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Top-tier care in the heart of rural Nebraska

News Staff
Friday, August 11, 2023
COLUMBUS — In today’s busy society, parents often find themselves caught up in the hustle and bustle of daily life. Add in a sick child, and the whole schedule can fall out of sync.  Micaela Wegener is a wife and working mom of an 11-month-old.
There will be plenty to eat at the Nebraska State Fair. Photo provided

There will be plenty to eat at the Nebraska State Fair. Photo provided

New foods at this year's Nebraska State Fair

News Staff
Friday, August 11, 2023
Most people think of an alligator as something that might bite them, but at the Nebraska State Fair, you’ll have your chance to bite back. How about a Hand-Breaded Prime Fillet Alligator-on-a-Stick? It’s just one of the offerings from new food vendor Mid-State Cookers.
Gov. Jim Pillen and Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy Director Jim Macy honored 13 students whose artwork was chosen to be a part of the 2024 “Nebraska – Don’t Waste It!” calendar. Pictured are, from left: (front row) Gabriel Lobato, Lynae Shonka, Jacki Koch, and Daisy D’Agosto; and (back row) Nayeli Barraza; Elizabeth McNeely, Kassi Knael, Liam McColloch, Gov. Pillen, Ashtyn Quast, Eleanore Walters, and Director Macy. Not pictured are Kiersten Hans, Flora Dalton, and Chloe Shupp. Photo provided

Gov. Jim Pillen and Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy Director Jim Macy honored 13 students whose artwork was chosen to be a part of the 2024 “Nebraska – Don’t Waste It!” calendar. Pictured are, from left: (front row) Gabriel Lobato, Lynae Shonka, Jacki Koch, and Daisy D’Agosto; and (back row) Nayeli Barraza; Elizabeth McNeely, Kassi Knael, Liam McColloch, Gov. Pillen, Ashtyn Quast, Eleanore Walters, and Director Macy. Not pictured are Kiersten Hans, Flora Dalton, and Chloe Shupp. Photo provided

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Nebraska students’ environmental artwork to be featured in 2024 “Nebraska: Don’t Waste It!” calendar

News Staff
Friday, August 11, 2023
The artwork of 13 Nebraska students will be featured in the 2024 “Nebraska: Don’t Waste It!” environmental calendar. The statewide contest is sponsored by the Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy (NDEE) and focuses on the importance of waste reduction, recycling and litter cleanup.
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Nebraska State Fair launches convenient new app

News Staff
Thursday, August 10, 2023
The Nebraska State Fair moves pretty fast, but you never have to miss anything, thanks to the new State Fair app. “Whatever Your Flavor,” the app is the easiest way to find the most up-to-date information about it.
Columbus Community Hospital recently presented Karen Euteneuer with the Sheaf of Wheat Award for hospital employees who make lasting impressions on patients or their families. Photo provided

Columbus Community Hospital recently presented Karen Euteneuer with the Sheaf of Wheat Award for hospital employees who make lasting impressions on patients or their families. Photo provided

Karen Euteneuer wins Sheaf of Wheat Award

News Staff
Wednesday, August 9, 2023
COLUMBUS — Columbus Community Hospital recently presented Karen Euteneuer with the Sheaf of Wheat Award for hospital employees who make lasting impressions on patients or their families. Euteneuer is a medical office specialist for the hospital’s home health and hospice department.
Construction of the power house taken in 1923. Photo provided by Ruthie Imus

Construction of the power house taken in 1923. Photo provided by Ruthie Imus

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A Look At History

April Carr
Wednesday, August 9, 2023
Editor’s Note: This is the first of a three-part series celebrating 100 years since the construction of the power house on the Cedar river north of Fullerton.
Liz and Paul Zarek at their 50th wedding anniversary. Photo provided by Liz Zarek

Liz and Paul Zarek at their 50th wedding anniversary. Photo provided by Liz Zarek

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Liz Zarek: Building community for decades

April Carr
Wednesday, August 9, 2023
FULLERTON — Recently the Nance County Journal had the privilege to sit down with Liz Zarek (Steele) to have a conversation about her life and memories in Fullerton. Liz is someone who has been and still is instrumental in building a sense of community with those around her.