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For more than 15 years, the brick building in south Lincoln has served as a local hub for the U.S. Department of Agriculture - a place where farmers meet face-to-face with federal workers overseeing complex conservation projects on their land. But last month the Department of Government Efficiency, a cost-cutting initiative led by billionaire Elon Musk, moved to cancel the building's lease months early and claimed it saved taxpayers more than $62,000. DOGE reports on its "Wall of Receipts" to...
On March 10, Royal Fire Department recognized two members who have served for 50 years. Department president Alan Colson presented 50-year membership plaques to Max Hieter and Myron Hergert....
Clearwater Volunteer Fire Department Dave Timm, who joined the department in 1979, was recognized by department members during a recent meeting. Fire Chief Steve Hankla presented a plaque to Timm for his 46 years of service. Timm and his wife, Jolene, recently moved to Iowa....
Spring wild turkey season begins March 25 for archers in Nebraska. The youth shotgun season opens April 5, with the regular shotgun season starting April 12. All spring turkey seasons close May 31. Turkey hunters must use archery equipment March 25-April 11 and may use either archery equipment or a shotgun April 12-May 31. Youth turkey hunters must use archery equipment March 25-April 4 and may use either archery equipment or a shotgun April 5-May 31. Hunters are limited to two turkey permits...
Nebraska State Troopers removed 15 impaired drivers from the road during the boys state basketball tournament, resulting from a special enforcement effort including troopers across the state. From Wednesday, March 12, through Saturday, March 15, troopers arrested 15 people for driving under the influence. Troopers also stopped 19 drivers for speeding at 100 miles per hour or more. “Congratulations to all the teams who claimed state titles, and to all teams that made it to this year’s state tournaments,” said Colonel John Bolduc, super...
The next generation of business leaders took center stage at the North Central Nebraska Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge, where students from across the region pitched their innovative business ideas to a panel of judges. The competition, held to inspire and support young entrepreneurs, showcased creative and ambitious ventures from high school students eager to make their mark in the business world. Kidz Klubhouse from West Holt High School claimed first place, impressing the judges with their...
Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol have arrested one person after locating over 250 pounds of marijuana during a traffic stop in northern Nebraska. On Friday, March 7, at approximately 7:20 p.m., a trooper performed a traffic stop along Highway 20 on a Chevrolet Silverado with a driver known to have a suspended license. The traffic stop occurred near the intersection of Highway 20 and Highway 81. During the traffic stop, the trooper saw marijuana in plain view in the pickup. A search of...
Approximately 29 fire departments responded Monday to a mutual aid call for a field fire in Wheeler County, which began on a county road and burned east approximately eight miles, jumping Highway 281 multiple times. Three airplane pilots assisted with the wildfire, in addition to area farmers and water tank drivers. The cause of the fire remains unknown, according to the Bartlett Volunteer Fire Department....
A plea agreement was reached in case involving a 44-year-old Tilden man during the March 5 session of Antelope County Court. Jonathon L. Werner pleaded guilty to an amended complaint of driving during revocation/impound-1st, a Class II misdemeanor. Per the agreement, the state agreed not to file additional charges from the incident. The Honorable Donna Taylor sentenced Werner to pay a $1,000 fine and serve four days in jail. Werner was given credit for four days previously served. Taylor also...
Join the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission in a virtual discussion on fisheries management during meetings March 24-26. These six public informational sessions – one for each of the five Game and Parks Fisheries district plus a statewide, aquatic habitat plan focused session – will provide updates for the respective areas. The informal, interactive gatherings will provide a chance for questions, dialogue and feedback. The virtual meetings will take place on Zoom. Participants will be encouraged...
A new chapter in Orchard's grocery store history is ready to open. In January, Kyle and Samantha Erb started the transition process from Kyle's parents, Todd and Leah, who operated TJ's Market since 1982. "It's just a matter of crossing a couple 'T's" and dotting a couple "I's," Samantha said. Kyle said he grew up at the grocery store, working there during his high school days. "When I was a little kid, I would be down here with my parents. It's just always what I've known," he said. When Todd...
Starting charting summer travel plans now and add several local spots to the list. Corner Hardware and More, in Orchard, River Mill Coffee Company in Neligh, Flat Iron Bar and Grill in Atkinson, Bloomin Daisies Floral & Gifts, Stuart and Winnetoon Mall & Post Office are among the 2025 Nebraska Passport program stops. The Passport program urges travel throughout Nebraska. Visitors collect stamps to earn prizes while supporting Nebraska tourism destinations and local businesses. "Year after year,...
