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Nebraska’s hospitals will benefit from new state legislation that will maximize the federal financial resources available to them. The new law signed last Friday by Gov.

Boone County Ag Society is announcing a new addition this year to the open class needlework division: Quilt Squares. Anyone, any age, can have fun with this project.

A special benefit event is planned for Teigyn Reynolds, infant daugher of Skylar and Cabre (Johnson) Reynolds, at Ewing on Sunday, April 14. Teigyn was diagnosed with a rare lung disorder, and funds are being raised for a portable oxygen machine to make trips to doctor’s appointments safer for her.

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In recent weeks, the American Red Cross has seen a positive increase in blood and platelet donations, but steady appointments are still considered vital this spring for patients relying on care all season long.

I’m hearing many of the same old arguments regarding property tax relief that I’ve heard in previous years. It looks like this will be the primary focus of the Nebraska Legislature again this week.

Ruth Zrust of Albion, retired teacher and speech coach at Albion- Boone Central, received an Outstanding Service Award for Speech from the Nebraska School Activities Association last Thursday, March 21.

Grain entrapment is one of the biggest safety risks faced by farmers. This year, Nebraska Corn Board (NCB) and Nebraska Soybean Board (NSB) have partnered together for the 2024 Stand Up 4 Grain Safety Week “because everyone deserves to go home from work each day.” The goal is to raise awareness among farmers and agricultural workers about the importance of safety when working in and around grain bins.

Central Community College was a top 10 finalist for the prestigious Bellwether Award, which was presented at the 2024 Community College Futures Assembly on Feb. 27 in San Antonio, TX.

St. Michael’s Parish sponsored its annual St.