The American Red Cross is facing a national blood crisis. This has raised a great deal of concern all across the nation, leading to blood shortages and high risks to patient care. These shortages have led to critical decision making for doctors about what individuals should receive blood first.
The Mullen Book Club will be discussing “The Boys in the Boat: Nine Americans and Their Epic Quest for Gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics” by Daniel James Brown at their next meeting on Wednesday, March 16. They will meet at 6:00 p.m. at the Mullen Arts Center. Zoom is available upon request.
by Zach Wendling, Nebraska News Service
Sen. Megan Hunt of Omaha on Feb. 19, requested an investigation into now former Sen. Mike Groene of North Platte.
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-Neb.) has announced her staff is hosting virtual local office hours for constituents in Hooker, Thomas and Grant counties on Thursday, Feb. 24, 2022.
Thedford – Here are a few updates from your Nebraska Extension office serving Blaine, Thomas, Hooker and Grant counties.
Valentines for Veterans: Thank you to everyone that joined us for the Valentines for Veterans workshop!
A meeting of the Hooker County Historical Society was held at the Old Hotel/Museum on Thursday, Jan. 27. In attendance were Ted and Sue Bonesteel, Charlie Jones, Ken Clark, Peggy Marsh and new member Jason Coble.
This year is an election year, with the Primary Election to be May 10, 2022, and the General Election Nov. 8, 2022.
Many public offices are up for election this year, including several local positions.
To the residents of Hooker, Thomas and Grant counties, as well as families of these counties,
I am a nurse that has worked as needed (PRN) for Pioneer Memorial Rest Home for around six years. We ranch so sometimes I have worked full time and other times just when needed, and I was/am able to come.
The Sandhills Journey National Scenic Byway annual conference was held Saturday, Feb. 5 at the One Box in Broken Bow. Throughout the afternoon a vendor showcase was offered by a variety of vendors. Meetings were also held to offer assistance and ideas to byway members and guests.