Arens thanked for service...
The Crofton Community Schools Board of Education held a appreciation event for Clair Arens as their last meeting on January 11, honoring Arens for his 20 years of service on the Crofton Board. Arens is pictured with his gifts from the board.
Crofton FFA qualifies teams, individuals for state
By: Stephanie Mann, Crofton FFA Advisor
The District 4 FFA District Leadership Development Events took place at Emerson-Hubbard High School on December 16 with some Crofton FFA members in attendance--with a number earning a State competition place. Pick up the latest edition of the Crofton Journal for the full story.
USDA opens CRP registration
From the USDA
Agricultural producers and private landowners interested in the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) can sign up for the popular program beginning Jan. 4, 2021 until Feb. 12, 2021. For more information on the CRP registration, pick up the latest edition of the Crofton Journal.
Lady Warriors split games at tourney
The Crofton Lady Warriors took to the court for another win on December 21, taking a 55-37 victory over West Point-Beemer. Pick up the latest edition of the Crofton Journal for the full story.
Picture: with lifted Directed Health Measures restrictions, the Crofton Warrior Band was allowed to finally regroup in person and play for the Crofton Warrior basketball games held on Tuesday, Jan. 5 against the visiting Ponca Indians.
Downed flags saved by two local boys, "the right thing" done
Wear and tear on the metal ring attached to the pulley which holds both the American flag and the Nebraska State flag in place was determined as the cause of these two flags falling to the ground sometime in October 2020. Pick up the latest edition of the Crofton Journal for the full story.
Input sought virtually for Gavins "Master Plan"
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Omaha District is updating and revising the Master Plan for this civil works project in 2020-2022. To read all about the "Master Plan" and how it will affect Gavins Point/Lewis and Clark Lake, pick up the latest edition of the Crofton Journal.
Those Crofton Warriors selected for the NSAA Academic All-State for the season included, front row (l tor ): Paris Walters (Girls Golf), Kiera Altwine (Cross Country), Cassie Altwine (Volleyball), Kelsey Schieffer (Cross Country), Allie Dahl (Volleyball); and back row: Connor Arens (Cross Country), Zach Weber (Football), Mayson Ostermeyer (Football) and Austin Guenther (Cross Country). Not pictured: Piper Dather (Girls Golf).
Lady Warriors 2-1 before break
The Crofton Lady Warriors hosted Humphrey St. Francis on December 28 when the teams returned to the court following the holiday break. For the full story, pick up the latest edition of the Crofton Journal.
Extension Office provides "make it" kits to youth
The Knox County Extension Office recently offered Holiday Take It and Make It Kits to 4-Hers in Knox County. To read all about the kits, pick up the latest edition of the Crofton Journal.
Committee to explore use of Native themed mascots
From the Omaha World-Herald
A state civil rights committee has scheduled a series of public meetings, beginning Monday, to explore whether Native American themed school mascots are appropriate or not. To find out when the meetings are scheduled for, including how to register, pick up the latest edition of the Crofton Journal.
City Council hires attorney, splits clerk, treasurer
The Crofton City Council met in special session on December 28 to consider the City Attorney position, and to clarify how the front office will be working following last month's decisions not to reappoint the former City Attorney, and the Mayor's suggestions for office help. To read all about the special meeting, pick up the latest edition of the Crofton Journal.
Warrior Student Council holds food drive
Every year, the Crofton High School Student Council and National Honor Society choose a group community service project. This year, due to the pandemic, members chose to round up 320 food items for the Knox County Food Pantry. They organized a competition to see which homeroom could bring the most nonperishable food items. Mr. Bossman's homeroom brought the most food and was rewarded with breakfast pizza on Tuesday, December 22.
Christmas lighting contest winners announced...
The Crofton Community Club's holiday decorating and lighting contest was judged recently, with the Joe Jannsen home named the in-town winner and the Lori Koch home named the out-of-town winner.
Band and Choir perform for Christmas...
A limited number of spectators were allowed for the high school Christmas concert on Monday, December 14. Still, the choir and band performed songs of the season under the direction of Kate Kleinschmit and Ashley Leader.
MST donate to elevator project
Main Street Treasures recently donated $5000 to Crofton’s Tucker Everton Brown Post 128 for their elevator project. Pictured are Mick Reifenrath (MST board co-president), Ed Kleinschmit (Post 128 commander) and Dale Riesberg (MST board member).
Weigand tree decorating contest under way
Sophia, Cecilia, Meredith and Elizabeth Wortmann decorate one of the spruce trees at the entrance to Weigand SRA with munchies for wildlife as part of the Holiday Tree Decorating Contest. Trees can be decorated by families or groups through January 3, with judging to take place on January 4.
St. Rose CCD donated diapers to drive...
St. Rose CCD students and families recently fulfilled a December service project as part of their faith formation. Donations of diapers for the Missouri Valley Pregnancy Resource Center in Yankton were collected through a Diaper Drive. The students co-oped with the Catholic Order of Foresters and the Feeding God’s Children campaign of service and giving. Each student was presented with a free t-shirt from the Foresters. Executive Director and Founder of Missouri Valley Pregnancy Resource Center, Rachel Jones accepted the donations from CCD teachers Jamie Miller, Chelsi Hames, and Foresters officer, Holly Wortmann.
Crofton Skaters take to the ice on Yankton rink
In recent years, there's been a contingent of young athletes from Crofton who lace up their skates several times a week and take over the indoor ice rink in Yankton for hockey and figure staking. One of those seasoned hockey players is high school senior Zach Weber. For the full story, pick up the latest edition of the Crofton Journal.
Warriors open with two tough losses
By: Nathanial Stevens, CCS Journalism
The Crofton boys' basketball team started their season with three games during the first two weeks of December. The full story can be in the Crofton Journal.
Center vestibule nears completion
Designed to prevent cold outside air from getting into the Senior Center, work on the vestibule is nearing completion. Framing work was done by Frank and Megan Marsh, drywall hanging, finishing and priming is being done by Kim Sawatzke, and painting will be done by manager Mary Sawatzke. An interior swinging door which is handicapped accessible will be installed by Doug DeShazer. The project is expected to be completed in the next 2-3 weeks. Thanks go out to all who donated money and labor.
Photo: Kim Sawatzke and Frank Marsh
