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Clearwater's water and sewer systems are treading water financially, and village officials are looking at a rate increase to keep the utility funds from running dry. A recent utility rate study shows operating costs have steadily outpaced revenue, particularly in the water fund, leaving the village dipping into reserves to cover everyday expenses and prompting a push to adjust rates so the system can once again pay its own way. Trustees will discuss a potential rate increase when they meet Monda...
Ewing Fire Chief Ryan Schrunk and Clearwater Assistant Fire Chief Ted Mlnarik announce donations totaling $8,364.50 were collected for the Mokhalad family of Minnesota, following a Jan. 2 accident that claimed the lives Michael Mokhalad and son, Tym, on 508 Avenue, south of Ewing. Three Mokhalad children survived the crash. The donation includes a $2,500 match from the Clearwater Chamber of Commerce. Donation jars were set up in Clearwater, Ewing, and Orchard. Multiple donations were sent...
UPDATE: Royal Fire Department announced Saturday morning that Sunday's ice fishing tournament is canceled, due to safety concerns. The Royal Fire Department will host the 43rd annual ice fishing tournament, Feb. 8, at Grove Lake from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sign up that morning or at Saturday's calcutta, at 7 p.m., at the Royal Gym....
Antwan J. Deleon, 25, of Neligh, will spend 60 months in probation, serve 90 days in the Madison County jail, and pay restitution in the amount of $25,314.63 to Reinke's Farm and City Services Inc. Deleon was sentenced on Jan. 28 for one count of theft by deception-$5,000+, a Class IIA felony, Jan. 28 in Antelope County District Court. Prior to sentencing, the Honorable Mark Johnson held a restitution hearing. Antelope County Attorney Joe Smith said the state was seeking restitution totaling...
Across rural America, solar energy projects are becoming increasingly common. With demand for renewable energy continuing to grow, opportunities to combine solar projects with agricultural production can create pathways for economic and environmental benefits. Agrivoltaics, which is the co-location of agricultural activities and solar generation, offers a dual-use model that many producers and landowners are beginning to evaluate. To support interested parties exploring these opportunities, the Center for Rural Affairs has released an...
The Nebraska Department of Revenue, Property Assessment Division reminds property owners that the Nebraska Homestead Exemption Application, Form 458, must be filed with their county assessor between Feb. 2 and June 30. The homestead exemption provides relief from property taxes by exempting all or a portion of the taxable value of the residence. The State of Nebraska reimburses counties and other governmental subdivisions for the property taxes lost due to homestead exemptions. In Nebraska, a homestead exemption is available to the following...
The Summerland Board of Education will tackle facility planning, staffing and next school year's calendar when it meets at 7 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 11, at Summerland Public School Among the action items on the agenda is consideration of a design plan for waste management, along with a proposed maintenance agreement for the district's HVAC systems. Board members are also scheduled to discuss and potentially approve the calendar for the 2026–2027 school year. Staffing decisions are also on the t...
Weather permitting, flagging for girder placement will begin Feb. 4 on US-30/81 for the Columbus South Bridges Project, according to the Nebraska Department of Transportation. Work will occur just south of 6th Street near the Quality Inn on 33rd Avenue (US-30/81) for southbound traffic. Southbound traffic will be stopped for a short period of time to allow for girder delivery to the site for the new bridge construction. Traffic will be controlled with flaggers on Feb. 6 throughout the day....
Holt County Supervisors will hold a public hearing for the county’s one- and six-year road improvement plan on Tuesday, Feb. 17. The hearing will start at 11:15 a.m. in the supervisor’s room at the Holt County Courthouse in O’Neill. Following the hearing, the board will adopt the plan with any revisions necessary and submit to the state board of public roads....
The Sunset Store, located in the former Ewing Public School, donated $10,039.73 in monetary donations to area community members in 2025. The board announced the annual give back amounts when they met in January. In addition to monetary donations, the Ewing-based thrift sop packed and shipped 317 boxes to the Orphan Grain Train based in Norfolk. In-kind donations were also made to the Norfolk Veterans Home, Holt County Animal Shelter, Norfolk Rescue Mission, Schools, Shoe Box Gifts for children,...
Two individuals scheduled to appear before the Honorable Mark Johnson, Jan. 28, in Antelope County District Court failed to appear for show cause hearings. Kaitlyn C. Dozler, 36, of Omaha, was scheduled for a show cause hearing regarding restitution in a 2023 case. At the time, she pleaded guilty to one count of DUI-.15+ or refusal (3 prior convictions), a Class IIA felony. Restitution, in the amount of $7,030 was ordered. She was also sentenced to a minimum jail sentence of four years, with a...
The Antelope County Commissioners met yesterday with all commissioners present. With a telecommunications contract with Stealth Broadband coming to an end, the ACC listened to representatives from Great Plains Communications proposing a new phone system for the courthouse. Pricing, wiring, maintenance and warranty issues were discussed among other things, e.g., 911 calling, call transfer, auto attendant, etc. Before any decision is made the ACC requested GPC to do a site survey, at no cost to the county, and determine if the proper wiring, grou...
