Fischer appointed deputy whip

WASHINGTON ¬– Last week, U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-Neb.) was appointed deputy whip by newly-elected Majority Whip, Senator John Barrasso (R-Wyo.). In this role, Fischer will unite her caucus around Republican priorities and drive forward the president’s legislative agenda.

Nebraska Public Media televises ‘Omaha Symphony in Concert: Scheherazade’

LINCOLN — The continued partnership between Nebraska Public Media and the Omaha Symphony will bring another of the symphony’s concerts to television viewers across the state in January.“Omaha Symphony in Concert: Scheherazade” will air at 8 p.m., Friday, Jan. 24, on Nebraska Public Media.

Hanson celebrates 20 years at Cornhusker Public Power District

Engineering technician Derek Hanson celebrated 20 years of service at Cornhusker Public Power District.Hanson was hired in September 2004 as a line technician. He worked at the Cornhusker Power Service Center in Fullerton and transferred to the Columbus crew in March 2005.

Violin, piano concert coming to Fullerton

FULLERTON — Kevin and Heidi Cheng are coming to Fullerton for a violin and piano concert.The duo will be at Fullerton Community Church on Saturday, Jan. 11 for a 4 p.m. concert. A free-will donation will be accepted.The community is invited to join for an afternoon of worship music.

Donations & Memorials

FULLERTON CEMETERY MemorialsJanice (Peterson) Frankel in memory of Raymond & Phyllis Peterson NANCE COUNTY FOUNDATIONDonationMike and Marlyn Sullivan Norm Ronell Delane and Judith Lytle Dave and Alyce Tejral Ron Lesiak Mark and Jane Gloor 1st Bank & TrustMemorialsDan Cornwell in memory of Donald...

Nebraska Extension succession planning series for women in agriculture kicks off in January

CENTRAL CITY — A multistate extension workshop series for women in agriculture will offer strategies to evaluate and improve farm estate and transition plans.“Leaving a Lasting Legacy for Midwestern Farm Women: A Succession Planning Series,” will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Central time on Jan.

Nebraska Public Media Premieres ‘The Death of Zygielbojm’ Film and Discussion

LINCOLN — Jewish political activist Szmul Zygielbojm died by suicide in London in 1943, protesting the world’s inaction to stop the Holocaust.

Gov. Pillen appoints Jason Bergevin as associate justice to the Nebraska Supreme Court

LINCOLN — Last week, Governor Jim Pillen announced his appointment of the Honorable Jason M. Bergevin of Columbus as an associate justice to the Nebraska Supreme Court representing the Fifth Judicial District.