According to Hamilton County Emergency Manager Kirt Smith, COVID case numbers have gone up and then back down since the last time he met with commissioners.
Exiting Hamilton County Attorney Mike Powell (left) enjoyed a small “retirement” celebration after the conclusion of Monday’s Hamilton County Board of Commissioners meeting. Many came to wish him well, including Commissioner John Thomas (center).
For the second consecutive year the Hamilton County Home & Garden show is a no-go, though this time event organizers aren’t blaming only COVID.
Berniece Luthy stands in her kitchen with her blue-ribbon worthy raisin sour cream pie. The blue ribbon pictured showcases just one of her Best of Division finishes at the Nebraska State Fair, where Luthy is also a volunteer.
Jeremy Brandt
A large chunk of Monday’s Hamilton County Board of Commissioners meeting was occupied with discussion between board members and county sheriff Jeromy McCoy.
Hamilton County Clerk/Election Commissioner Jill DeMers officially rescinded her request to commissioners Monday for the consideration of moving Hamilton County to an all-mail voting format.
Deputy Secretary of State (elections division) Wayne Bena listened in, then spoke during Monday’s public hearing.
As the busy holiday season approaches, the Hamilton County Food Pantry is always looking for donations.
Hamilton County commissioners had a familiar topic in front of them again Monday -- a proposed all-mail election format.