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Will Potential Government Shutdown Have Local Impact?

By Gordon HopkinsSaturday, September 30, 2023, is the deadline for Congress to pass a dozen spending bills to fund multiple…

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Blood Bank Declares Emergency

With only two-to-three days of blood on hand, the Nebraska Community Blood Bank (NCBB) has declared a blood emergency. The…

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State Auditor Alleges Director Embezzled from Non-Profit

By Gordon HopkinsState Auditor Mike Foley has recommended a criminal investigation into payments made by a Nebraska non-profit to a…

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Beware Fake “Investigators” in Latest Phone Scam

Telephone scams that try to trick people into giving money or revealing personal information are becoming more sophisticated. The latest…

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Does Fairbury Need A City Administrator?

By Gordon HopkinsThe City of Fairbury remains without a city administrator since the last one was relieved of his duties…

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Wishing Steele City A Happy Birthday

Morris Cumro, of Fairbury, formerly of Hollenberg, Kansas, rode his tractor through the Steele City 150th anniversary parade on Sunday.…

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Is Local Law Enforcement Ready When Deadly New Drugs Hit Rural Nebraska?

By Gordon HopkinsNew and potentially deadly drugs are increasingly being found in the United States’ supply of illicit street drugs.When…

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Time Is Running Out For Depot Roof

By Gordon HopkinsThe Jefferson County Historical Society (JCHS) needs $150,000 to pay for the desperately needed new roof for the…

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Southern School District Looks To Start New Welding Program

The Southern School District is getting closer to starting a new welding program.Over the summer months, Southern received a $100,000…

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Clerk Hired In Jansen

New Hire: After several months without, the Village of Jansen once again has a new clerk and treasurer. The board…

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