Fremont Area Medical Center (FAMC) has scheduled a January 24 free introductory session for its “Create Your Weight” weight management series. This program was developed by registered dietitians, experts in nutritional care and weight management, and is based on guidelines from the American Dietetic Association and healthcare professionals.
Create Your Weight encompasses nutrition education, physical activity, and the role of behavioral therapy in weight reduction and weight management. Unlike most weight loss programs, Create Your Weight will provide participants with the knowledge and tools they need to successfully manage their weight forever simply by making better choices.
The program begins with a free introductory session and is followed by a nine-week course which includes:

    * Guidelines for weight management
    * Benefits of weight loss
    * Nutrition components
    * Body composition
    * Role of exercise
    * Behavior modification
    * Vitamins, minerals, and water
    * Food shopping and labels
    * Dining out and recipe modifications
    * Fad diets

This personalized program includes testing to determine individual calorie needs and is taught by a registered dietitian. The free introductory session is Monday, January 24, from 5:30–6:30 p.m., on the third floor of FAMC’s Health Park Plaza, located at 450 East 23rd Street in Fremont. Classes are scheduled for this time on Mondays through March 28. Cost of the program is $140; FAMC employees are eligible for a discounted rate.
To register or for more information about “Create Your Weight”, call (402) 727-3707.

Jeff Kuhr, executive director of the Three Rivers District Health Department, will be leaving his current post to become the public health director for the Mesa County Health Department in Grand Junction, Colorado. 

Longtime Fremont Mayor Donald “Skip” Edwards submitted his letter of resignation Wednesday morning.

By Tara Larson

Special to fremonter.com

The Fremont Learning Center is an alternative school for students who do not respond well to conventional ways of learning.
Students in grades 8 through 12 can attend, and those over 16 must get a job which they receive credit for. This alternative is more structured in academic and attendance.
Students get a more one-on-one experience with teachers, and get to work at there own pace.
Graduates from this alternative education also get a Fremont High School diploma. When students decide on the Learning Center they can no longer participate in extracurricular activities offered at the high school.
Steve Sexton, superintendent of Fremont Public Schools, spoke about how brochures are available and that they are looking into new ways to inform the public. He also said since the Learning Center and High School are not the same school or socially integrated the students can’t attend each others’ dances.
This is the similar to the way that Archbishop Bergan students can’t attend the Fremont High School dances.
 

Fremont will start its search for a new city administrator on Monday.

Without his technical training from Southeast Community College, Scott Getzschman wouldn’t be the successful businessman he is today.

The incumbents won the only two contested races in the Fremont area.

Ward 1 is the only contested Fremont City Council race in Tuesday’s election.
The race is between Republican Steve Navarrette, who was appointed to the vacant seat two years ago, and Democratic challenger Kevin Capron.
“I come without any personal agenda but bettering the city,” Navarrette said. “I think my experience and the fact that I can show up in January and know what I’m doing sets me apart. I think we need experience with the turnover we’re going to have on city council.”
He is a partner in the accounting firm Shaw, Hull & Navarrette and has considered himself a fremonter since he first came to town to attend Midland University in 1973. He touted his 30 years of government auditing experience through his business.
“Probably the biggest crisis we face is the budget crisis over the next four years,” Navarrette said. “One of my goals is to get more public input on the budget. We get virtually no feedback during budget sessions. We need to know what’s important to citizens.”
Capron also said he wants to keep a close eye on the city’s budget and wants to cut any unnecessary spending. He credits growing up in tough financial times for his philosophy.
“When I was growing up, my dad always asked me ‘Do you need it or do you want it?’” Capron said. “I would ask the city that question. If it’s something that’s needed, go for it. If it’s a want, you’re going to have to show me why and how we’ll pay for it.”
He also wants to work to attract more businesses to the city.
“We’re always being compared to Columbus and Norfolk,” Capron said. “Why has Fremont Stagnated? How can Columbus pull in businesses and what did they do that we can’t?”
He works in the information services department at Fremont Area Medical Center and formerly owned Kim’s Bread Bowl in downtown Fremont. Capron has never held public office.
“The business experience will help me a lot. Plus I’m a family man so I know how to balance a budget and house,” Capron said. “This is going to just be on a bigger scale.”
The city’s illegal immigration ordinance is a concern to both men.
“Right now, the city has been meeting with groups the last few weeks to address how big the problem is,” Navarrette said. “We need to work more on integration than immigration.”
Capron said his biggest current concern is the ordinance.
“The longer we sit back and see what happens at a higher level, the better we’ll be,” Capron said. “It’s going to be an uphill battle just to bring Fremont back together.”
He also wants to work to rejuvenate the downtown business area.
“People always say downtown is dying. How do we get people back downtown?” Capron said. “My goal is to take care of not just my ward, but everybody. I’ll do my best to question how things will benefit you.”
He also said he will be easily accessible if elected.
Taxes are a concern for Navarrette.
“We’re all going to feel an increase in tax burden from the state and federal government,” he said. “We need to keep our mil levy low.”
 

Today Midland Lutheran College officially became Midland University.  More than 200 students, faculty, staff, and supporting members of the Midland community formed a giant human "M" in the practice field at Midland's campus in celebration of the transition.  The new Midland Warriors logo was also unveiled to the community, painted on a bus used for athletic teams and on T-shirts and posters.
Midland President, Ben Sasse, said, "it's fantastic to see how energized the community is about the new Midland.  Midland University is greater Omaha's answer to a small-campus feel with big opportunities.  We are excited to tell high school students about a great new choice if they are looking for a rich campus experience at a university where their teachers will all know their names."
"I graduated from Midland in 2000.  I have seen the school go through good times and hard times, and this is surely a very exciting time for all of us in the community who care about Midland's future.  It's a great thing to see the place getting stronger and growing again," said Ryan Bojanski.  Bojanski  is employed at Fremont Area Medical Center  and also serves on the Midland Booster Club and Alumni Board.
Midland senior Catie Kruse appreciates the changes.
"I think we're all really excited — this is my fourth year at Midland, and things are so different now.  We have more sports, better facilities, more students — it's a lot more fun, and having a university on my resume will definitely help me when I start job searching next year,” Kruse said.
 

By Tara Larson
Special to fremonter.com

Precious Treasures is a scrapbooking and gift boutique located at 405 N. Main St. in downtown Fremont.
This store has a vibe of creativity like no other before it. It offers an amazing array of gifts, scrapbook and craft supplies. There are even classes to help those who believe they need some help in scrapbooking and crafting.
The gifts range from purses to one of a kind baby hats. As far as scrapbooking and craft supplies go, the store has just about everything you could want, but anything else can be special ordered at a discount.
The classes offer an opportunity for beginners or veterans to get a project done in a short amount of time. New classes pop up all the time, and if the classes don't fit into your schedule, all you need is at least three friends for a class to be scheduled at your convenience.
The staff is even starting an after school and day camp for when kids are off from school during the day. During the hours the children are there they will make crafts.
These are just a few of the many services offered. To get a full list of services and more information, pay them a visit, call 727-7706 or visit www.ptdiva.com.