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Local Officials Believe They Are PreparedFor Retaliation Despite Federal Cuts to Cybersecurity

Local Officials Believe They Are PreparedFor Retaliation Despite Federal Cuts to Cybersecurity

By Gordon HopkinsWhile the bombing of Iran by the United States may have taken place on the other side of…
Fairbury Issues Water Conservation Notice

Fairbury Issues Water Conservation Notice

Due to the lack of precipitation, Fairbury Mayor Kelly Davis is requesting residents conserve water usage. Per §51.48 (C) (3)…
More Staff Changes at FPS

More Staff Changes at FPS

By Gordon Hopkins Fairbury Public Schools Board of Education met Thursday evening, June 19, to approve several changes to staff…
Dangerous Heat Expected This Weekend

Dangerous Heat Expected This Weekend

Dangerous heat is forecasted by the National Weather Service through the weekend for a large area of the central plains,…
Likens and Judd Receive Paul Harris Fellow Recognition

Likens and Judd Receive Paul Harris Fellow Recognition

On Wednesday, June 18, 2025, Lana Likens and Paul Judd (not pictured) received Paul Harris Fellow recognition, presented by Mick…
Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Eggs

Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Eggs

Nebraska is among nine states impacted by an egg recall due to Salmonella.The CDC (Centers for Disease Control), FDA (U.S.…
Accident on Highway 15

Accident on Highway 15

Jefferson County emergency crews, including fire, ambulance and sheriff's office, were called to the scene of a two-vehicle accident Wednesday,…
Former Tri County Educator Dies

Former Tri County Educator Dies

Nebraska educator Russell Earl “Russ” Hicks passed away Monday morning, June 16, 2025, at the age of 84. During his…
Fairbury Man Facing Felony Drug Charge While On Probation

Fairbury Man Facing Felony Drug Charge While On Probation

A Fairbury man on probation was arrested after drugs were allegedly discovered in his residence by probation officers.Cory L. Nutsch,…
Wymore Man is Charged with Felony for Driving With Revoked License

Wymore Man is Charged with Felony for Driving With Revoked License

Troy Siems, age 60, of Wymore, was arraigned Wednesday, June 18, 2025, in Jefferson County Court. Linda Bauer was the…
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