are available online at sandhills discovery dot org. The conference will be held July 14 at the Ainsworth High School A great line up of presenters, exhibitors, vendors, breakout sessions, a quilt show, even a continental breakfast and catered lunch are all included in the full day registration fee! Informative Pre conference tours and fossil digs will be held July 12 and 13. Go to www.sandhillsdiscovery.org for all the details and to get registered. Register by July 1 and save! The sense of discovery never fades – so come on the journey -The Sandhills Discovery Experience. * Ranch Rodeo Teams wanted: Entries are OPEN now for the Cherry County Fair’s annual Ranch Rodeo coming up on August 13. Entries are $200 per team and is limited to 20 teams – so the first 20 teams to pay are in so get your Ranch Rodeo team signed up today. To get entered contact Clinton Assarson by calling 402-322-1316. LOST & FOUND: * TO GIVE AWAY: * NEW ARRIVAL: * CARD SHOWER: * An 85^th birthday open house for Donna Keim is scheduled from 2 until 4 p.m. Friday, June 23, in Cottonwood Villa. Stop by and help Donna celebrate her birthday. * A 90^th birthday open house for Ruth Smith will be held from 2 until 4 p.m. Sunday, June 25, in Cottonwood Villa. Everyone is welcome to come help Ruth celebrate her 90^th birthday. * Start your success today with Northeast Community College. Whatever your academic or career goals – they’re here to help. Learn about all the great classes Northeast Community College has to offer – Classes that fit your budget, your schedule and your future. Visit www.northeast.edu. NON-CREDIT CLASSES PERENNIALS FOR PLEASURE. A well-designed perennial garden can provide many years of beauty and enjoyment. Careful selection of plant materials and thoughtful planning can result in a full season of color. Learn the basics of perennial gardening in this two hour workshop! Mon., 7-9 pm at ESU #17. Inst. Michka. $20 May 22 (HORT5100/17S) CRN#70605 CONTAINER GARDENING. Learn about how to plant containers to make them look STUNNING!! See new varieties that do well, how to plant for sun, shade, partial shade and what combos work well together. Tue., 7-9 pm at Rock County High School Business Room. Inst. Michka. $20 May 16 (HORT5100/17S) CRN#70604 CREDIT CLASSES GENERAL CHEMISTRY. Study of general principles including atomic structure, nomenclature, reactions, and compounds. Lab is required. Mon., Tues., Wed., Thurs., Fri., 8:30-10:30 am at Stuart High School. Instr. Headley. 5 cr. $547.50. May 15-June 30 (CHEM1140/17S) CRN#30458 BASIC NURSE AIDE. This course is designed to meet the Nebraska Health and Human Services System training requirements for nurse aide certification and employment in long-term care facilities. This course combines classroom lecture and laboratory application for the development of basic skills needed to provide safe, effective, and caring services to the elderly or chronically ill patient of any age, in a long-term care facility. Upon completion of this course, the student is eligible to take the state written and practical skills exam. After successfully passing this examination and completing the application procedure, the students name will be placed on the basic nurse aide registry at the Nebraska Health and Human Services Regulation and Licensure, Credentialing Division. The book is located in the campus bookstore, 402-844-7140. CLASS CANNOT BE REGISTERED ONLINE; Students must call 402-844-7265 to register. An additional $45 fee will be required if student chooses to register to take the Certified Nursing Assistant exam at the end of the course. This $45 fee will be required at the time of the non-credit exam registration. Class meets on the following days May 25, 26, 30, 31, June 1, 5, 7, 12, 14, 20, 21, 26, 28. 7 am-1 pm at the ESU #17. Instr. Linse. 3 cr. $328.50 May 25-June 28 (NURA1110/17S) CRN#30465	************************************* *************************************
KBRB CLASSIFIEDS Weekday Mornings: 8:50 a.m. on KBRB AM 1400 and FM 92.7 Note: all phone numbers are Area Code 402 unless otherwise listed Please note: We do charge for items on Classifieds. Personal items are one announcement for $5, three for $10 or five for $15. Business rates also apply for items listed during Classifieds. Items broadcast are then posted on this Web site at no extra charge. HELP WANTED: * Help Wanted: Full time medication aide position is available at Cottonwood Villa in Ainsworth. Medication Aide training is provided on site. For more information see or call Ann Fiala at Cottonwood Villa, phone 402-387-1000. * Help Wanted: Come make a difference in the elder community and be a part of a growing facility! The Sandhills Care Center Nursing Home in Ainsworth is looking for part time and full time RNs, LPNs and CNAs. Negotiable starting wage, pay differentials and