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Pawnee City Athletic Boosters Reignite with New Structure, Strong Community Support

Courtney Shreve

Tuesday, June 2, 2026

The Pawnee City Athletic Boosters are entering a new era defined by renewed energy, community leadership, and a clear vision for the future of our student athletes.Over the past several months, our organization has reorganized into a parent-led group operating independently from the school.

Pawnee City Athletic Boosters Board Members

News Staff

Tuesday, June 2, 2026

Mark & Brittany Sunneberg Tyler & Kim Johnson Seth & Courtney Shreve Andrew & Whitney Sisc Greg & Christal Plager Caleb & Taylor Wood Josh & Laura Strehle Andy & Chantel Farwell Jane Osborne

The house at 1526 5th Street was demolished by Gyhra Construction recently. The property is owned by Don and Anita Bentz. Photo courtesy of Pawnee County Sheriff Braden Lang

House Demolition Through City Program

Reagan Connelly

Tuesday, June 2, 2026

Since the program's inception in 2020, Pawnee City's demolition reimbursement program has paid out $100,295 to reimburse 27 demolition projects.The program, which is part of the city's beautification initiative, reimburses property owners up to $4,000 for the demolition of blighted buildings.

News Briefs

News Staff

Tuesday, June 2, 2026

The SENCA Pawnee County Transit rates will have their first increase in 17 years. Kay Wissman, a representative for SENCA, said the change was due to budget cuts higher up. There will be a 50 cent increase for in town transit and a $1 increase for out of town transit.

Thursday, June 4th, 2026 12pm to 6pm Poteet Hall

News Staff

Tuesday, June 2, 2026

Pawnee County needs your help reaching our blood unit goal, come donate at our next blood drive. Every unit helps to save a life!Thursday, June 4th from 12pm to 6pm at Poteet Hall.

Theileria Detected in Nebraska Cattle

Nebraska Department Of Agriculture

Tuesday, June 2, 2026

LINCOLN, Neb. — Producers are urged to be vigilant after Theileria- a tick-borne parasite that affects cattle – was detected in several Nebraska counties. The Asian Longhorned Tick (ALHT) is the primary carrier responsible for spreading the parasite.

First Hearing in Suit Against Pawnee County

Reagan Connelly

Tuesday, June 2, 2026

The first hearing in the lawsuit against Pawnee County was held at the Nemaha County courthouse on May 27. It was heard by Judge Julie Smith. Pawnee County Sheriff Braden Lang filed a lawsuit against the county on April 22 of this year.

From Our Files

Betty Davis

Tuesday, May 26, 2026

Pawnee City Fire Chief Dave Glynn said it was mostly smoke, not really a fire at the Pawnee Village Monday morning. The call came in before 6 a.m. It was apartment 114 where a couple lived. Both Tex Finn and his wife, Vivian, got out safely.

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The Docket

News Staff

Tuesday, May 26, 2026

The following are ongoing cases in the Pawnee County Court. The Pawnee Republican will report on them as they develop. All defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Pawnee County Court was held May 6 in the Pawnee County Courthouse. Judge Jeffrey Gaertig presided.

Amelia’s Impact

News Staff

Tuesday, May 26, 2026

Bob FordThe Nebraska Press Association is offering this American history series, free in celebration of our country’s 250th birthday, enjoy!Did you ever feel you didn’t fit in? Did you care if you didn’t? You know if you would just conform, life would be so much easier, but it’s just not in you.

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