Terminations of four former Jefferson County highway department employees upheld by county board

Four men who were protesting their terminations from the Jefferson County highway department just before Thanksgiving learned the fate of their case Tuesday morning.

February 11, 2026Updated: February 11, 2026

By Timothy Hackett

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Busy summer of facility work, for Beatrice Public Schools

Esther Schmit recognized as July 2026 Jefferson County Veteran of the Month

The July 2026 Jefferson County Veteran of the Month is Esther Schmit.

Former Beatrice convenience store employee accused of stealing over $15,000

Omaha's Milan Laser grows to nation's largest laser hair removal company

Omaha's Milan Laser grows to nations largest laser hair removal company

State

Buffett omits gift to Bill Gates' foundation after Microsoft cofounder's Epstein ties disclosed

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Troopers arrest Illinois attempted homicide suspect

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Illinois attempted murder suspect arrested during Nebraska traffic stop

4 hrs 22 mins ago

Harrisburg teen shows her marksmanship in 4-H

5 hrs 4 mins ago

Esther Schmit recognized as July 2026 Jefferson County Veteran of the Month

6 hrs 3 mins ago

Nebraska auditor uncovers nearly $50,000 in alleged financial improprieties

6 hrs 12 mins ago

Sports

State Little League tournaments in Kearney sets participation record

July 9th 2026, 6:54 PM UTC

Nebraska Select soccer team earns trip to national tournament

July 8th 2026, 9:01 PM UTC

Auburn Boys Basketball Head Coach Jim Weeks named NHSACA Coach of the Year

July 2nd 2026, 3:33 PM UTC

Wild Horse Golf Club unveils renovated clubhouse, new short course

July 2nd 2026, 12:01 AM UTC

Longtime high school coach enters national hall of fame

July 1st 2026, 4:34 PM UTC

Kearney hosts Nebraska Lions All-Star Golf Tournament, honoring state's top senior golfers

June 30th 2026, 11:03 PM UTC

Ag & Outdoor

Outdoor notes: Birding Bowl inspires generous next step

June 20th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

Outdoor notes: Tips for enjoying water safely this summer

June 13th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

Outdoor notes: Rare lake sturgeon made 681-mile swim

June 6th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

Outdoor notes: Low water affecting Nebraska boaters this summer

May 30th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

Ag notes: Cattle placements rise 6% during April

May 29th 2026, 5:17 PM UTC

NGPC still offers grazing, haying opportunities

May 28th 2026, 7:44 PM UTC