Memorial Day service held Monday
May 31, 2011
Neal Claar
During the service, eal Claar was recognized. Neal sustained serious injuries while serving in Afghanistan. “Neal has made a remarkable recovery, and we must always remember he was fighting for our country,” said Thieman. Claar is in the final stages of recovery. He said the support of the community, family and friends have helped tremendously.
More details in the June 1 Petersburg Press Print and Electronic Editions.
Memorial Day speaker focuses on day’s meaning
May 31, 2011
Veterans advance the colors for Monday’s Memorial Day program.
The young Guardsman was guest speaker for Memorial Day ceremonies held Monday, May 30, in warm and windy conditions at the Boone County Courthouse.
“Our celebration today serves as proof that we have not forgotten, and will not forget, those who sacrificed to preserve our freedoms,” said Holton.
Additional details in the June 1 Albion News Print and Electronic Editions.
Alumni events set for June 18
May 31, 2011
Albion and Boone Central Alumni recently announced a number of activities that will be held during Alumni Weekend on Saturday, June 18.
The schedule will include the annual Cardinal Run for all ages at 8 a.m., second annual “Smoke n Chrome on Main” car show downtown from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., an 18-hole golf scramble tournament at Albion Country Club, a co-ed sand volleyball tournament starting at 9 a.m. at the faigrounds, the evening Alumni Banquet at the Event Center on the fairgrounds, and an alumni dance starting at 8 p.m. at The J Sports Bar and Grill.
Details in the June 1 Albion News Print and Electronic Editions.
Finances are struggle for Albion Senior Center
May 31, 2011
As the Albion Senior Center looks back to a year ago, not much has changed financially. It continues the struggle to stay afloat.
The number of people who use the center needs to increase, as well as the amount of funds coming into the facility, according to manager LeAnn Lindgren.
The center has fallen short of meeting its financial goals each month.
This shortage is happening due to a variety of reasons, but most directly due to decreased funding from the Northeast Area Agency on Aging (NEAAA) and the decline in the number of people who use the center for meals.
More details in the June 1 Albion News Print and Electronic Editions.
Liz Hunt is named ‘Living Auxiliary Member’
May 31, 2011
Liz Hunt
In her honor, an American Flag, which had flown over the U.S. Capitol, was raised at Albion’s downtown mini-park. An engraved plaque was also installed on the flagpole there.
Details in the June 1 Albion News Print and Electronic Editions.
Mass of Thanksgiving set for Rev. James Weeder
May 31, 2011
Rev. James Weeder
A First Mass of Thanksgiving will be held at St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Albion on Sunday, June 5, at 3 p.m. An open house will follow at the Event Center at the Boone County Fairgrounds.
Details in the June 1 Albion News Print and Electronic Editions.
Final plans underway for BCHC Gala
May 31, 2011
Miss America Teresa Scanlan models the hat she wore for the Kentucky Scholarship event during the 2011 Kentucky Derby.
The gala is scheduled for Wednesday, June 29, at the Boone County Event Center in Albion. Miss Scanlan will take center stage to give an inspirational speech and play the piano piece she performed during the Miss America Contest.
“Ticket sales have been going well, with several large out-of-town groups buying large blocks of tickets,” said Aprill Murphy who is coordinating the event for the Health Center. “We have already sold close to half of the tickets for the main event.”
May 31, 2011
Robert J. Thiele
Robert James Thiele, 61, of Elgin, died Friday, May 27, 2011 at his home southwest of Elgin. A Mass of Christian Burial was held Tuesday, May 31 at St. Bonaventure Catholic Church in Raeville. Interment followed in the parish cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.huffmanlevander.com.
Dorothy Belgum
Dorothy Belgum, 82, Norfolk, formerly of Newman Grove, died Wednesday May 25, 2011 at Faith Regional Health Services in Norfolk. Funeral services were held Saturday, May 28 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Newman Grove. Burial was held in Hope Cemetery in Newman Grove.
Ruth E. Cornwell
Ruth Ella Cornwell, 103, of Bayard, formerly of Cedar Rapids, died Saturday, May 21, 2011 at the Chimney Rock Villa in Bayard. Funeral services were held Thursday, May 26 at Levander Funeral Home in Albion. Burial was in the Rose Hill Cemetery at Albion. Condolences may be sent to www.levanderfuneralhome.com.
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