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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.

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Heading back to school

April Carr
Wednesday, August 9, 2023
FULLERTON — By mid-May it is debatable whether it is the teachers or students who are more ready for summer break. But as August approaches and school supplies begin to fill store shelves, it is hard to deny the excitement that surrounds an upcoming new school year.
Lylla and PJ Sabata recently returned from the Wayne State Music Camp. Photo provided

Lylla and PJ Sabata recently returned from the Wayne State Music Camp. Photo provided

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Local sisters attend Wayne State Music Camp

April Carr
Wednesday, August 9, 2023
WAYNE — Lylla and PJ Sabata attended Wayne State Music Camp from July 31 to Aug. 3. This was their second year attending the camp. They were the only students from Fullerton to attend. Lylla is an incoming freshman at Fullerton and PJ is an incoming seventh grader.
Vet clinic welcomes new associate

Vet clinic welcomes new associate

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Vet clinic welcomes new associate

April Carr
Wednesday, August 9, 2023
FULLERTON — Countryside Veterinary Clinic in Fullerton recently welcomed Kara Valasek DVM to their team. She will be working as an Associate Veterinarian alongside Dr. Lance Kurz. Dr.

Fullerton library announces new hours

Ncj Staff Report
Wednesday, August 9, 2023
FULLERTON — The Fullerton Public Library announced it is adjusting the hours it will be open starting Aug. 14. The library will be open on Monday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Wednesday through Friday from 1-5 p.m. and first and third Saturday of each month from 10 a.m.