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Nance County Fair opens on Friday

Amarha Bridger
Wednesday, June 28, 2023
FULLERTON — Come on down to the Nance County Fairgrounds for the annual Nance County Fair from Friday to Sunday. This year the Nance County Ag. Society has decided to organize two different fairs, moving the 4-H exhibit to a later date.
Todd Kheen is ready for July 4 after stopping at Bridger’s Boomers in Fullerton. Photo provided

Todd Kheen is ready for July 4 after stopping at Bridger’s Boomers in Fullerton. Photo provided

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Bridger’s Boomers opens for business

April Carr
Wednesday, June 28, 2023
FULLERTON — To the delight of children and the dread of dog owners, fireworks season is officially upon us. Last weekend Bridger’s Boomers opened their doors. The fireworks stand was started six years ago by Matt Bridger and his daughters Sydney and Bailey.

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Fullerton Education Association still seeking petition signatures

April Carr
Wednesday, June 28, 2023
FULLERTON — Earlier this month, local teachers and representatives from the Nebraska State Education Association held a petition drive at the Fullerton City Park. They gathered signatures in the hopes of repealing a new bill passed by the Legislature and signed by Governor Jim Pillen.
Boone County Health Center hosts appreciation cookout

Boone County Health Center hosts appreciation cookout

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Boone County Health Center hosts appreciation cookout

April Carr
Wednesday, June 28, 2023
On Monday June 19, Staff from the Boone County Health Center hosted a Fullerton Clinic Appreciation Cookout. From 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. the staff served burgers, hot dogs, sides and cookies. The event was hosted on the lawn adjacent to the Nance County Medical Clinic.
Sergeant Clayton Dishong hands Rachel Hale her Graduation Certificate. Photo provided

Sergeant Clayton Dishong hands Rachel Hale her Graduation Certificate. Photo provided

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Hale graduates from 2023 Junior Law Cadet Academy

Ncj Staff Report
Wednesday, June 28, 2023
GRAND ISLAND — 42 high school students got the chance to train like a trooper last week at the Nebraska State Patrol Training Academy. The cadets were all part of the 53rd Junior Law Academy, which gives high school seniors-to-be a glimpse of what it takes to be a Nebraska State Trooper.
Cindy Russell, Chapter AG President awards Paige Wood a certificate that recognizes her receipt of the P.E.O. Star Scholarship. Photo provided

Cindy Russell, Chapter AG President awards Paige Wood a certificate that recognizes her receipt of the P.E.O. Star Scholarship. Photo provided

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Paige Wood receives prestigious P.E.O. STAR Scholarship

Ncj Staff Report
Wednesday, June 28, 2023
Paige Wood, a recent graduate of Fullerton High School, was selected to receive a $2,500 STAR Scholarship from the P.E.O. Sisterhood. She was recommended by P.E.O. ChapterAG of Fullerton. The P.E.O.
Art Mach, VP, (left) and Tim Hellbusch, president, present the scholarship to Trey Swertzic. Photo provided

Art Mach, VP, (left) and Tim Hellbusch, president, present the scholarship to Trey Swertzic. Photo provided

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Trey Swertzic receives $1,000 Cedar River Bikers scholarship

Ncj Staff Report
Wednesday, June 28, 2023
Trey Swertzic of Fullerton has been awarded a $1,000 scholarship from the Cedar River Bikers. He will be attending Northeast Community College and has been accepted into their lineman program and is currently working as a summer internship here in Fullerton.
Club members that assisted with the project include Paige Wood (left), Keila Dubas, Peyton Thomas, Derek Warner, Landen Glup, Colton Harris and Riley Williams.

Club members that assisted with the project include Paige Wood (left), Keila Dubas, Peyton Thomas, Derek Warner, Landen Glup, Colton Harris and Riley Williams.

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Flag pole installed at Nance County Fairgrounds

News Staff
Wednesday, June 28, 2023
The Nance County Junior Leaders and 4-H Shooting Sports clubs recently installed flagpoles at the Nance County Fairgrounds. Both clubs applied for and received Development Fund Grants for $400 each from the Nance County 4-H Council for this project.
Lonnie Kava, 94, has been playing music most of his life. He has been married to his wife, Irene, for more than 70 years. Photo provided

Lonnie Kava, 94, has been playing music most of his life. He has been married to his wife, Irene, for more than 70 years. Photo provided

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A conversation with Lonnie Kava

April Carr
Wednesday, June 28, 2023
When the average marriage length in the United States is just under 20 years and the average life expectancy 77, it is refreshing to have the privilege to meet someone who has beaten both statistics by several decades.

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THEY SAID IT . . .

News Staff
Wednesday, June 28, 2023
What does independence mean to you? “To me independence means you have the freedom to do or say what you want. You don’t have someone else controlling your actions or your speech.