State Supreme Court gives OK for DNA tests Nov 3, 2007
White's test denial came from Jefferson County District Court. The state argued against the tests, questioning whether biological samples were still good and saying Winslow gave up his right to tests with a plea deal. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Oct. 21: Our readers write Oct 28, 2007
The judge, Richard Revell, a highly revered retired Circuit Court judge from Jefferson County, also stated that: I get pretty aggravated when I see that commercial. It has absolutely no merit. (News Enterprise Online)
County withdraws support for visitor's center Oct 26, 2007
Emergency management matters: Unanimously approved having Gage County Emergency Management Director Mark Meints work with Saline County, Jefferson County and the Lower Big Blue Natural Resources District to write a hazard mitigation plan. Liquor license for One Stop Country Store: Unanimously approved recommending the Nebraska Liquor Commission allow Duane Arena, owner of the One Stop Country Store, to have a liquor license. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
LBBNRD to meet on Thursday Oct 24, 2007
In other business, the NRD board is scheduled to discuss the status of hazard mitigation planning between the district, Gage County, Saline County and Jefferson County. The Gage County Board of Supervisors is scheduled to consider a motion on the plan at its meeting Wednesday as well. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Local burglary suspects arrested Oct 13, 2007
But at this time, according to Jefferson County Attorney Tim Dille, no charges will be filed against the two in connection with the burglaries in Fairfield. According to a press release from the Fairfield Police Department, evidence from several states is being collected and processed by the Division of Criminal Investigation Criminalistic's Laboratory, and the processing is expected to take several months. (Fairfield Daily Ledger, IA)
Judge orders recall election Sep 27, 2007
Jefferson County District Judge Paul Korslund's ruling released late Tuesday afternoon orders the Fairbury City Council to conduct the mayoral recall election on Tuesday, Nov. 6 ... Pollock's complaint maintained that notice occurred Aug. 15 when Jefferson County Clerk Sandra Stelling informed Mueller and the city council enough signatures had been collected to conduct the recall election ... Other allegations made by Bargen are that some petitions were notarized and their signatures counted... (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Daykin man pinned under farm truck, dies Sep 23, 2007
The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office said Glenn Henry Ebbers, 79, was working on the truck's brakes during Wednesday's fatal incident. Ebbers was under the truck and asked another man to turn on the ignition, neither aware that the truck's transmission was in gear. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Judge considers fate of Fairbury recall case Sep 22, 2007
A decision could be reached next week regarding a request to have the Jefferson County District Court order a recall election for Fairbury Mayor Gene Mueller. A hearing on the request was conducted Thursday in Fairbury with Jefferson County District Judge Paul Korslund presiding ... On Aug. 15, Jefferson County Clerk Sandra Stelling informed Mueller and the Fairbury City Council that enough signatures had been collected by petitioners calling themselves Citizens for Restoring Responsible... (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Fairbury man arrested for attempted homicide Sep 12, 2007
Aaron Johnson is currently being held in Jefferson County Jail without bond pending charges of attempted homicide, first-degree assault and second-degree assault with a deadly instrument, Fairbury Police Officer David Schmehl said. Johnson was arrested for allegedly cutting the throat of Kelly Lautenschlager, 41, of Fairbury during an assault Friday night. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Fairbury man released from hospital after homicide attempt Sep 11, 2007
The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office is assisting with the investigation. . (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
FairburyFest continues tradition of community celebration Sep 9, 2007
The Seventh Biennial Quilt Show and the Art Show will be open to the public at the Jefferson County Fairgrounds 4-H Building throughout the festival. . (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Fairbury City Council decides against recall Sep 6, 2007
In addition, witnesses alleged the spouse of one of the registered petition circulators gathered names for him and that Jefferson County Clerk Sandra Stelling notarized Rick Carmichael's petition sheets after she realized that notaries are not supposed to notarize documents for their spouses. Shirley Carmichael, speaking after Tuesday's meeting, said she realized notaries are discouraged from acting as witnesses in business they are involved with. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Geocaching event to be a part of upcoming FairburyFest Sep 5, 2007
As part of the FairburyFest activities this year, the Jefferson County Historical Society is sponsoring a geocaching event for those who have a love for history, the outdoors and a fondness for electronic toys. Geocaching uses a Global Positioning System to locate sites with idden treasures and can be likened to an old-fashioned scavenger hunt. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Fairbury men arrested Sep 1, 2007
