WHS Class of 2020 receives diplomas The Wakefield High School Class of 2020 received diplomas in the high school gym Sunday, August 2, fulfilling a promise from high school principal, Matt Farup. “I made a promise to some students to not mail them their diploma, that somehow, someday I would hand it to them,” Farup said. “I wanted to keep my promise to... READ MORE >
A graduation ceremony was celebrated earlier this summer, but a promise made by Wakefield High School principal, Matt Farup, will result in a diploma presentation to each graduate on August 2 at 2:00 p.m. at the high school gym. Farup promised a group of students back in March their diplomas would be handed to them individually, they would not be mailed. In... READ MORE >
The second attempt at hosting the Wakefield Market was as successful as the first go around as 11 vendors and several stores welcomed customers from 4:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on July 21. The event was held on Main Street for the first time to allow for social distancing between the vendors who set up everything from corn, to iron work, to cosmetic items...the list... READ MORE >
An updated look for the Wakefield Republican website, www.wakefieldrepublican.com, was launched last week, bringing a new style and increased functionality to the paper’s online presence and adding a new feature, a distinct mobile app for use on all mobile devices. “It was past-due time for an upgrade,” said Publisher Brook D. Curtiss, “The Republican website had... READ MORE >
There is a rare sight to be seen in the northwestern skies of Nebraska, a comet just bright enough to be seen with the naked eye, a sight that hasn’t been seen since Comet Hale-Bopp in 1997. The comet called C/2020 F3 Neowise, so named because it was discovered by astronomers using the Wide-field Infrared Survey Explorer space telescope, and its extend mission... READ MORE >
The Workforce housing grant has come to fruition again in Wakefield with the completion and sale of another house at the South Main Street project. Foote Construction Co., LLC from Wakefield recently completed the house which was sold and will be occupied by Bill and Jennifer Trenhaile. “We tried to build an affordable house that will make a great home,” Lee Foote... READ MORE >
Emerson-Hubbard High School held graduation ceremonies on Sunday, June 21 in the high school gym at Emerson. A dozen graduates received diplomas during the ceremony.Commencement began with “Pomp and Circumstance” before Emerson-Hubbard School Board president, Cherie Conley welcomed the crowd. High school principal, Dustin Nielsen introduced the speakers on the... READ MORE >
Brad Haglund has been proposing and planning his Eagle project since the fall of 2019. On Sunday, June 21st, that plan finally came to fruition. His project was to straighten twelve headstones in the Wakefield cemetery. Last November Brad met with Sandy Otte about the possibility of doing a project at the cemetery and Otte said there are many headstones that... READ MORE >
Northeast Nebraska Public Health Department (NNPHD) received five positive case reports of confirmed COVID-19 within the health district today. Today’s patients are residents of Cedar (2), Dixon (2) and Thurston (1) Counties. They include 4 males, age range 20-64 years and 1 female in her 50’s. Public health investigations are in process, close contacts are being... READ MORE >
In an effort to prepare the community for a time when the Wakefield Food Bank will not as able to get out and get food that is very much needed, it has prepared Crisis Emergency Bags. To receive a bag, stop by and one up. No questions asked. “With the kids home from school all day, we realize that there may be a need there that used... READ MORE >
Michael Foods recognizes that this is a difficult time for many in our surrounding communities. Coronavirus has forced all of us including our Team Members and their families to make drastic changes to their daily routines. To help alleviate some of the burden, we would like to donate liquid egg, ... READ MORE >
When the high school basketball teams from two of your communities take the court against each other, it's the perfect time to have a little fun as well! Kevin from our Plainview location and Tyler from our Creighton location squared off at halftime of the Creighton vs. Plainview basketball game for a free throw shooting contest! Each of them shot free throws for... READ MORE >