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Wirges, Thiem honored for sacrifice

3 months ago By News Staff

Body A special dedication ceremony was held at St. John’s Cemetery honoring two servicemen who gave their lives in the line of duty, William “Bill” Thiem, Sgt US Army Co C 2 Infantry 1 Infantry Division Killed in Action Vietnam November 27,1968 Binh Duong Prov Vietnam Sgt.

Deacon John Starman blessing the new installments at the ceremony.

Many attend Memorial Day event; special presentations made

3 months ago By News Staff

Body Commander Hank Thieman welcomed attendees to the American Legion Post #334 Memorial Day program saying the group has been blessed with a great day and reminded everyone that “ were” today to honor those who gave it all for freedom so we could have it all.”

With primary over, general up next

3 months ago By News Staff

Body By: Senator Barry DeKay Last year, I highlighted several ballot initiatives that have been approved by the Secretary of State for circulation ahead of this year’s November General Election.

Election results to be canvassed May 21

3 months ago By News Staff

Body The following are a more filled retelling of unofficial primary election results for local races in Boone County as reported on Tuesday evening. Canvassing for “official” numbers will be held on May 21.

Pool hoped to open Memorial Day

3 months ago By From The Library Newsletter

Body City maintenance employees are putting the finishing touches on the swimming pool in preparation of opening day on Memorial Day, Monday, May 25. The pool will operate this summer under the co-management of Gracie Baker, Trinity Sindelar, and Kendra Werner.

Loup pays dividends

3 months ago By News Staff

Body Loup Power District recently delivered lease payments totaling more than $1.7 million to area communities. Each of the communities owns their electric distribution systems.

Raceway opens season May 8

3 months ago By News Staff

Body Boone County Raceway results are listed below from the track’s opening night, on May 8, “Mother’s Night.” The track’s opening night was cancelled on May 1 because of weather.

Dunk rank reward for fundraising efforts

3 months ago By News Staff

Body Students earned the chance to dunk several teachers — and even the principal — in a dunk tank, as a reward and part of a fundraiser opportunity this year. Participating staff members included Mrs.

Power pole struck by storm

3 months ago By News Staff

Body Sunday evening May 17 at 7:55 p.m. the Petersburg fire department was alerted by a passerby to fire on an electric pole which had been struck by lightning located on Beaver RD and 170 Street west of town.

Boone Central graduates Class of 2026...

3 months ago By News Staff

Body The Boone Central Class of 2026 is featured inside this week’s edition.

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