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Columbus Telegram · Schuyler, NE

Nearby: Schuyler, NE

'CARE ENOUGH TO START'

Helping her community thrive isn't about being recognized, Nina Lanuza said Nov. 10 at the Service to Mankind Award presentation at St. Augustine's Parish Center in Schuyler. It's just something she believes people do.

norfolkneradio.com · Madison, NE

Nearby: Madison, NE

Madison County has 58% voter turnout for 2026 general election

Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save A total of 12,330 ballots were cast in Madison County in Nebraska’s 2026 general election. That number equates to 58.2% of registered voters in the county, which nearly aligned with the Nebraska Secretary of State Office’s report of 59% voter turnout across the state This year’s general election voter turnout also topped Madison County’s 54.3% turnout in the 2022 midterms. More from this section Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Recommended for you Cancellations / Delays Latest News One person killed, three injured in two vehicle accident in Stanton County Pillen to continue to push for property tax relief in Nebraska What's ahead in the U.S. farmland market?

The Norfolk Daily News · Madison, NE

Nearby: Madison, NE

Madison County has 58% voter turnout for 2026 general election

MADISON — A total of 12,330 ballots were cast in Madison County in Nebraska’s 2026 general election. That number equates to 58.2% of registered voters in the county, which nearly aligned with the Nebraska Secretary of State Office’s report of 59% voter turnout across the state. Anne Pruss, Madison County clerk and election commissioner, had initially anticipated a turnout in the county of roughly 45%-47%. This year’s general election voter turnout also topped Madison County’s 54.3% turnout in the 2022 midterms. “I am ecstatic on this because people did get out to vote,” Pruss said. “And it goes to show for voters that if you do not like what people are doing for you, the only way you can resolve this is by voting or expressing your concerns.” More than 9,400 Madison County residents voted on Election Day. The clerk’s office had sent out around 2,900 mail-in ballots, and 2,863 were returned.

Cedar County News · Stanton, NE

Nearby: Stanton, NE

Wildcats end football season in quarterfinals

STANTON — The Hartington-Newcastle Wildcats’ magical football season came to an abrupt halt Nov. 6 when the ‘Cats traveled to Stanton to take on the unbeaten Mustangs in the Nebraska D1 Football Playoffs. After the exciting 62-57 win in the opening round last week over Centura, this one was a “no doubter” as Stanton scored just over a minute into the game, wound up the continuous clock to open the second half and held a 42-0 advantage before Hartington-Newcastle found the end zone in the third quarter. “Stanton was a physical and fast football team that didn’t make mistakes and played very well,” said Hartingon- Newcastle coach Rusty Fuller. “We couldn’t capitalize on our big plays and that hurt us down the stretch.” Jason Heimes capped off a Wildcat drive with 4:27 left in the third frame on a blast for six from two yards out to account for the HNS points for the evening. As one would expect, the Mustangs also dominated the contest statistically.

Daily Republic · Seward, NE

Nearby: Seward, NE

DWU women at No. 5 in first NAIA regular-season top-25 poll

MITCHELL — Dakota Wesleyan University women's basketball is ranked No. 5 in the first NAIA coaches top-25 poll of the regular season, which was issued on Wednesday, Nov. 11. The Tigers were ranked No. 2 in the preseason and started the season at 3-1. The new top-five includes No. 1 Bethel (Tenn.), No. 2 Dordt (Iowa), No. 3 Freed-Hardeman (Tenn.), No. 4 Saint Francis (Ind.) and No. 5 DWU. At the Cattle Classic in Seward, Nebraska, DWU defeated previously No. 3 Dakota State on Friday, Nov. 6 for its first ranked win of the season but fell 78-62 to then-No. 16 Montana Tech on Saturday, Nov. 7. In Wednesday's new rankings, Montana Tech (5-0) is right behind DWU at No. 6 while Dakota State is No. 24 after a 1-5 start to the season. Preseason No. 1 Marian (Ind.) is ranked at No. 7 in the first regular-season poll. Other Great Plains Athletic Conference teams ranked include No. 9 Concordia and No. 15 Hastings. The Broncos visit DWU on Saturday, Nov. 14 for the GPAC opener at the Corn Palace.

