Corn board to meet

LINCOLN — The Nebraska Corn Board will hold its next meeting on Thursday, Jan. 23, at the Nebraska Cattlemen office (4611 Cattle Drive) in Lincoln.The meeting is open to the public, providing the opportunity for public comment. The board will conduct regular board business.

Boone County Health Center named as a Top Hospital

ALBION — Boone County Health Center (BCHC) has been named one of Nebraska’s top hospitals for patient recommendations, receiving a fivestar rating based on the latest Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS) data from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services...

Fischer sworn in for 3rd Senate term

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-Neb.) was sworn in for her third term in the U.S. Senate. Senator Fischer was escorted by Senator John Barrasso (R-Wyo.), while Vice President Kamala Harris administered the oath of office.

Creating a safer community: The Green Dot strategy

A recent Green Dot training in Nebraska brought together 56 participants from various organizations. Since completing the program, these participants have introduced the Green Dot initiative to hundreds of individuals across the state, significantly expanding its reach and impact.

Small scenes, big dreams

FULLERTON — The scenes may be small, but one Fullerton resident is dreaming big.Allen Zimmerman recently launched a new business — Allen’s N Scale World. He creates scenes that can be used with model railroads or just encapsulated by itself in a container.“Most people call them dioramas,” he said.

Looking back at 2024’s top stories

As we enter a new year, it is only fitting to look back the year we just completed. Take a look back at some of 2024’s top stories:JANUARYThe Fullerton Area Chamber of Commerce announced the winners of the Christmas Lights Contest. First place was awarded to the Welch family.

Pelan announced as new manager of Premier Physical Therapy

COLUMBUS — Columbus Community Hospital is pleased to announce that Jay Pelan, PT, DPT, CSCS, Cert. MDT, will be the new manager of CCH’s Premier Physical Therapy in 2025.Pelan joined the hospital in 2004 as a physical therapist for Rehab Services at the Wellness Center.