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Significant Collision at Washington County Intersection Results in Injuries
In Washington County, a recent two-vehicle collision resulted in injuries for a Clyde man who failed to yield the right-of-way. The incident occurred at the intersection of 6th and Arrowhead Road on Thursday, June 20th. Edward D. Willbrant, driving a 2016 Ford F-250 pickup, collided with a semi driven by...
Hurst to serve as River Valley District 4-H Youth Development agent
Marissa Hurst is the new 4-H Youth Development Extension Agent in the River Valley District. She started on May 26. The River Valley District, which serves the communities of Republic, Clay, Cloud, and Washington Counties, will have Hurst's primary office located in Concordia. She joins 4-H Agent Macy Hynek to lead our 4-H Programming.Hurst brings a wealth of experience and a strong educational…
Clyde Man Hurt After Failing to Yield Right-of-Way in Two-Vehicle Crash in Washington County
A Clyde man was treated for injuries after failing to yield the right-of-way in a two-vehicle crash in Washington County late-last week. According to a report from the Washington County Sheriff's Office, Edward D. Willbrant of Clyde, driving a 2016 Ford F-250 pickup, failed to yield the right-of-way at the intersection of 6th and Arrowhead Road on Thursday, June 20th. Willbrant's vehicle struck a semi driven by Sean Lambert of Clyde.
Blue Valley Technologies Bringing Fiber to Rural Towns
Blue Valley Technologies is advancing its fiber-to-the-home project in Washington and Marshall Counties, including Hanover, Washington, Frankfort, and Waterville. Supplies, including massive spools of fiber, have arrived as the team prepares for construction. Chief Operations Officer John Smith noted that the construction process is extensive. The company is finalizing engineering designs and obtaining necessary permits and easements. The next step is securing final construction approval from the USDA. Once approved, crews will begin installing aerial fiber, aiming to start construction in late 2024, with customer installations expected by Fall 2025. However, timelines may vary due to contractor schedules and weather conditions.
Teddy Zabokrtsky
Teddy Hugh Zabokrtsky was born on June 9, 1942, in the Diamond Center Community in Southwest Washington County and died May 28, 2024, at the Heritage Care Center in Fairbury, Neb., at the age of 81. His parents were Louis P. and Ruby V. (Kuhl) Zabokrtsky. He attended Liberty Country...
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