Syracuse PTO kicks off spring plant sale
The Syracuse Parent Teacher Organization has announced the kick off of its Annual Spring Plant Sale. The sale runs from March 3 through March 21.
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State Patrol K9s receive protective vest donation Nebraska State Patrol K9’s Jerry, Amos, Chase, Ezra, Fahn, Gable, Havik, Lee, Malloy, and Tilt have received bullet and stab protective vests, thanks to a charitable donation from the nonprofit organization Vested Interest in K9s Inc. K9 Jerry’s vest was sponsored by an anonymous donor and was embroidered with the sentiment “Honoring those who served and sacrificed.” K9 Amos’s vest was sponsored by Bridget McGowan of Tehachapi, Calif., and has been embroidered with the sentiment “In honor of all working, retired and departed K9s.” K9 Chase and K9 Lee’s vests were sponsored by the Bomonti Family of Renton, Wash., and have been embroidered with the sentiment “In memory of Janice Bomonti.” K9’s Ezra, Fahn, Gable, Havik, Malloy and Tilt’s vests were sponsored using general funds and have been embroidered with the sentiment “This gift of protection provided by Vested Interest in K9s Inc.” Vested Interest in K9s, Inc.
NORMAN LOUIS ROYAL
Norman Louis Royal, 81, of Syracuse, passed away Tuesday, March 14, 2023, at his home in Syracuse. He was bom March 17, 1941, to William and Millicent (Poggemeyer) Royal in Syracuse. After high school, Nonn entered the Anny Reserve and served his country from 1964 1970. Upon completion of his service, he attended business college, eventually owning and operating two small businesses, Norm’s Variety & Crafts and a bowling alley, Royal Lanes. In addition to his business endeavors, Nonn kept busy as a member of the Syracuse Fire Department and as a member of the Knights of Columbus. Throughout the years he would also work as a cashier, for both Casey’s and the Nutcracker gas stations.
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month which brings awareness of the need for people to access life-saving resources that prevent, detect, and treat colorectal cancer (CRC). Early-age onset CRC diagnoses are rising by 2% annually with well over 100,000 new cases each year, and by 2030 it is predicted that CRC will be the leading cause of death in people under age 50.
Steamboat Trace Grand Re-Opening celebration, 5K Depot Dash set April 15
The Nemaha Natural Resources District (NRD) is celebrating the Grand Re-Opening of the Steamboat Trace on April 15, 2023. The Grand Re-Opening ceremony will take place at 8:30 a.m. at the Peru Depot Trailhead located in Peru. Following the ceremony runners and walkers are invited to participate in the 5K Depot Dash at 9 a.m. Registration for the Depot Dash is required and can be found at www. getmeregistered.com/DepotDash or on the Nemaha NRD’s website under “News”. Registration costs $25 through March 30 and $30 until April 13. Following the Depot Dash, the village of Peru is hosting a pancake feed from 9 a.m. until around noon at the Peru City Hall (614 5th Street Peru, NE). Please visit www.perunebraska.org for more information as the date gets closer.
Invisibility, leprechauns and national pride tied to wearing green
Part of what makes celebrating St. Patrick’s Day so enjoyable is the scores of traditions surrounding the holiday. The month of March ushers in parades, festive foods, lively music, and as much green attire as a person can handle.
Syracuse Council approves youth activities
At their regularly scheduled meeting on March 8, the Syracuse City Council approved two agenda items for youth activities. Williams Park will again be the site of the Annual Easter Egg Hunt on April 8. The Council also approved the closing of Williams Park low water crossing for the youth portion of the Shamrock Shuffle on March 25.
County employee personnel policies to be reviewed, updated
The Otoe County Board of Commissioners approved reviewing and updating the county’s personnel policy during the board’s March 14 meeting. Board Chair Jerad Sornson appointed a committee consisting of Otoe County District 1 Commissioner Charles Cole, Otoe County Deputy Attorney Sarah Wiltse, Otoe County Assessor Kristi Smallfoot, Otoe County Clerk Jennifer Bassinger, and Otoe County Sheriff Colin Caudill to review the current policy, with the goal of having a revised policy in place by the end of the county’s fiscal year on June 30.
Arbor Day Foundation named partner in Girl Scout Tree Promise
Girl Scouts of the USA is one step closer to fulfilling the Girl Scout Tree Promise, thanks to a new partnership with the Arbor Day Foundation. As the world’s largest membership nonprofit dedicated to planting trees, the Arbor Day Foundation brings momentum to Girl Scouts’ commitment to 5 million climate supportive actions by 2026, including planting trees, protecting existing canopies, and providing tree education for Girl Scouts.