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Threat Against Thayer Central Results in Felony Charge
June 13, 2023
Threat Against Thayer Central Results in Felony Charge
By Gordon HopkinsAn alleged threat that kept Thayer Central School closed for three days earlier this year has resulted in…
Deadline to File for Upcoming Jansen Election Has Passed
June 13, 2023
Deadline to File for Upcoming Jansen Election Has Passed
The deadline for candidates to file for the Special Election for the Jansen Village Board of Trustees has passed. The…
Lower Big Blue NRD District Extends Moratorium on New Wells
June 9, 2023
Lower Big Blue NRD District Extends Moratorium on New Wells
Due to concerns about the sustainability of groundwater supplies in the area, the Lower Big Blue NRD (Natural Resources District)…
Governor Signs LB562
June 9, 2023
Governor Signs LB562
Bill Addresses E15, Beginning Farmer Tax Credit, Food Trucks By Gordon HopkinsOn Thursday, June 1, 2023, Governor Jim Pillen signed…
Petition Filed to Repeal Controversial “School Choice” Bill
June 9, 2023
Petition Filed to Repeal Controversial “School Choice” Bill
By Gordon HopkinsA petition has been filed to repeal Nebraska's newly enacted Opportunity Scholarship Act.LB (Legislative Bill ) 753, was…
May 14 is First Election to Require Photo ID
June 9, 2023
May 14 is First Election to Require Photo ID
The first election in Nebraska to require voter identification (ID) will be the statewide primary election on May 14, 2024.State…
Woman in Custody Refuses to Identify Herself
June 9, 2023
Woman in Custody Refuses to Identify Herself
A woman who refuses to identify herself is currently being held in the custody of the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office.The…
Steele City Man Faces Multiple Charges
June 9, 2023
Steele City Man Faces Multiple Charges
Trevor S. Pingel, age 39, of Steele City, appeared in Jefferson County Court via webcam on Wednesday, June 7, 2023,…
Jansen Man Accused of Assault, Strangulation
June 9, 2023
Jansen Man Accused of Assault, Strangulation
John A. Jacobitz, age 52, of Jansen, appeared in Jefferson County Court via webcam on Wednesday, June 7, 2023, in…