Lower Loup NRD announces 2024 photo contest

The Lower Loup Natural Resources District (LLNRD) is now accepting entries for its 2024 LLNRD Photo Contest. The intent of the contest is to inspire photographers of every level to visit LLNRD recreation areas and to explore the scenic district.

Loup board OKs retail rate change for 2024

COLUMBUS. —The Loup Power District Board of Directors approved a 3.5 percent retail rate increase at its monthly December meeting. The increase comes amid increasing material prices and supply chain issues.

Emerging Writers and Artists Contest asks high schoolers to highlight state traditions

KEARNEY – There are countless customs and traditions that make Nebraska a special place. The sandhill crane migration, football tailgating, county fairs, Native American powwows and fall harvest, to name a few. These events and activities bring us together and foster a sense of community.

NSP, NDOT Urge Drivers to Prepare for Christmas Day Winter Storm

LINCOLN  — The Nebraska State Patrol and Nebraska Department of Transportation are urging travelers be prepared for a winter storm that will bring potentially hazardous driving conditions.

Fullerton has long history of blood donations

FULLERTON — On Tuesday, Dec. 12, volunteers from all around Fullerton and Nance County drove to the Nance County Events Center to donate their blood. Fullerton has a rich history of generous bloodmobile donations. The first bloodmobile came to Fullerton on Nov. 29, 1950.

Floral Occasions: Serving Fullerton for more than 30 years

FULLERTON — Long before Deb Bittner purchased Floral Occasions in downtown Fullerton, she knew she wanted to own a flower shop. Originally from Bartlett, Deb and her husband Frank moved to Fullerton in the 1980s. Deb worked as a stay-at-home mother raising their five children.

Twin River recognizes duo

Twin River is proud to announce the November students of the month! They are seventh grader Lily Audiss and eighth grader Layney Matthes. Lily is the daughter of Natalie Audiss. Layney is the daughter of Tony and Lisa Matthes. Lily had three different teachers nominate her!

Local Record

The Nance County Sheriff’s Department responded to the following calls in November: • Fire Calls: 2 Fullerton, 1 Belgrade. • Rescue Calls: 12 Fullerton, 1 Genoa. • Warrants Served: 2 County. • Paper Services Served: 2 Fullerton. • Accident: 1 County. 1 Fullerton. • Animal Call: 1 County.

CSC honors graduates

CHADRON — Chadron State College’s Winter Commencement took place Dec. 15 in the Chicoine Center. Jovan Mays, a 2010 CSC graduate, was Chadron State College’s Winter Commencement speaker. One-hundred and six candidates for bachelor’s degrees were honored.