Dodge County sheriff pleads guilty to federal wire fraud charge

Federal prosecutors said Weitzel made 84 unauthorized transfers between the organization's bank accounts and his personal bank accounts from April 2018 through February 2022

July 6, 2026Updated: July 6, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

Dodge County sheriff pleads guilty to federal wire fraud charge

Dodge County Sheriff Dustin WeitzelDodge County Sheriff's Office

JCH&L breaks ground on project to renovate and expand home of sports medicine and fitness center

Anyone who counts on the hospital in Fairbury to help build their exercise regimen or to recover from an injury will soon have a much newer space at their disposal.

Fairbury's longstanding flea market creates unique connection for two of its newest vendors

The Fourth of July flea market in Fairbury has been a holiday fixture for more than half a century. And recently, it's sparked a unique shot at a collaboration for two of the event's newest vendors.

Beatrice Fire talks proper disposal of used fireworks

Beatrice wrestling fireworks stand back for another year

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

Dodge County sheriff pleads guilty to federal wire fraud charge

JCH&L breaks ground on project to renovate and expand home of sports medicine and fitness center

Fairbury's longstanding flea market creates unique connection for two of its newest vendors

Beatrice Fire talks proper disposal of used fireworks

Beatrice wrestling fireworks stand back for another year

State

Flatwater Free Press reporter to work from News Channel Nebraska’s Kearney newsroom

Dodge County sheriff pleads guilty to federal wire fraud charge

Former Valentine chamber director found guilty, sentenced for disturbing the peace

Colombian woman, Venezuelan man sentenced for sex trafficking of minors

JCH&L breaks ground on project to renovate and expand home of sports medicine and fitness center

World-record riders stop in Kearney during 13,000-mile cross-country motorcycle challenge

Sports

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

Wild Horse Golf Club unveils renovated clubhouse, new short course

Longtime high school coach enters national hall of fame

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

Beatrice alum, Super Bowl champ Cam Jurgens returns home to host youth football camp

Husker great runs team's volleyball clinic

Ag & Outdoor

Outdoor notes: Birding Bowl inspires generous next step

Outdoor notes: Tips for enjoying water safely this summer

Outdoor notes: Rare lake sturgeon made 681-mile swim

Outdoor notes: Low water affecting Nebraska boaters this summer

Ag notes: Cattle placements rise 6% during April

NGPC still offers grazing, haying opportunities