Library ready for new month

Our spring programming is coming to a close. Here are the programs in the library in May. This summer, In addition to our Summer Reading Program, we will have a couple of programs for adults. Please stay tuned for more information or follow us on our Facebook page: Fullerton Public Library.

Pillen celebrates EPA E15 waiver

LINCOLN — Governor Jim Pillen, a champion for agriculture and Nebraska ethanol, released the following statement after the EPA announced that an emergency waiver has been granted to allow E15 sales at gas stations this summer.

NCJ wins multiple press awards

KEARNEY — The Nance County Journal staff was recognized on Saturday in the Nebraska Press Association’s Better Newspaper Contest.Calvin Holtz won first place in the Sports Action Photo category. Rick Holtz won first place in the Feature Photography category.

Pillen applauds Trump’s First 100 Days

LINCOLN — Governor Jim Pillen released the following statement regarding the first 100 days of President Donald J. Trump’s second administration.“President Trump’s vision for a renewed era of American strength, prosperity, and greatness is why Nebraska has his back.

The Golden Rules of Dementia

Dementia is a progressive condition that results in decline in cognitive function. People with dementia have increasing difficulties with short term memory, thinking, and reasoning. For family members it can be hard to watch the decline in a loved one who is struggling with dementia.

Timing of vegetable garden pest management

As vegetable garden planting begins, visions of last year’s insect problems may invade gardener’s minds. Will bean leaf beetles chew holes in bean pods? Will gray squash bugs mass on squash or pumpkin vines causing leaves to turn brown?

NSP sees 36 percent increase in applications; applications open until friday

LINCOLN — The window is open again to join the Nebraska State Patrol in 2025. After a big increase in applications this year, NSP has reopened applications this week for the next training academy class, which begins in July. Apply at NebraskaTroopers.com.

Funding available for pivot conversion

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) has announced that financial assistance is available for conservation projects within the Lower Loup Natural Resources District.

Kick off summer with art contest

FULLERTON — The Fullerton Betterment Committee is celebrating the end of the school year with food, music, games and sidewalk chalk contests. The event is Monday, May 14 from 3:30-5:30 p.m. downtown on Broadway.No pre-registration is required. Chalk and sidewalk space will be provided.