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A 54-year-old Elgin man appeared in Antelope County Court, on April 23. Rowdy L. Burke faces five counts, including two counts of stalking-misdemeanor offense, both Class I misdemeanors; criminal trespass-1st degree, a Class I misdemeanor; fail to obey lawful order, a Class III misdemeanor; and disturbing the peace, a Class III misdemeanor. The charges stem from a March 18 incident that occurred in Elgin. According to court records, the Antelope County Law Enforcement Center received a phone cal...
The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services announced last week that it is submitting a request to the U.S. Department of Agriculture to expand the state's Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Healthy Choice Waiver to include candy as an ineligible purchase. Once approved, the restriction will take effect Nov. 1. "DHHS continues to strengthen our Healthy Choice Waiver by adding candy to the list of items ineligible for purchase with SNAP benefits," said Shannon Grotrian, director...
A plea agreement was reached in Antelope County Court on April 23, in a case involving a 61-year-old Neligh man. The Honorable Kale Burdick was informed an agreement was reached with Ray M. Connot. Originally charged with assault-threaten/menacing manner, a Class I misdemeanor, Connot agreed to plead no contest to an amended charge of disturbing the peace. Burdick sentenced Connot to a $500 fine, which was ordered to be paid that day. Additionally, Connot will be responsible for court costs and...
Austin R. Klabenes of Neligh appeared for hearings in three cases in Antelope County Court on April 23. A plea agreement was reached. In one case that Klabenes faced one count of drive during revocation/impound-1st, a Class II misdemeanor, the charge was dismissed with prejudice on the motion of Antelope County Attorney Joe Smith. In a separate case, a previous not guilty plea was withdrawn. Klabenes pleaded no contest to one count of assault-cause bodily injury, a Class 1 misdemeanor. Burdick...
Four individuals were scheduled to appear in Antelope County Court on April 23, before the Honorable Kale Burdick, to plead their cases. Alex L. Mucker, 18, of Meadow Grove, appeared for a arraignment on one count of driving under suspension/before reinstated-state, a Class III misdemeanor. Mucker requested a continuance. Antelope County Attorney Joe Smith did not object, and Burdick granted the motion. Mucker will appear for an entry of plea hearing on May 14. ••• Elisa S. Postoak, 33, of Wewok...
Jeremy Meyer doesn't just talk about his dream job-he revs it up, kicks the tires and lets it rip. Ask the 12-year-old what career he wants to pursue, and he'll take you for a spin through wide-open spaces, throttle pinned and eyes on the finish line. Meyer, a sixth-grade student at Summerland Public School, showcased that passion Monday during the school's career fair, introducing visitors to the high-octane world of dirt bike racing. His display wasn't idling. Front and center sat a 125 cc...
Summerland Board of Education members approved a resignation during the April 13 meeting. Katie Andrew, high school English/Language Arts instructor, indicated her intent to leave the district in a letter read by board president Nate Schwager. In her resignation, Andrew wrote, "Teaching here has been such a rewarding journey, and the staff at Summerland is truly exceptional." Andrew has accepted a position as the director of NECC extended campus in O'Neill. The board also approved a teaching...
Clearwater village officials considered four bids for hay and/or pasture during the April 13 meeting held at the fire hall. Jay Snider bid $3,500 to pasture the lagoon parcels and $700 to hay the tree dump and dike. Fred Thiele submitted a bid of $2,551 to pasture lagoon parcels and install or repair fence line as needed. Blake Kester submitted a $2,750 bid to hall all parcels, and Kasey Shenshew bid $2,000 to hay all parcels. Trustee Cody Kester said he would like to see permanent fencing...
A complete surprise. That's how SAM co-publisher Scott Schindler described the moment his name was announced as the winner of the Feature Photo of the Year from the Nebraska Press Association. "You entered my picture?" He asked wife and co-publisher LuAnn, before making his way to the podium to accept the award during the Nebraska Press Association's Better Newspaper Contest awards banquet, Saturday, at The Cornhusker in Lincoln. "He sent me two photos that made the paper throughout the year,"...
Visit Nebraska is thrilled to announce the stops included in the 2026 Nebraska Passport program. The Passport helps Nebraskans and out-of-state visitors to travel and discover the state's hidden gems while supporting tourism destinations and local businesses. "The Nebraska Passport is our signature in-state marketing program, and it's one of the most fun things we do all year," said Jenn Gjerde, executive director of Visit Nebraska. "It's designed specifically to encourage Nebraskans to explore...
A new Flatwater analysis shows the state has fallen behind its neighbors. Business leaders are diagnosing why - and hoping new efforts will reverse the troubling trend. Not long ago, Nebraska's growth was quite literally a national cover story. Nebraska Gov. Pete Ricketts soared through the air wearing skis and goggles on the Olympic-themed March 2018 cover of Site Selection, an economic development industry magazine. The cartoon image illustrated Nebraska's high-flying, three-year run as...
Registration is open for the Nebraska Birding Bowl, a friendly competition to observe as many bird species as possible while supporting wildlife conservation. All birders are welcome. The fourth annual Birding Bowl will take place May 1-31 to help celebrate Nebraska Bird Month. This free, statewide competition will be a great opportunity to try out this fun hobby, improve skills, and share your love of birding with others. "Whether you're a lifelong birder or just getting started, this friendly...
Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol removed 20 impaired drivers from the road during a special enforcement effort last weekend. The Put the Phone Away or Pay campaign coincides with Distracted Driving Awareness Month. Colonel Bryan Waugh, superintendent of the Nebraska State Patrol, said, "Before you get in the vehicle, make a commitment to put your phone down and avoid distractions. The moment it takes to look at your phone while driving may be the difference between a safe trip and...
For many homeowners, property valuation notices arrive in June with more questions than answers. How was the number determined? Why did it change? And who decides what a home is worth? In Nebraska, the answer lies in a structured, data-driven process guided by state statute, local sales, and oversight from state officials. Under Nebraska statute, all property must be assessed at its "actual value," meaning its market value in the course of trade, essentially what a typical buyer would pay a... Full story
Following a short executive session, Ewing Village Board of Trustees approved making a counteroffer on land north of the former Ewing elementary school during Monday's monthly meeting at city hall. Trustee Kane Fry's motion included paying $15,000 for property beginning at the gravel and extending north - not including the sidewalk - and up to a fenced-off area for the daycare facility located in the former high school. All legal expenses and any surveying would be paid by the village, if...
This year, Antelope Memorial Hospital's "Move it 2 Lose it Challenge" was held for 12 weeks from Jan. 5 through March 27. It was coordinated by Vanessa Carpenter, AMH wellness director. Over 550 pounds were collectively lost by the 46 contestants. In the men's division, the first-place winner (for the second year in a row) was Tim Kester, Jr. of Clearwater. He also lost the highest percentage of body weight among all competitors at 17.9%. The second-place winner was Brian Hoffman ofBrunswick,...
Weather permitting, work will begin April 20 on U.S. Highway 20 between Stuart and Atkinson, from reference post 280.55 to reference post 288.35, according to the Nebraska Department of Transportation. Werner Construction, of Hastings, is the prime contractor for this project. Work includes culvert repair, milling, asphalt paving and seeding. Traffic will be maintained with flaggers, Automated Flagger Assistance Device, and a pilot car for the milling and asphalt paving operations. Anticipated...
Turkey hunters will take to the woods for Nebraska's spring shotgun season April 18. They can expect a season consistent with the past five years, according to Carlie Gizel, wild turkey program manager for the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission. Statewide spring population indices indicated an 18% increase from 2024 to 2025. Regionally, the average number of turkeys observed increased from 2024 in all regions except the Sandhills and Northeast. Gizel said that while overall turkey numbers are...
Dorothy Lynch is a color not found in nature. It's a salad dressing eaten on virtually every other food. Some Nebraskans love it. Other Nebraskans love to hate it. No one else has ever heard of it. Of the tens of thousands of impoverished Scandinavians who fled crop failures and religious oppression for a fertile and free Nebraska in the late 19th century, probably only two are connected to something in Nebraskans' kitchen today. In 1913 in Cushing, Danish immigrants Edd and Meda Scott Peterson...
The old Antelope County Courthouse Clock Tower Project is taking tentative steps forward. Meeting yesterday, the Antelope County Commissioners asked county attorney Joe Smith to begin negotiations with the anonymous donor interested in restoring the old courthouse clock tower, with the donor's representative, Jim McNally. The ACC has numerous questions concerning the project including: who the donor is, potential cost, structural integrity of the old courthouse and future maintenance issues....
The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission will accept applications for one 2026 bighorn sheep regular lottery permit beginning April 20. A $34 nonrefundable application fee must accompany each application. Only Nebraska residents 12 years and older are eligible for the lottery. It is unlawful to submit more than one application in a calendar year for a regular lottery permit. Residents may receive only one permit in a lifetime. The permit is not transferable. The application period begins at 1 p.m. Central time April 20 and ends Aug. 7....
On a cool Monday morning, the kind that carries the quiet promise of spring on the Nebraska plains, pride filled the streets of Clearwater. "Holy cow, it's just so fun to be with you here in Clearwater," Gov. Jim Pillen said, smiling as he addressed a crowd gathered to celebrate something bigger than an award, a way of life. That way of life earned the village of 380 people the state's 2026 Governor's Showcase Community Award, an honor given annually to one Nebraska town that exemplifies...
Weather permitting, work will begin week of April 13 on U.S. Highway 20, beginning at the Holt County line and extending six miles east of Orchard (reference post 328.81 to reference post 337.56), according to the Nebraska Department of Transportation. Vontz Paving, Inc., of Hastings, is the contractor for this project. Work includes asphalt milling, asphalt overlay and inlet work in the city of Orchard. Traffic will be restricted to one lane using flaggers. A 12-foot width restriction will be...
The Summerland Public School Board of Education will meet Monday, April 13, at 7 p.m. at the school near Ewing, with several key items on staffing and facility improvements headlining the agenda. Following routine opening items, approval of the agenda, and the pledge of allegiance, the board will begin with its "Celebration of Excellence," recognizing staff and students. A public participation period of up to 15 minutes is also scheduled. Under the consent agenda, board members are expected to c...
A new traffic-related scam currently targeting Nebraskans is circulating. Scammers are sending text messages or emails claiming the recipient has an unpaid traffic fine. The message threatens additional penalties unless the recipient clicks a link to pay the supposed fines. "Nebraska courts do not send out automated text messages when traffic fines are due. These messages are intended to steal your personal or financial information. Do not click the link in any text or email without first...