With the help of the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office, McCardle and Chambers were found. While officers were in the process of arresting the two, two other men involved in the incident ran to a residence in the 700 block of E Street and made a prank 911 telephone call reporting a two-car accident at Crystal Springs, in which one of the vehicles was submerged in the lake. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
County tax levy, property tax to increase Aug 31, 2007
Because an extension has been approved to create a branch line from southern Jefferson County to Cushing, Okla. construction on the pipeline will now begin in 2009 rather than 2008. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Fairbury city attorney resigns over recall issue Aug 29, 2007
Earlier this month, the Jefferson County Elections Commission verified that of the 749 signatures gathered by Citizens for Restoring Responsible Government, a group seeking to recall Mueller, 52 were thrown out, leaving a total of 697 valid signatures needed to recall the mayor ... Noerrlinger will continue in his position as Jefferson County deputy attorney until the end of October, when he will leave to take a position as Otoe County deputy attorney in mid-November ... He has been with the... (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Pipeline Is Winding Through Nebraska Aug 25, 2007
Officials say the longest portion of the REX West line is through much of Nebraska where it enters the state line near Julesburg, CO, and drops into Kansas at the Gage and Jefferson County lines. Because the line is installed in sparsely populated areas, officials say there shouldnt be inconveniences to local residents. (Nebraska Statepaper)
Severe storms threaten Sunland Aug 24, 2007
The situation became tense in Jefferson County as a tornado warning was issued shortly before 7 p.m. Wednesday after radar indicated a tornado was forming in the clouds south of Daykin. Jefferson County Emergency Management Director John McKee said after he was notified about the threat, he requested storm spotters and sheriff's deputies search the roads and highways ... McKee added the storm weakened significantly as it passed through Jefferson County, eventually leaving the county near... (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Fairbury council tables recall Aug 23, 2007
Last week, the Jefferson County Clerk's Office verified that of the 749 signatures gathered to recall Fairbury Mayor Eugene Mueller, 52 were thrown out, leaving a total of 697 valid signatures needed to recall Fairbury Mayor Eugene Mueller ... Bargen alleged the petitions verified by the Jefferson County Clerk Sandra Stelling contained numerous statutory violations which he contended should invalidate 41 of the 60 petitions submitted by the Citizens for the Restoration of Responsible Government,... (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Reading the Roberts Court Aug 17, 2007
MAURO: How did the school race cases [Parents Involved in Community Schools v. Seattle School District No. 1 and Meredith v. Jefferson County Board of Education] fit into this picture. GOLDSTEIN: Just to rehearse for you what happened, Seattle and Louisville had voluntary integration programs that were intended to address de facto, not de jure discrimination. (Law.com)
Nearly 700 sign in favor of recall Aug 16, 2007
Jefferson County Clerk Sandra Stelling announced Tuesday morning that the Citizens for Restoring Responsible Government had gathered 697 valid signatures of registered Fairbury voters seeking to recall Mueller. Only 658 valid signatures were needed, representing 35 percent of the votes cast in the last Fairbury mayoral election. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Fairbury mayor facing recall Aug 15, 2007
Fairbury Mayor Eugene Mueller will receive official notice on Wednesday that the Jefferson County Clerk's Office received enough qualified signatures on petitions to force a recall election, the clerk's office announced Tuesday morning. According to Jefferson County Clerk Sandra Stelling, of the 749 signatures submitted by the Citizens for Restoring Responsible Government, the group seeking Mueller's recall, 697 were accepted and 52 were rejected. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Petitions filed to recall Fairbury mayor Aug 11, 2007
FAIRBURY Petitions seeking to recall Fairbury Mayor Eugene Mueller have been submitted to the Jefferson County Clerk's Office, which has 15 days to verify the signatures. The Citizens for Restoring Responsible Government filed its petitions asking for Mueller's recall with the clerk's office on Wednesday, the deadline to turn in the petitions, Sandra Stelling, Jefferson County clerk and elections commissioner, said on Thursday. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
NRD to drain Leisure Lake Aug 7, 2007
In conjunction with the renovation, Sobotka said Jefferson County plans to replace the culvert on County Road 720 with twin culverts. The project is expected to take about two weeks. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Missouri implements alcohol-testing vans to reduce drunk driving Aug 6, 2007