a developing benefit package is available. For a full job description, for more information or to submit your resume, please contact Stephanie Rucker by calling 402-387-1294 OR email admin@sandhillscarecenter.com. * Help Wanted: The Sandhills Care Center Nursing Home in Ainsworth is seeking Dietary Cooks and Dietary Aides to join their team. At the Sandhills Care Center they seek to enhance the quality of life by providing high quality service in a cheerful, timely manner. If you enjoy cooking – providing nourishing food to their residents is a rewarding position. Stop in today at the Sandhills Care Center to pick up an application or go to www.sandhillscarecenter.com to fill one today! For a full job description or for more information Now is the perfect time to come be a part of a growing facility. * Help Wanted: Take your career to the next level…as a Director of Nursing at the Sandhills Care Center Nursing Home in Ainsworth. Are you the type of nurse who provides exceptional care to your patients and finds yourself capable of helping other staff learn and improve their skills and customer service? THIS is a great opportunity to move up in your leadership development. Salary is negotiable and a developing benefit package is available. For a full job description and qualifications or to submit your resume, please contact Stephanie Rucker by calling 402-387-1294 OR email admin@sandhillscarecenter.com. Come make a difference in the elder community and be a part of a growing facility! * Help Wanted: Come make a difference in the elder community and be a part of a growing facility! The Sandhills Care Center Nursing Home is looking for a qualified MDS/Care Plan Coordinator/Infection Control Nurse to join their team. Negotiable starting wage, pay differentials and a developing benefit package is available. For a detailed job description or for more information please contact Amanda Tucker by calling 402-387-1294. You’re welcome to fill out an application online by going to www.sandhillscarecenter.com. WORK WANTED: * FOR SALE: * Homes for sale in Ainsworth. The larger home is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom located at 134 North Elm Street. The house has been completely remodeled except for one of the bathrooms. Granite counter tops, handicap accessible. No basement. Owner will install central air. It has an oversized 2 car garage/shop as well as a 12’x14’ garden shed. Asking $120,000. The smaller home is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom home located at 128 North Elm Street. It has a detached single car garage/shop. Asking $37,500. For more information on either of these homes that are conveniently located in Ainsworth or for an appointment to view please call 806-567-4344. * Fencing Supplies for sale: Schumacher Brothers Fencing has a large inventory of supplies for sale for your “Do It Yourself” fencing projects. Posts – multiple chemical treatments and a variety of sizes; as well as red brand wire, continuous rail fencing, even pneumatic and impulse staple guns guaranteed to speed up any project. Also – if you’re looking for fence work this year of any kind or even if you have a project you’d like done in the future, make sure to call Schumacher Brothers Fencing TODAY. Their schedule fills up fast so NOW is not too early! Call Joe 760-1489 or Dan 402-760-0836. Do it yourself OR bring the pro’s to you – for all your fencing needs call on Schumacher Brothers Fencing. FOR RENT: * Pasture for rent: 9 miles south west of Springview on Niobrara river breaks. Live water and good grass. Room for 65 pair plus bulls at $350 per pair. Call 402-336-3049 anytime between9 and 5 or leave a message if after hours. * The Bassett Housing Authority provides affordable, safe housing to qualifying families and individuals. They offer spacious family units as well as 1 bedroom apartments all furnished with stove, refrigerator, washer and dryer. Utilities paid, snow removal, lawn care and maintenance included. Income guidelines do apply. To be put on the list as units become available or for more information call The Bassett Housing Authority at 402-684-3329. Their party room is available to the public for rent, very reasonable at just $15. So if you need a convenient venue to hold a meeting or a party call The Bassett Housing Authority to reserve the date for their party room. Again that number is 684-3329. Deb is in the office Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. If no answer, please leave a message and she will get back to you. WANTED: * Looking for a shop area in Ainsworth. Also looking for a place to board two horses. Please call 402-376-8009. GARAGE SALES & AUCTIONS: * MISC: * Looking for local talent volunteers: The Activities Department at the Sandhills Care Center is looking for entertainment for Friday afternoons. This could