Genoa

Twin River students heading to Nationals

GENOA — Two groups of Twin River students are heading for their national convention.The Twin River Board of Education approved plans for 10 FBLA students to travel to Anaheim, Calif., from June 29 to July 2 and for 15 FCCLA students to travel to Orlando, Fla., from July 5-9.

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.

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.
A monument to the students who attended the Genoa U.S. Indian Industrial School stands in Genoa, Neb. Photos by Rebecca S. Gratz for the Flatwater Free Press

A monument to the students who attended the Genoa U.S. Indian Industrial School stands in Genoa, Neb. Photos by Rebecca S. Gratz for the Flatwater Free Press

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.
Bartels

Bartels

Twin River hires next superintendent

GENOA — The Twin River Board of Education have hired the district’s next superintendent.The board met on Monday and approved a two-year contract with Brandi Bartels. Bartels, who will join the district in July, currently is the principal at Randolph High School.
Dave Rosno

Dave Rosno

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.