Three members of MoDOT's Safety Division met with Corp. Steven Tilly of the Jefferson County Sheriff's Department and Rob Schnieders of Osage Industries in Linn Thursday for a sneek peak at the latest breath alcohol testing van ... The BAT van, which will be released to Jefferson County Monday, is one of 20 that will be in use throughout the state by the end of this year ... Corp. Steven Tilley with the Jefferson County Sheriff's Department, the latest BAT van recipient, said without the BAT... (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Heavy rains push Little Blue River, Sandy Creek out of their banks, damage county roads Aug 3, 2007
An undetermined number of county roads in Jefferson County were damaged Wednesday night and Thursday morning as another night of heavy rains sent the Little Blue River and Sandy Creek over their banks ... e're getting out (Thursday) morning to assess the damage, Bill Hansel, Jefferson County Highway superintendent, said ... Jefferson County had at least 10 to 12 spots where the water covered county roads, Hansel said. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Rain causes minor flooding in Jefferson County Aug 2, 2007
The first day of August was a little soggy for northwest Jefferson County residents when as much as 4 inches of rain early Wednesday morning caused minor flooding. With a slow-moving storm moving through the area, around 4 inches of rain fell in the Daykin area, causing water to cover parts of Nebraska Highway 4 and several Jefferson County roads, John McKee, Jefferson County emergency management director, said Wednesday morning ... The National Weather Service issued a flash flood warning in... (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Parched counties needed today's rain Jul 27, 2007
Heavy storms also hit the Pipersville area in Jefferson County. Sue Strese of Farmington Acres, N7112 County Highway P, reported just under 5 inches of rain as of 9:30 a.m. today as a storm with strong winds went through the area. (Watertown Daily Times, WI)
Lawsuit claims Fairbury City Council violated open meetings law Jul 12, 2007
Dennis Brown filed the complaint in Jefferson County District Court on June 28. Brown is asking the court to rule if the council acted outside the Nebraska Open Meetings Act on March 1 when it went into executive session. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Petition process to recall Fairbury mayor advances Jul 6, 2007
Upon receipt of a rebuttal from Mueller, the petitions asking for the recall of Mueller will be printed within the week, Sandra Stelling, Jefferson County clerk and election commissioner, said Tuesday. On June 6, the Citizens for Restoring Responsible Government filed an affidavit to begin the recall process on Mueller. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Heavy rain hits Fairbury area, nearly 5 inches reported Jun 29, 2007
hen it rained yesterday morning, it rained, John McKee, Jefferson County Emergency Management coordinator, said ... Unfortunately, Jefferson County cannot add the damages from Wednesday's rain to May's total, he said. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Nemaha Sheriff Reports More Than 4 Inches Of Rain Jun 28, 2007
Nebraska Department of RoadsA Nebraska Department of Roads camera captures Highway 136 at Harbine in Jefferson County. The sheriff told KETV NewsWatch 7 that 4; inches of rain fell within 90 minutes before the downpour backed off to a light rain. (7 KETV Omaha)
Energy, economics will have impact on farms Jun 27, 2007
ot only is the plant going to provide a lot of jobs for folks in Jefferson County, it's also going to provide stable income for area corn growers. hat I am excited about when I talk about this is it's not just jobs, it's rural jobs, Jorgensen added. (Watertown Daily Times, WI)
Beatrice man charged in Steele City altercation posts bond Jun 21, 2007
Lance A. Spencer posted bond after he was arrested on June 3 on suspicion of being involved in an altercation that occurred outside the Salty Dog Saloon in Steele City that killed Ronald L. Schoop, 40, of Fairmont, according to a Jefferson County Attorney Linda Bauer ... The case is still pending in Jefferson County Court and has not been bound over into district court, Bauer said. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
International pedal pull set Aug. 12 in Fairfield Jun 21, 2007
Plus, she continued, "The past organizer in Nebraska is in his 80s, and he recently decided that he can no longer put this on; he is ready to see another club step up. ... We wanted to see this event in Jefferson County, and we are asking area businesses and individuals to help make the experience for the kids and families a great one," said White. If Hawkeye Pedal Pull proves it can successfully host the event, the past organizer will turn it over, White said. (Fairfield Daily Ledger, IA)
Fairbury mayor recall could take months Jun 13, 2007
An affidavit has been filed with the Jefferson County elections commissioner to start the process to recall Fairbury Mayor Eugene Mueller, but an actual recall could be months away. t's a long process to do it all, Sandra Stelling, Jefferson County Clerk and Election Commissioner, said ... If Mueller does not pick up the notification, Stelling said she then has the option to have it delivered by the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Manslaughter suspect released on bond Jun 6, 2007
STEELE CITY A Beatrice man arrested on suspicion of manslaughter has bonded out of Jefferson County jail. Lance Spencer, 36, of Beatrice posted 10,000 10 percent of his bail 100,000 bond set by the Jefferson County Court with Jefferson County Court on Monday, Jefferson County Attorney Linda Bauer said. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Bar fight ends in death Jun 5, 2007
