1,000 Books Before Kindergarten

Congratulations to Harlow for completing the 1000 Books Before Kindergarten program at the Fullerton Public Library. Harlow is the daughter of Wes and Jordan Wetovick. 

1,000 Books Before Kindergarten

Congrats to Audrey on completing the Fullerton Public Library’s 1000 Books Before Kindergarten program! Audrey is the daughter of Jeremy and Missy Wetovick. 

Build with LEGOS Sept. 2

FULLERTON — The Fullerton Public Library is hosting a Free Kid’s LEGO Hour on Sept. 2.Build with LEGOS on Tuesday, Sept. 2 from 3:45-4:45 p.m. LEGOS will be provided.The event is open to children in kindergarten through grade 5. The event can hold up to 10 participants.

Communities receive quarterly lease payments

COLUMBUS — Loup Power District recently delivered lease payments totaling more than $1.3 million to area communities. Each of these communities owns their electric distribution systems. These payments compensate them for the use of those systems for the second quarter of 2025.

Fullerton school board to discuss vacant lot

FULLERTON — The Fullerton Board of Education will meet on Thursday at 5:45 p.m. in a special meeting to discuss the vacant lot across from the school building.The lot is the site of the former Fullerton First United Methodist Church which was demolished in July and is listed with O-K Real Estate.

August 2025 EnergyWise SM Tip: Automated Grain Aeration

Any long-time grain producer in Nebraska will tell you the key to a successful season depends on their crops getting the correct amount of moisture, in the correct manner and at the correct time without any other major devastations.

Hospital recognized for high-quality knee, hip replacements

COLUMBUS — Columbus Community Hospital has earned national recognition for its exceptional orthopedic care. The hospital has been designated as a Blue Distinction® Center (BDC) for Knee and Hip Replacement by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska (BCBSNE).

AG Hilgers joins amicus brief supporting cattle ranchers

LINCOLN —Attorney General Mike Hilgers joined a bipartisan coalition of 11 Attorneys General in filing an amicus brief that supports cattle ranchers against manufacturers who are selling foreign-sourced beef products under a “Product of USA” label.

Nebraska Republican Party responds to new ICE facility in McCook

LINCOLN, NE —  Nebraska Republican Party released the following statement today in response to the announcement of a new U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facility opening in McCook, Nebraska.