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Dr. Henderson was the first surgeon to perform Inspire surgeries in Nebraska four years ago; he is still one of only five doctors offering the treatment. He recently completed his 25th Inspire surgery for Columbus Community Hospital, totaling more than 80 completed procedures throughout his career. Photo provided

Dr. Henderson was the first surgeon to perform Inspire surgeries in Nebraska four years ago; he is still one of only five doctors offering the treatment. He recently completed his 25th Inspire surgery for Columbus Community Hospital, totaling more than 80 completed procedures throughout his career. Photo provided

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Doctor brings sleep apnea relief to Columbus

News Staff
Friday, September 1, 2023
COLUMBUS – Dr. Patrick Henderson, a doctor at Columbus Otolaryngology Clinic, is helping people who struggle with obstructive sleep apnea find relief through the push of a button.
Caleb Poore has been named President and Chief Executive Officer of Boone County Health Center (BCHC) in Albion. Photo provided

Caleb Poore has been named President and Chief Executive Officer of Boone County Health Center (BCHC) in Albion. Photo provided

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Boone County Health Center Hires New CEO

News Staff
Friday, September 1, 2023
ALBION – Boone County Health Center (BCHC) in Albion, NE, announced today that its Board of Directors appointed Caleb Poore as its next President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Poore is set to begin his duties in mid-October and will succeed Tanya Sharp, who resigned in April.
Congratulations to Faith Brichacek, Columbus Community Hospital’s 2023 Caring Kind Award winner. Photo provided

Congratulations to Faith Brichacek, Columbus Community Hospital’s 2023 Caring Kind Award winner. Photo provided

Faith Brichacek wins 2023 Caring Kind Award

News Staff
Friday, September 1, 2023
COLUMBUS – Congratulations to Faith Brichacek, Columbus Community Hospital’s 2023 Caring Kind Award winner. The Caring Kind Award is an honor from the Nebraska Hospital Association (NHA) that recognizes health care employees who go above and beyond to show patient compassion.
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State Fair attendance up nearly 30 percent through five days

News Staff
Wednesday, August 30, 2023
Great weather and a number of fun attractions helped push the 2023 Nebraska State Fair to a 29.9 percent increase in attendance through the first five days as compared to the same five days in 2022, according to preliminary data released by the Fair Wednesday.
Shade and seating are available throughout the grounds to provide a break from the summer sun. Fairgoers need only look for the canopies, which are also marked on the daily maps and in the gatebook. Photo provided

Shade and seating are available throughout the grounds to provide a break from the summer sun. Fairgoers need only look for the canopies, which are also marked on the daily maps and in the gatebook. Photo provided

More shade added for Nebraska State Fair

News Staff
Wednesday, August 23, 2023
GRAND ISLAND — You literally can have it made in the shade at the Nebraska State Fair — almost twice as much as before. Knowing the importance of finding a cool spot to have a bite, take a break or watch the fair go by, fair officials have invested about $25,000 in additional shade.
With the theme “Whatever Your Flavor,” the Nebraska State Fair is Aug. 25-Sept. 4 in Grand Island. Photo provided

With the theme “Whatever Your Flavor,” the Nebraska State Fair is Aug. 25-Sept. 4 in Grand Island. Photo provided

State Fair sets aside day to honor Nebraska veterans

News Staff
Wednesday, August 23, 2023
GRAND ISLAND — Veterans will take center stage during the final day of the Nebraska State Fair, Monday, Sept. 4. “We moved Veteran’s Day to Labor Day after getting feedback from many vets last year,” said Karli Schulz, Entertainment and Events Director.
Kameran Dostal has been selected as the 2023 NATA Elementary Art Educator of the Year. Photo provided

Kameran Dostal has been selected as the 2023 NATA Elementary Art Educator of the Year. Photo provided

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Dostal named Art Educator of the Year

Ncj Staff Report
Wednesday, August 23, 2023
KEARNEY — The Nebraska Art Teachers Association (NATA) is thrilled to announce that Kameran Dostal has been selected as the recipient of the prestigious 2023 NATA Elementary Art Educator of the Year award.