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Older Nebraskans Day filled with celebration

Ncj Staff Report
Wednesday, August 6, 2025
The Nebraska State Fair invites guests of all ages to Older Nebraskans Day on Monday, Aug. 25, for a full day of fun, wellness, and community, highlighted by a nostalgic concert by The Righteous Brothers at 2 p.m. inside the Heartland Events Center.

Back to School Bash is Sunday

Ncj Staff Report
Wednesday, August 6, 2025
BELGRADE — A Back to School Bash is Sunday in Belgrade.The event, sponsored by the Belgrade Community Club, kicks off at 6 p.m. Sunday at the Belgrade Community Hall. There will be games, drinks, snacks, arts and crafts and prizes.The event is for all school-age children.
Dennis Gabriel and Susan K. Smith received Quilts of Valor. NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

Dennis Gabriel and Susan K. Smith received Quilts of Valor. NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

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Veterans honored with Quilts of Valor

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, July 30, 2025
FULLERTON — Two area veterans were honored for their service on Saturday night at the Nance County Fair.Dennis Gabriel and Susan K. Smith were presented with Quilts of Valor. A third quilt was constructed for Bennie Rinkol, but he was unable to attend and receive it.
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World famous photographer to speak at Peru State

Ncj Staff Report
Wednesday, July 30, 2025
Joel Sartore is a photographer, speaker, author, teacher, conservationist, National Geographic explorer, and a regular contributor to National Geographic magazine. His hallmarks are a sense of humor and a Midwestern work ethic.
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Pawnee Nation members visits area

Ncj Staff Report
Wednesday, July 30, 2025
GENOA — Members of the Pawnee Nation visited the Genoa/ Nance County area on July 15, 2025. Walter Echo-Hawk, an Elder, lawyer and author, organized the tour along with former State Archaeologist Rob Bozell.
Lawrence Burman of Rockville won first place for his image of a deep blue, cloud-streaked sky reflected in the tranquil waters of a Middle Loup River slough in Sherman County.

Lawrence Burman of Rockville won first place for his image of a deep blue, cloud-streaked sky reflected in the tranquil waters of a Middle Loup River slough in Sherman County.

Lower Loup NRD Announces 2025 Photo Contest Winners

Ncj Staff Report
Wednesday, July 30, 2025
Winning photographs have been chosen in the Lower Loup NRD’s 2025 Photo Contest.

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Donations & Memorials

News Staff
Wednesday, July 30, 2025
FULLERTON CEMETERY MemorialsArthur Ray & Joyce McNeff in memory of Madalyn McNeff Lytle Family in memory of Delane LytleFULLERTON FIRE DEPARTMENTDonationRandy & Marvis Bridger Paul Ulferts Dan & Karen Horn Carl Peterson Dennis & Debra McPhillips John & Joan Oeltjen Alvin & Janet Wemhoff Northstar...