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Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol responded to nearly 150 weather-related incidents on Nebraska roadways on Christmas Day. Troopers responded to 28 crashes and performed 117 motorist assists as much of the state experienced a white Christmas. The vast majority of the incidents did not involve injuries. One crash, which occurred at approximately 11:30 a.m. Monday, resulted in the closure of eastbound Interstate 80 for approximately three hours while cleanup took place. There were no injurie...
For more than 32 years, Nebraska Public Power District has contributed its support to education through the annual Nebraska Open golf tournament and fundraiser, including more than $70,000 raised for scholarships in 2023. The Nebraska Open is an annual golf tournament and fundraiser, coordinated by NPPD, that has helped raise more than $1.9 million in scholarship funds over the last 32 years. Scholarship funds are raised to support scholarships for students attending Central, Mid-Plains,...
Christopher W. Robinett, 21, of Neligh appeared in the Antelope County district courtroom in Neligh on Dec. 20 for sentencing on two counts committed Aug. 6, burglary of a pickup from Carhart Lumber Co. in Neligh, and driving under the influence of alcohol, first offense, as well as resentencing on a 2022 conviction of attempted burglary of the Neligh Vape Shop and Fit Stop. The Honorable James Kube sentenced Robinett to three prison terms, to be served consecutive to each other. In the Carhart burglary case, Robinett was sentenced to serve...
Content advisory: This article discusses sensitive topics, including suicide. Reader discretion is advised. No one told Kristine Cecava that one day her job would lead her to cleaning up the scene of a suicide. Yet when the time came, she knew what needed to be done to help support the deceased's family. Cecava, a former district judge and county attorney in Cheyenne County, was called to a crime scene at the home of a friend's son where he committed suicide. In sparsely populated areas, part...
Kaitlin Dozler was sentenced Dec. 20, in the Antelope County district court in Neligh, for enhanced driving under the influence of alcohol. The Honorable James Kube sentenced Dozler to not less than four nor more than six years in a facility under the direction of the Nebraska Department of Corrections. She was given credit for 111 days previously served in the Antelope County Jail. Kube also ordered 15-year revocation of her driver’s license, commencing when she is released from incarceration. She was ordered to pay $5,000 restitution to Codee...
Harley Wright, a 2019 Ewing Public Schools graduate, recently joined the team at Northeast Nebraska Community Action Partnership as the family services advocate at the Norfolk office. Wright has lived in northeast Nebraska all her life and currently resides in Norfolk with her husband Tyler and daughter Theresa. When asked about the new position, Wright said, "I have always loved helping people. Since a young age helping people has been my thing. Now I get to do just that, helping people from a...
The Honorable Mark Kozisec, when he presided from the bench in the Holt County district courtroom in O’Neill on Dec. 4, sentenced two O’Neill women to prison. Bobbie I. Kleinberg, 44, was sentenced on her conviction related to a brutal attack on a “confidential informant.” She was ordered to serve eight to 12 years, in a facility under the jurisdiction of the Nebraska Department of Corrections, on Count I, assault in the second degree, a Class 2A felony; two to three years on count II, terroristic threats, a Class 3A felony; two to three y...
Clearwater-area residents will soon have an opportunity to connect with medical professionals via medical video conferencing. A private telehealth room, located at the Clearwater Public Library, will be available for meeting with doctors and specialists, mental health counseling. Additionally, the new room may be utilized for individuals and families, without access to technology and/or broadband capabilities, to connect. The room is possible, due to a partnership with the library, Clearwater...
The Nebraska State Patrol and Nebraska Department of Transportation are urging travelers be prepared for a winter storm that will bring potentially hazardous driving conditions. "The expected severity of this storm has increased over the last couple of days and will now pose significant travel challenges across the state," said Vicki Kramer, director of the NDOT. "NDOT is ready as this storm affects Nebraska, but we urge travelers to assess whether their travel is absolutely necessary before...
Antelope County Commissioners learned heard from two speakers, Dec. 5, about concerns with a potential carbon-capture pipeline projected to run through the northern tier of the county. Doyle Turner, of Moville, Iowa, and Trent Loos, a central Nebraska rancher also presented similar information at an informational forum, Dec. 4, in Neligh. Turner said years ago, he had invested in a company that sold carbon dioxide for "any kind of purpose you can imagine." "I knew CO2 had a lot of value. What I...
Plans to renovate the Clearwater American Legion building will continue. On Sunday, Sons of the American Legion members Tom Thiele and Fred Thiele told a group of approximately 30 community members that pledges for fundraising have been coming in. “Contributions have been really good,” Fred Thiele said. Clearwater Chamber of Commerce donated $100,000 and the Clearwater Sons of the American Legion kicked in $25,000, in addition to pledges for the project. Thiele estimated approximately $25...
Ring in the new year with the New Moon Community Theater at a NYE 2024 Party at the Neligh American Legion, 115 West Third Street. The evening will begin with cocktails at 6:30 p.m. A prime rib dinner will be served at 7:30. The Amazing Arthur will provide entertainment. He weaves personal stories with bits of comedy and improv during his hypnotist act. A dessert auction will be held and, at midnight, a champagne toast will take place. Reservations are required by Dec. 20 and tables of eight...
