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    Four Graduate from the 5th Judicial Problem-Solving Court in York

    York Graduation

    Four Graduate from the 5th Judicial Problem-Solving Court in York

    June 23, 2023
    Four individuals, Cade Drummond, Joshua Bullers, Shannon Martin-Wagner, and Larry Taylor recently celebrated their graduation from the 5 th Judicial Problem-Solving Court in York. The graduation ceremony took place on June 12, 2023, with Judge James C. Stecker presiding over the event. The occasion was attended by Senator Jana Huges, York County Board Members, probation staff, as well as family, and friends of the graduates. The ceremony marked the culmination of an intensive program that...Read more

    Southeast Nebraska Adult Drug Court Park Cleanup in Nebraska City

    Southeast Nebraska Adult Drug Court Park Cleanup in Nebraska City

    June 23, 2023
    May is Nebraska Problem-Solving Court Month and is recognized nationally as Drug Court Month. In celebration, Southeast Nebraska Adult Drug Court recently took part in a park cleanup in Nebraska City. Participants from Mission Field Transitional Living joined forces with Southeast Nebraska Adult Drug Court to beautify the park. The team of volunteers picked up trash and debris, contributing to the restoration of the park’s natural beauty. Chief Probation Officer Chris Reece extends her...Read more

    Everyday Heroes: Allen & Haney Honored

    Allen, Haney

    Everyday Heroes: Allen & Haney Honored

    June 22, 2023
    Grant County Clerk Magistrate Catherine Allen worked alongside Ex Officio Clerk of the District Court Christee Haney to create an engaging court experience for the visiting justices and staff members on the Chief Justice’s summer tour in August 2022. Haney and Allen then arranged a luncheon at the stop in Hyannis; a nice chance to rest and reflect during the long trip. Allen was generous enough to not only assist in Grant County but also later that week in Sheridan County. We extend our sincere...Read more

    Probation Management Rising Star Award: Michelle Pfortmiller

    Pfortmiller

    Probation Management Rising Star Award: Michelle Pfortmiller

    June 15, 2023
    Probation’s Rising Star Award has been presented to Michelle Pfortmiller, Employment Specialist, from District 4A during the Probation Management Meeting in April 2023. A Rising Star is relatively new to their probation position and exhibits burgeoning leadership qualities and characteristics. Award recipients offer a fresh perspective on existing programs and seek opportunities to grow professionally while actively striving to make a positive impact to move the system forward.Read more

    Court and Probation Offices will be closed on Monday, June 19, 2023

    Juneteenth

    Court and Probation Offices will be closed on Monday, June 19, 2023

    June 15, 2023
    In observance of the holiday, Court and Probation Offices will be closed on 6/19/2023.Read more

    Dawson County Adult Drug Court Graduation

    Dawson County Adult Drug Court Graduation

    June 14, 2023
    The Midwest Nebraska Problem-Solving Court, Adult Drug Court, located in Dawson County, recently held a graduation ceremony and celebration on June 5, 2023, at the Dawson County District Court in Lexington. This ceremony marked a significant milestone for graduates Rebecca Hinman and Jose Muralles, symbolizing the completion of an intensive program focused on comprehensive drug treatment, close supervision, and full accountability. Presiding over the event was Judge James Doyle, and he also...Read more

    June Graduation for Butler County Problem-Solving Court

    June Graduation for Butler County Problem-Solving Court

    June 13, 2023
    On June 6, 2023, the Butler County Problem-Solving Court celebrated the graduation of Jesse Sharping in David City. The ceremony was presided over by Judge Tina Marroquin, honoring the completion of an intensive program that encompassed comprehensive mental health treatment, intensive community supervision, and full accountability for Jesse Sharping. Pictured are (left to right): Judge Tina Marroquin and graduate Jesse Sharping. Problem-Solving Courts are an alternate pathway within the...Read more

    Chief Justice Summer Tour 2023

    2023 Summer Tour

    Chief Justice Summer Tour 2023

    June 12, 2023
    The 2023 Summer Tour will take the Chief Justice, key court staff, and select judges and justices to the northeastern portion of the state from August 14 to 18. Every summer, the Chief Justice and members of the Court travel outside of Lincoln to meet with judges, court and probation staff, and observe local programs and services. The tour will begin in Wahoo, then head northwest to Schuyler for an event highlighting language diversity. Participants will showcase how the court system...Read more

    Dodge and Washington County Adult Drug Courts Celebrate Problem-Solving Court Month by Keeping Communities Beautiful

    Dodge and Washington County Adult Drug Courts Celebrate Problem-Solving Court Month by Keeping Communities Beautiful

    June 12, 2023
    May is Nebraska Problem-Solving Court Month and is recognized nationally as Drug Court Month. To commemorate this special occasion, the Dodge County Adult Drug Court Team teamed up with Keep Fremont Beautiful to clean up Fremont State Lake, collecting a total of 44 bags of trash. Similarly, the Washington County Drub Court participated in the celebrations by picking up trash along a 4-mile stretch of Highway 133 in Washington County. The dedicated team of volunteers worked diligently to remove...Read more

    Probation Management Rising Star Award: Norma Barragan

    Barragan

    Probation Management Rising Star Award: Norma Barragan

    June 8, 2023
    Probation’s Rising Star Award has been presented to Norma Barragan, Juvenile Justice Resource Supervisor, out of District 6 during the Probation Management Meeting in April 2023. A Rising Star is relatively new to their probation position and exhibits burgeoning leadership qualities and characteristics. Award recipients offer a fresh perspective on existing programs and seek opportunities to grow professionally while actively striving to make a positive impact to move the system forward.Read more

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