Babbling Brook
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I get it - social media is super handy. It’s a vote for self-reliance, it’s a vote for “knowledge is power” or whatever thing you want to add to it.
June 2026
Valuation protests need to be filed by June 30
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Summer is right around the corner, so this week, I would like to provide a reminder of two important deadlines that occur on Tuesday, June 30th. First, June 30th is the last day for individuals to file for a Homestead Exemption for property tax relief.
Three added to ACT Board
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Students who earn an ACT score of 27 or above are recognized on the school ACT board for their academic achievement. Congratulations to Preston Rawson, Isaac Meyer, and Andrew Matson, who are recipients for the 2025–2026 school year.
Summer Enrichment held at Olson Preserve
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For the thirtieth year, 44 sixth and seventh graders from Boone Central and St. Michael’s took part in a summer enrichment program at Olson Nature Preserve on May 26-28.
Missoula Theatre to start auditions on June 15
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The Albion Area Arts Council has continued plans to welcome the Missoula Children’s Theatre back to Albion June 15–20 with this year’s production of “The Emperor’s New Clothes!” All students who have completed Kindergarten through the 12th grade are invited to audition and participate in the week-long theatre training and play at the end of the week with a number of performances. “With 50–60 roles available, this is a wonderful opportunity for local youth to gain confidence, make new friends, and experience the magic of live theatre!” Auditions will be held on Monday, June 15, with registration starting at 11:30 a.m.
Babbling Brook
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I get it - social media is super handy. It’s a vote for self-reliance, it’s a vote for “knowledge is power” or whatever thing you want to add to it.
St. Edward alumni gather
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The St. Edward High school alumni organization held its annual gathering this past weekend with groups from 2026, 2001 and 1976 recognized as the honored classes this year.
Record holder within short drive from Albion
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Located 34 miles west and north of Albion on highway # 91 is “Pibel Lake” home of “Nebraska’s largest Eastern Cottonwood Tree”. So now is the time for a short road trip to see a “National Champion” tree.
St. Edward honors 50-year class...
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Class of 1976, back row (l to r): Morrie Bauster, Terry Evans, Kent Cruise, Kevin Kasper, Bill Wells, Jack Nordeen, Doug Sindelar, Mark Drog, Todd Meredith and Ralph VanMeter; front row (l to r): Bob Nicklasson, LaRae (Kearney) Chohon, Sherry (Channer) Gray, Darlene (Mausbach) Cruise, Tami (Green) Schademan, Lorna Keaney, Tami (Niemann) Jenkins and Cynthia (Dawson) Feeser; front row (floor): David Nieman. Not pictured, but at supper, Dave Johnson.
Helpful collections during cleanup days
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Albion looks better already, A lot of old and Junk cars and pickups were moved from a business across the street north of the old NAPA building for a business move..
