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Wind Farm Appeal Withdrawn
By Gordon HopkinsAn appeal opposing permits approved by Jefferson County for the refitting of turbines at the Steele Flats Wind…
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SE Nebraska Counties Designated Disaster Areas Due To Drought
By Gordon Hopkins USDA (United States Department of Agriculture) Secretary Thomas Vilsack has designated five Nebraska counties as primary natural…
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Fires Continue to Plague the Area
The National Weather Service issued a Red Flag warning for Tuesday, October 17, for Southeast Nebraska. Southerly wind gusts of…
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Down Ballot Money Part 4: How Successful Is RED PAC’s Strategy?
By Gordon Hopkins This is a continuation of a series that began earlier this year, examining one political action committee's…
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DHHS Encourages Households in Need to Apply for Energy Assistance
As the colder months approach, the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) encourages low-income households to apply for the…
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Board of Adjustments Meeting Canceled
A Board Of Adjustments meeting scheduled for Thursday night was canceled. The purpose of the meeting was to review an…
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Courthouse Construction Completed
Construction on the ceiling of the Jefferson County Courthouse has been completed ahead of schedule. On Tuesday, October 8, 2024,…
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Fairbury Remains Under Water Restrictions
By Gordon HopkinsThe City of Fairbury remains under mandatory water restrictions due to a lack of precipitation and low water…
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Coordination Key To Hurricane Relief Efforts
By Gordon HopkinsNebraskans are eager to help residents of those states hit by recent hurricanes. However, coordination is needed to…
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Legal Action Doesn’t Delay Wind Repowering Project
By Gordon HopkinsPlans for upgrading turbines at the Steele Flats Wind Farm are moving forward despite appeals filed by local…
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