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Local Officials Believe They Are PreparedFor Retaliation Despite Federal Cuts to Cybersecurity
June 24, 2025
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
June 20, 2025
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
June 20, 2025
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
June 20, 2025
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
June 20, 2025
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
June 20, 2025
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
June 20, 2025
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
June 20, 2025
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
June 20, 2025
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
June 20, 2025
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…