Cuming County News · West Point, NE

Nearby: West Point, NE

West Point voters reject sales tax for economic development

On the same day that West Point’s City Council awarded $50,000 in LB840 funds to help a new business get started, West Point voters rejected the continuation of a local sales tax that would have kept in place an economic development tool the city has used for 14 years. Although the ballot language was required to say voters were deciding if an “additional tax” should be collected, the vote was actually to determine the fate of an existing sales tax. As was noted in the Sept. 25 issue of the Cuming County News, passage of the ballot issue would have allowed the city to continue to collect its existing half-cent sales tax. Revenue generated by that tax would have continued to be split 50-50, half to economic development efforts and half for capital improvements, including park and recreation facility improvements. After the votes were counted last Tuesday, the result was “no” to extending the tax but “yes” to continuing the economic development program.

Falls City Journal · Malcolm, NE

Nearby: Malcolm, NE

Tiger volleyball season ends in Malcolm

In front of a boisterous crowd, the Falls City Lady Tigers volleyball team dismantled the Conestoga Cougars in straight sets Monday night, 25-14, 2515 and 25-19. The No. 3-seeded Tigers got to work right away, stifling the No. 6 Cougars at every turn. Whenever Conestoga tried to make a run, FC turned them away, eventually pulling away for the three-set win. Falls City absolutely dominated the attack game Monday night, finishing with a .379 hitting percentage, while holding the Cougars to .094. Falls City was led by Bella Johansen’s 15 kills and Liv Buckminster’s 12. Tessa Gossman was close behind with nine additional kills. The Tigers added 10 ace serves on the night with Leah Goff (3) and Brynna Glathar (3) leading the way. Gabi Young and Johansen each contributed two. Johansen also added 16 digs, while Goff and G. Young had 12 apiece. Sophomore Leah Goff hit a milestone on Monday night. The setter had a game-high 38 assists, including the 1,000th of her young career.

Cuming County News · Wisner, NE

Nearby: Wisner, NE

Local mayors excited to serve communities

As of November 4, Cuming County saw 1,198 votes cast for the mayoral candidates in Wisner and West Point. Wisner incumbent Terry L. Soden received 313 total votes with 262 cast on election day and 51 received from early voting. Challenger Jay Meyer received 121 total votes with 111 cast on election day and 10 received from early voting. Soden said he is proud to be part of Wisner and is thankful for the continued support. “I would like to thank the citizens of Wisner for their support for the re-election bid as mayor,” he added. “I think we have one of the best communities for our size anywhere in the state of Nebraska. We have great workers that help to support and maintain our community. We have foundations that are willing to help with grants or achieve our goals for parks and recreation. We have a lot to be thankful for in our community.” In West Point, two write-ins were listed on the ballot. Alexander J.

KTIV · Petersburg, NE

Nearby: Petersburg, NE

Man being charged with over 100 mph chase, striking patrol vehicle and gasoline thefts

MADISON COUNTY Neb. (KTIV) - A Nebraska man was arrested Monday, Nov. 2, after a high-speed pursuit that started after a reported gasoline theft. The Madison County Sheriff’s Office says 30-year-old Zach Heying of Petersburg, Nebraska, was arrested and is to face charges for the thefts and the pursuit that continued off-road into Antelope County. The High-Speed Pursuit According to deputies, a resident in Madison County reported that gasoline was stolen from their property near Highway 81 and 835 Road, located south of Norfolk. The resident reportedly saw the suspect, identified as Heying, leave the property in a vehicle and followed while remaining in contact with 911. Madison County deputies reportedly attempted to stop the vehicle on 833rd Road, northwest of Madison, Nebraska. “The driver refused to stop and fled, initiating a pursuit during which speeds exceeded 100 miles per hour at times,” said authorities. The pursuit traveled from Madison County into Antelope County.