Seward County Commissioners called department leaders to the courthouse on Aug. 25, asking each one to review their 2026-27 budget again to find an additional 1 percent cut. The county is …
The Saline County Museum will come alive Sunday, Sept. 13, as blacksmiths, quilters, cooks, car enthusiasts and other volunteers showcase the skills and traditions of the past during the museum’s …
The smell of fresh-baked cookies, cinnamon rolls and other sweet treats now fills the streets of Dorchester, where Lola Sue’s has quickly become a new destination for locals. Having opened …
Seward’s new water tower is in service. City Administrator Greg Butcher said Aug. 28 that the new tower is being monitored, but residents should not experience any change in their water …
A muralist and an author are setting up residencies in the Seward Creative District this week, preparing to share their work and talents with county residents in new and different ways. Muralist …
U.S. Air Force Maj. Michael Zimmer, a local pastor, has been recognized as the Air National Guard Chaplain of the Year. Zimmer, of Beaver Crossing, received the 2025 Samuel Stone Award during a …
While being a librarian wasn’t necessarily what Becky Baker had on her to-do list, it became her career for almost 45 years. Baker, who retires as the director of Seward Memorial Library …
With another round of budget discussions scheduled for Aug. 25, the Seward County Commissioners are continuing to whittle their budget needs down for 2026-27. The commissioners expected to cut a …
Seward Dental Clinic welcomed Jake Wiesen as its newest dentist, completing a story years in the making. Wiesen joined the clinic in early June, just one week after longtime dentist Mark Minchow …
The St. John Child Development Center (CDC) recently welcomed Tom Koffarnus of Lincoln as its new director. “I’m just really excited to take on this new role and happy to be part of the …
Big ticket projects like the wellness center, water towers and wastewater treatment plant may skew reports for revenues and incomes for Seward, but an auditor’s report shows where Seward’s income …
Seward is working to take on a utility service area along Highway 15 that may lead to annexation. The city of Seward is working with Norris Public Power District to purchase the service area for …
Road conditions and vegetation growing in the county’s rights-of-way again were the topics of discussion at the Seward County Commissioners’ meeting on Aug. 18. Brett Baker contacted the …
Jarod Haas had a plan. He had recently purchased a chopper and had customers lined up. That was in addition to his custom alfalfa work. “He was the hardest worker I ever met,” his dad Steve …
Seward County Assessor Marilyn Hladky’s office has posted updated property valuations for the county as taxing entities prepare to submit their funding needs to taxpayers. Hladky’s office …
After more than 26 years of leadership, Memorial Health Care Systems CEO Roger J. Reamer has announced his plans to retire from his position in the spring of 2027. Reamer has served as the chief …
The Seward County Sheriff’s Office is investigating how a large number of trashed tires came to be dumped on private land near Fletcher and 154th roads. Seward County Roads Superintendent Jon …
Seward residents now have more flexibility when it comes to dropping off their recyclables. The Seward Recycling Center has changed its hours and is now open from 8 a.m. Friday through 3 p.m. on …
When Seward County’s rural residents take out a building permit, they sign a form that includes a statement that county zoning and county assessor’s staff members may inspect the site upon …
Over the two weeks leading up to Labor Day weekend, local law enforcement will be increasing its presence on highways and roads as part of a DUI-prevention campaign: Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over. …