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Minneapolis Immigration Chaos Spills Over into Nebraska
February 13, 2026
Minneapolis Immigration Chaos Spills Over into Nebraska
By Gordon HopkinsFederal authorities announced an end to the immigration crackdown in Minnesota Thursday morning, February 12, 2026. However, the…
Energy and Eminent Domain Under Consideration in the Legislature
February 13, 2026
Energy and Eminent Domain Under Consideration in the Legislature
By Gordon Hopkins A bill currently under consideration in the Nebraska Legislature addresses the government’s ability to use eminent domain…
Jefferson County Commissioners Approve SENDD Agreement
February 13, 2026
Jefferson County Commissioners Approve SENDD Agreement
By Gordon Hopkins Jefferson County Commissioners unanimously approved an interlocal agreement with counties would allow SENDD (Southeast Nebraska Development District)…
President Trump and Nebraska Delegates at Odds Over Argentine Beef Imports
February 13, 2026
President Trump and Nebraska Delegates at Odds Over Argentine Beef Imports
By Gordon Hopkins On Friday, February 6, 2026, President Donald Trump signed an executive order permitting an increase of Argentine…
Couple Charged with Sexual Assault of Child
February 13, 2026
Couple Charged with Sexual Assault of Child
A Fairbury couple are facing multiple felony charges involving the sexual abuse and exploitation of a child.Nicholas Kent Roehl, age…
Man Faces Charges of Drugs and Burglary: County Attorney – “One Fuels the Other”
February 13, 2026
Man Faces Charges of Drugs and Burglary: County Attorney – “One Fuels the Other”
Spencer Zane Pingel, age 25, appeared in court for two separate cases, although County Attorney Joseph Casson made clear he…
Crystal Springs Homicide Accessory Now Facing 50 Years for Drug and Weapon Charges
February 13, 2026
Crystal Springs Homicide Accessory Now Facing 50 Years for Drug and Weapon Charges
One of the suspects convicted in the Crystal Springs Homicide five years ago is now facing multiple felony drug charges.Caitlyn…
Fairbury Man Faces Felony Drug Charge
February 13, 2026
Fairbury Man Faces Felony Drug Charge
A traffic stop in Fairbury lead to an arrest and a felony drug charge.Brian G. Vculek, age 45, was arraigned…
Fairbury Man Arrested for Missing Court Again
February 13, 2026
Fairbury Man Arrested for Missing Court Again
A Fairbury man is under arrest once again after failing to appear for court.Joshua V. Poley, age 30, was scheduled…
City Council Votes To Move Forward With Water Treatment Plant
February 10, 2026
City Council Votes To Move Forward With Water Treatment Plant
By Gordon HopkinsThe Fairbury City Council voted unanimously to move forward with construction of both a temporary and permanent water…