include but is not limited to one-man bands, groups that play instruments, singers, piano players, etc. Any volunteers that would be willing to provide entertainment to the residents. If you or someone know may be interested, please call Macey at 402-387-1294. As always – if you have a special talent, are a member of an organization or would just like to spend some time volunteering please contact Macey in activities to get something set up! * Inviting all youth ages 8 and up to the “Six Easy Bites” workshops on Wednesday, May 24 in Springview from 1 until 3 p.m. at the Keya Paha Grade School. On Thursday, May 25 from 9 until 11 a.m. in Bassett at the Lutheran Church and then from 1 until 3 p.m. in Ainsworth at the Evangelical Free church. Cost is only $5 per participant. Adults are welcome to stay with their kiddos to assist and see what they are learning. Register by calling BKR Extension Service at 402-387-2213. * Red Carpet Service Training offered Free of Charge by the North Central Development Center. On Wednesday, May 24 – come enjoy this fun, practical, research based session tailor made for staff and management of local attractions, convenience stores, service stations, restaurants, retail shops, lodging and more. The training will be held at the ESU Training Center 1292 East 4th Street in Ainsworth. The Benefits of this training will increase understanding of contributions travelers and tourists make to the local economy, revenue appreciation for the important role of front line employees, improves customer service skills, increase knowledge of local attractions and hidden treasures. So let’s roll out our community’s hospitality and bring in those tourism dollars! To register for this FREE training, call 402-387-2740 or email debbieb@threervier.net. * Don’t miss this Thursdays Benefit Buffet at the Pizza Hut! Dakota Stutzman, a sixth grader from Ainsworth Community Schools earned first place at the State National History Day contest in Lincoln on April 8. Her junior individual performance titled “Natalia Makarova: one dancers’s stand for Artistic Freedom” advancing her to the National contest June 11 – 15 at College Park, Maryland. Dakota will be having a benefit buffet fundraiser at the Ainsworth Pizza Hut, serving from 5 until 8 p.m. this Thursday, May 25. Come enjoy a great meal and show your support for Dakota Stutzman as she travels to College Park to give her presentation. * Calling all musicians and music fans to come jam with Kenastons! The 49th Annual Country Music and Fiddler’s Jamboree is coming up this Friday, May 26 in Springview. An afternoon jam session will be held at the activity Center, the 49th Annual Jamboree begins at 7 p.m. in the Elementary multipurpose room. Admission is by donation, proceeds will benefit the Keya Paha County Historical Society. Music memorabilia from the Kenaston Family will be presented to the Historical Society this year in preparation for the 50th Annual Jamboree. Saturday night - special guests will be playing with the Kenastons at Carlock and on Sunday the Bob and Arvilla Kenaston memorial jam, dance and potluck will be held at Wewela Hall beginning at 2 p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend all events. If you have questions you can contact Vanessa at 402-497-2421 or Sharon at 402-936-0638. * If you love the roar of thunder and that feeling of excitement in the air – be in Ainsworth Memorial Weekend for the 9th Annual Truck and Antique Tractor Pull – Saturday, May 27 Ainsworth bids welcome to the Heartland Pullers – we’re their 1st stop on their Hwy. 20 tour so spectators be ready for ground shaking excitement, as their drivers are chomping at the bit to bring you 7 divisions of great pulling action beginning at 2 p.m. – admission is just $10, kids 12 and under are free! For more info call Greg at 308-279-0232. Then come back Sunday for Antiques, V8s, Stock and Modified plus gas pickups, open classes and jackpot classes with added money! Registration starts at 8 a.m., pull time at 11 a.m. On Sunday a potluck dinner will be served. Pull will be held just north of Ainsworth on Old Hwy. 7. All pullers and all spectators welcome. If you need more information call Bruce at (402) 760-1324. * The Nebraska Cattlemen Bassett Affiliate Informational Meeting: Introduction to Hedging with Livestock Futures and Options will be held on Tuesday, May 30 at 6 p.m. at the Zion Lutheran Church Fellowship Hall, 318 East 4th Street in Ainsworth. Speakers include Wilbur Juett with Commodity Solutions and Jeff Stolle with Nebraska Cattlemen Market Reporting Service. Everyone is welcome to attend, Nebraska Cattlemen Membership is NOT required! So plan on coming and bring a friend. Meal will be provided so please RSVP to Julie Rau Ruhter by calling 402-387-1518. * Camp Witness near Long Pine is what summer fun is