After more than three decades in chiropractic care — and a brief, unsuccessful retirement — Todd Hedlund is starting fresh in Crete. Hedlund officially took ownership of the chiropractic …

Saline County commissioners voted to vacate and abandon a short section of County Road H west of Friend, citing an unsafe bridge and the high cost of replacing it, during their regular meeting on …

Crete’s Community in Motion network kicked off the year by reviewing the City of Crete’s welcoming and inclusion efforts, identifying service gaps and encouraging collaboration among local …

Saline County commissioners opened five bids Jan. 20, for a project to renovate the former Saline County Jail into office space for the county probation office — a plan that drew cost concerns from …

Scott Kuncl of Crete has entered the race for District 2 on the Saline County Board of Commissioners, saying his decision was driven by both the upcoming open seat and a desire to contribute to …

Something new is rising at 15th and Kingwood Streets. Kingwood Place Apartments is set to open this spring, bringing new multi-family units to Crete. The eight-unit apartment building will …

A familiar face at the Saline County Treasurer’s Office has stepped into a new role. Erin Widick of Crete became the new deputy treasurer on Jan. 5. Widick earned her associate’s degree …

Tourism tax revenue generated in Saline County will return to local communities more than $112,000 in recommended funding for promotion and improvement projects in 2026, according to a report …

Saline County seniors saved nearly $284,000 on prescription drug costs during the most recent Medicare Part D open enrollment period, according to a report presented to county commissioners Jan. 20. …

Saline County commissioners voted to vacate and abandon a short section of County Road H west of Friend, citing an unsafe bridge and the high cost of replacing it, during their regular meeting on …

Agriculture and natural resources remain a focus for local senators this legislative session, which will run through Tuesday, April 14. Sen. Tom Brandt of Plymouth, the chairman of Nebraska’s …

In a gym without cheerleaders, the rhythm of Dorchester home games still finds its beat. It comes from Deanna Bird. Bird, a Dorchester graduate who has worked in the school for 19 years, is …

Blue Valley Community Action is heading into the new year with a familiar face at the helm. Luis Sotelo was re-elected as president of the BVCA Board of Directors last November, continuing a …

For families planning a funeral for a veteran, military honors can feel like one more unfamiliar step during a difficult time. In Saline County communities, funeral directors and volunteer …

Giving blood in Friend, Exeter or Milligan may take less than an hour, but its impact can last a lifetime. Emily Holley, regional communications manager for the American Red Cross Nebraska-Iowa …

Voters in Nebraska’s Legislative District 32 will choose a new state senator in 2026, with two candidates now filed for the open seat. Jefferson County Commissioner Mark Schoenrock and Crete …

Angie Eberspacher officially filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State to run for the Nebraska State Board of Education, representing District 5.  Eberspacher, a lifelong resident of …

Award-winning nature conservationist photographer and artist Michael Forsberg will speak about the migration of the Sandhill Crane at an upcoming program in Friend. In his talk entitled Cranes, …

There are moments in a high school gym when the noise isn’t just loud — it’s physical. It presses against your chest. It rattles the rafters. It makes you forget you’re holding a program or a …

Patrick and Jessika MacCallum will soon bring a new gathering place to Friend’s Warren Opera House building.  The MacCallums plan to open MacCallum’s Tavern in March, hopefully before …

An event rooted in conservation and camaraderie is back for its 31st year. Saline County Pheasants Forever will host its annual banquet Saturday, Jan. 31. The event will bring supporters of …

Seeing and hearing clearly in the classroom starts with a simple check.  The Crete Lions Club recently provided hearing and eyesight screenings for students at Exeter-Milligan-Friend Public …

Fifty miles, one purpose: Supporting veterans. Linda Zitek, who works with homeless veterans as a healthcare navigator for Blue Valley Community Action, took part in the 50 Mile March, an …

Former 4-H’er Taylor Tyser of Wilber is now on the other side of the Nebraska Extension office. Tyser started as an administrative aide with Saline County Extension on Dec. 17. In her …

Asbestos was found in multiple areas of the former Saline County jail building at 225 S. High St. following a December asbestos survey and laboratory testing conducted ahead of potential renovation. …