Flow Meter Installation Requirement announced

On January 25, 2024, the Lower Loup NRD Board of Directors voted to designate Water Management Areas 18 and 20 as Water Quantity Management Sub-Areas. In 2023, Areas 18 and 20 triggered the Lower Loup NRD’s Drought Management Plan’s Severe Drought Management Actions based on 1) the U.S.

Hospital to host ‘Eggsperience’ drive-thru celebration

COLUMBUS — Columbus Community Hospital will host its annual Eggsperience drive-thru celebration on Thursday, March 21, from 3-6 p.m. outside the hospital’s main entrance at 4600 38th St. in Columbus. The event is for children ages 2 to 7.

Fullerton speech team finishing season strong

The Warrior Speech team’s regular season is now almost completed as they look forward to the last few meets this week and prepare for district competition on March 14.

Busy March coming to the library

The library is the place to be in March! Check out all of the exciting activities happening in the library this coming month. Are you having tech issues? Need help with your email? Want to learn about Facebook or Instagram?

Family Stories or True History coming to area

CENTRAL CITY — Merrick County Historical Museum will be featuring an informative presentation “Family Stories or True History ?” at the March 10 meeting. Luddene Perry, a museum board director, will present how to distinguish between the two by giving an example from the museum’s collection.

CHAMPION WELCOME

Fullerton senior Brett Bridger returned home on Sunday after winning a state wrestling title Saturday night in Omaha. The community came out to great him, offering a champion’s welcome. 

Deadline passes for incumbents to file

Five candidates filed paperwork last week to appear on the primary ballot.  Lisa L. Lassek filed paperwork to run for re-election to the Fullerton City Council. Jennifer R. Quintanilla filed paperwork to run for re-election to the Genoa City Council.

Loup Power delivers lease payments to area groups

COLUMBUS — Loup Power District recently delivered lease payment checks totaling more than $1.3 million to area communities.  Each of these communities owns their electric distribution systems. These payments compensate them for the use of those systems for the fourth quarter of 2023.

Will Zoucha appointed to Boone County Health Center Foundation Board

ALBION — Boone County Health Center (BCHC) is delighted to announce the appointment of Will Zoucha to its Foundation Board. With a deep-rooted connection to the community and a passion for quality healthcare, Zoucha brings a wealth of experience and dedication to his new role.