Southwest Nebraska Public Health Department (SWNPHD) is reminding everyone that getting the pneumococcal vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has updated guidelines so that more people can now get this important shot starting at age 50.

A Memorial Service and inurnment for Bonita Sturgis will be held at a later date. Bonita M.

The Eustis American Legion Auxiliary held a banquet recently and speaking during the evening were Christian Maurer, Boys State representative and Bentley Stubbs, Girls State representative. Helen Dutton, (Right) was recognized as a 10 year Auxiliary member.

But Southwest didn’t travel to Kearney for a coronation. Like they have all season, the Roughriders battled.

The Maywood Future Business Leaders of America recently hosted a soup luncheon and silent auction to support the Frontier County Ambulance Fund. The goal of this fundraiser is to help purchase a power load system for the ambulance stretcher — essential equipment that allows EMTs to transport patients more safely and efficiently while reducing physical strain on volunteers. If you were unable to attend but would still like to contribute, donations can be sent to the Frontier County Ambulance Fund. Your support helps ensure our community’s emergency responders have the tools they need to continue providing exceptional care. Shown in the picture are Sawyer Dibbern, Blayklee Farr, First Responder Michael Fisher, Dallas Grunden, and Raelene Lanning.

Ona Malleck was born on October 20, 1939, in Lebanon, Nebraska to Fay and Tena (Rhonke) Larson. Ona was a proud graduate of Lebanon High School, graduating with the class of 1957. Ona married Thomas Malleck in Indianola, Nebraska in 1958; they first made a home in Holdrege, Nebraska prior to settling in Indianola in 1958. Ona and Thomas divorced in 1988, but their life together created a family and legacy that will carry her memory for generations to come.

Elwood’s Old Fashioned Christmas celebration is set for Monday, December 8. Downtown businesses will be open for refreshments and drawings from 4 p.m.

The Nebraska Hospital Association (NHA) recognized Nebraska member hospital employees by bestowing them with the organization’s prestigious The Caring Kind award. Among the awarded was Katie Brooks, OT of Tri Valley Health System.

Step into a world of wonder as you climb aboard the Curtis Express on the evening of December 14th, where the spirit of the holidays comes alive through twinkling lights, story time, and a journey straight to the North Pole!

Eustis Farnam High School National Honor Society members are Jennae Brockmeier, Bentley Stubbs, Ethan Oberg, Shelby Jurjens, Brecken Hecox, Maryah Oberg, Christian Maurer, Cole Dean, Bladen Williams, Lauryn Ruda, Olivia Wall, Whitney Page. Maryah Oberg, Cole Dean are the new members.