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Lifetime Recognition

Lifetime Recognition

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Lifetime Recognition

Ncj Staff Report
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
LINCOLN — Galen Frenzen of Fullerton was honored with induction into the Nebraska Hall of Agricultural Achievement during a ceremony held Friday, March 27, in Lincoln.
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Fullerton, Twin River students earn medals at Speech State

Ncj Staff Report
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
KEARNEY — Nance County was well-represented at the State Speech meet.On Saturday, Fullerton’s Everett Gleason and Lylla Sabata competed in the Class D Speech Competition. Sabata was the runner-up in Persuasive Speaking and finished fifth in Extemporaneous Speaking.

Water restrictions still in effect

Ncj Staff Report
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
FULLERTON — As the weather gets nicer, the city of Fullerton wants to remind residents that water restrictions are still in effect.“Just a reminder that watering restrictions are still in force this year,” April Sack, deputy clerk and ordinance official with the city of Fullerton, said.

Church planning special services

Ncj Staff Report
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
In just a few days, on Good Friday, we will honor and celebrate the death of Jesus Christ. We will join together to celebrate because we know that without the death of Jesus we would have no provision for the forgiveness of our sin nor the sure hope of eternal life.

Alda woman dies in Sunday accident

Ncj Staff Report
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
A 54-year-old Alda woman died on Sunday after her motorcycle struck a deer on Highway 22 north of Fullerton.Emergency responders were called to the scene at 6:30 p.m. on Sunday after a deer ran across the highway and struck the motorcycle that Penny Earl, 54, of Alda, was driving.
Congratulations to the students who participated in the Class DAll-State Band. Front Row from left: Aubrey Thies, Melinda Reimer, and Hailey Johnson. Back Row from right: Colton Harris, Elena Reimer, Lylla Sabata and PJ Sabata. Photo provided

Congratulations to the students who participated in the Class DAll-State Band. Front Row from left: Aubrey Thies, Melinda Reimer, and Hailey Johnson. Back Row from right: Colton Harris, Elena Reimer, Lylla Sabata and PJ Sabata. Photo provided

Class D All-State Band

News Staff
Wednesday, March 25, 2026
Congratulations to the students who participated in the Class D All-State Band. Front Row from left: Aubrey Thies, Melinda Reimer, and Hailey Johnson. Back Row from right: Colton Harris, Elena Reimer, Lylla Sabata and PJ Sabata.
Jack Reeg was arrested in connection to the Sept. 16, 2025, shooting death of his girlfriend, Kennedi DeMuth, 25, of Fullerton.

Jack Reeg was arrested in connection to the Sept. 16, 2025, shooting death of his girlfriend, Kennedi DeMuth, 25, of Fullerton.

Reeg trial pushed back again

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, March 25, 2026
COLUMBUS — The murder trial in connection to the shooting death of a Fullerton woman has been pushed back again.Jack Reeg, 25, of Columbus, has waived his right to a speedy trial and his attorney, Glenn A.
Nance County Hotshots has had a busy start of their year, starting with fundraising for new targets and equipment! Generally they hold practices on Sundays at 1 p.m. and have archery and BB Gun competition for the fair! BB and Archery is open for

Nance County Hotshots has had a busy start of their year, starting with fundraising for new targets and equipment! Generally they hold practices on Sundays at 1 p.m. and have archery and BB Gun competition for the fair! BB and Archery is open for

Hot Shots continue to hit their mark, open to new members

News Staff
Wednesday, March 25, 2026
Nance County Hotshots has had a busy start of their year, starting with fundraising for new targets and equipment! Generally they hold practices on Sundays at 1 p.m. and have archery and BB Gun competition for the fair! BB and Archery is open for any child 8 years old or older as of January 1.
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Grow smarter with new season of ‘Backyard Farmer’

Ncj Staff Report
Wednesday, March 25, 2026
LINCOLN — “Backyard Farmer” is back for its 74th season to help gardeners and lawn care enthusiasts keep their landscapes healthy and thriving. The new season premieres at 7 p.m. Thursday, April 2 on Nebraska Public Media and continues throughout the summer.