Out Of County News

Matthew Field Pleads Guilty To Drug Possession

Published by admin on Fri, 03/06/2020 - 2:47pm
Matthew J. Field, 24, of Hebron, has reached a plea agreement with the State. He appeared in Jefferson County District Court on Thurs., March 5. Vicky Johnson was the presiding Judge.

Kansas Woman Waives Extradition

Published by admin on Fri, 03/06/2020 - 2:46pm
Marcy Acevedo, 41, of Hays, Kans., appeared in Jefferson County Court in the custody of the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office. Linda Bauer was the presiding judge.
Acevedo is wanted in Ellis County, Kans., for violating parole. She is charged with possession of marijuana, with two prior convictions. 

Bailey Boswell Trial Delayed

Published by admin on Fri, 03/06/2020 - 2:45pm
Saline County District Court Judge Vicky L. Johnson ordered that the murder trial of Bailey Boswell, 26, of Wilber, be continued. The trial for Boswell was scheduled to begin March 16 in Lexington. A new date has not been set. Instead, the order stated the trial “will be continued until further order of the Court.”
The order also states, Mr. Lancaster indicates that Ms. Boswell will sign a waiver of her speedy trial rights.” Todd W. Lancaster is Boswell's attorney.

Three Judges To Determine Aubrey Trail's Fate

Published by admin on Fri, 01/17/2020 - 1:16pm
A hearing is scheduled for mid-June to determine if Aubrey C. Trail, 52, of Wilbur, will receive the death penalty or life in prison for the murder of 24-year old Sydney Loofe of Lincoln. Trail pleaded guilty to a count of improper disposal of human remains but maintained that Loofe's death was an accident.
A panel of three judges will determine Trail's fate: Vicky Johnson, Julie Smith and Michael Smith.

Upcoming Film Event Puts Spotlight on More Movie Stars With Gage County Roots

Published by admin on Mon, 01/13/2020 - 8:35am

Gage County Historical Society's Gage County Classic Film Institute (GCCFI) will present “More Movie Stars With Gage County Roots,” on March 6, 7 & 8 a

Aubrey Trail Seeks New Trial

Published by admin on Fri, 12/06/2019 - 3:08pm
Aubrey C. Trail, 52, of Wilber appeared in Saline County District Court on Wed., Dec. 4. Trail was convicted on Thurs., July 10 of this year of first-degree murder and conspiracy to commit murder in the death of 24-year old Sydney Loofe of Lincoln. He pleaded guilty to a count of improper disposal of human remains but maintained that Loofe's death was an accident. The jury of six men and six women deliberated for three hours before reaching a verdict.

Howling Fun for Everyone at Homestead National Monument

Published by admin on Wed, 10/16/2019 - 10:45am

 

 

It’s time for Howling Homestead at Homestead National Monument of America! This exciting, fun, and family-friendly event will be held at the Heritage Center on Saturday, October 26, 2019,  6:00. We will provide a variety of stations to entertain and delight. Join us to learn about the night sky, have fun with the “mad scientist,” observe snakes and raptors and take a night hike through the tallgrass prairie, plus so much more!  There is no fee for this event and

Hevelone Foundation Grant Deadline Approaches

Published by admin on Fri, 10/11/2019 - 3:03pm

The Hevelone Foundation is now accepting grant applications for events and projects held in 2020 to support arts activities sponsored by local and regional organizations. Grant application forms are available by writing to The Hevelone Foundation, 609 Elk Street, Beatrice, Nebraska, 68310 or by e-mailing Rich Hovendick at rich@ghchapel.com . The applications are to be completed and returned to the Foundation by December 1, 2019 for arts-related projects to be calendared in the year 2019.

Carving and Color at Homestead National Monument of America

Published by admin on Tue, 10/08/2019 - 3:43pm

On Sunday, October 20 at 2 p.m. Homestead National Monument of America Artist-in-Residence Ben Bohnsack will present his program “Woodcuts for Nature Lovers” in the Homestead National Monument of America Education Center.

During the presentation, Ben will discuss the story of woodblock prints. He will then show visitors how he creates a woodblock print. Afterwards, visitors will be encouraged to create their own linoleum block print using either an image of their own or one of Ben’s ready-made stencils.

Gage County Historical Society – Harvest Festival 2019

Published by admin on Wed, 10/02/2019 - 7:06am

When: School Programs: Oct. 2–4, 9am – 2pm, Public day: Saturday October 5th, 10am-4pm

Where: Elijah Filley Stone Barn, 13282 E Scott Rd Filley, NE 68357

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