Elgin-native physician joining BCHC staff
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Boone County Health Center has announced that Dr. Nicole Kramer will be joining the area medical practice in the fall of 2027.
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“Lose It Challenge” winners announced
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This year, Antelope Memorial Hospital’s “Move it 2 Lose it Challenge” was held for 11 weeks from January 6th through March 21st. It was coordinated by Vanessa Carpenter, AMH Wellness Director.
Burn pit fire extinguished, no burning
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At 8:45 p.m. Saturday evening the Petersburg fire Department was called to the site of a burn pit fire 4 ½ miles south of Petersburg where rubbish and other material had been lit.
Pool league finishes up season Wednesday
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Wednesday evening was the finale of the Wednesday night pool games at the Legion and four players came out on top.
Scholl named “Driver of the Year”
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Jerel Scholl, a dedicated professional truck driver for C.R. England, was named the company’s 2024 Driver of the Year.
Pool League coming to season finale...
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With the coming of spring its nearly time to rack up the pool cues and close out the Wednesday pool season at the Post 334 American Legion Club. Wednesday evening trophy winners for the week were Boomer Baumgartner and Maureen Seier.
BCDA awards Kidz Life business grant
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Last week, the Boone County Development Agency (BCDA) presented a $1,500 check to Jacii Lopez, owner of A Kidz Life 2 Daycare, located in Petersburg.
Heithoff named CCO at GPS Bank
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Great Plains State Bank has announced the promotion of Todd Heithoff to Chief Credit Officer. As the CCO, Heithoff will oversee all credit operations and maintain his position as Market President for the Petersburg Branch.
Bloodmobile surpasses goal, picks up multiple “Power Reds”
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According to Red Cross blood drive coordinators Kathy Koch and JoAnn Mattner the February 4 blood drive collected 46 units surpassing a goal of 42, with Power Reds products at 11.
GPS Bank named for Regional award by Newsweek magazine
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Great Plains State Bank has been named Best Regional Bank by Newsweek for 2025. CEO and President Rick Chochon said, “it is an honor to be recognized for our growth as well as the success of the trust and partnerships we have established within the communities we serve.
