Former Columbus bank CFO convicted in $4.3 million loan fraud scheme

A federal jury in Nebraska has convicted a former Columbus bank executive of bank fraud

March 12, 2026Updated: March 12, 2026

By Naydu Daza Maya

Former Columbus bank CFO convicted in $4.3 million loan fraud scheme

Regional

Family surprised in downtown Norfolk with plaque honoring late mother, Jan Merrill

Family surprised in downtown Norfolk with plaque honoring late mother, Jan Merrill

Emergency crews respond to house fire in Oakdale

Emergency crews Respond to house fire in Oakdale

Willow Creek State Recreation Area campground to close for electrical upgrades

Willow Creek State Recreation Area campground to close for electrical upgrades

Norfolk Fire Division Hosts Annual 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb to Honor 25th Anniversary

Norfolk Fire Division Hosts Annual 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb to Honor 25th Anniversary

State

Emergency crews respond to Morrill fire

Tiny Knox County town of Center celebrates 125 years

Two years later, Marty Jordan’s legacy continues to bring people together

Several assaults, including one at Valentine City Park, in weekly police report

Weekend of 15th Fairbury car show fuller than ever with addition of Hullabalooza

Epstein bookmobile comes to Omaha, draws visit from Osborn

Sports

Anthony Colandrea named Big Ten Offensive Player of the Week

2026 MUDECAS Volleyball Tournament: Broadcast Schedule, Results

15th-ranked Minnesota-Duluth edges Wayne State

Sidney shuts out Gering, improves to 3-0

Hartington-Newcastle withstands 28-point deficit, weather delay for improbable win

Boone Buzzsaw Keeps Rolling

Ag & Outdoor

Nebraska's congressional delegation critical of Trump plan to lower beef prices

Outdoor notes: Birding Bowl inspires generous next step

Outdoor notes: Tips for enjoying water safely this summer

Outdoor notes: Rare lake sturgeon made 681-mile swim

Outdoor notes: Low water affecting Nebraska boaters this summer

Ag notes: Cattle placements rise 6% during April