Petersburg Press

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.

Valentine’s Day Ash Wednesday Feb. 14 Presidents’ Day Feb.

Blood drives will be held: • Tuesday, March 12, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Rick Pelster was present with questions regarding vacating an adjoining alley at the Petersburg Village Board meeting held Tuesday, Feb. 6, 2024.

Red Cross coordinators JoAnn Mattner and Kathy Koch stated there was a great response to the February blood drive which was dedicated to the memory of longtime Petersburg supporter Larry Temme. Fifty-two units of blood were collected, possibly saving 156 lives.

KEARNEY – The transition from high school to college was a “really big change” for Karlie Wies. Away from her family for the first time, the University of Nebraska at Kearney freshman was a little overwhelmed by this new environment and the prospect of “figuring everything out on your own.” Then she met Julie Everett.

Boone Central speech team captured runner-up honors in a 19-team field at the Wayne High/ Wayne State Classic Tournament last Saturday, Feb. 3.