Lower Big Blue NRD recreation areas reopening for the season
Cub Creek Recreation Area to reopen later, in May
Beatrice Firefighters called to small flareup, outside Sunmart Grocery
Beatrice firefighters called to small fire outside east Beatrice store.
Blackburn's walk-off leads Big O past Wolves, stellar day from Timmerman
It was a true pitchers dual, with no shortage of dramatics, in Beatrice's 2-1 win over Elkhorn North on Thursday evening.
JCH&L's Progressive Ag Safety Day set for August 1
Related Video Above - 2022 Progressive Ag Safety Day FAIRBURY – The Progressive Agriculture Safety Day will be held on Tuesday, Aug. 1, at the Jefferson County Fairgrounds in Fairbury.
Jefferson County Commissioners commit $50k to Rock Island Depot roof repair
FAIRBURY, NE — The Jefferson County Commissioners are pitching in to help finance needed repairs to a historic landmark in Fairbury.
Sterling, Nebraska man fined for hunting violations
Investigation followed discovery of several dead geese south of Sterling
Authorities respond to vehicle stuck on railroad tracks near Firth
Authorities said they responded to a call where a vehicle was reportedly stuck on railroad tracks.
Busy waterworks season in Beatrice....as downtown main replacement is set to start
New transmission line being installed, 100-year-old mains being replaced
Jefferson, Washington counties meet with TC Energy about funding road repairs
STEELE CITY, NE — Officials in southeast Nebraska and north east Kansas are working on plans to fix a road that connects the two.
Southeast Nebraska turkey season begins, new harvest reporting initiated
The 2023 spring turkey hunting season is here, with a new key change.
Former Fillmore County Sheriff to pay fine after plea agreement in DUI case
SEWARD COUNTY, NE — A former law enforcement officer in southeast Nebraska will have to pay up after accepting a plea agreement in a driving under the influence (DUI) case.
Beatrice Police arrest pair on drug, weapon counts
Officers called Tuesday to a dispute between male, female
Fairbury woman selected as member of the Southeast Community College Board of Governors
Vicki Haskell will be sworn in as a new member, in April
Gage County Planning Commission forwards swine, anhydrous permit applications
Permits include large swine operation near Pickrell....anhydrous expansion near Filley
Nebraska holding drill Wednesday as part of Severe Weather Awareness Week
Time to brush up on what to do, if severe storms hit
Southeast Community College mulling mascot change, adjusts volleyball base
SCC in the process of establishing new home base for several sports
Shut down pitching, big third inning leads Beatrice past Fairbury
Beatrice bounced back from Tuesday's 11-3 loss to Seward with a 7-0 win over Fairbury on Tuesday afternoon.
Fairbury officials excited for potential of grant money
FAIRBURY, NE — After learning they're receiving a pair of large grants, the City of Fairbury is ready to put them to work. "We're very excited," Fairbury Development Services Director Laura Bedlan said.
Inmate from Seward County dies during incarceration
An inmate that was serving time for a charge in Seward County was recently pronounced dead.
Homestead National Historical Park planning burn
With ideal weather conditions, prescribed burn will take place in the coming weeks
Downtown Beatrice redevelopment getting financial boost from state
Local officials looking for ways to make the downtown area more pedestrian-friendly
Garland man sentenced to almost 20 years in prison for child pornography
A man from Garland was sentenced to almost 20 years in prison for a child pornography charge.
Beatrice Fire talks spring wildfires in southeast Nebraska
As the winter snow finally melts and temperatures rise, it can often mean one thing for fire departments in southeast Nebraska: a start to the spring wildfire season.
Trial scheduled for man charged in Fairbury McDonald's robbery
FAIRBURY, NE — One of the two men charged in the robbery of the now former McDonald's in Fairbury is heading to trial.
Fairbury awarded nearly $2 million to improve infrastructure, help businesses
FAIRBURY, NE — The City of Fairbury is getting a big boost in aid to help with certain projects in the community.
Crawford signs to Doane, credits decision to 'family bond' among the team
A Beatrice basketball sharp-shooter has signed to play college hoops.
Southeast Nebraska student tops poster entries for severe weather awareness
Southern Schools student Lucas Rabstejnek heads the list of winners
Driver arrested after vehicle hits house, in west Beatrice
Collision sheers off northeast corner of a home
Gas smell sends firefighters to Beatrice High School
No line break found.....no significant hazard
Jefferson County Commissioners set new wind zoning regulations
JEFFERSON COUNTY, NE — After an over year-long process, Jefferson County has new wind turbine zoning regulations.
