Local News
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Funds Urgently Needed To Repair Rock Island Depot Roof
By Gordon HopkinsMembers of the Jefferson County Historical Society (JCHS) gave an update to Jefferson County Commissioners at a meeting…
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Could Earthquakes Have Contributed To Oil Spill?
By Gordon HopkinsCould earthquakes have contributed to the Keystone Pipeline oil spill in Kansas last year? That is a question…
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Community Donation
On Wednesday, March 15, 2023, Diller Fire and Rescue accepted a $10,000 donation from NextEra Energy Resources, which owns and…
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Rowdy’s Has New Owner
After months of speculation, a Fairbury staple is now under new ownership. Rod Schoenrock, the owner of Rowdy’s Steakhouse, announced…
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New Jansen Clerk Hired
The Village of Jansen has hired another new clerk and treasurer. After an interview held in closed session by the…
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Lawmakers in Two States Discuss the Keystone Pipeline Oil Spill
Soil from Steele City is Being Used to Replace Contaminated Soil at Kansas Oil Leak Site By Gordon Hopkins This…
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Bill to Provide Filters for Drinking Water with High Nitrates
By Gordon Hopkins One of the bills under consideration by the legislature is intended to address the growing problem of…
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New Ambulance Director Resigns
Jefferson County Commissioners accepted, “with reluctance,” the resignation of Cheyanne Kuehn, director of Ambulance District #33, at a meeting on…
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Jansen Village Hires Another Clerk and Treasurer
The Village of Jansen has hired another new clerk and treasurer. After an interview held in closed session by the…
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Improvements At Southeast Nebraska State Parks
Visitors to state park areas in southeast Nebraska will find enhanced day-use and camping amenities. Projects completed in 2022 or…
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