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.

The Bible Says . . .

For God so loved the world, that he GAVE his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.

Fullerton Flower Belles

Fullerton Flower Belles met at Southview Estates on March, 3, 2024 with Karon Horn, presiding over the meeting. Twelve members were present and paid dues for the year. Elena Reimer was a guest. Minutes and treasurers report were approved.

Grace Notes

I still chuckle when I recall something that happened to me on an Easter morning a couple of decades ago. I had just finished preaching at the country church I pastored, and was headed to the other church I pastored at that time, some fifteen or so miles down the road.

Riverside announces third quarter honor rolls

CEDAR RAPIDS —Riverside recently announced their third quarter honor rolls.All “A” Honor Roll (an academic average of 94% or better with no grade lower than 94%) Seniors: Sadie Baldwin, Colton Bernt, Billy Glesinger, Ashtyn Heikes, Maria Moseman, Addie Murphy and Kaimyn Rutten.