Make-A-Wish Nebraska grants wish for Gurley family

Make-A-Wish-Nebraska partnered with Backyard Playworld to grant a wish for a 3-year-old boy in Gurley last month.

October 15, 2026Updated: October 15, 2026

By Kristi Shields

Make-A-Wish Nebraska grants wish for Gurley family

Three-year-old Hughie Ascherl is playing on his brand new play set, courtesy of Make-A-Wish Nebraska.Photo courtesy of Sam and Jamie Ascherl.

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