In-town trail realignment, upcoming open house on Beatrice-to-Homestead Trail
Park trail realignment underway....City eyes trail connection with Homestead National Historical Park
Pickup totaled after morning collision with school bus in east Beatrice
A pickup truck is totaled after it collided with a school bus on Thursday morning.
Southeast Community College tech center project off and running
Technology center gets huge boost from major donations
Pawnee County charges sexual abuse by school employee
Prosecutor alleges pattern of conduct
Nebraska holds 2023 Pro Day, all 32 NFL teams in attendance
It’s the time of year when NFL hopefuls look to make a first impression on NFL scouts and that’s what 14 huskers attempted to do on Wednesday morning during Nebraska’s 2023 Pro Day.
Pawnee City Public Schools employee fired after arrest for child sexual assault
A Pawnee City Public Schools employee was arrested and charged Tuesday after allegedly sexually abusing two children between Feb. and March.
First permit approved, for Gage County ARPA-funded broadband project
Work area focuses on central and northern area of Gage County
Gage County officials approve amended one-and-six-year road plan
Supporters of new paving near Virginia lobby for keeping that goal alive
Jefferson County Commissioners prepare for final vote on wind farm zoning regulations
JEFFERSON COUNTY, NE — There is a light at the end of the tunnel for the wind farm zoning saga in Jefferson County.
Zach Decker picks up first win as head coach, Beatrice beats Ralston 9-3
In his first game at the helm, Zach Decker is a winner.
York suspect pleads not guilty in murder of his wife
The York man accused of killing his wife in January pleaded not guilty to murder and weapons charges Tuesday.
Fairbury to begin issuing citations for municipal code violations
FAIRBURY, NE — Fairbury is taking another step to attempt to nip minor violations of city codes in the bud.
Beatrice Police operations described, recruiting remains a challenge
Local department has several divisions, responsibilities
Beatrice City Council forwards UTV-only amendment to ordinance
One more round of consideration, before ordinance is given final approval
JCH&L to host blood drive in April
FAIRBURY, NE — People in southeast Nebraska will have an opportunity to donate the Nebraska Community Blood Bank in April.
Game and Parks spring trout stocking gets underway
The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission is making an effort to get more young Nebraskans interested in fishing.
Hall of Fame Beatrice High School Coach passes away
His Lady Orange golf teams racked up several state tournament appearances
Red Flag Warnings issued for most of central, eastern Nebraska
Multiple counties in the central and eastern areas of Nebraska are in a Red Flag Warning.
Doane Board of Trustees appoints three new members
Doane University has appointed three new members to the Board of Trustees.
Johnson County authorities investigating death near railroad tracks
Tecumseh man found near First Street and railroad tracks
Beatrice City Clerk named Clerk of the Year
Erin Saathoff honored at the Nebraska Municipal Clerks Association annual event in Kearney
Beatrice Police ticket three, for vandalism at two city parks
Two juveniles, one adult suspected in the damage at Chautauqua and Riverside Parks
Southeast Community College to kick off tech center project
Addition aided by a major donation from Sandhills Global Technology
Jefferson County P&Z Committee to present wind farm regulation recommendations to county board Tuesday
JEFFERSON COUNTY, NE — The time until a final decision is made on commercial wind farm regulations in Jefferson County is quickly approaching.
Vandals hit two city parks, in Beatrice
Damage estimate could approach $5,000
New Museum Display Features KWBE History
The Gage County Museum has created several new displays including one that spotlights the history of KWBE Radio.
Orangemen, Lady O basketball receives postseason conference honors
Several Beatrice basketball players received postseason recognition from the Trailblazer Conference.
First MUDECAS All-Star Game to honor dominant season for southeast Nebraska, raise money for foundation
For the first time ever, one of Nebraska’s oldest high school tournaments will hold an all-star game.
Woman arrested for flagging down vehicles, asking for money
Authorities make arrest for disturbing the peace
Proposed Summit Pork swine operation remains at planning commission level
Gage County Planning Commission to hold another meeting March 28th, to get more information
Gage County Planning Commission sends solar regulations to county board
Following months of public input and changes.....regulations will now go to elected county officials for consideration
SEASON PREVIEW: Beatrice baseball aims to continue recent success in 2023
One of the most successful high school baseball programs of recent years, is beginning preparation to continue that success this spring.
Jefferson County Historical Society combats rising prices to fix Rock Island Depot roof
FAIRBURY, NE — A group in southeast Nebraska trying to preserve history.
Jefferson County Ambulance director resigns, former director named interim leader
JEFFERSON COUNTY, NE — Mere months after taking the job, an ambulance director in southeast Nebraska is stepping down.
