Traditionally, the Northwest Dave Gee Invitational in Grand Island is one of the tougher meets in which to compete in Nebraska. But, in the past few years, the meet has been ramped up several degrees to become the toughest meet in Nebraska after the State Meet.

Free Fishing and Park Entry Day in Nebraska will be May 16. Enjoy a Saturday of fishing or state park activities without the need to purchase a fishing or Nebraska Vehicle Park Entry Permit for the day.

Albion Fire and Rescue were called to a possible fire at the Boone County Courthouse on Tuesday afternoon. Firefighters joined Albion Police and the Boone County Sheriff’s office as courthouse patrons, attorneys and employees gathered on the lawn outside to wait for the final clear.

On April 8th, the Boone County Foundation Fund (BCFF), an affiliated fund of the Nebraska Community Foundation (NCF), awarded $56,100 in grant funding to 20 local charitable projects. During the event, hosted at Highway 14 Brewing Company, fund advisory committee members shared information about who the BCFF is, how the organization is funded, and how its unrestricted endowment continues to provide the funds needed to make a meaningful impact on the county.