Tag: Beatrice

BEATRICE, NE — A 19-year-old Kansas man was killed late Sunday night in a single-vehicle, high-speed accident in Gage County, Nebraska.

A significant fire broke out at the abandoned Dempster Manufacturing plant in Beatrice, Nebraska, on Friday night, prompting a large response from local fire departments and road closures. Firefighters managed to control the blaze by midnight, but the cause remains under investigation. No injuries were reported, and residents are advised to stay away.

The 2025 MUDECAS Basketball Tournament in Beatrice, Nebraska is scheduled from January 13th to 18th. Events will occur at the Beatrice City Auditorium and Beatrice Middle School, featuring girls' and boys' divisions. Semifinals take place on January 16th, with championships concluding the tournament on January 18th.

The Hevelone Foundation invites grant applications for arts events in 2025, aiming to support local and regional organizations. Applications are due by December 1, 2024, with expected grants totaling around $60,000. Founded through a bequest from Mrs. Hevelone, the foundation promotes visual and performing arts, particularly for youth.

Norris Public Power District and Today’s Power, Inc. are seeking Gage County Board approval for a 1-megawatt solar facility in Elm Township, Beatrice. A public hearing was held to discuss the project on land owned by Jeff Hays. The facility aims to enhance renewable energy in the district's service area.

The Gage County Sheriff's office is investigating a two-vehicle accident on Highway 77 during Memorial Day weekend, resulting in one injury. The 67-year-old man crossed the median and collided with a truck driven by a 44-year-old woman. Alcohol may have been a factor. The man sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was taken to the hospital.

Beatrice and surrounding communities, We recognize that this is a challenging time for you, our residents and businesses. Many of...

The Hevelone Foundation is now accepting grant applications for events and projects held in 2020 to support arts activities...

The Beatrice City Clerk is being accused of drunken driving; Gage County Court documents reveal. Erin Saathoff, 40, of Wymore...

Bond was set at $500,000 for a Beatrice man, Russell L. Mann, age 55, who is charged with sexual...

Bond was set at $7,500 for Justin Thomsen, age 38, who was arrested on drug possession charges, after a...

Another arrest was made Monday in connection with the pursuit of Brandon Kopf, arrested on charges related to his...