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Veterans Memorial receives $1,000 grant

News Staff
Wednesday, June 4, 2025
The Nance County Veterans Memorial and Military Resource Center recently received notice that they were awarded a $1,000 grant from the Nebraska State Historical Society Foundation. The grant will be used for the creation of a children’s library.
The Omaha Symphony concerts on Nebraska Public Media are being brought to television in part by generous donors from both organizations. Photo provided

The Omaha Symphony concerts on Nebraska Public Media are being brought to television in part by generous donors from both organizations. Photo provided

Nebraska Public Media Televises ‘Omaha Symphony in Concert: Choral Collaborative’

News Staff
Wednesday, June 4, 2025
LINCOLN — Nebraska Public Media and the Omaha Symphony will bring another of the symphony’s concerts to television viewers across the state this summer.“Omaha Symphony in Concert: Choral Collaborative” will air at 8 p.m. CT, Friday, June 13, on Nebraska Public Media.

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NSP warns of counterfeit pills after recent overdoses

Ncj Staff Report
Wednesday, June 4, 2025
McCOOK — The Nebraska State Patrol is raising awareness about multiple overdose cases in southwest Nebraska.In the last three days, there have been two overdose cases in the area. NSP has been in contact with several local agencies regarding the potential of a connection between these cases.

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Nebraska Public Media expands FM radio coverage

Ncj Staff Report
Wednesday, June 4, 2025
LINCOLN — Nebraska Public Media expanded its FM radio coverage with the addition of a new transmitter, KUNE at 88.7 FM in Columbus.Those who listen in Boone, Madison, Merrick, Nance and Platte counties will now find a stronger signal, making it much easier to listen to Nebraska Public Media.

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Corn Board to meet

News Staff
Wednesday, June 4, 2025
LINCOLN — The Nebraska Corn Board will hold its next meeting on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, at the Broken Bow Golf Club (2280 Memorial Dr.) in Broken Bow, Neb.The meeting is open to the public, providing the opportunity for public comment. The board will conduct regular board business.

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Fullerton, Twin River receive $500 grant

Ncj Staff Report
Wednesday, June 4, 2025
OMAHA — Over 90 high schools across Nebraska will receive $500 grants to support the health and well-being of their students and communities through Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska’s (BCBSNE) Healthy Home Team initiative.

Nebraska Public Media expands FM radio coverage in Columbus area

News Staff
Monday, June 2, 2025
LINCOLN — Nebraska Public Media expanded its FM radio coverage with the addition of a new transmitter, KUNE at 88.7 FM in Columbus.Those who listen in Boone, Madison, Merrick, Nance and Platte counties will now find a stronger signal, making it much easier to listen to Nebraska Public Media.

Smith announces upcoming staff outreach events

News Staff
Thursday, May 29, 2025
Washington, DC — Constituents of Third District Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE) are invited to meet with a member of his staff during June in Trenton, Pierce, Oshkosh, Neligh, Fullerton, Holdrege, Elwood, O'Neill, Alma, Nelson, Butte, Beaver City, Burwell, Hebron and Stockville.
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Voters to decide tax’s future

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, May 28, 2025
FULLERTON — Voters will decide the future of the 0.5 percent sales tax in a special election.The Fullerton City Council approved resolution 2025-12 at their May meeting last week. The resolution calls for the continuation of the current 0.
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Property valuations continue to rise

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, May 28, 2025
FULLERTON — Nance County residents will soon learn just how much their property has increased in valuation.Nance County Assessor Megan Zoucha said that many residents will be receiving a Notice of Valuation Change in their mailbox sometime in June.