"On Jan. 8, our next 'Move It to Lose It' Contest begins at Antelope Memorial Hospital," said Vanessa Carpenter, AMH wellness director. "I look forward to offering a fresh start to area residents – in supporting their wellness goals. It's often helps to be more accountable when one teams up with friends or family to initiate healthier habits. This contest is an excellent way to kick off 2024 and reach their goals!" The contest has three categories for men, women and teams. It runs for 10 weeks f...
The Honorable Donna Taylor handled several arraignments when she presided from the bench in the Antelope County courtroom in Neligh on Dec. 6. Jeremy J. Warnke, 49, of Neligh appeared for arraignment on a charge of third-degree assault. Conviction of the Class 1 misdemeanor would have resulted in up to $1,000 fine and/or up to one-year incarceration. The charge was reduced to a Class 2 misdemeanor, assault by mutual consent, pursuant to a plea agreement with Antelope County attorney Joe Smith. The Class 2 misdemeanor carried the same potential...
When Janneken Smucker, professor at West Chester University in Pennsylvania, was researching quilt making using the Library of Congress’s resources, she came across hoards of quilt-making photos from the early 1930s. This seemed out of the norm to Smucker, a lifelong quilt maker and researcher. Upon further digging, Smucker learned quilts were integral to the federal government’s New Deal strategy to mend the country’s economy and morale during the Great Depression. This discovery started a yearslong research and curatorial process, resulting i...
A locally-sponsored food pantry will host a mobile pickup next week. The mobile food pantry, sponsored by the Neligh Faith Community Church, as well as various other churches, individuals and businesses in the area, will be dispersing food on Tuesday, Dec. 19. Food may be picked up from 2:30 to 4 p.m., at the American Legion Club, located at 115 W. 3rd Street, in Neligh. Recipients will remain in their vehicles and pantry volunteers will load the food in the vehicles....
Three defendants, charged with Neligh city and Oakdale village ordinance violations had their day in county court last week. Appearing in front of the Honorable Donna Taylor at the courthouse in Neligh on Dec. 6, Linda Mack of Elgin appeared for sentencing and an abatement order on an offense of maintaining a dangerous building on the west half of lots 10, 11 and 12, Block 197, in Neligh. Prosecutor, Neligh city attorney James McNally, indicated Mack had recently contacted the Neligh Volunteer Fire Department about burning the house as a...
Kegan J. McAllister, 19, of Tilden faced the Honorable Donna Taylor in the Antelope County courtroom in Neligh on Dec. 6 for pretrial hearing on a Class 1 misdemeanor. A plea agreement was announced. McAllister pleaded guilty, as charged, to a count of third-degree domestic assault committed July 6. In return, Antelope County attorney Joe Smith agreed to file no additional charges related to the incident and will make no recommendation at sentencing. Carney informed the judge that McAllister is set for sentencing in Madison County district cour...
Employees of Antelope Memorial Hospital were recognized for years of service and Caring Kind at the Antelope Memorial Hospital Christmas party, held Friday, Dec. 8, at the American Legion in Neligh. Receiving awards for number of years honored are (front row, l-r): Heather Dawson (30), Carrie Schrader (15), Kelli Osborn (5), Christine Counts (30), Charlene Hughes (45), Cindy Rice (20); (back row, l-r): Dr. Roger Rudloff (15), Michelle Meuret (5), Philip Hart (25), Sarah Luebe (15), Kathryn...
Mary Reyes, of Page, was simply looking for something extra to occupy her time, when a conversation with her sister and brother-in-law led to a fresh idea. For nearly a year, Reyes has been creating scented bead car fresheners and selling them under the Godly Irresistible Freshies label. She said the process is painless. First, she mixes aroma beads with various fragrance oils, which cure for two weeks. During that time period, Reyes shakes the bottles four to five times a day. "I walk by and...
The Summerland Advocate-Messenger will accept letters to Santa through Friday, Dec. 15, at noon. Youngsters are invited to submit letters via mail at Santa c/o Summerland Advocate-Messenger, PO Box 277, Clearwater, NE 68726. Letters may also reach Santa via email at [email protected] Letters will run in the Christmas edition of SAM....
Summerland School's music department will offer two holiday concerts on Monday, Dec. 11. At 6 p.m., kindergarten through sixth-grade students will present the annual Christmas play, under the direction of Sarah Kesting. The performance will take place in the main gym. Grades seven through 12 music students will present musical selections, beginning at 7:30 p.m., in the auxiliary gym. Emily Heithoff will direct and Carol Thiele will be accompany choir and band students....
Clearwater residents are invited to a Dec. 10 meeting, at the Clearwater Legion, for continued talks on the renovation project. Sons of the American Legion commander Kelly Kerkman said the meeting will begin at 6 p.m. Pledge cards may be turned in prior to the meeting....
Summerland board of education members will learn how the district approaches the state’s American civics requirement when the board meets in regular session, Wednesday, Dec. 13. The meeting is scheuled to begin at 6 p.m., in the board room. Per state statute, the American Civics Committee is required to meet twice annually when public testimony can be entered into the record. Also included in new business, board members will discuss the 2024-2025 certificated staff negotiated agreement, take a...
