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Collin Pickrel and “Chief”, a dog he trained, placed second in Nationals in 2021. NCJ photo by April Carr

Collin Pickrel and “Chief”, a dog he trained, placed second in Nationals in 2021. NCJ photo by April Carr

Local kennel to play host to national championship

FULLERTON — GoodLife Kennels in conjunction with The Kingdom Outfitters will be hosting the 60th Anniversary of the English Springer Spaniel Field Trial Association National Amateur Championship in Central Nebraska. In 2017 Collin Pickrel founded GoodLife Kennels.
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Thanksgiving costing more this year

FULLERTON — With Thanksgiving this week, those planning on hosting a festive gathering are no doubt eyeing grocery store prices to gauge how much their meal is going to cost this year. In the past year inflation has increased food prices by an average of 3.7%. That is on top of the 9.

Public Power District awards grants to help communities

Cornhusker Power Goodwill Fund trustees awarded $3,100 to 16 organizations at the November 6 meeting. Cornhusker Public Power District CEO/GM Clay Gibbs said, “These organizations are doing great things in the community, and we are very proud to be a part of it.
Chuck Bowman (seated left) and Monte Keith were presented with Quilts of Valor on Friday at Fullerton’s Veteran’s Day program. NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

Chuck Bowman (seated left) and Monte Keith were presented with Quilts of Valor on Friday at Fullerton’s Veteran’s Day program. NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

2 veterans receive Quilts of Valor

FULLERTON — On Friday, Fullerton Public Schools held their annual Veteran’s Day program. During the program, two Fullerton veterans, Monte Keith and Chuck Bowman, were recognized for their service to our country by receiving Quilts of Valor.
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Area juniors attend County Government Day

The junior classes from Fullerton and Twin River Schools were invited to participate in the Nance County Government Day held on Thursday. The day includes: • Steve Pritchard, Nance County Extension Specialist presents a power point message about county and state government and all things Nebraska.
Rainna Sierks channels her inner “Air Bud” in an attempt to impress the coach and players.NCJ photo byApril Carr

Rainna Sierks channels her inner “Air Bud” in an attempt to impress the coach and players.NCJ photo byApril Carr

ONE-ACT A ‘SLAM DUNK’

FULLERTON — If sports movies have taught us anything, it is that sometimes a player needs more than just talent to help their team.
Lylla Sabata, Morgan Supik, Makayla Robinson, Keila Dubas, and Jacie Maxfield were selected for the Doane Honor Band. Photo provided

Lylla Sabata, Morgan Supik, Makayla Robinson, Keila Dubas, and Jacie Maxfield were selected for the Doane Honor Band. Photo provided

Fullerton performs with best in state

CRETE — Five Fullerton Public School students were selected to participate in Doane University’s honor band. Freshman Lylla Sabata and juniors Morgan Supik, Makayla Robinson, Keila Dubas and Jaci Maxfield were all selected to perform in Doane University’s Fall Festival of Winds this past Saturday.
The Unlimited Look, located at 305 Broadway St., in Fullerton, would like to welcome Carly Fangman to our team! She will be available for all of your hair care needs and will be in the shop on Thursdays! Please call and make an appointment with Carly at 308-536-3218.

The Unlimited Look, located at 305 Broadway St., in Fullerton, would like to welcome Carly Fangman to our team! She will be available for all of your hair care needs and will be in the shop on Thursdays! Please call and make an appointment with Carly at 308-536-3218.

Carly Fangman joins Unlimited Look

Ron Delaney, Dennis McCoig and Butch Horacek stand by the eagle statue that previously was located in the lateTom Delaney’s yard. The statue was moved to the Fullerton Cemetery on Oct. 23. Photo provided by Ron Delaney

Ron Delaney, Dennis McCoig and Butch Horacek stand by the eagle statue that previously was located in the lateTom Delaney’s yard. The statue was moved to the Fullerton Cemetery on Oct. 23. Photo provided by Ron Delaney

A FITTING MEMORIAL

FULLERTON — Whether driving by the school, the dentist or going to or from downtown, 4th Street is arguably one of the busiest streets in Fullerton. For many years Fullerton residents couldn’t miss the two large eagle statues that stood on either side of house number 714’s garage door.