Jefferson County to resolve grievance hearing with four fired highway department employees Tuesday

Four men who were fired from their roles on the Jefferson County highway department in November are protesting their termination in a rare grievance hearing against the county. On Tuesday, the Jefferson County commissioners will present their final conclusions in the case.

February 10, 2026Updated: February 10, 2026
By Timothy Hackett

Regional

‘Magic every time’ sandhill crane knowledge and appreciation

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UNK honors Hamiltons with atrium naming after $5M rural health gift

UNK honors Hamiltons with atrium naming after $5M rural health gift

South Locust Street closure scheduled April 8 as reconstruction project continues

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New Downtown Kearney passport program encourages shoppers to explore the bricks

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