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Opposing Viewpoints on Tariffs
April 4, 2025
Opposing Viewpoints on Tariffs
President Donald Trump's announcement of reciprocal tariffs on Tuesday, April 2, 2025, which the president dubbed “Liberation Day,” has garnered…
Child Abuse Prevention Month Recognized at Proclamation Signing
April 4, 2025
Child Abuse Prevention Month Recognized at Proclamation Signing
Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen signed a proclamation declaring April as Child Abuse Prevention Month on Tuesday, April 1, at a…
Nebraska Community Bloodbank Visits April 7
April 4, 2025
Nebraska Community Bloodbank Visits April 7
The next Nebraska Community Bloodbank blood drive will be held on Monday, April 7, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.…
Catholic Priest Shot and Killed in Kansas
April 4, 2025
Catholic Priest Shot and Killed in Kansas
A Catholic priest was shot and killed Thursday afternoon, April 3, 2025, in Seneca, Kansas. At approximately 2:50 p.m., a…
Defendant Arrested in Court Immediately After Being Sentenced to Probation
April 4, 2025
Defendant Arrested in Court Immediately After Being Sentenced to Probation
A Fairbury man was arrested in court on a warrant immediately after being sentenced to probation on a other matter.…
Virginia Fugitive Arrested in Jefferson County
April 4, 2025
Virginia Fugitive Arrested in Jefferson County
A woman wanted in Virginia on felony charges was arrested in Jefferson County earlier this week.Kasey R. Barnett, was arrested…
Fairbury Man Accused of Stealing Car Pleads Not Guilty
April 4, 2025
Fairbury Man Accused of Stealing Car Pleads Not Guilty
A Fairbury man accused of stealing a car has pleaded not guiltyJeremy B. Swartz, age 48, was arraigned in Jefferson…
Warrant Issued for Fairbury Man Who Failed to Appear for Court
April 4, 2025
Warrant Issued for Fairbury Man Who Failed to Appear for Court
A warrant was issued for a Fairbury man who has been charged with multiple felonies, including possession of a weapon,…
Tri County To Hold Special Election For School Bonds In May
April 1, 2025
Tri County To Hold Special Election For School Bonds In May
On March 10, 2025, the Tri County Public Schools Board of Education voted unanimously to approve a resolution calling for…
Steele City Looks For Bids On New Water Mains“As Soon As Possible”
April 1, 2025
Steele City Looks For Bids On New Water Mains“As Soon As Possible”
By Gordon HopkinsPlan for new water mains in Steele City are nearing completion and will soon be ready for bids.The…