Brown County Sheriff’s Office resumes 24/7 dispatch center

The Brown County Sheriff’s Office has resumed 24-hour dispatch center operations after staffing shortages led to limited hours earlier this summer.

August 17, 2026Updated: August 17, 2026

By Casey Wonnenberg

Brown County Sheriff’s Office resumes 24/7 dispatch center

Regional

Lightning strike destroys tree at Norfolk cemetery

Lightning strike destroys tree at Norfolk cemetery

Two arrested after Madison County road sign theft investigation

Two arrested after Madison County road sign theft investigation

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Madison County authorities investigate road sign vandalism, theft

Madison County authorities investigate road sign vandalism, theft

State

Brown County Sheriff’s Office resumes 24/7 dispatch center

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued for Morrill County

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued for Scotts Bluff, Banner counties

City of Kimball searching for tree removal services

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Sports

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Huskers open the season No. 1 in AVCA Preseason Poll

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Ag & Outdoor

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

NGPC still offers grazing, haying opportunities