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Cailey Lopez of Bellevue was arrested on numerous felony charges, including possession of a controlled substance with intent to deliver, possession of a firearm while possessing narcotics with intent to deliver, possession of a controlled substance with intent to deliver near a school, possession of a prohibited weapon, possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony, possession of a deadly weapon by a prohibited person, and possession of a destructive device.
Traffic stop in Tekamah leads to drug, weapons arrest
A routine traffic stop in Tekamah on May 5 led to the arrest of a Bellevue woman on multiple felony charges involving narcotics, firearms, and an alleged explosive device. According … more
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Bryce Uhing, an Oakland-Craig graduate and United States Marine Corps officer, holds his son, Bear, while his wife, Payton, holds daughter Rocki following Bryce’s return from a six-month deployment to Japan. Uhing serves as a Huey helicopter pilot stationed at Camp Pendleton in Oceanside, California.
Marine reunited with family following overseas deployment
After six months apart, Bryce Uhing was recently reunited with his wife, Payton, and their two young children following his deployment to Japan with the United States Marine Corps. Bryce, an … more
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INTERVIEW: Ted Japp, Candidate for Nebraska Legislature, District 16
Ted Japp is a fifth-generation Washington County resident and former Papio-Missouri River NRD board member, now running for Nebraska’s District 16 legislative seat. A longtime chiropractor and … more
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Fifth and sixth graders participating in the Read-On Program are: (front from left) Braylon Fisher, Corbin Connealy, Beau Jansen; (back from left) Connor Smith, Slader Ray, Orry Bridges, Brayden Hunter, Brogan Braniff, Maddox Wood, Lura Ruwe, Sadie Marquardt, Haylee Hansen, Finley Dorn, and Kahla McElmuray.
Read-On Program at Tekamah-Herman sees 112 participants
Tekamah-Herman Students once again partnered with the Tekamah Library Foundation and Chatterbox to celebrate a successful year of reading. A total of 112 students in kindergarten through 6th grade … more
Tristen Olson was among the award winners at the Wayne State College Match Competition.
O-C Mathematicians capture four top finishes
At a first glance, a math competition may sound quiet, students bent over calculators and scratch paper in complete silence. But at the Wayne State College 50th Annual Math Contest, the energy … more
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Among those cleaning up the Craig area were (from left) Brinley Eriksen, Easton Eriksen, Karley Eriksen, Nora Eriksen, Madeline Pearson, and Sharon Loftis.
Trash talk
Friends and members of the Craig – Alder Grove Church conducted a highway trash pick-up on Wednesday, May 6, 2026. Two miles of highways were scoured for trash. This time, the most interesting item … more
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Decatur Village Board Chair Lance Andersen and Bonnie Hennig share the Arbor Day celebration with those gathered at the ceremonial tree planting.
Decatur digs into Arbor Day tradition
Second installment in a three-part series highlighting Arbor Day celebrations and community forestry efforts across Burt County. Last week’s installment featured Lyons and its recent community … more
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O-C Class of 2001 to host alumni banquet May 23
The Class of 2001 will host this year’s alumni banquet on Saturday, May 23, with hopes of bringing classmates and friends together for a fun evening of reminiscing and trivia. Doors will open … more
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INTERVIEW: Cindy Chatt, Candidate for Nebraska Legislature, District 16
Cindy Chatt, owner of The Chatterbox in Tekamah and a registered Democrat, challenges Ted Japp for Nebraska's District 16 seat. Chatt says she believes rural Nebraska communities survive through … more
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Good music is hard to resist as kids felt the groove of the Dylan Bloom Band at the Burt County Block Party in Tekamah last week.
Burt County Block Party sparks connection, celebrates rural strength
On Wednesday April 29, residents from all across Burt County gathered for a lively and meaningful event celebrating community connection and local pride, the Burt County Block Party in part of the … more
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Third graders at LDNE and Graham Herbst with Nebraska Forest Services checking out the grain of the freshly cut slab of walnut donated by Lanes Tree Services.
Lyons takes root in county-wide tree effort
With Decatur and Oakland set to follow in the coming weeks, Lyons is leading off a three-part Burt County series on community tree efforts with both a celebration and a significant investment in the … more
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Top: Adrianna Bittner and Ella Brands. Bottom: Trypp Johnston and Kaelyn Etherington.
O-C Artists Earn 44 Ribbons, Bring Award-Winning Work Home to Community Showcase
Art has a unique way of bringing together a community whether with celebration, storytelling or shared tradition. That spirit will be on full display as Oakland-Craig students showcase their … more
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The Logan View TeamMates mentors and mentees spent an evening together this spring enjoying bowling and conversation and building positive relationships through the mentoring program.
