Kats’ Korner: Happy New Year

It is that time of year. Time to reflect on the year we will be ringing out in a few hours, and time to anticipate hopes and dreams for the year to come.

As I reflect on 2013, there are so many things that come to mind.

My life has seen many changes this year. The first change was becoming a college graduate with a degree in Journalism. I finally made a dream come true! This also influenced my second change.

The second change was quitting my job at the Oakland Independent/Lyons Mirror-Sun.

There were many reasons I made that decision. The most prominent reason was unhappiness. Nobody should work in an environment that is no longer fulfilling. As my education progressed, the work environment changed. One day, with the support of my husband, I moved on.

We had discussed future plans many times. Once the decision was made, progress began.

I am thrilled to be serving so many people in so many areas of Northeast Nebraska. I am pleased to let you know more and more people are following my paper every day, through many aspects of social media. I have visited with so many people from all over the world! Technology is amazing for this type of newspaper! What a blessed adventure this has been.

Thank you all for your continued support.  I am anticipating a thriving 2014!

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The next biggest change for me in 2013 was being appointed to the Oakland City Council.

I was shocked that I was chosen, as I am sure there were other worthy people that were willing to serve.

I have been on the council for nearly three months. I have learned a great deal in such a short time.

It takes a great deal to maintain a city, keeping it running, serving the citizens, the many tasks that come along are more than most people are aware of, including me until now.

I am honored to be on the city council. It is very important to me, as I want to do the best that I can for the citizens of Oakland.

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The most important part about every year is my family and friends. I love each and every one of you. I wish you nothing but happiness in the coming year and every year thereafter.

Happy New Year. Take Care, hug your loved ones and God Bless all of you.

See you next year!