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The Antelope County Shooters Club will hold a gun show and swap meet this weekend. The event will be open to the public at the exhibit building at the Antelope County Fairgrounds in Neligh on Saturday, Jan. 4, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., on Sunday, Jan. 5. Sly's Family Bar and Grill will serve food during the show, including shaved prime rib sandwiches, nachos, large pretzels and cheese, pulled pork, mac 'n cheese, salads, and drinks. Satisfy your sweet tooth with fresh-baked cinnamon rolls or a slice of pie. Sly's...
Individuals will have an opportunity to meet two candidates running for public office in 2026. On Tuesday, Jan. 6, at the Neligh American Legion, David P Huebner, a Republican candidate for the third congressional seat currently held by Adrian Smith, and Sherry Jones, incumbent representing District 6 on the Nebraska State Board of Education, will speak. The forum will begin at 6:30 p.m....
Holt County employees who utilize the county's health insurance plan will see an increase in contribution amounts for single and family coverage beginning Jan. 1. During the Dec. 16 Holt County Supervisors meeting, officials approved increasing single coverage from $25 to $100, while a family plan will now require a $200 contribution, a $150 increase from this year's plan. The last increase in employee contributions occurred in 2006. Supervisors learned in October that insurance premium costs...
When Nebraska's Department of Health and Human Services announced its plan to divvy up millions in opioid settlement money, one recipient stood out: The Central Wyoming Counseling Center. The Wyoming nonprofit is the only out-of-state organization slated to receive some of Nebraska's Opioid Treatment Infrastructure Cash Fund, receiving $3.4 million to build a crisis stabilization center in Kimball County, which borders Wyoming. The Central Wyoming Counseling Center's former acting CEO: Steve...
Applications for multispecies Super Tag and Combo lottery permits will be accepted by the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission beginning Jan. 2, 2026. The Super Tag lottery permit will be valid for one elk of either sex, one antelope of either sex, one deer of either sex and two turkeys (only toms and bearded hens may be taken in the spring). One permit will be authorized for Nebraska residents only, and one permit will be authorized for residents/nonresidents. People may apply for the...
Nebraska State Treasurer Joey Spellerberg is celebrating the performance of the Nebraska Child Support Payment Center as it begins its 25th year of operation. Nebraska is the only state in which the state treasurer’s office oversees the receipt and distribution of child support payments. Key performance highlights include: • Since December 2001, the NCSPC has processed approximately $8.8 billion in child support payments. • Year-to-date, the center has disbursed $262.2 million through 1,160,555 payments. • An average of $988,943 in child suppor...
A confirmed measles case in Platte County has been reported to the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services. The patient is an unvaccinated child with an out-of-state travel history in Arizona. Due to privacy, no further individual information will be provided. Individuals present at the following public locations on the indicated dates and times may have been exposed to measles and should visit and fill out the risk assessment survey at the following link: https://ep...
NOTICE OF MEETING HOLT COUNTY SUPERVISORS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a meeting of the Holt County Board of Supervisors will be held Thursday, Jan. 8, at 9:45 a.m., at the Holt County Courthouse in O’Neill, and will be open to the public. An agenda is kept continuously current and available for public inspection at the Holt County Clerk’s office. Except for items of an emergency nature, the agenda shall not be enlarged later than 24 hours before the scheduled commencement of the meeting. Cathy Pavel, Holt County Clerk Published December 31,...
Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen said Monday that Nebraska secured the eighth-highest funding total in first-year rural health care improvement plan dollars from Congress’ tax and spending law President Donald Trump calls “big and beautiful.” In Nebraska, the Pillen administration said in a statement it is aiming the funds announced by the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services at a sustainable model for rural care that embraces chronic disease prevention and applied technology. “The partnerships we have built throughout President Trump’s...
An accident on 508 Avenue, approximately two and one-half miles south of Ewing, on Friday, Jan. 2, has resulted in two fatalities. According to the Holt County Sheriff's Office, Boyd-Holt E911 Dispatch received a call at approximately 9:18 p.m., about an injury accident. Holt County Sheriff's Office personnel responded and determined that an individual driving a 2020 RAM pickup, northbound on 508 Avenue, lost control on the icy curve, left the roadway, and rolled onto its top into a pond. The...
I remember the night by the way the air tasted, sharp with frost, heavy with waiting. My hooves ached from pulling, my breath rose in pale ghosts, and the town called Bethlehem pressed tight with people and noise. Every doorway was full. Every stable already held something warmer than hope. I was tied near the edge of the road, waiting for my owner's return, when I saw them pause. The man walked with the careful steps of someone trying not to show fear. The woman leaned into him, one hand at...
The Nebraska Broadcasters Association Foundation has awarded $17,000 in scholarships to four students who are currently attending Nebraska universities with aspirations to work in broadcasting upon their graduation. Barrett Stearns of Ewing, a sophomore at Wayne State College and Summerland Public School graduate, is among the recipients this year of the NBAF scholarship for the 2025-2026 academic year. Stearns is pursuing a dual major in sports media and mass communication. He is the son of...
The defendant in a sexual assault case appeared in Antelope County District court on Dec. 16. Dustin Garrison, attorney for Thomas A. Warnke of Beatrice did not, prompting the Honorable Mark Johnson to set a show cause hearing and a hearing on motions to sever for Jan. 28 in Antelope County District Court. According to court documents, Garrison will need to show "why he should not be held in contempt for failing to appear at the hearing." Warnke faces one count of sexual assault-1st degree, a...
