June 2026

Larsen named Region III Outstanding Principal

1 week ago By News Staff

Boone Central High School Principal Ethan Larsen has been chosen as the Region III winner of the Nebraska State Association of Secondary School Principals as this year’s “Outstanding New Principal.”

Cardinals wrap season at State tourney in Grand Island

1 week ago By News Staff

The Boone Central Boys golf team traveled to the Indianhead Golf Club in Grand Island for the 2026 Class C boys golf tournament this past week for two days of competition against members of 14 other teams.

Boone Central Golf Team: Coach Eric Albers, Preston Hooker, Dayton Choat, Riley Nelson, Jace Rasmussen, Dalton Rolf and Coach Karsen Klooz. Photo from Boone Central social media, of District finsih.

Jim “Doc” T. Ridgeway, 88

1 week ago By News Staff

A Military Graveside Service for Jim “Doc” T. Ridgeway, 88, of Albion was held at 1:30 p.m., Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at Rose Hill Cemetery, Albion.

Koeppen racks up the mileage

1 week ago By News Staff

Colin Koeppen of Albion, who turned 81 years of age on his last birthday, has walked the Boone County Trails System, which he refers to as the “trail” 2000 times plus a trip around the park. That adds up to 3500 miles.

Colin Koeppen marked his 2,000th lap this past week.

Supper held to benefit American Legion Post #334 in Petersburg, NE

1 week ago By News Staff

Sunday evening a freewill donation sloppy joe supper was served in the Petersburg American Legion Post 334 Club. Attendees enjoyed sloppy joes with a large selection of salads and dessert.

Judy J. Choat, 82

1 week ago By News Staff

Funeral services for Judy J. Choat, 82, of Albion, will be 11:00 a.m., Thursday, May 28, 2026 at Levander Funeral Home in Albion.