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Twin River fires teacher

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, September 30, 2026
GENOA — The Twin River Board of Education met Friday afternoon to fire a long-time teacher.The board unanimously voted to cancel the contract of Mitchel Tracy, who was a Spanish teach as well as the cross country coach.
NCJ file photo

NCJ file photo

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Timeline for selling Silver Creek school building revealed

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, September 23, 2026
GENOA — Twin River Schools is moving forward with plans to sell the old Silver Creek school building.Twin River Superintendent Brandi Bartels told the board of education at their meeting on Monday that the district has signed an agreement with Buss Realty and Auction.
NCJ photos by Rick Holtz

NCJ photos by Rick Holtz

First look inside

News Staff
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
Twin River’s hallways were abuzz Monday and Tuesday as the district held an open house both days, giving the public a chance to roam the halls of the new school building. Hundreds of people took advantage of the opportunity to check out the building ahead of school returning this week.
NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

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Twin River to sell Silver Creek building

Rick Holtz
Tuesday, August 18, 2026
GENOA — The Twin River Board of Education is looking to sell the former Silver Creek school building.The board unanimously approved moving forward to sell the building. Superintendent Brandi Bartels said this was just the first step in the process.

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Twin River hires new science teacher

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
GENOA — There will be a new face teaching science this year at Twin River.The Twin River Board of Education approved the hiring of Tucker Tejkl at their meeting last week.
The 1929 school building started coming down this week. NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

The 1929 school building started coming down this week. NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

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Twin River demolition begins early

Ncj Staff Report
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
GENOA — Phase 2 of the Twin River construction project kicked off on Monday with the beginning of the demolition of the 1929 building.The district announced the building was coming down a week earlier than originally anticipated.

Twin River Schools end of year achievements

Ncj Staff Report
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
Twin River recognized the following students for their academic achievements:Honor Roll with DistinctionGrade 12: Colton Blaser, Aubree Brandenburger, Landen Cauthon, Jacyln Everett, Tricia Kunkee, Ava Martinez, Madalyn Moeller, Carrah Reis, Colsten Rodriguez, Micah Stenzel, Alyvia Strain, Tayla...
NCJ photos by Rick Holtz

NCJ photos by Rick Holtz

Thanks for the Memories

News Staff
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
Twin River said goodbye to the Class of 2026 on Sunday. Commencement marks the end of one journey and the beginning of another. It was a chance for families and friends to see the graduates walk across the stage and receive their diplomas.
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Fullerton, Twin River students earn medals at Speech State

Ncj Staff Report
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
KEARNEY — Nance County was well-represented at the State Speech meet.On Saturday, Fullerton’s Everett Gleason and Lylla Sabata competed in the Class D Speech Competition. Sabata was the runner-up in Persuasive Speaking and finished fifth in Extemporaneous Speaking.