Friend hospital says former CEO repaid misused money, now wants to move forward
The Friend Community Healthcare System board said this week that former CEO Jared Chaffin repaid the nearly $40,000 the Nebraska state auditor alleged he improperly spent. Now, the hospital wants to move on and focus on the bigger picture.
Fairbury ready for first foray into world of 8-man football
Fairbury football is ready to embark on a unique journey this season, their first playing 8-man football. But despite the new territory, excitement remains high for this year's class of Jeffs.
Papillion-La Vista retires numbers of Jordy Bahl, Peaches James
Papillion-La Vista retires numbers of Jordy Bahl, Peaches James
Satterfield says Luke Lindenmeyer making strides as leader
Satterfield says Luke Lindenmeyer making strides as leader
Bullfroging season underway in Nebraska
Bullfroging season underway in Nebraska
Season Preview: Beatrice Volleyball is ready to get the season underway.
Season Preview: Beatrice Volleyball is ready to get the season underway.
Doane Football Coach Conversations: 2026 Season Preview
Our Doane Coach Conversations series returns just in time for the 2026 football season! Doane head football coach Jonathan Johnson joins NCN's Tim Hackett every week to discuss all things Tiger football.
NPPD planning power line project connecting parts of southern Nebraska and northern Kansas
Nebraska Public Power District is planning a power line project that would reinforce the area around Daykin and Tobias and stretch across the Kansas border.
'Pushing each other every day': Husker running back battle continues, with strides being made
'Pushing each other every day': Husker running back battle continues, with strides being made
JCH&L CEO Holly Wolff to step down in September
Fairbury's Jefferson Community Health and Life announced Monday that CEO Holly Wolff will be resigning from her position in September.
Clatonia to consider lifting water conservation, explore options to add second well
The Southeast Nebraska village of Clatonia has been under a water usage restriction for the last month after learning that its lone water well was not pumping properly. Now, the tiny Gage County town is assessing its next steps.
Straight out of Canada, Fairbury cemetery receives second columbarium
The Fairbury cemetery is running out of space for its cremations. So this week, they erected a new columbarium, with assistance from a crew from Canada.
With loads of experience, Huskers confident in revamped offensive line
With loads of experience, Huskers confident in revamped offensive line
Busy NSAA Board of Directors meeting held, before high school activities begin
Busy NSAA Board of Directors meeting held, before high school activities begin
'We're a brand new team.' Beatrice Football looks to turn over a new leaf in 2026
'We're a brand new team.' Beatrice Football looks to turn over a new leaf in 2026
August accident at Sargent Drilling in Geneva leaves Cordova man in critical condition
A Southeast Nebraska man was left seriously injured, but alive, after he was inadvertently run over by a colleague while working at a drilling operation earlier this month.
Fairbury council considers rate increase ordinance, approves amenities for city park, campground
Fairbury's city council will consider approving salary increases, and did approve amenities for Crystal Springs and the city park and plans for Hullabalooza this week.
NSAA approves co-ops for 2026-27, 2027-28 school years
NSAA approves co-ops for 2026-27, 2027-28 school years
Increase tax asking or add to a bond: Jefferson County commissioners discuss possible budget directions
Facing a cash flow shortfall due to increasing employee salaries, the Jefferson County board will consider whether to ask for a property tax increase or tack the excess onto a forthcoming road work bond.
Little Texas, Jake Worthington help Ol' Red close out summer at second country music showcase
In Southeast Nebraska on Saturday, all eyes - and ears - were trained on the Jefferson County Speedway, where Southeast Nebraska radio station Ol' Red closed out the summer with its second annual country music showcase.
Teraya Sigler awarded Nebraska Volleyball Lifter of the Year
Teraya Sigler awarded Nebraska Volleyball Lifter of the Year
Doane Football Preview: Tigers are leaning on experience from last year.
Doane Football Preview: Tigers are leaning on experience from last year.
SEASON PREVIEW: Norris Volleyball chasing coveted three-peat in 2026
SEASON PREVIEW: Norris Volleyball chasing coveted three-peat in 2026
Huskers star power on full display, in Red-White scrimmage
Huskers star power on full display, in Red-White scrimmage
SEASON PREVIEW: Fueled by motivation, Norris looking to take further steps in year two under Trevor Sedlacek
SEASON PREVIEW: Fueled by motivation, Norris looking to take further steps in year two under Trevor Sedlacek
After off-season full of unique experiences, Husker Volleyball ready for 2026 campaign
After off-season full of unique experiences, Husker Volleyball ready for 2026 campaign
'I love Marsh': New Huskers defensive coordinator Rob Aurich reunites with Andrew Marshall
'I love Marsh': New Huskers defensive coordinator Rob Aurich reunites with Andrew Marshall
Ol' Red's Last Call for Summer concert returns to Jefferson County for year two with two major acts
After a successful debut last August, the Last Call for Summer concert returns to the Jefferson County Speedway this Saturday, featuring a true country headliner twinbill.
Aurich impact already being felt by Husker defense
Aurich impact already being felt by Husker defense
John Wagner recognized as August 2026 Jefferson County Veteran of the Month
John Wagner is the Jefferson County Veteran of the Month for August 2026.
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Friend hospital says former CEO repaid misused money, now wants to move forward
The Friend Community Healthcare System board said this week that former CEO Jared Chaffin repaid the nearly $40,000 the Nebraska state auditor alleged he improperly spent. Now, the hospital wants to move on and focus on the bigger picture.
Fairbury ready for first foray into world of 8-man football
Fairbury football is ready to embark on a unique journey this season, their first playing 8-man football. But despite the new territory, excitement remains high for this year's class of Jeffs.
Papillion-La Vista retires numbers of Jordy Bahl, Peaches James
Papillion-La Vista retires numbers of Jordy Bahl, Peaches James
Satterfield says Luke Lindenmeyer making strides as leader
Satterfield says Luke Lindenmeyer making strides as leader
Bullfroging season underway in Nebraska
Bullfroging season underway in Nebraska