made of! They have an amazing line up of summer camps for all ages. Including God's little lambs day camp. Go to www.campwitness.org to choose your adventure or call 402-273-4352 for a camp schedule and brochure. Early registration deadline for both day camps and overnight camps is quickly approaching so pre-register by May 5 and save! Catch the excitement of summer camp at Camp Witness. * Exhibitors and Vendors...you can be a part of North Central Nebraska's Largest ranch oriented trade and craft show - the Sandhills Ranch Expo June 14 and 15 in Bassett, Nebraska! No matter what you well - the Sandhills Ranch Expo is a great opportunity for anyone. Visit www.sandhillsranchexpo.com or call 402-684-2320. * Reconnect with your classmates and share some of your AHS memories. Get your tickets today for for the Ainsworth Alumni Banquet, it’s just around the corner, Saturday night, June 24. The banquet will be held at 6:30 p.m. – this year they’ll be featuring a delicious Roast Beef Dinner prepared by the Ainsworth Lion’s Club. Tickets are just $20 now through June 20 and will increase to $25 through the banquet. Tickets are available now at KBRB Radio station and are also available by mail. Send self addressed stamped envelope with your pmt to the Ainsworth Alumni Association PO Box 144. Orders must be received by June 19. Tickets will not be available at the door. Get connected with your fellow bulldogs – don’t miss this year’s Ainsworth Alumni Banquet. For more information contact the Class of ’92 – Cody Goochey 402-760-1719 or Jennifer Erthum at 402-760-2072. * Friday night entertainment alumni weekend – Johnstown is where it’s at so start making plans now! The Brown County Ag Society is excited to present “Mike Walker” – this guy is proof that there’s nothing more entertaining than a gifted impersonator. All your favorite artists in one sensational performer. Mike Walker will be performing at the Brown County Community Hall in Johnstown Friday night, June 23. Doors open at 8:30 p.m. Walker takes the stage at 9 p.m. The event is open to the public – Alumni groups are welcome. Stay tuned for more details to come. LOST & FOUND: * TO GIVE AWAY: * NEW ARRIVAL: * CARD SHOWER: * * Start your success today with Northeast Community College. Whatever your academic or career goals – they’re here to help. Learn about all the great classes Northeast Community College has to offer – Classes that fit your budget, your schedule and your future. Visit www.northeast.edu. NON-CREDIT CLASSES PERENNIALS FOR PLEASURE. A well-designed perennial garden can provide many years of beauty and enjoyment. Careful selection of plant materials and thoughtful planning can result in a full season of color. Learn the basics of perennial gardening in this two hour workshop! Mon., 7-9 pm at ESU #17. Inst. Michka. $20 May 22 (HORT5100/17S) CRN#70605 CONTAINER GARDENING. Learn about how to plant containers to make them look STUNNING!! See new varieties that do well, how to plant for sun, shade, partial shade and what combos work well together. Tue., 7-9 pm at Rock County High School Business Room. Inst. Michka. $20 May 16 (HORT5100/17S) CRN#70604 CREDIT CLASSES GENERAL CHEMISTRY. Study of general principles including atomic structure, nomenclature, reactions, and compounds. Lab is required. Mon., Tues., Wed., Thurs., Fri., 8:30-10:30 am at Stuart High School. Instr. Headley. 5 cr. $547.50. May 15-June 30 (CHEM1140/17S) CRN#30458 BASIC NURSE AIDE. This course is designed to meet the Nebraska Health and Human Services System training requirements for nurse aide certification and employment in long-term care facilities. This course combines classroom lecture and laboratory application for the development of basic skills needed to provide safe, effective, and caring services to the elderly or chronically ill patient of any age, in a long-term care facility. Upon completion of this course, the student is eligible to take the state written and practical skills exam. After successfully passing this examination and completing the application procedure, the students name will be placed on the basic nurse aide registry at the Nebraska Health and Human Services Regulation and Licensure, Credentialing Division. The book is located in the campus bookstore, 402-844-7140. CLASS CANNOT BE REGISTERED ONLINE; Students must call 402-844-7265 to register. An additional $45 fee will be required if student chooses to register to take the Certified Nursing Assistant exam at the end of the course. This $45 fee will be required at the time of the non-credit exam registration. Class meets on the following days May 25, 26, 30, 31, June 1, 5, 7, 12, 14, 20, 21, 26, 28. 7 am-1 pm at the ESU #17. Instr. Linse. 3 cr. $328.50 May 25-June 28 (NURA1110/17S) CRN#30465	************************************* *************************************