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Colton Sedivy (left) and his dad pose with the first bird of Colton’s two birds

Colton Sedivy (left) and his dad pose with the first bird of Colton’s two birds

Strong Showing at the Spring Turkey Challenge; Youth Division Extended

Joe Norman
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
The inaugural Spring Turkey Challenge is seeing a surge in momentum following a productive weekend of entries. Hunters across all divisions have been checking in birds, keeping the leaderboard competitive as the event enters its final stretch.
During the 2026 Session, 546 bills, 10 constitutional amendments and three more policy-based Resolutions were introduce

During the 2026 Session, 546 bills, 10 constitutional amendments and three more policy-based Resolutions were introduce

During the 2026 Session, 546 bills, 10 constitutional amendments and three more policy-based Resolutions were introduce

State Senator Bob Hallstrom
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
As we submit this newsletter, the Legislature is preparing to adjourn Sine Die. Final Reading of bills was completed on Friday April 10th. While a relatively quiet final day was anticipated, Governor Pillen issued vetoes on five legislative bills for which veto overrides will be considered.
Important Conversations

Important Conversations

Important Conversations

Pcs Supperintendant Todd Evans
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
A story I heard several years ago has stayed with me—and has since become part of my family’s story. It involves the former superintendent of the Ralston, Nebraska School District and the tragic 2016 suicide of his 15-year-old son.
April is Autism awareness month

April is Autism awareness month

April is Autism awareness month

Heather Farwell, Pa
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
April is Autism awareness month, so I thought I’d take time as a Physician Assistant and a mom to review some information and help create awareness around autism.
A full view of the back wall of Old Guys Brew where signatures dating back to the late ‘30s can be found

A full view of the back wall of Old Guys Brew where signatures dating back to the late ‘30s can be found

Old Graffiti Found on Back Wall of Old Guys Brew

Reagan Connelly
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
Old Guys Brew, the coffee shop/bar in Pawnee City, was in for a surprise when they began building a patio behind the bar. In order to expand their service, management at the bar decided to knock down an old shed that was built onto the building and build a patio in its place.
From left to right: City Clerk Tammy Curtis, Mayor Charlie Hatfield, Dave Honz, Economic Development Co Directors Josie Friedly and Jess Colo

From left to right: City Clerk Tammy Curtis, Mayor Charlie Hatfield, Dave Honz, Economic Development Co Directors Josie Friedly and Jess Colo

Pawnee City 30th Community to Become Leadership Certified Community

Reagan Connelly
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
Dave Honz, Economic Development Manager for the Department of Economic Development for the state of Nebraska, attended the Pawnee City city council meeting on Monday, April 13, to officially present the city with a certificate designating Pawnee City as a Leadership Certified Community.
Pawnee City Mayor Charlie Hatfield (center) signs a proclamation designating April 19-25 as National Library Week. Library Director Lola Seitz (left) and Library Board President Patti Rice (right) flank him.

Pawnee City Mayor Charlie Hatfield (center) signs a proclamation designating April 19-25 as National Library Week. Library Director Lola Seitz (left) and Library Board President Patti Rice (right) flank him.

It's National Library Week!

News Staff
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
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