Filings for the 2026 Primary Elections are underway. Holt County Clerk Cathy Pavel reported several incumbents, as well as newcomers, have announced their intentions. Timothy L. Wallinger has filed to run for the Holt County Assessor. Shelly Ross announced she will run for the county treasurer position. Stefani Colfack registered to run for the county clerk position. Ed Nordby will run for county sheriff. Steven L. Rasmussen will be running for county surveyor. Two candidates have filed for the...
Nebraska state troopers don't receive any paid maternity leave, and senators discussed a bill Jan. 30 to change that. "When we talk about expanding the good life, I believe providing our state employees with six weeks paid leave following the birth or adoption of their child is a great place to start," said State Sen. Dunixi Guereca of Omaha as he introduced his bill to the Government, Military and Veterans Affairs Committee. The Nebraska Association of Public Employees secured paid maternity...
County Court Judge Donna F. Taylor of the 7th Judicial District has announced her retirement, effective Feb. 11. Judge Taylor served the 7th District, comprised of Antelope, Cuming, Madison, Knox, Pierce, Stanton, and Wayne counties, since her appointment in 2001. In her announcement letter to the governor, Judge Taylor commended "the professional and loyal service of our Clerk Magistrates and court staff, both past and present," as well as noting "the professionalism and expertise of our...
The candidate filing period for May's primary election is underway. Antelope County Clerk Lisa Payne said nine individuals have currently filed for the primary election, and two have tossed their hats in the ring for non-partisan offices, which will be voted on in the General Election. County Assessor Kelly Mueller Oltjenbruns, treasurer Deb Branstiter and clerk of the district court, Angela F. Mortensen have filed paperwork. Brian Whitesel has filed for a six-year term on the airport...
A community blood drive is planned in Clearwater on Feb. 3. The event will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the American Legion. To schedule an appointment, contact Kyle Jensen at 402-910-0681, email Linda Hankla at hanksl1@hotmail.com or visit www.redcrossblood.org. Bring a donor card or photo identification. Eat breakfast or lunch and drink water prior to donating....
Northeast Community College is taking agricultural innovation to new heights with the launch of its Agriculture Drone Pilot Certificate, made possible by a $45,000 grant from the CHS Foundation. The funding supports the purchase of spray drone equipment, faculty training, and program development for the 16-credit certificate, which includes industry-standard tools such as a specialized trailer. The new certificate responds to growing demand for skilled drone operators in agriculture and compleme...
The New Moon Theater will host a Galentine's Girl's Night, Feb. 9, at 7 p.m., at the Neligh American Legion, at 115 West Third Street. Sip on wine while creating Valentine's art. Tickets are $45 per person and includes snacks and two glasses of wine. Painting supplies will be provided. To register, contact Katie at 832-386-0972 by Feb. 6....
Hope M. Petite, 32, of Orchard, will receive another opportunity to explain why fines have not been paid in an Antelope County Court case in which Petite pleaded guilty to one count of driving under suspension/before reinstated-state, a Class III misdemeanor. Petite was expected to appear Jan. 21, before the Honorable Donna Taylor, for a show cause hearing; however, the defendant did not show up, prompting Taylor to issue a warrant for non-payment. The next day, Petite contacted the county...
A 20-year-old Elgin man will pay fines on two charges after he pleaded guilty during a Jan. 21 session of Antelope County Court. Shane L. Hammock accepted a plea agreement, in which he agreed to enter guilty pleas to two counts, and a third charge would be dismissed. Hammock pleaded guilty to one count of minor in possession - ages 19/20, a Class III misdemeanor; and one count of speeding 36+ MPH county/state, an infraction. One count of careless driving, an infraction, was dismissed, with...
Gather a team and head to Orchard, Feb. 7, for the third annual Orchard Fire & Rescue Carbles Tournament. The event will be held at the Orchard Community Center, with registration beginning at 1 p.m. Game play is set to begin at 1:30. Snacks will be provided, and a cash bar, from The Den, will be on site. To register a team or for more information, contact Travis at 712-870-4058 or Ashley at 402-640-1574....
As nurses rushed Rachel Woollen to an Omaha operating room, all she could do was pray for the four tiny babies she was about to deliver. "All I could say was, 'Please, God, help them.' I repeated it over and over. One nurse heard me, grabbed my hand, and told me she and everyone else on the medical team were praying the same thing." Brett entered the world at 2:04 p.m. Brother Kaden, sister Parker and brother Cooper followed within the next two minutes. None weighed more than 1.8 pounds. The...
Three individuals appeared during a Jan. 21 session of Antelope County Court, facing misdemeanor charges on various motor vehicle violations. Jace A. Rocha, 19, of Neligh, appeared for hearing on one count of operating a motor vehicle/avoid arrest-mi, a Class I misdemeanor. Rocha accepted a plea agreement. Antelope County Attorney Joe Smith outlined the parameters, including he would recommend probation, concurrent with a case Rocha is serving in Madison County, in exchange for a guilty plea. The probation officer will provide an update to the...
