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Scott Miller, lead line technician for the Cornhusker Public Power District Albion crew, recently marked his 25-year service anniversary. Miller was a graduate of Plainview High School.

Ash Ballentine of Saint Edward is among 200 Husker undergraduates who have been awarded stipends by the University of Nebraska-Lincoln to participate in research with a faculty mentor this fall. Ballentine, a senior majoring in history, will participate in the project “Religion, Women and Media: How the IBLP Uses Social Media to Control the Lives of Women” as part of Nebraska’s Undergraduate Creative Activities and Research Experiences Program, which supports undergraduates to work with faculty mentors in research or creative activities.

The Mansfield Foundation grants for 2024 have been announced, benefitting multiple organizations and projects around the Albion community with $250,000 this year. The non-profit organization, founded in the mid 1980’s by the estate of Albion natives Wesley and Irene Mansfield began as a funding mechanism for Nebraska and Iowa Colleges and Universities.

The third annual Don Friese golf open was hosted by the Petersburg American Legion Post 334 with 12 teams competing on the Petersburg course. Friese is remembered as a long time Legion member and avid golfer.

The 7th Pulling for Patriots Tractor Pull was held Sunday the 8th at the Fireman’s Park in Newman Grove. It was very well attended..

The Albion Farmers Market was held at the Venue in downtown Albion over the weekend. Shoppers were greeted by vendors or all types, and proceeds of the event were used to help fund and encourage a youth entrepreneur in their venture.

The Boone County Development Agency (BCDA) has announced the addition of Caleb Poore to its board of directors. Poore serves as the President and CEO of Boone County Health Center (BCHC) and brings additional economic development experience to BCDA.

Youth at St. Michael’s helped to move boxes, restock and reorganize items for Mission Possible in downtown Albion last week. The helpful volunteers included, back row (l to r): Josie Rother, Morgan McGill, Zita Meyer, Quinn Sullivan, Cory Hellbusch; and front row: Clara Morrow, Hope Nore, Kaitlyn Dodds, Grace Nore.

Boone County Health Center (BCHC) has announced the addition of Shirley Berger to its Foundation Board. Berger, a farmer/rancher wife and bookkeeper, brings financial knowledge and dedication to her new role, rooted in a deep commitment to the community and BCHC’s mission.

Cornhusker Power Goodwill Fund trustees awarded $2,541 to 12 organizations at the August 12 meeting. Cornhusker Public Power District CEO/GM Clay Gibbs said, “These organizations are doing great things in the community, and we are very proud to be a part of it.