Utility scam attempted in Pickrell, sheriff's office reminds public to stay alert

Local authorities are warning businesses and residents to stay alert after a Pickrell business owner reported an attempted phone scam involving a person posing as a utility company representative.

April 7, 2026Updated: April 7, 2026
By Jake Bartecki

Braving severe storm, variety of vet med orgs join forces to combat cat overpopulation crisis

Braving severe storm, variety of vet med orgs join forces to combat cat overpopulation crisis

Beatrice streets deal with flooding, after heavy rainfall Monday

Beatrice streets deal with flooding, after heavy rainfall Monday

Reminder: avoid areas with downed power lines

Reminder: avoid areas with downed power lines

Nebraska wins another close contest, advances to super regional after 1-0 win over GCU

Nebraska wins another close contest, advances to super regional after 1-0 win over GCU