Wedding: Bakkar, Knopik wed in France

In an intimate civil ceremony on Nov. 4, 2023, in Sens, France, Jennifer Knopik and Omar Bakkar were wed at the city hall by deputy mayor Amine Hiridjee. Emma Greaves and Bailea Kerr served as the bride’s witnesses, and Hamid Larhrissi and Mohammed-Amine Alem served as the groom’s witnesses.

The Bible Says . . .

Jesus said unto her, I am the resurrection, and the life: he that believeth in Me, though he were dead, yet shall he live: And whosoever liveth and believeth in Me shall never die.Believest thou this?

Get ready to celebrate the Week of the Young Child

April 6-12 is Week of the Young Child! This week was established in 1971 by the National Association for Education of Young Children. This week is to recognize the importance of laying a strong foundation for success during these formative years.

U2E Fun Run: A Cinco de Mayo celebration for a cause

ALBION — Boone County Health Center (BCHC) is excited to announce the upcoming U2E (Upgrade to Excellence) Fun Run, a vibrant Cinco de Mayo-themed event aimed at raising funds for new 3D mammography equipment.

Thanks & More

Thank you to my family for hosting my 80th birthday party. It was a wonderful party and so much fun to see family and friends from near and far that came to help me celebrate. I appreciate all the cards, messages, flowers and gifts. I am so blessed.

Hidden Opportunities

I love Chinese food, especially when served on a buffet! There are so many good things to choose from. (And unfortunately, I usually choose too much!) And when I don’t think I can possibly eat one more bite, the waitperson brings me one more thing — a fortune cookie.

Joint replacement surgery: An individualized decision

As a general internist who does primary care for adult and elderly patients, I talk to patients a lot about arthritis and joint replacement surgery. This type of surgery, also known as arthroplasty, is one of the most common types of elective surgery done in the United States.

Birth: Rhett William Bowman

Turner and Katie Bowman of Fullerton announce the birth of their son Rhett William, born February 26, 2024. Rhett was born at Mary Lanning Hospital in Hastings, NE weighing seven pounds, four ounces and measuring 20 1/2 inches.

Fullerton’s Future receives another donation

Dallas and Suzanne Schweitz have generously pledged $1,500 per year for three years to Fullerton’s Future Inc. The Schweitz family will be recognized on the Wall of Honor at the daycare/ preschool upon completion of the project. Pictured are Dallas and Suzanne Schweitz with Fullerton’s Future Inc.

Donations & Memorials

Nance County FoundationTom Sonderup FamilyDr.