Genoa sets June clean up days

GENOA — The city of Genoa has scheduled the city-wide cleanup day for June 15-16.Dumpsters will be available at the bus barn on Paper Street to allow residents to dispose of unwanted items. The designated time on Sunday, June 15 is noon to 7 p.m. and on Monday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

NSAA announces All-State awards

The Nebraska School Activities Association (NSAA) is pleased to announce the student recipients of the Winter 2024-2025 Nebraska Chiropractic Physicians Association (NCPA) Academic All-State Awards.

Lower Loup NRD accepting entries for 2025 Photo Contest

The Lower Loup Natural Resources District (LLNRD) is accepting entries for its 2025 Photo Contest. The intent of the contest is to inspire photographers of every level to visit LLNRD recreation areas and to explore the scenic district.

Community Builders to meet in Albion April 24

Community Builders announces the next town tour to be held in Albion on Thursday,April 24, 2025. The tour begins at 11 a.m. at Boone County Ag & Education Center at 2616 Fairgrounds Rd. Lunch will follow at noon at The J Sports Bar & Grill.

At Nebraska's Native American boarding school, search for child graves and closure continues

Carolyn Fiscus knows where her aunt, Mildred Lowe, spent her final days.She knows the 12-year-old Winnebago girl became gravely ill in the winter of 1930 at the Genoa U.S. Indian Industrial Boarding School. She knows Mildred died.She does not know where her aunt was buried.

Gov. Pillen and state agencies continue to monitor weather response

LINCOLN — A day of wild winter weather has resulted in school and event cancellations, snow-packed roads, blizzard conditions, power outages, downed trees and other challenges across the state.

Troopers respond to hundreds of weather-related roadway incidents

LINCOLN — Nebraska State Troopers were busy as blizzard conditions moved across much of the state. Troopers responded to approximately 500 weather-related incidents on Wednesday.

Rosno marks 25 years at Loup Power District

COLUMBUS — Chief Storekeeper Dave Rosno was recently recognized for 25 years of service to Loup Power District.As Chief Storekeeper, Rosno’s duties include purchasing and storing materials and stock for District projects across its multi-county service area.

Boone-Nance Cattlemen plan annual banquet

ALBION — Boone-Nance Cattlemen are planning their annual banquet for Saturday, April 5, at the Event Center at the Boone County Fairgrounds in Albion.A social hour will begin at 6 p.m. followed by the prime rib dinner at 6:30 p.m.