The Tri-County Titans American Legion Baseball team will host a pancake feed, Sunday, March 9, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Orchard United Methodist Church. Pancakes, sausage and a beverage will be served for a freewill donation....
Great Plains State Bank will celebrate its new location in downtown O’Neill, 620 East Douglas Street, with a grand opening on Friday, March 14 from 12 to 2p.m. A ribbon cutting with the O’Neill Chamber of Commerce will commence at 1 p.m. The new branch, built by Single Source, hosts a spacious bank lobby, conference room, two drive-up lanes and a 24-hour drive-up ATM. Great Plains State Bank opened the new branch on Monday, Feb. 24 in the heart of downtown O’Neil,l making this location more “convenient and accessible.” According to chief exe...
When the new Trump administration directed a temporary freeze on federal grants and loans last month, Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen's office offered a calm public-facing reaction. But emails and text messages show that many Nebraska state agencies - like organizations across the U.S. - were simmering with questions and concern. The federal directive had thrown into question if and when governments and organizations would get billions they use for everything from housing programs to highway constructi...
Nebraska Extension Antelope County is participating in the Nebraska Cancer Coalition's annual #DressInBlueNE campaign to raise awareness of colorectal cancer and the importance of lifesaving screening. This statewide effort coincides with Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month in March and culminates in Dress in Blue Day on Friday, March 7. Colorectal cancer remains the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in Nebraska, with incidence and mortality rates in the state exceeding national...
Entrepreneurs interested in starting or improving their child care businesses are invited to attend a free conference presented in Spanish. “Growing Together: Spanish Child Care Educators Conference” is scheduled for Saturday, April 5, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., at Central Community College in Grand Island. English interpretation is available upon request. “This year's conference has been carefully curated to provide valuable insights and resources for early child care professionals,” said Brissa Borjas Esparza, senior business develop...
A 27-year-old Norfolk resident facing charges associated with three counts of delivery of marijuana, a Class IIA felony, will wait until March for arraignment. Arnulfo Adame-Salas appeared before the Honorable James Kube, Feb. 26, in Antelope County District Court. His court-appointed attorney, Patrick Carney, advised Kube he had filed a motion for absolute discharge and requested the arraignment be stopped until Kube ruled on the motion. Antelope County Attorney Joe Smith requested a hearing...
Laughter and conversation echoed through the hallway Monday as guests gathered at the new Orchard Senior Center. Located in the northeast corner of the Orchard Community Center, the center offers a place for the young at heart to connect. On Feb. 24, food provided another reason to gather, with village and community center committee members serving chicken noodle and ham and potato soups to visitors checking out the new space. Orchard Village Chairman Stephanie Cleveland said plans for a senior...
All U.S. and state flags will be flown at half-staff on Thursday, Feb. 27, for the funeral of Nebraska State Patrol Trooper Kyle McAcy. McAcy was killed in the line of duty on Feb. 17 while responding to the scene of a crash on I-80....
A public hearing for Holt County's one- and six-year road improvement plan will be held this Friday at the Holt County Courthouse in O'Neill. The hearing, originally scheduled for Feb. 18, will start at 11:30 a.m. It was postponed due to weather conditions. In addition to the hearing, Holt County Supervisors will hear an update about the Summit Carbon Solutions pipeline, listen to concerns about Chance Road from two residents, review and/or approve a skid steer lease through NMC, hold bid...
Clearwater Sons of the American Legion will host its annual Ash Wednesday fish fry, at the American Legion, on March 5. Serving will begin at 5 and continue until 7:30 p.m. A freewill donation will be accepted....
How do you celebrate your 100th birthday? On Feb. 22, Clearwater American Legion Auxiliary members honor Caroline Jaeke for 50 years of continuous membership. Following the presentation, Jaeke celebrated her birthday with friends and family during a surprise open house at the Clearwater American Legion....
The Honorable Donna Taylor presided over three cases involving assaults in the Feb. 19 session of Antelope County Court. Michelle R. Zelms, 37, of Norfolk, appeared for arraignment on one count of assault-cause bodily injury, a Class I misdemeanor, related to a Feb. 14 incident which occurred at rural Ewing in Antelope County. Zelms requested a public defender. Taylor adjudged her indigent and appointed Antelope County Attorney Patrick Carney. According to the probable cause affidavit, Zelms and...
A rare event will be visible in this Friday's sky. All seven other planets in the solar system will appear at the same time. Saturn, Mercury, Neptune, Venus, Uranus, Jupiter and Mars will line up in a row, forming what is called the great planetary alignment. The planet parade brings the planets hundreds of thousands of times nearer to Earth. Skygazers will be able to see planets move position, while stars will remain stationary. Opportune viewing time will be around 5:10 p.m., Central Time....
