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Controlled burns to remove tree and brush piles will end as the snow melts. Prescribed burns then will begin this spring on some Nebraska Game and Parks Commission wildlife management areas, state parks and state recreation areas where weather allows. Burning allows habitat managers to positively affect more acres. Those burns not completed this spring will be attempted this summer, fall or winter as weather allows. Burned acres often become more attractive to wildlife species, and for some...
Judge Kale Burdick presided over a handful of preliminary hearings during a Feb. 11 session of Holt County Court. Jerry D. Beall, 22, of O'Neill appeared for a pretrial hearing on multiple charges. Kelly informed Burdick a plea agreement had been reached. Per the agreement, Beall withdrew the previously entered pleas of not guilty and entered no contest pleas to three counts of contribute to the delinquency of a child, Class I misdemeanors. Burdick found Beall guilty on all three charges and...
Experience the sharp-tailed grouse mating dance from a viewing blind at Niobrara State Park. Reserve the free viewing blinds between March 7 and April 20. The large blind holds up to eight guests. A small, pop-up blind that can hold up to two people, also will be available for photographers with larger equipment. Both blinds are first-come, first-serve. Reserve a spot by calling the park office at 402-857-3373. Discounted overnight stays at Niobrara SP also are available. Make an early arrival...
Antelope County Judge Donna Taylor presided over a variety of cases during a Feb. 19 court session at the Antelope County Courthouse in Neligh. A plea deal was reached in a case involving a 53-year-old Albion man charged one felony count of issuing a bad check. Antelope County Attorney Joe Smith told the court the defendant agreed to plead guilty to an amended complaint and pay restitution immediately. Dennis Leitschuck entered a guilty plea to one count of issuing a bad check - $0 to $500, a...
Several cases were heard in Holt County Court, Feb. 11 and 18. Judge Kale Burdick presided. Ray A. Bahm, 57, of Chambers, appeared for arraignment on one count of obstruction of a peace officer, a Class I misdemeanor; one count of dv assault - 3rd/threat/menacing manner, a Class I misdemeanor; and one count of resist arrest-1st offense, a Class I misdemeanor. Burdick outlined possible charges and penalties, and advised that a conviction for a misdemeanor crime involved domestic violence may proh...
Three cases involving alcohol-related cases were heard in Antelope County Court on Feb. 19. Dallus L. Christiansen, 27, of Neligh, appeared for a hearing on one count of driving under the influence-.15+ or refusal (1prior conviction), a misdemeanor; and one county of speeding 11-15 mph county/state, an infraction. Christiansen told the court he had completed an alcohol/drug evaluation but a copy was not given to the court. Antelope County Judge Donna Taylor continued the case for sentencing on M...
Cornerstone Bank is thrilled to announce the 2025 Travel Club lineup, offering well-planned travel opportunities for our communities and customers across Nebraska. Open to all ages, this program is perfect for those who love to explore new destinations without the hassle of planning. "We've partnered with Gannon Travel Associates of Grand Island to provide expertly curated trips, ensuring a seamless and memorable experience," said Mandy Hengelfelt, Vice President of Marketing & Business Developm...
Wednesday, March 5 • Summerland Public School will have a 10 a.m. start on Wednesday, March 5. No morning preschool. All preschoolers will attend in the afternoon. Buses will run accordingly. No before-school activities. • Speedee Mart in Clearwater open at 5:30 a.m. or 8 a.m. on Wednesday, depending on weather. Tuesday, March 4 • Speedee Mart in Clearwater will close at 8 p.m., if not earlier. Will reopen at 5:30 a.m. or 8 a.m. on Wednesday, depending on weather. • Old School Thrift Store in Orchard will be closed Tuesday. Hope to be open on...
A Wednesday evening accident on the east edge of Neligh resulted in the death of Steven Binkerd, a Holt County sheriff's deputy. Binkerd's 2012 GMC Sierra pickup slid off the highway around 10:15, Feb. 12, a half-mile east of Neligh, according to the Antelope County Sheriff's Office. The initial investigation showed Binkerd, 41, was driving west on the highway when he drifted slightly onto the shoulder. He tried to drive back into the roadway but overcorrected, losing control of the pickup. The...
Participants in Saturday's O-Town Open should plan on having a "hole lotta fun." Sponsored by the Orchard Community Club, the fourth annual event will feature several holes of putt putt competition. Registration will be held at the Orchard Community Center, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., with a rules meeting scheduled for 6:30. Golfing will begin after the meeting. Each team will consist of four individuals. Participants must be 21 years old. Participating businesses include H & T Seed, Lazy-T Tire &...
Matthew A. Headley and Michael L. Long, both of 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 Judge Mark A. Johnson’s retirement. 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., on Friday, March 14. The commission will interview all applicants for the o...
Greg Sharpe, the voice of Husker Radio, died Friday, from pancreatic cancer, at age 61. The recent 2024 Nebraska Sportscaster of the Year recipient wass diagnosed with cancer in 2024. Sharpe provided play-by-play action for Husker football since November 2007, when he finished the final three games of the season and permanently took over in 2008. He also led the Nebraska baseball broadcast team since 2008. Sharpe is survived by his wife, Amy, and daughters Emily, Campbell and Taylor. Dr....
