Fullerton

2026

2026

NCJ honored in newspaper contest

Ncj Staff Report
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
LINCOLN — The Nance County Journal was among the newspapers recognized Saturday night in the Nebraska Press Association’s Better Newspaper Contest.The contest awards capped a multi-day event where journalists from around the state of Nebraska gather to network and learn new tricks to the trade.
Mark Ulferts mans the grill last year to help feed 375 hungry people at the 5th annual Steak Feed put on by Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church. NCJ file photo

Mark Ulferts mans the grill last year to help feed 375 hungry people at the 5th annual Steak Feed put on by Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church. NCJ file photo

Steak dinner returns for 6th year

Ncj Staff Report
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
On Sunday, April 26, Mt Calvary Lutheran Church will be presenting its 6th annual steak dinner featuring a complete assortment of accompaniments to the community.The Nance County Event Center, located at the fairgrounds, will host the event.
The winning team at Trivia Night was the Fullerton Dental team, consisting of Dr. Melissa Schock (front left), Jessica Bridger, Jenny Bueno, Ruby Bueno, Dustin Schock (back left), Jarod Bridger, Les Sharman and Isaac Gleason. Photos provided

The winning team at Trivia Night was the Fullerton Dental team, consisting of Dr. Melissa Schock (front left), Jessica Bridger, Jenny Bueno, Ruby Bueno, Dustin Schock (back left), Jarod Bridger, Les Sharman and Isaac Gleason. Photos provided

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Ncj Staff Report
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
FULLERTON — Nine teams were on hand on Saturday to help the Chapter AG PEO raise money for scholarships.Teams competed in Trivia Night, completing 10 rounds of 10 questions.

Early primary voting begins

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
FULLERTON — Early voting has begun ahead of the May 12 primary election.Monday marked the first day that Nebraska residents could vote in person at their county courthouses.
Stop by the Chamber kickoff event and meet Miss Nebraska, Makinzie Gregory of Scottsbluff. Photo provided

Stop by the Chamber kickoff event and meet Miss Nebraska, Makinzie Gregory of Scottsbluff. Photo provided

Chamber kickoff is Saturday

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
FULLERTON — The Fullerton Area Chamber of Commerce is gearing-up for another big year.Residents are invited to the inaugural chamber kickoff event Saturday at the Eagles Club. Stop by from 4 to 7 p.m. to learn about the Chamber, enjoy a sloppy joe meal and visit with local vendors.
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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.

Water restrictions still in effect

Ncj Staff Report
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
FULLERTON — As the weather gets nicer, the city of Fullerton wants to remind residents that water restrictions are still in effect.“Just a reminder that watering restrictions are still in force this year,” April Sack, deputy clerk and ordinance official with the city of Fullerton, said.

Alda woman dies in Sunday accident

Ncj Staff Report
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
A 54-year-old Alda woman died on Sunday after her motorcycle struck a deer on Highway 22 north of Fullerton.Emergency responders were called to the scene at 6:30 p.m. on Sunday after a deer ran across the highway and struck the motorcycle that Penny Earl, 54, of Alda, was driving.
Congratulations to the students who participated in the Class DAll-State Band. Front Row from left: Aubrey Thies, Melinda Reimer, and Hailey Johnson. Back Row from right: Colton Harris, Elena Reimer, Lylla Sabata and PJ Sabata. Photo provided

Congratulations to the students who participated in the Class DAll-State Band. Front Row from left: Aubrey Thies, Melinda Reimer, and Hailey Johnson. Back Row from right: Colton Harris, Elena Reimer, Lylla Sabata and PJ Sabata. Photo provided

Class D All-State Band

News Staff
Wednesday, March 25, 2026
Congratulations to the students who participated in the Class D All-State Band. Front Row from left: Aubrey Thies, Melinda Reimer, and Hailey Johnson. Back Row from right: Colton Harris, Elena Reimer, Lylla Sabata and PJ Sabata.