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This photo, taken by Sheriff Kevin Mueller from his home on Road 740 just west of Hwy. 61 northwest of Imperial, shows the massive line of fire that was being driven by gusts of at least 45 mph. The fire was headed towards the northwest corner of Imperial. Firefighters got it under control before it could reach the outer edge of Imperial.

Wednesday night fire encroaches Imperial

Firemen from at least four departments battled a huge blaze late Wednesday night that was headed toward the northwest corner of Imperial.

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Sen. Dan Hughes of Venango was reviewing materials Monday in preparation for the beginning of a new Legislative session.

Sen. Hughes begins final two years in Legislature

When the 107th Nebraska Legislature convened Wednesday for its two-year session, it marked the start of the final two years of 44th District Sen. Dan Hughes’ second term.

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Truck driver sentenced in 2019 fatal accident

A semi-truck driver whose rig crossed the center in 2019 and collided with a pickup, killing its driver, was sentenced in December in Chase County Court.

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CCS graduate instrumental in developing COVID-19 vaccine delivery protocol

Jasmine Hahn, daughter of Doug and Shelley Mitchell and a 2002 Chase County Schools (CCS) graduate, held a major part in planning and implementing the coronavirus vaccine delivery protocol for Grea