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Korey Hobza appointed Loup Power District President/CEO effective January 1, 2026

Ncj Staff Report

Wednesday, February 5, 2025

COLUMBUS —The Loup Power District Board of Directors appointed Korey Hobza as President/CEO effective January 1, 2026, following the retirement of Neal Suess at the end of the year.The Board made the announcement at its January meeting.

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United Way using the month of February to shed light on important community resources

Ncj Staff Report

Wednesday, February 5, 2025

COLUMBUS — Most people associate the month of February with love and Valentine’s Day or even football and the Super Bowl, but Columbus Area United Way is using the month of February to focus on community resources using 211.

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Bird flu detected in Nance County

Ncj Staff Report

Wednesday, February 5, 2025

LINCOLN — The Nebraska Department of Agriculture (NDA), in conjunction with the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Animal Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has detected the first cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in 2025.

Fuel up for FFA: CVA supports future ag leaders during National FFA Week

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Fuel up for FFA: CVA supports future ag leaders during National FFA Week

Ncj Staff Report

Wednesday, February 5, 2025

YORK — Central Valley Ag (CVA) is proud to announce the return of the Fuel up For FFA promotion during National FFA Week, February 15 – 22, 2025.

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SWISH: Nothing But Net

News Staff

Tuesday, January 28, 2025

The Knights of Columbus Fullerton Council 7954 held their annual free throw shooting contest on Sunday afternoon at Fullerton High School. More than 20 kids stepped up to the line to show their shooting skills.

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Twin River begins superintendent search

Rick Holtz

Tuesday, January 28, 2025

GENOA— Twin River Schools will be looking for a new superintendent.Chris Lecher, who was brought in on a one-year contract as interim superintendent, will leave the district when his contract expires in June. He had previously indicated he would like to stay with the district long-term.

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Gov. Pillen signs executive order, support for Trump immigration policy

Ncj Staff Report

Tuesday, January 28, 2025

LINCOLN — Friday, Governor Jim Pillen signed an executive order establishing the Support for Federal Immigration Policy Implementation for the state of Nebraska. The document outlines actions to be undertaken by state agencies to effectuate the executive orders issued Jan. 20 by President Donald J.

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Cornhusker PPD Board elects officers

Ncj Staff Report

Tuesday, January 28, 2025

New officers were elected at the Cornhusker Public Power District Board meeting on January 20, 2025.Jon Gehring, rural Platte Center, was elected president. He was appointed to the board in January 2017.

Columbus Community Hospital recognizes Esteban Coria with Sheaf of Wheat Award

Ncj Staff Report

Tuesday, January 28, 2025

COLUMBUS — Columbus Community Hospital is proud to announce that Esteban Coria, a valued member of the hospital’s medical interpretation team, has been honored with the prestigious Sheaf of Wheat Award.

Fullerton students donated toys to Boone County Health Center. Paisley Jazwick (left), Grace Crouse, Miranda Jazwick, Rayna Hamik, Carly Malander, Molly Dubas, Melissa Aaberg, Jett Malander, Cindy Lesiak. NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

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Students: Better to give than receive

Rick Holtz

Wednesday, January 22, 2025

FULLERTON — Fullerton students learned it is better to give than to receive.