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Fullerton man dies in 3-way crash

MERRICK COUNTY — A Fullerton man died following an early Saturday morning threevehicle crash in rural Merrick County.Merrick County Sheriff John R. Westman said that Daniel R. Zegers, 64, of Fullerton, died because of his injuries at the scene.
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Flamingos returning to Fullerton

FULLERTON —A rowdy flamboyance of flamingos is making a return to Fullerton.Much like last October, flamingos will begin popping up overnight around Fullerton. And if you want them to move on to another unsuspecting yard, residents can call a Fullerton student.
NCJ photo by Laura Sabata

NCJ photo by Laura Sabata

WARRIOR ROYALTY

Fullerton will crown a new homecoming king and queen this weekend. The Coronation and Dance will take place Saturday, Oct. 3 in the old gym with doors opening at 7:30 p.m. Coronation will take place at 8 p.m. and is open to the public.

Fullerton OKs sheriff contract

FULLERTON — The Fullerton City Council approved the new contract with the Nance County Sheriff’s Office at their meeting last week, but not without some discussion.Councilman Bryan Dubas questioned by the city even needed a contract with the sheriff.“We are in the county,” he said.Fullerton Mayor...

Fullerton man arrested for theft

FULLERTON — The Nance County Sheriff’s Office arrested a Fullerton man for something that dates back 3 years.Shawn Kreizel, 43, of Fullerton, was arrested Friday and is charged with abuse of a vulnerable adult (Class IIIA Felony) and three counts of theft – unlawful taking $5000 or more (Class IIA...
NCJ photos by Rick Holtz

NCJ photos by Rick Holtz

FUN FALL FESTIVAL

Fullerton was the place to be on Saturday for the annual Fall Festival. There was plenty to do for the entire family. Rain may have canceled some of the evening’s festivities, but judging from the crowds that flocked to Broadway, the annual event was a complete success.
Katie and Schuyler Sharp are being honored by Civic Nebraska with the 2026 Founder’s Award. Photo provided

Katie and Schuyler Sharp are being honored by Civic Nebraska with the 2026 Founder’s Award. Photo provided

2026 Founder’s Award, Strengthening Democracy: Katie and Schuyler Sharp

Civic Nebraska honors Katie and Schuyler Sharp with the 2026 Founder’s Award for turning a critical community need into sustainable institutions that strengthen families and support the future of Fullerton.In a small community, access to child care affects far more than a family’s daily schedule.
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Custer talk coming to library

FULLERTON — The impact of the Great Plains on George Armstrong Custer – and the general’s impact on the Great Plains – is the topic of Nebraska author/historian Jeff Barnes at the Fullerton Public Library on Monday, September 21, at 6 p.m. The talk is sponsored by Humanities Nebraska.“George Custer...
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AWARD WINNING BAND

The Fullerton Marching Band was in action Saturday morning in York for the Yorkfest Parade. They sounded great (as always) and the judges agreed. The Warriors won Class C and were the overall band winner in the parade today. There were 12 bands from central Nebraska at the parade.