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Nance County Sheriff Ben Bakewell stands next to the Special Response Team’s new armored vehicle. The team can use the 12.8 ton, 8-wheeled Stryker to execute high-risk search warrants or a water rescue. NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

Nance County Sheriff Ben Bakewell stands next to the Special Response Team’s new armored vehicle. The team can use the 12.8 ton, 8-wheeled Stryker to execute high-risk search warrants or a water rescue. NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

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FLOODS TO FIREFIGHTS

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, August 20, 2025
FULLERTON — Bad guys beware: The Nance County Sheriff’s Office has added two armored vehicles to its emergency response arsenal.Sheriff Ben Bakewell said the department has received two 1995 Strykers — 12.8-ton, 8-wheeled armored vehicles once used by the Nebraska State Patrol.

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Twin River amends eligibility requirements

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, August 20, 2025
GENOA— Twin River loosened eligibility requirements one month after tightening them.Twin River Superintendent said that after the board of education voted to change the academic requirements for sports and activities in July, the district received feedback from the community.
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Ready to cheer the Titans on to victory

News Staff
Wednesday, August 20, 2025
Twin River’s cheerleaders are ready to cheer the Titans onto victory. This year’s squad consists of Front row: Makenna Cherry, Grace Weaver, Joselyn Robertson, Katie Preister. Back Row: Myah Rinkol, Molly Connelly, Aubrey Strain, Mya Ramaekers, Grace Yrkoski, Layney Matthes, Macy Nelson. 
Genoa resident Bennie Rinkol was presented with a Quilt of Valor on Sunday. His quilt was created by Josie Williams and it will be on display at the Nebraska State Fair. NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

Genoa resident Bennie Rinkol was presented with a Quilt of Valor on Sunday. His quilt was created by Josie Williams and it will be on display at the Nebraska State Fair. NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

Bennie Rinkol receives Quilt of Valor

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, August 13, 2025
GENOA — That’s how you celebrate your 101st birthday.Bennie Rinkol was presented with a Quilt of Valor on Sunday. The Genoa resident received the quilt surrounded by his family.Rinkol’s quilt was created by Josie Williams and was one of three presentations at the Nance County Fair.
Nebraska Coaches Association Executive Director Darin Boysen is going around the state reminding parents of their role as parents in education-based athletics. He spoke in front of Twin River parents on Sunday. NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

Nebraska Coaches Association Executive Director Darin Boysen is going around the state reminding parents of their role as parents in education-based athletics. He spoke in front of Twin River parents on Sunday. NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

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Parents get crash course on being fans

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, August 13, 2025
GENOA — It’s a message going around the state and on Sunday it was heard in Nance County.Nebraska Coaches Association Executive Director Darin Boysen is going around the state reminding parents of their role as parents in education-based athletics. He spoke in front of Twin River parents on Sunday.

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FROG classes going strong in Genoa

Ncj Staff Report
Wednesday, August 6, 2025
GENOA — FROG classes meet twice a week in Genoa.FROG — which stands for Fitness Reaching Older Generations — meets Monday and Thursday from 10-10:30 a.m. at the Pawnee Senior Center in Genoa. Classes began in February and consistently have between 5 and 12 people attend.
Dennis Gabriel and Susan K. Smith received Quilts of Valor. NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

Dennis Gabriel and Susan K. Smith received Quilts of Valor. NCJ photo by Rick Holtz

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Veterans honored with Quilts of Valor

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, July 30, 2025
FULLERTON — Two area veterans were honored for their service on Saturday night at the Nance County Fair.Dennis Gabriel and Susan K. Smith were presented with Quilts of Valor. A third quilt was constructed for Bennie Rinkol, but he was unable to attend and receive it.
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Pawnee Nation members visits area

Ncj Staff Report
Wednesday, July 30, 2025
GENOA — Members of the Pawnee Nation visited the Genoa/ Nance County area on July 15, 2025. Walter Echo-Hawk, an Elder, lawyer and author, organized the tour along with former State Archaeologist Rob Bozell.
Delylla Olson, Luke Sonderup and Lora Sonderup show their exhibits during the Poultry Show on Friday.

Delylla Olson, Luke Sonderup and Lora Sonderup show their exhibits during the Poultry Show on Friday.

4-H FAIR FUN

News Staff
Wednesday, July 30, 2025
Special thanks to Sami Sullivan for shooting pictures at the Nance County Fair for us.