A Beatrice man was arrested on suspicion of manslaughter after a bar fight in Steele City early Sunday morning resulted in the death of a Fairmont man, according to the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office ... He is suspected of being involved in an altercation outside the Salty Dog Saloon in Steele City that killed Ronald L. Schoop, 40, of Fairmont, Sunday morning, according to a Jefferson County Sheriff's Office news release ... At 12:09 a.m. Sunday, Jefferson County deputies received a call of... (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
UT has 4 of the Rivals100 Jun 2, 2007
Tyson is the lone five-star from the Peach State, but Cartersville Cass running back/athlete , Louisville Jefferson County offensive guard , Franklin Heard County running back , Mount Airy Habersham Central receiver , Norcross receiver and Waynesboro Burke County defensive end round out the contingency from Georgia. Tyson, Samuel, King and Washington all are committed to the University of Georgia. (Texas Sports -- Rivals.com)
Beatrice men arrested in burglary Jun 1, 2007
William Epp, 49, 710 Lincoln Street, and Kory J. Walters, 23, 411 1/2 Court St., were arrested on Jefferson County warrants in connection with burglaries that occurred at a grocery store in Plymouth, Jefferson County Sheriff Nels Sorensen, said. The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office had received information during its investigation of a series of burglaries that happened at the grocery store in Plymouth during the past six to eight months that led to the arrest of Epp and Walters, Sorensen said... (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
All aboard for ‘Rails and Trails' celebration May 31, 2007
FAIRBURY The history and heritage of Jefferson County will be celebrated the weekend of June 1-3 with the annual Rails and Trails celebration at two historic sites ... The two events celebrate the impact of transportation on the county and the heritage handed down from early Jefferson County settlers ... A re-enactment of the tragedy that left Jefferson County pioneer D.C. McCanles and two others dead will be staged at the East Ranch, site of the original shooting, by the Blue River Regulators,... (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
NU has 3 in Rivals100 May 30, 2007
Georgia is also involved with several more prospects on the list, including in-state offensive guard of Louisville Jefferson County and running back of Franklin Heard County, among others. During the tenure of , Georgia has had excellent recruiting classes. (Nebraska Sports -- Rivals.com)
Jefferson County Speedway hosting Race4Life May 26, 2007
FAIRBURY The second-annual Race4Life, featuring the Midwest Micro Outlaw Nonwing Challenge for 600cc sprint cars, will be held this weekend at the Jefferson County Speedway in Fairbury ... Jefferson County Speedway president Jeff Merchant said the race promoters were looking for a track where they could hold the race and the Fairbury facility was available. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Little Blue flood warning lifted as river recedes May 17, 2007
John McKee, Jefferson County emergency management director, said the river had reached the top of its banks, but only minor flooding of some low-lying areas was reported. To the south, the Big Blue River at Blue Rapids, Kan. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Flood warning in effect for Little Blue near Fairbury May 16, 2007
Jefferson County Emergency Management Director John McKee said about 2 inches of rain fell Monday night and early Tuesday morning in Fairbury. In addition, nearly 4 inches of rain fell overnight upstream in Hebron. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Waters receding May 9, 2007
Meanwhile, some Jefferson County residents were still recovering from storm damage Sunday night, while flooding was still being reported along Turkey Creek in Saline County ... In Jefferson County, Emergency Management Director John McKee said clean-up was continuing in Steele City, where he said NWS officials told him a category EF0 tornado went through the village Sunday. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
County prepares for flood waters May 9, 2007
The main roads into Easton were unpassable as of 7 a.m. Monday, with the only access through Jefferson County to the west ... Tonganoxie Creek is expected to rise with run-off from Jefferson County, with the county also monitoring County Road 30 west of Tonganoxie. (Leavenworth Times, KS)
Flood warnings in effect as Big Blue continues to rise May 8, 2007
In Jefferson County, John McKee, Jefferson County emergency management director, said high winds and hail created an undetermined amount of damage in Steele City over the weekend ... Rainfall over the weekend in Jefferson County ranged from 2 inches to more than 5 inches, he said. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
HCCC PUMMELS CLINTON IN FIRST GAMES AT HOME May 7, 2007
The Generals (17-5) have Friday off before playing doubleheaders on the road Saturday at Tompkins-Cortland Community College and Sunday at Jefferson County Community College. HERKIMER COUNTY CC 6, SCHENECTADY COUNTY CC 5, nine innings, first game, and. (Little Falls Evening Times, NY)
Rescue Wagon Brings Dogs To Boulder For Adoption May 5, 2007
Plague Killed Squirrel In Jefferson County. Top News Stories. (CBS 4, CO)
