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The residents at Valley View Assisted Living celebrated St. Patrick’s Day in style on Tuesday. In addition to a little live entertainment, complete with Irish songs and a few jokes, the residents were greeted by a happy (and hoppy) leprechaun. The residents had the chance to try a few special dishes and even sample a selection of green beverages. NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

The residents at Valley View Assisted Living celebrated St. Patrick’s Day in style on Tuesday. In addition to a little live entertainment, complete with Irish songs and a few jokes, the residents were greeted by a happy (and hoppy) leprechaun. The residents had the chance to try a few special dishes and even sample a selection of green beverages. NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

Valley View residents celebrate St. Patrick’s Day

The residents at Valley View Assisted Living celebrated St. Patrick’s Day in style on Tuesday. In addition to a little live entertainment, complete with Irish songs and a few jokes, the residents were greeted by a happy (and hoppy) leprechaun.

Open houses scheduled for nitrate management

The Lower Loup NRD is hosting a series of Nitrate Management Information Open House events.Two meetings are scheduled for later this month. The first is Monday, March 23 in St. Edward from 4-7 p.m. at the community building, located at 206 N. 5th St.

Make sure you stay in game & get screened for colon cancer

LINCOLN — During the month of March, the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services encourages Nebraska residents age 45 and older to get screened for colon cancer. Both men and women over the age of 45 are at increased risk, and regular preventive health screenings save lives.
Lylla Sabata was named a Nebraska Young Artist Award winner. NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

Lylla Sabata was named a Nebraska Young Artist Award winner. NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

Fullerton junior named a Nebraska Young Artist Award winner

LINCOLN — The University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s Hixson-Lied College of Fine and Performing Arts has announced the winners of the 29th annual Nebraska Young Artist Awards.

Strong chamber important to community

Editor’s Note: The following article was provided by the Fullerton Area Chamber of Commerce.In many small towns, the Chamber of Commerce plays a quiet but powerful role in keeping the community thriving.
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Kohl wins band director award

FULLERTON — Fullerton band director Colton Kohl was named the recipient of the NSBA’s Jack Snider Outstanding Young Band Director Award.
8th and Broadway dance captains Tori Decker and Terrick Gonsior accept the show choir’s second place trophy. Photo provided

8th and Broadway dance captains Tori Decker and Terrick Gonsior accept the show choir’s second place trophy. Photo provided

Show choir takes 2nd at ‘Clash of the Titans’

COUNCIL BLUFFS, Iowa — Fullerton’s show choir — 8th and Broadway — received second place in the 1A division at Lewis Central’s Clash of the Titans over the weekend in Council Bluffs, Iowa.

Loup Power District renews memberships

COLUMBUS — Loup Power District renewed its membership in Community Clubs and Chambers of Commerce in towns throughout its service area.Checks totaling $34,736 were presented to communities in Boone, Colfax, Nance, Platte, and Madison counties.