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A Seward County sheriff’s deputy monitors eastbound traffic on Interstate 80 on May 24, 2023. Earlier this year, the U.S. Department of Treasury restricted the Seward County Sheriff’s Office’s spending of federal dollars after a compliance review found the Sheriff’s Office was misspending forfeiture money on salaries. Photo by Eric Gregory for the Flatwater Free Press

A Seward County sheriff’s deputy monitors eastbound traffic on Interstate 80 on May 24, 2023. Earlier this year, the U.S. Department of Treasury restricted the Seward County Sheriff’s Office’s spending of federal dollars after a compliance review found the Sheriff’s Office was misspending forfeiture money on salaries. Photo by Eric Gregory for the Flatwater Free Press

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Seward County’s Sheriff Misspent Federal Money

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Wednesday, November 19, 2025
By Natalia Alamdari Flatwater Free Press At a June meeting, Seward County Sheriff Mike Vance delivered grim financial news to county board members: The Sheriff’s Office was on the verge of a budget shortfall.

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A Second Take

Jim Campain, Guest Writer
Wednesday, November 19, 2025
HERACLITUSWhen the category ‘Ancient Philosophers’ appears on Jeopardy, I know I’m in trouble. While I’m interested in learning about the teachings of giants like Socrates, his pupil, Plato, Aristotle, and Kant, my ‘walking around’ knowledge of them is minimal.

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Shelby-Rising City School Board Report

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Wednesday, November 19, 2025
Shelby-Rising City met in open and regular session on Monday, October 17th at 7 PM. All school board members were in attendance. The two principals were absent due to illness and another obligation.FFA members gave a report on National Convention.
Shelby-RC students, Garrett Ruth, Layla Waite and Urijah Grant were selected for the 80-member Concordia University National Honor Band. They spent Friday rehearsing and gave a concert that evening. Photo provided.

Shelby-RC students, Garrett Ruth, Layla Waite and Urijah Grant were selected for the 80-member Concordia University National Honor Band. They spent Friday rehearsing and gave a concert that evening. Photo provided.

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Shelby-RC Students in Honor Band

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Wednesday, November 19, 2025

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Game and Parks websites temporarily unavailable

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Wednesday, November 19, 2025
The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission’s core websites, including OutdoorNebraska.gov, are temporarily unavailable due to technical difficulties.People seeking assistance from Game and Parks may call or visit one of the commission's offices: Northwest district office, 1317 W. Third St.

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Senior Center

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Wednesday, November 19, 2025
CALENDAR: Regular Events:Mondays at 8 AM: Bridge Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9-9:30 AM: Senior chair exercises Thursdays at 1 PM: Dominoes Fridays at 1 PM: Bingo Cards, pool and puzzles daily

Remainder of November SNAP Benefits Issued to Nebraskans

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Friday, November 14, 2025
Lincoln, NE – Today, the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) distributed the remaining balance of November Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits to all Nebraska recipients.This disbursement brings households to their full monthly SNAP amount for November.
Governor Jim Pillen (fourth from the left) poses with Nebraska Supreme Court Judges after he appointed the Honorable Derek Ray Vaughn of Omaha as Associate Supreme Court Justice. Photo was provided.

Governor Jim Pillen (fourth from the left) poses with Nebraska Supreme Court Judges after he appointed the Honorable Derek Ray Vaughn of Omaha as Associate Supreme Court Justice. Photo was provided.

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Gov. Pillen Appoints Derek Vaughn as Associate Supreme Court Justice

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Wednesday, November 12, 2025
LINCOLN – Today, Governor Jim Pillen announced his appointment of the Honorable Derek Ray Vaughn of Omaha to the Nebraska Supreme Court, representing the Second Judicial District. His appointment fills the vacancy left by Justice Miller-Lerman who stepped down Oct. 31 after 33 years of service.
Emory Conrad of York purchased GoodyPop at age 18.

Emory Conrad of York purchased GoodyPop at age 18.

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Teen Invests in Her Hometown, Purchasing GoodyPop in York

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Wednesday, November 12, 2025
Article from Nebraska Department of Economic Development Purchasing a business straight out of high school is not the career path most people take, but that is what Emory Conrad chose during her senior year at York High School.
Covenant Home Clips

Covenant Home Clips

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Covenant Home Clips

News Staff
Wednesday, November 12, 2025
It’s definitely November, though the weather is milder than it could be. Driving through Stromsburg one sees several colorful trees, the only problem is it doesn’t last long! Yet it is a beautiful reminder of God’s creation and the beauty only He can create.