Things are heating up at Old School Thrift Store in Orchard. Village trustees approved adding heat to the area leased by the thrift store during the board's Dec. 8 meeting at the Orchard Community Center. A furnace was installed in early December. Trustees also approved a new policy regarding utility payment return fees. Following discussion, Tyson Schutt made a motion to give customers a courtesy call and seven days to take care of the return. If not paid within seven days, a $35 fee will be...
Start the new year by getting outdoors and participating in First Day Hikes at Nebraska's state parks Jan. 1. These annual guided hikes give you the chance to explore trails, snap photos, watch wildlife and participate in any planned activities. Or, choose any state park and create your own hiking adventure. Activities include a potluck soup luncheon at Ash Hollow State Historical Park, a guided tour at Fort Hartsuff SHP, winter art activities at Schramm Park State Recreation Area, and tours of...
Ring in the new year with laughs and a steak dinner at the 2025 New Year's Eve Comedian Night, sponsored by the Clearwater Sons of the American Legion. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., with a steak or chicken dinner served at 7:30 p.m. The comedy starts at 8:30 p.m. and features comedians James Johann and Heather Jones. Johann, a 10-year comedy veteran, includes reflections on life, including failures. He has performed at the Just For Laughs Comedy Festival in Montreal, Canada, and toured with the Blue...
Chelsey R. Hartner, Madison, and Ryan J. Stover, Norfolk, have submitted applications for appointment as district court judge in the Seventh Judicial District which consists of Antelope, Cuming, Knox, Madison, Pierce, Stanton, and Wayne counties. The vacancy is due to the resignation of Judge James G. Kube. The public hearing of the Judicial Nominating Commission will be held at the Madison County Courthouse, Courtroom #1, 1313 N Main Street, Madison, beginning at 10 a.m., CST on Monday, Jan. 5. The Commission will interview all applicants for...
A 30-year-old Tilden man who pleaded guilty to a terroristic threat charge will enroll in a probation program. The Honorable Mark Johnson pronounced sentencing for Hunter E. Ashburn Taylor during a Dec. 16 session of Antelope County District Court, ordering him to 24 months in probation. Nine conditions are listed in the probation order. Ashburn Taylor will be required to pay the probation enrollment fee. Johnson also ordered the defendant to serve 90 days in Antelope County Jail, with credit...
The Honorable Mark Johnson presided over four show cause hearings, involving three defendants, Dec. 16, in Antelope County District Court. Jessica T. Mace, 44, of Sioux City, Iowa, did not appear for in the Neligh courtroom. The hearing stems from a 2018 case. Johnson continued the hearing to Jan. 28. ••• Christopher W. Robinett, 21, appeared for hearings in two cases. The defendant informed Johnson that he has been making payments and requested additional time to pay in full. Johnson continued both cases to Sept. 30. ••• Brian G. Tibbens, 55...
Austin Mendoza and Ethan Kester led Bobcat wrestlers, Saturday, at the EPPJ Invite. Mendoza took top honors in the 138 class, while Kester dominated the 150 division. Other medalists included Stacy Snodgrass, 126; Trenton Mendoza, 113; and Isaac Mendoza, 144. Overall, the Bobcats scored 78.5 points and placed fourth in the field of 15 teams. Plainview won the meet, followed by Pender and Twin River. Mendoza won a quarterfinal match over Bobby Chism, Wauneta-Palisade, by tech fall in 1:26. In...
A 63-year-old Norfolk woman facing a count of possession of methamphetamine, a Class IV felony, appeared before the Honorable Mark Johnson, Dec. 16, in Antelope County District Court. Denise A. Blevins entered a not guilty plea and was ordered to appear Jan. 28 for a pretrial conference. Johnson set a Feb. 17 jury trial in the matter. Blevins was arrested June 17, during a traffic stop, when Antelope County Deputy Keegan Barker pulled over the vehicle, which had a headlight out. According to...
A Neligh man facing one count of assault by strangulation or suffocation, a Class IIIA felony, and one count of commit child abuse intentional/no injury, a Class IIIA felony, requested a continuance during the Dec. 16 session of Antelope County District Court. Ray M. Connot, 60, of Neligh, made the request. Connot is represented by Nate Stratton of Norfolk. The Honorable Mark Johnson approved the motion and ordered Connot to appear March 25. A jury trial in the case was scheduled for April 20. Bond, set at $50,000 - 10%, with...
Santa Claus visited two Summerland-area communities over the weekend, spending time listening to wish lists, taking Christmas card-worthy photos, and sharing the joy of the season. On Sunday, Santa stopped by the Orchard Community Center. Later that evening, he took part in the Ewing Light Parade and stopped by the Ewing United Methodist-Presbyterian Church to meet area youngsters....
Antelope County will be searching for a new public defender after Monday's announcement that current man in the position, Patrick P. Carney, will advance to the county judgeship. Governor Jim Pillen announced his appointment of Carney on Monday. He will serve the Seventh Judicial District, which consists of Antelope, Cuming, Madison, Knox, Madison, Pierce, Stanton, and Wayne counties. Carney founded Carney Law PC LLO in Norfolk where he handles a variety of legal issues including criminal...
The Elgin and Neligh Knights of Columbus made separate donations to the Antelope County Food Pantry last week. Each organization presented $1,000 checks to the food pantry. The presentation took place at the Elgin Knights of Columbus Hall....
