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Prevent houseplant insect populations exploding

Insects and mites can rapidly develop into high populations on indoor plants. Many are very small and go unnoticed until a houseplant exhibits symptoms of insect feeding. Once a plant is heavily infested, control becomes challenging.
Feels like Christmas

Feels like Christmas

Feels like Christmas

It’s beginning to feel a lot like Christmas in Fullerton. TOP LEFT: Jennifer and Ellie Carr visit with Santa Claus on Saturday at Fullerton’s Old-Fashioned Christmas. TOP RIGHT: Russ’s Kettle Corn was made fresh for the festivities.

Fullerton provides update after water issues

FULLERTON — The city of Fullerton put out a statement updating the community on the status of the public water system.“Water chlorination has ended, and fluoride has been introduced back into the public water system,” Allen Chlopek, city administrator, said in a statement.
Gayla Oakley, RN, CCRP, MAACVPR, will retire from Boone County Health Center (BCHC) in December 2024. Photo provided

Gayla Oakley, RN, CCRP, MAACVPR, will retire from Boone County Health Center (BCHC) in December 2024. Photo provided

Oakley retires after 49 years at BCHC

ALBION — After 49 years of remarkable service, Gayla Oakley, RN, CCRP, MAACVPR, will retire from Boone County Health Center (BCHC) in December 2024.
Photo provided

Photo provided

Hellbusch brings in near record-setting deer

Tom Hellbusch of Fullerton filled his buck tag during the annual Nebraska rifle season with a deer he will remember for years to come. Nance County Sheriff Ben Bakewell unofficially scored it at a 260”.

Seeking local nominees for Cornhusker Power Goodwill Fund

The Cornhusker Power Goodwill Fund Trustees are looking for a person from Nance County who would like to be a Trustee on the Cornhusker Power Goodwill Fund Board. The current trustee, Marc Swantek, completed two 3-year terms. Cornhusker Public Power District must serve the applicant’s home.

Library plans busy month

Don’t forget that the library’s Makerspace is a great place to make a personalized Christmas present! Stop in and see all of the great options. Please call the library and set up a time to work in the Makerspace.The last Preschool Storytime before Christmas will be Monday, December 16 at 10:30 am.
Jill Nore

Jill Nore

Health Center Chatter

Knowing your medications— names, strengths, and how often you take them—is essential for your healthcare. With various specialists, like surgeons and cardiologists, prescribing different medications, your list can change quickly.

Guest Column

The past several months have been very busy and productive at the Nebraska Public Service Commission (PSC). As we continue our work into the winter months, I wanted to share a quarterly update on our efforts over the past three months since the Summer 2024 District 4 Update.