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Bomgaars Ladies Night is Sunday

Ncj Staff Report
Wednesday, November 1, 2023
ALBION — It’s once again time to start planning Bomgaars Ladies Night for the Albion Bomgaars Store. A night of Festive Fun & Fall Shopping. For the past seven years, Bomgaars has held a Ladies Night in the Fall / Winter.
The Griffin Family is comprised ofTyler, Melissa, Kora, Eric and Hunter. Photo provided by Chief Deputy Eric Griffin

The Griffin Family is comprised ofTyler, Melissa, Kora, Eric and Hunter. Photo provided by Chief Deputy Eric Griffin

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Getting to know Chief Deputy Eric Griffin

April Carr
Wednesday, November 1, 2023
FULLERTON — Chief Deputy Eric Griffin originally comes from Lincoln. He is a graduate of Lincoln Southwest High School. Following high school, he received his degree in Emergency Management from American Public University.
Ron Delaney, Dennis McCoig and Butch Horacek stand by the eagle statue that previously was located in the lateTom Delaney’s yard. The statue was moved to the Fullerton Cemetery on Oct. 23. Photo provided by Ron Delaney

Ron Delaney, Dennis McCoig and Butch Horacek stand by the eagle statue that previously was located in the lateTom Delaney’s yard. The statue was moved to the Fullerton Cemetery on Oct. 23. Photo provided by Ron Delaney

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A FITTING MEMORIAL

April Carr
Wednesday, November 1, 2023
FULLERTON — Whether driving by the school, the dentist or going to or from downtown, 4th Street is arguably one of the busiest streets in Fullerton. For many years Fullerton residents couldn’t miss the two large eagle statues that stood on either side of house number 714’s garage door.

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Teacher insurance premium increates

Ncj Staff Report
Wednesday, November 1, 2023
LINCOLN — There will be an overall increase of 1.99% in premiums next year for the medical and dental insurance plans used by nearly every Nebraska school district, following action by the Educators Health Alliance (EHA), a consortium of three statewide public school groups that manages the plan.
Ella Pickrel makes made to order frosted sugar cookies. Photo provided

Ella Pickrel makes made to order frosted sugar cookies. Photo provided

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Teens turning into entrepreneurs

April Carr
Wednesday, November 1, 2023
In recent years the exclamation “No one wants to work anymore!” has been heard a lot. Which is why it is so refreshing to see people working hard at their own businesses, especially when those individuals are still in middle and high school.
Nance County Clerk and safety committee chairperson Adrian Chlopek is shown accepting a Special Recognition Award from NIRMA Board of Directors Chair Larry Cerny. Photo provided

Nance County Clerk and safety committee chairperson Adrian Chlopek is shown accepting a Special Recognition Award from NIRMA Board of Directors Chair Larry Cerny. Photo provided

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Nance County Clerk receives award

News Staff
Wednesday, October 25, 2023
LINCOLN — Adrian Chlopek, Nance County Clerk and Chair of the County’s safety committee has received a Special Recognition Award from the Nebraska Intergovernmental Risk Management Association (NIRMA), the county’s property, liability and workers’ compensation coverage and risk management services...
The participants show off all their hard work. Photo provided

The participants show off all their hard work. Photo provided

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13 attend library’s charcuterie board class

April Carr
Wednesday, October 25, 2023
FULLERTON — As part of the fall event schedule at Fullerton Public Library, a Charcuterie Board class was held on Monday. The class was taught by Chelsy Harmon of Hastings. Harmon owns and operates Boardology, as a custom charcuterie board creator and teacher.

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BCHC Welcomes Christman to Foundation Board

Ncj Staff Report
Wednesday, October 25, 2023
ALBION — Boone County Health Center (BCHC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Lindsey Christman to its Foundation Board. Christman brings a passion for forward progress to meet the changing needs in healthcare.

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Loup cookbooks available to customers

News Staff
Wednesday, October 25, 2023
COLUMBUS — Loup Power District’s complimentary cookbooks are now available to customers. The cookbook features favorite recipes submitted by Loup Power District employees and retirees and their spouses.
Lylla Sabata stands with her french horn. Photo by Laura Sabata

Lylla Sabata stands with her french horn. Photo by Laura Sabata

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Sabata named to All-State Band

April Carr
Wednesday, October 25, 2023
FULLERTON — Fullerton freshman Lylla Sabata has been selected to participate in Nebraska’s All-State Band. Being selected for All-State takes months of preparation and dedicated practice. It is one of the highest music honors for a High School student to achieve.