Nationwide CSP, EQIP application deadline set for Jan. 15

LYONS — Farmers and ranchers interested in signing up for the Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) and Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) have until Jan. 15 to submit initial paperwork.Although the U.S.

Water open house is Jan. 14 from 5:30-7

FULLERTON — The City of Fullerton is moving forward with efforts to strengthen its public water system by constructing two new municipal wells that will help ensure a safe, reliable, and long term water supply for the community.

Cornhusker PPD rates to increase slightly

Cornhusker Public Power District’s Board of Directors voted unanimously at the December board meeting to pass an overall average rate increase of 6.0% for 2026. This is driven by rising wholesale power costs and increases in essential operating expenses.

Year in Review

JANUARYKyle and Jill Russell won the Christmas Lights Contest.Allen Zimmerman launched a new business — Allen’s N Scale World. He creates small scenes with great detail.St. Peter’s Catholic Church opened their rectory to the public.PowerSchool announced there was a data breach back in December.

Loup Board OKs 2026 retail rate change

COLUMBUS — The Loup Power District Board of Directors approved a 7.28% retail rate increase at its December meeting. The increase comes amid increasing wholesale power costs, material price increases, and supply chain issues.

Musical Performance at Valley View

Students of the Kitten on the Keys music studio provided Christmas dinner music to the residents of Valley View the evening of Dec. 19. Pictured are Jenny Carr, Brady Carr, Charlotte Bittner, Hudson Carr, teacher Leta Liesch, Hayes Wetovick, Mindy Reimer and Elena Reimer. Photo provided

Christmas comes early in Nance County with Tree of Love

Christmas came early in Nance County. Members of First Bank & Trust in Fullerton delivered gifts to residents at Accura HealthCare in Fullerton and Hoffmeister Homes in Genoa. The gifts are donated by members of the community for the Tree of Love, which is in its 31st year.

District to meet with superintendent candidates

FULLERTON —The Fullerton Board of Education has narrowed the field of candidates in their superintendent search.The board met last Wednesday to discuss possible candidates and to select who they want to bring in on Jan. 7, 2026 for interviews. Two candidates were invited for formal interviews.

Nance County officials attend NACO conference

KEARNEY — The Nebraska Association of County Officials (NACO) recently hosted its 131st Annual Conference in Kearney.

Seeking nominees for Cornhusker Power Goodwill Fund

The Cornhusker Power Goodwill Fund Trustees are looking for a person from Platte County who would like to be a Trustee on the Cornhusker Power Goodwill Fund Board. The current trustee, Cody Luchsinger, completed two 3-year terms. Cornhusker Public Power District must serve the applicant’s home.