Petersburg Press

Boone Central industrial arts students have combined art and Nebraska history with metal working skills for a special project this year. They are involved in the Ken Iverson Project, a sculpture-making project and contest involving area schools in a collaborative effort between various disciplines.

Dave Stoddard, president of the Northeast Nebraska All Star Football Classic Board of Directors, has announced coaches, officials, and player rosters for the 2024 game. Mike Hassler of Wakefield and Cory Valasek of Riverside Schools have been named head coaches for the 11th Red vs.

Cardinal speech team brought home yet another sweepstakes championship from the Battle Creek Braves Classic tournament last Saturday, Feb. 17, at Battle Creek.

Members of the Antelope Boone County (ABC) Club met on Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2024 in the 123 Main building for their monthly meeting with Linda as leader.

Boone Central FFA is celebrating National FFA Week with special events from Feb. 19-25.

Boone County Commissioners on Monday appointed Tana McMillan Dozler as the new Boone County Veterans Service Officer. She started her new duties on Monday, and will be in training for several months with former Veterans Service Officer Jacqueline Wells.

Boone Central FFA Chapter has eight members who recently qualified for state competition and received Golds awards in Proficiency. The state qualifiers include: • Brant Benes in beef production • Bella Meyer in sales and service • Audra Groth in diversified livestock production • Katelyn Krohn in hospitality, restaurant and tourism • Briana Johnson in health and human services • Cassidy Maricle in sheep production • Britney Naber in ag processing • Ava Buhlmann in veterinary science.

Boone County Health Center (BCHC) has announced the appointment of Will Zoucha to its Foundation Board. With a deep-rooted connection to the community and a passion for quality healthcare, Zoucha brings a wealth of experience and dedication to his new role.

It’s one of the most exciting weekends of the Nebraska winter athletic calendar. District wrestling. State bound or done for wrestlers who have given their all throughout the season. One chance, one shot. Drama, indeed.

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