June 2024

Body The final footings for a lot containing a portion of the former Dunes Motel in Albion was removed this past week. This picture was taken south of Runza and behind CarQuest of Albion, where a backhoe removed the concrete foundation of the former site and leveled the ground.

Body In the midst of the “buzz” over the weekend – the car show, alumni reunion, street dance and more – most, if not all cell phones in the area were also buzzing with extra excitement as severe weather rolled through the area in somewhat spectacular fashion.

Body A Mass of Christian Burial for Dean S. Henn, 91 of Elgin, will be 10:30 a.m.

Body Boone County Health Center (BCHC) has announced the appointment of Dana Cox to its Board of Directors. Cox, a community leader and business owner, brings valuable experience and a commitment to advancing healthcare services in our local area.

Body Midstates Data Transport, LLC (d/b/a Stealth Broadband) has announced it has been awarded a Capital Funds Project (CPF) grant of nearly $2.2 million to bring high-speed bbe Internet to unserved areas of Boone County.

Body Top left and center -- Two of the show cars on display at the 14-32 Cruisers Show & Shine on June 8 at the Highway 14 Park. Nearly 50 vehicles were displayed at the show.

Body Dry conditions the past few years have reduced, natural grasshopper population controls that thrive in warm, humid weather.