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Governor Pillen Issues Disaster Declaration for Boyd County

LINCOLN – Governor Jim Pillen has issued a disaster declaration for Boyd County, in the aftermath of a damaging storm. Heavy rain resulted in severe flooding on June 23 and 24, 2023, taking a toll on local roads, bridges, culverts and sanitary sewer pipes.

CCH dietitians offer food for thought in 2023

COLUMBUS – Have fun and learn how to live a healthier life with Food Thoughts, a free educational series of classes through Columbus Community Hospital. Food Thoughts classes are from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. every Friday in the multipurpose room at the Columbus Wellness Center.

Columbus Community Hospital receives Pathway to Excellence designation

COLUMBUS –  Nurses at Columbus Community Hospital are happy in their jobs and feel supported, according to a recent honor the hospital received.  CCH was once again recognized as a Pathway to Excellence organization through the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) in June 2023.
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How Much Nitrogen is Left in Your Fields?

Despite some recent precipitation in some areas, producers in the Lower Loup NRD have experienced unusually dry conditions in recent years. Drought can contribute to leaving fields with considerable nitrogen carryover.

Senior behavioral health receives positive evaluation

COLUMBUS – The hospital’s senior behavioral unit recently scored extremely well in a Horizon Health audit. Horizon Health is a behavioral management system that helps improve behavioral health programs while keeping the hospital’s goals top of mind.
The Prairie Doc

The Prairie Doc

The Prairie Doc

The patient was young, healthy, and short of breath. She had not been sick recently, other than a minor cough. Her oxygen level was normal and her lungs sounded clear. Her heart rate was a little fast and she was breathing rather quickly, too.

Thank You

To the Fullerton community, our Fire & Rescue, and friends & neighbors, Thank you for the response and assistance following my accident.
NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

County enjoys Fair, Fourth & Fun

Broadway was lined with families on Sunday for the Fourth of July Parade. There were plenty of American flags, candy (and a few water balloons) as the community gathered to celebrate their freedom. There was plenty to do over the weekend at the Nance County Fair.
An idea that was planted in April Sack’s mind three years ago has finally come to life. The community garden is now a reality. NCJ photo by April Carr

An idea that was planted in April Sack’s mind three years ago has finally come to life. The community garden is now a reality. NCJ photo by April Carr

City offers first ever community garden

FULLERTON — It seems that over the last couple of years the average person’s grocery budget has just about doubled. Fresh produce has especially become more expensive, leading some to stop buying it all together. City employee April Sack has decided to do something about it.