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TeamMates of Fullerton has been named a partner agency of Columbus United Way. Accepting the check are Amber Hamik, Melissa Aaberg, Jordan Wetovick, Jessica Williams and Laura Sabata. Photo provided

TeamMates of Fullerton has been named a partner agency of Columbus United Way. Accepting the check are Amber Hamik, Melissa Aaberg, Jordan Wetovick, Jessica Williams and Laura Sabata. Photo provided

THANKFUL FOR SUPPORT

FULLERTON — TeamMates of Fullerton wishes to extend our sincere gratitude to the Columbus United Way for welcoming us as a partner agency. Your support for our Fullerton TeamMates program is a true reflection of the positive change we aim to foster within our community.

Twin River discusses strategic planning

GENOA — Twin River is looking to the future.The Twin River Board of Education met on Monday and they discussed the district’s strategic plan with Ben Anderjaska from NASB. He told the board they need to be looking ahead at the next 5 to 10 years.

United Way announces all partner agencies

Columbus Area United Way announces 2025 Campaign Allocations focusing on Youth Opportunity, Financial Security, and Healthy Community. Currently 1 in 4 community members access services supported by ColumbusArea United Way dollars.

Fullerton city-wide clean-up is Saturday

FULLERTON — It’s that time of year again: Time to spruce up your neighborhood.The Fullerton city-wide cleanup day is Saturday. Dumpsters will be available at the Nance County Fairgrounds, located at 406 N. Ida St., from 8 a.m. until they are full.

Bloodmobile collects 48 units

Fullerton Bloodmobile was held April 7th. Our loyal donors presented 48 units. Those giving double units were Craig Christensen (reaching his 11 gal. milestone), Mike Liesch, David Berney and Lisa Lassek.
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Bishop named to student advisory committee

LINCOLN — The Nebraska School Activities Association announced the new members of the Student Advisory Committee on Monday.Twin River sophomore Adalyn Bishop was among the 10 students named to the committee.

City receives $2,000 grant

The city of Fullerton received a $2,000 grant from the Margaret Russell Trust Donor Advised Fund of Nebraska Community Foundation.This grant will be used for the completion of the Softball Batting Cage project. The city appreciates your generosity and commitment to the youth of our community.

Fullerton resident discusses drinking water

A retired agronomist told the Hall County Commission Tuesday, April 7, that heavy metal levels are well above drinking water standards from Grand Island almost to Columbus.

Hospital to host Scrubs and Uniforms Sale May 12-13

COLUMBUS — Health care professionals won’t want to miss Columbus Community Hospital’s Scrubs and Uniforms Sale this May. The event starts Tuesday, May 12, from noon-7 p.m. in the hospital’s south parking lot. It will continue Wednesday, May 13, from 7 a.m.-2:30 p.m.