Great Plains State Bank announced that on Monday, Feb. 24, its O'Neill branch will relocate to the new building at 620 E. Douglas Street. The new branch, built by Single Source, will host a spacious bank lobby, conference room, and two drive-up lanes, as well as a 24-hour drive-up ATM. Chief executive officer, Rick Chochon, said, "We are excited about our new building that will cement our location in the heart of downtown O'Neill reflecting GPSbank's commitment to providing great personal...
The Northeast Nebraska iHub, in partnership with the Norfolk Public Library, announces the return of its annual robotics camp, providing local students with hands-on experience in STEM and robotics. The free camp will take place in two sessions this summer, welcoming young learners eager to explore the world of robotics and technology. The first session, designed for students entering fifth and sixth grade, will run from June 9 through June 12. Participants in this group will work with FIRST LEGO Robotics, engaging in creative problem-solving...
The University of Nebraska would do less cutting-edge medical research, lay off employees and lose top scientists if deep federal cuts backed by President Donald Trump’s administration take effect, say university leaders. In interviews, NU President Dr. Jeffrey Gold and leaders at the University of Nebraska Medical Center portrayed the proposed cuts as a dark cloud hanging over local researchers and noted they would prove even more painful if coupled with potential state budget cuts. “As sad as it is to say, if this is sustained over a long per...
Chronic wasting disease surveillance conducted in eastern Nebraska during the November firearm deer season detected 60 positive cases in deer. More than 1,400 samples were collected from harvested deer at check stations in the Missouri, Elkhorn, Loup East, Wahoo, Blue Northwest and Blue Southeast deer management units. CWD was detected for the first time in Antelope, Madison, Butler, York, Seward, Jefferson, Richardson, Merrick, Greeley and Platte counties. To view 2024 CWD results, identified...
Ruby Jenkins' name symbolizes love, strength, and protection-qualities she has embodied since birth. Born without pulmonary arteries entering her heart, she underwent open-heart surgery at four months old. Now, as she celebrates her third birthday on Valentine's Day, Ruby's resilience shines as brightly as the gemstone and great-grandmother she shares a name with. On a recent Friday afternoon, Ruby sang the ABC song and serenaded her mom, Jolene, with "The Wheels on the Bus." "What she does now...
A 60-year-old O'Neill man died Feb. 6 at the Nebraska Reception and Treatment Center in Lincoln. Jerry Yelli was sentenced to the facility on Nov. 19, 2018, and was serving a sentence of nine to 17 years and one month for convictions in Holt and Madison counties. Charges included possession of methamphetamine with intent to deliver, driving under a revoked license and terroristic threats. According to state records, he was scheduled for a parole hearing this month. While a cause of death has yet to be determined, Yelli was being treated for a...
Holt County Supervisors handled a variety of matters when they met in regular session, Jan. 31, in O'Neill. Supervisor Duane Neiman made a motion to appoint Randy Bilstein to the Holt County Board of Adjustments. He will replace Barb Steskal. Bilstein's term will run until 2027. County clerk Cathy Pavel said a county planning board member will need to appoint a member. Surety bonds were approved for Carol Hammerlun, treasurer of School District #7, and Todd Nelson, secretary/treasurer of the Lyn...
Dustin M. Sargent, 30, of Aurora, appeared in Antelope County Court, Feb. 5, for further arraignment on one count of theft-unlawful taking $1,500 to $4,999, a Class IV felony. On Dec. 30, Sargent is alleged to have broken into a building owned by Jamie Curtis and a home and shop owned by Doug Reynolds and have stolen a 2006 Dodge pickup owned by Reynolds. The vehicle was located later in Knox County after the defendant told officers where it would be found. Public defender Patrick Carney was...
Due to impending weather conditions, the mobile food pantry, scheduled for Tuesday, Feb. 18, in Neligh, has been canceled....
Four cases will be continued for in Antelope County Court, following action taken during the Feb. 5 court session. Dennis Leitschuck, 53, of Albion, appeared for further arraignment on one count of issuing a bad check-2nd/subsequent, a Class IV felony. Leitschuck requested an attorney and a public defender was appointed. He will appear Feb. 19 for further arraignment. ***** Aurelio A. Perez Jr., 21, of Bismarck, Minnesota, failed to appear for arraignment on one count of driving under...
A legislative committee voted Thursday to advance a bill that could lead to increased teacher pay, setting beginning compensation as a fraction of superintendent pay. Education Committee members voted 6-0, with one member absent and another "present, not voting," to advance Legislative Bill 300, from State Sen. Dave Murman of Glenvil, the committee chair. The bill would require that beginning teachers be paid no less than 20% of what a school district pays its superintendent. School districts...
Gov. Jim Pillen testified before the Nebraska Legislature's Education Committee, Monday, in favor of LB303, which aims to provide Nebraskans with additional property tax relief by altering the Tax Equity and Educational Opportunities Support Act. Sen. Jana Hughes introduced LB303 at the governor's request. TEEOSA has been Nebraska's school funding formula since 1990. Its primary function is to provide state equalization aid to those schools where the needs exceed budget resources. During his...
The Honorable Donna Taylor heard eight cases involving alcohol- and drug-related charges during a Feb. 5 session of Antelope County court. Tyler D. Dawe, 20, of Burwell, appeared for a pretrial hearing on one count of driving under the influence of alcoholic liquor - second offense, a Class W misdemeanor; and one count of minor in possession of alcohol - ages 19/20, a Class II misdemeanor. On Dec. 30, an Antelope County law enforcement officer observed a vehicle driven by Dawe speeding on...