Support Logan View TeamMates During FABG
The Logan View TeamMates chapter will be participating in this year’s Fremont Area Big Give coming up on Thursday May 7 th .   The 24 hour giving day has truly been one of the most … more
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Congratulations to Caroline Timm for being selected to represent Nebraska in National Competition for the Stockholm Junior Water Prize.
LDNE Brings Home Top Honors from State Science Fair
On Thursday, April 24th at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln's East Campus Union, ninety-six of Nebraska's top young STEM enthusiasts competed for honors at the Nebraska State Science … more
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Oakland-Craig's vocal groups stood out throughout the day, with duets, quartets, and a mixed octet all earning superior (I) ratings, demonstrating strong ensemble cohesion and musical precision
District Music fills Tekamah-Herman halls
Music filled the halls of Tekamah-Herman Schools as area students took the stage for the annual district music contest held Friday, April 24th, bringing together performers from across the region in … more
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Oakland Golf Club set to Par-TEE through the decades
The Oakland Golf Club is preparing to celebrate a century of community, competition and camaraderie in 2026, with a full slate of events leading up to its official 100-year celebration on … more
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Oakland Lions Club installed a new slate of officers for the 2026-27 year. They include, from left: Gary Beard, vice president; Jeff Baldwin, president; Rusty Droescher, secretary-treasurer; and social media director Jaden Harney. At right is District Governor Karen Jackson, from Tekamah, who performed the installation.
Oakland Lions seat new officers
Oakland Lions Club, one of the oldest clubs in northeast Nebraska, saw some new beginnings at its April 8 meeting. The club not only greeted a new slate of officers for the coming Lion year, it also … more
Kaitlin Mundil, a 2004 graduate of Logan View, is playing a key role in one of the most successful seasons in recent history for the Nebraska Cornhuskers club softball team.
Mundil Helps Lead Nebraska Club Softball to Breakthrough Season
    Kaitlin Mundil, a 2004 graduate of Logan View, is playing a key role in one of the most successful seasons in recent history for the Nebraska Cornhuskers club softball team. … more
Late Artist's Artwork Will Benefit Decatur Senior Center
The artwork of the late Jan Cline-Zimmerman is being offered as a Silent Auction at the Decatur Senior Center. Artist Jan was a member of the Logan Valley Artists and exhibited frequently in … more
Celebrating birthdays at the Chatt Center are (from left) Alice Jo Uhing, Linda Nelsen, Maxine Ray, Patty Burkhardt, Pam Rakosky and Phyllis Rieken.
Live entertainment featured at Chatt Center Birthday Monday
Billy Troy was the featured entertainer at April's Birthday Monday event at Tekamah's Chatt Center. He sang Country Western songs and told stories for a full hour. Line dancers from the … more
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Scholarships awarded from Craig Community Fund
The April meeting of the Craig Community Fund directors highlighted a busy start to a new year.  Jodi Peterson was welcomed as a new board member, replacing Kirk Eriksen after his … more
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Kyle Anderson, Paxton Birks, Deon Sheridan are looking for turtles at Schramm Park.
LDNE Science & 3rd Grade classrooms collaborate in National Trout in Classroom Program
This past Thursday, 18 third graders, 11 juniors, 3 teachers, and 85 rainbow trout loaded Lyons-Decatur school bus bright and early bound for Schramm State Park. This wasn't just any field trip, but … more
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Deb Anderson (left) and Julie Johnson (right) welcome an unseemingly large troll (Del Stites0 to the Troll Stroll for the Midsommar Celebration in 2025.
Midsommar Celebration Returns June 7 with King and Queen Tradition
For many years, Oakland Swedish Festivals featured the crowning of a King and Queen—individuals who had played a meaningful role in preserving and celebrating the community’s Swedish heritage. … more
Brianna Madsen poses with the Easter Bunny after finding the golden egg in the 3-4 age division in Decatur.
Golden eggs and big smiles at Decatur Easter Egg Hunt
Despite the cold weather a large crowd came to the Decatur Community Club's annual Easter egg hunt on Saturday. There were 1200 eggs, filled with candy and dimes, scattered in designated areas … more
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District Governor Karen Jackson, left, presented a chevron recognizing 60 years of service to Tekamah Lion Ron Anderson during the club’s March 23 meeting. At right is club president Keith Burge.
Over a century of service
More than a century of service was recognized at the March 23 meeting of the Tekamah Lions Club. District Governor Karen Jackson made an official visit to her home club to present commemorative … more
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