Disney removes 250 gators since Nebraska boy’s death

The Associated Press Wildlife officials have removed 250 alligators from Disney properties in the five years since a 2-year-old Nebraska boy was killed by an alligator at the Grand Floridian Resort and Spa, a newspaper reported. The

Frederick D. Miles

Frederick D. Miles, 80, formerly of Fremont, Nebraska, passed away Friday, Jan. 29, 2021, at his home in Lee County, Georgia, surrounded by his family. Fred was born on May 14, 1940, to Albert and Helen Miles

Judith Neill Miles

Judith Neill Miles, 80, formerly of Fremont, NE, died Monday, November 23, 2020 in her home surrounded by her loving family. Judy was born August 25, 1940, in Walthill, NE to James and Darlene Neill. She lived

Board amends budget, eyes bond issue

The Fremont Public Schools Board of Education unanimously approved an amendment to the district’s budget during a special meeting on Monday night.    The budget amendment increased the district’s general fund by about $4.5 million. The money

2021Unicameral Legislative Committee Review

halloran

The Agriculture Committee this session advanced proposals to update the Livestock Brand Act and allow farmers and ranchers to offer livestock ownership shares to customers. Under LB572, introduced by Sen. Steve Halloran of Hastings, the Nebraska Brand Committee may provide for electronic

FPS Foundation receives Big Give funds

Fremont Public Schools Foundation Executive Director Kevin Eairleywine recently received a check for $12,527 as part of the Fremont Area Big Give Campaign. Eairleywine received the check from Fremont Area Community Foundation Board Member Jane Dugan. The

Burglary nets thief cash, coins, tools

A burglary was reported Monday afternoon in Fremont.    At about 3 p.m., Fremont police received a report of a burglary at a storage facility in the 500 block of north Pierce Street.    An unknown person

Police probe property damage complaint

The Fremont Police Department is investigating a property damage complaint from Monday afternoon.    At about 1:55 p.m., the complaint was made at a residence in the 1500 block of north Lincoln Avenue. Damage was reported on

FAVC, Moo create partnership

The Fremont Area Veterans Coalition (FAVC) has created a partnership with the Fremont Moo baseball team.  Thanks to a collaborative effort, the FAVC will provide volunteers to grill hamburgers and hotdogs at the Moo’s home games.  The

Junior Match Play Begins in McCook

The field is set for the 59th Nebraska Girls’ Match Play Championship and the 32nd Nebraska Junior Match Play Championship at Heritage Hills Golf Course in McCook this week. The Championship will begin on Tuesday, June 22