Strommen urges local governments to lower levies as property valuations rise

As property valuations climb across Nebraska, Sen. Paul Strommen says local governments should consider lowering levy rates to avoid collecting more tax revenue than necessary. He says valuation increases alone shouldn't mean bigger tax bills.

June 5, 2026Updated: June 6, 2026
Forrest HershbergerBy Forrest Hershberger

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Gordon leather purse designer sells products all over the world

From a quiet studio in Nebraska’s Sandhills, Lacey Swayne is crafting leather handbags that are now carried by customers across the country — and around the world.

Mother of murder suspect appears in Sheridan County Court on drug charge

The mother of an Alliance woman accused of murder appeared in Sheridan County Court this week on a separate drug charge.

Murder suspect’s case moved from Sheridan to Box Butte County

The murder case against an Alliance woman accused of killing her ex-boyfriend and disposing of his body will now be prosecuted in Box Butte County.

Gordon city council declines fireworks ban amid elevated fire risk

Despite ongoing concerns about wildfire risk, fireworks will be allowed within Gordon city limits this Independence Day after the city council did not approve a temporary ban.