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Jaden Hagemann and Logan Spence, juniors at Boone Central High School, have been chosen to attend American Legion Cornhusker Boys State, June 2-8, 2024, at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln downtown campus.

Sometimes, life can throw you curveballs, and you may not always hit them out of the park. Eighth graders from Boone Central Schools learned that and more during their “Reality 101” program on Tuesday, April 9.

First Communion was held at St. Michael’s Catholic Church on Sunday, April 7, 2024 at a 2 p.m. Mass. Communicants were (front, l. to r.) Julia Niewohner, Laurisa Miller, Morgan Michael, Emmery Pelster, Nora Flanagan, Elaine Reinhart, Hadley Dwyer, Jaida Bittner, Lillian Reinhart and Vanessa Buschow; (middle) Noah Borer, Dawson Pelster, Jetsyn Bader, Henry Nelson, Nolan Stowell, Jase Bittner and Lane Fiala; (back) Mrs. Lynzee Nelson, Fr. Mark Tomasiewicz and Mrs. Brenda Frey.

Following the delivery of her daughter, Jessica Reich experienced complications requiring several units of blood. Jessica’s life was saved by those transfusions, along with the caring staff of the Boone County Health Center who went above and beyond.

Pat Miller and David Shipley, four-hand keyboard entertainers and fan favorites at area events, will provide a musical program after the annual Immanuel Zion (IZ) salad supper to be held Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at 6 p.m.

A special benefit event is planned for Teigyn Reynolds, infant daugher of Skylar and Cabre (Johnson) Reynolds, at Ewing on Sunday, April 14. Teigyn was diagnosed with a rare lung disorder, and funds are being raised for a portable oxygen machine to make trips to doctor’s appointments safer for her.

Pat Miller and David Shipley, four-hand keyboard entertainers and fan favorites at area events, will provide a musical program after the annual Immanuel Zion (IZ) salad supper to be held Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at 6 p.m.

There were plenty of eggs for all at the annual Albion Chamber of Commerce Easter Egg Hunt last Saturday at GSS Albion Wolf Home. Here are a few candid shots of the annual gathering..

Leanne Atwood was recognized as the National Ever Forward Leader Champion by Good Samaritan Society President and CEO Nate Schema on Thursday, March 14. Leanne was nominated for this award by multiple coworkers for many reasons.

“We had a group of very strong leading actors and actresses for this show, with great support from the Ensemble. There were a lot of scene changes, and we had a lot of people step up backstage to make the transitions run smoothly. It was a challenge putting it all together, but I was extremely pleased with the end result. The highlight for me is seeing our kids reach their potential.”-- Director Michele Wright