Anderson takes position at Pinnacle Trust

Lynda Anderson, a Crete native and financial industry veteran with 27 years of experience, has joined Pinnacle Trust Services in Beatrice. In her role, which began in November, Anderson focuses …

Conner Kohout and grandfather Marvin Kohout, retiring Saline County Commissioner, compare their Northen Pike catches on their fishing trip to Canada. Marvin plans to spend much of his retirement fishing with family.

Casting off: After two decades, Kohout retires to reel in more time on the water

For 20 years, Marvin Kohout has been a steadfast presence on the county board, dedicating himself to infrastructure improvements, wellness initiatives and public service. But as he steps into …

Friend resident welcomed to prestigious state board

Ann Bruntz of Friend has spent decades pouring effort into community organizations and improvement projects. Now, her leadership and love for the place she calls home have landed her a spot on …

A tea party steeped in style

Hollis Home & Co. owner Jacklyn Hirschler is blending tradition and modern elegance for her shop’s first Hollis Home Table tea party this month. The celebration, set for Saturday, Jan. …

Friend’s floral icon retires in full bloom

After 26 years of filling homes and hearts with beautiful blooms, Gretta Stutzman is hanging up her florist’s apron and stepping into retirement. The Blue Blossom Floral owner said she has …

Udderly Naked is back

Wendy Jones, a local entrepreneur and full-time student, is breathing new life into her handcrafted soap business, Udderly Naked, LLC. After a pause due to life changes and the pandemic, Jones …

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Logan Zimmerman of Wilber-Clatonia takes down Arapahoe's Briggs Hill during a dual Jan. 10 at Wilber.

WC wrestlers second in home duals

Close calls fill week for WCHS boys

Wilber-Clatonia’s boys’ basketball team had a week of close calls on the hardwood. The Wolverines played two overtime games and another that ended with a five-point differential. …

Freeman upends Tri County twice

The Tri County boys battled three tough opponents last week and recorded one win. TC lost to Exeter-Milligan-Friend 58-47, beat Fairbury 53-48 and lost to Freeman 71-45. The Trojans came out …

TC girls fall in MUDECAS opener

The Tri County girls’ basketball team entered the MUDECAS tournament on the heels of two wins. TC beat Exeter-Milligan-Friend 56-38 Jan. 7 and topped Fairbury 68-39 Jan. 9. Coach Mike …

Wilber-Clatonia's Hannah Kohout, left, and Haleah Schuerman try to beat JCC to the ball Jan. 9.

Wolverines see areas of improvement

“Which box will we check off today?” That’s the question Coach Mason Pelchat and the Wilber-Clatonia girls’ basketball team are answering this season. …

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Wilber-Clatonia's Hadley Brollini looks for room to drive to the hoop against Johnson County Central Jan. 9.

Birthdays

Elvin Filipi to celebrate 85th birthday

Elvin Filipi of Tobias will celebrate his 85th birthday early next month. He was born Dec. 8, 1939, in Tobias. His family members include his wife, Rose; daughter and son-In-law, Beth and …

Kathy Vosoba to celebrate 90th birthday

Kathy Vosoba (formerly of Wilber) will turn 90 on Thursday, Oct. 24. She was a promoter of the Wilber Czech Festival from the beginning. To help Kathy celebrate, cards may be sent to 7655 …

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Genie and Terry Dittmer to celebrate 50th anniversary

Genie and Terry Dittmer of Crete will celebrate their 50th anniversary later this month. They were married Sept. 28, 1974, in Columbus. Their family members include, daughter, Staci and …

Jim and Elaine Korinek to celebrate 55th anniversary

Jim and Elaine (Wattjes) Korinek will celebrate their 55th wedding anniversary this week. They were married Sunday, Aug. 24, 1969, at the First Lutheran Church in Wilber. Family members include …

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