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Jefferson County Ambulance Service was on scene at the Beatrice Fire and Rescue station for any medical calls. While fighting the blaze, three Beatrice Fire and Rescue firefighters, Lonnie Litterick, Bryan Jeinieck and Kevin Weakland; suffered minor injuries due to fighting the blaze and were treated and released from Beatrice Community Hospital and Health Center Thursday. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Top prospects emerge at each position Apr 13, 2007
Jefferson County standout is one of the top prospects at offensive guard. Below is a look at five of the top prospects at each position for the Class of 2008 with the No. 1 prospect featured followed by the rest of top five in alphabetical order. (Boston College Sports -- Rivals.com)
Property valuations up by about 6.5 percent statewide Apr 11, 2007
64 percent from 2006 to 2007, while valuation in Jefferson County surged by 5. 97 percent over the past year. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
View Results ") }}newsys_poll_checkCookie()Archives: Classifieds: Local NewsJudy Quam, a guide and former manager of the Octagon House Museum, joins volunteers in an annual spring cleaning effort at the local landmark this morning. For several days each April, workers prepare the historic home for the upcoming tourism season. The former home of John and Eliza Richards, built in 1854, will open to the public for its 69th year on Tuesday, May 1. (John Hart/Daily Times) Panel OKs annexing 49 acres Apr 11, 2007
his proposed land division meets all of our requirements, but my recommendation would be to send it back to Jefferson County with no recommendation, and then this will be able to go forward. The land division has been approved by Jefferson County, Radocay said. (Watertown Daily Times, WI)
Money Problems Force Reduction In Fairbury Fire Department, Police Apr 7, 2007
Fairbury is a community of some 4,000 in southeast Nebraska, and is the Jefferson County seat. It is perhaps best known as the home of Fairbury hot dogs, and. (Nebraska Statepaper)
Advocate volunteers provide a voice for abused, neglected kids Apr 1, 2007
CASA of Southeast Nebraska started out as Saline County CASA in 2003 until it became CASA of Southeast Nebraska, expanding into Gage County in 2006 and Jefferson County in 2007. The CASA program, which assists children in the court system because they have been victims of child abuse and/or neglect, was set-up to help prevent children from falling through the cracks of the system by assuring that the children's needs are being met. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Traveling on county roads still discouraged Mar 2, 2007
Jefferson County Emergency Management Director John McKee said county roads were passable, but cautioned drivers to drive carefully. In Johnson County, County Emergency Management Director Robert Lueders said winds were still drifting snow onto county roads, while parts of many roads remained icy. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Tornadoes kill 7-year-old girl, damage homes in Kansas and southern Missour Mar 2, 2007
Jefferson County Sheriff's spokeswoman Jacki Kelley said students were being taken to a nearby park while bomb squads and dogs searched the school ... Columbine has about 1,850 students, said Marlene Desmond, spokeswoman for Jefferson County Schools. (North County Times)
Latest updates Feb 28, 2007
We went one-one-one with two of the top prospects in the Class of 2008: Jefferson County offensive tackle A.J. Harmon and Habersham Central wide receiver Tavarres King ... A.J. Harmon of Jefferson County continues to show that he s one of the best prospects in the country ... A.J. Harmon, a 315-pound offensive lineman from Jefferson County who already has offers from Florida and Georgia, among others. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Seeing positive change Feb 1, 2007
In addition, the County Board approved an amendment to the food service contract for the jail with CBM Food Service of Sioux Falls, S.D., to account for higher food costs, transfer of surplus reserve deputy radios and accessories to the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office reserve deputies organization and a memorandum of understanding between the sheriff's office, U.S. Department of the Interior and National Park Service. Under the memorandum of understanding, Homestead National Monument of... (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Oklahoma St. basketball to play on crash anniversary Jan 27, 2007
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Beatrice woman arrested for possession of controlled substance Jan 9, 2007
A Beatrice woman is being held in Jefferson County Jail for possession of a controlled substance. Tina L. Kuhn, 35, was arrested Saturday morning by the Jefferson County Sheriff's Department on a charge of possession of a controlled substance, a class IV felony, according to a Jefferson County Sheriff's Department news release ... Kuhn was parked along the side of the road on U.S. Highway 136 near Harbine around 4 a.m. and was contacted by a Jefferson County sheriff's deputy doing a welfare... (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Beatrice, Sunland digging out from weekend storm Jan 3, 2007
Jefferson County Emergency Management Director John McKee said about four to five inches of snow fell across Jefferson County, with more reported toward the eastern part of the county. A number of minor fender-bender accidents were reported, but he said there were no major accidents or power outages. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
