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February 23, 2023
Awarded to: Stacey Langmack , Support Staff in Platte County The Jean Miller Memorial Award recognizes exemplary performance by probation support staff with a record of exceptional efficiency, superior performance, and dedication beyond standard expectations. Stacey Langmack arrives at work each day with a great attitude and is motivated to serve District 5 probation in any way possible. Her task-focused approach is evidenced by her willingness to assist in her home office and any of the other...Read more
Chief Justice Mike Heavican’s State of the Judiciary
February 22, 2023
Chief Justice Mike Heavican delivered his annual State of the Judiciary speech in the Unicameral Legislative Chamber, filled to the balconies with Nebraska students and instructors. The February 21, 2023, morning address was given at the invitation of the Speaker of the Legislature, Senator John Arch. Chief Heavican opened his remarks by discussing the current status of the Judicial Branch workforce, including turnover and vacancies. Heavican remarked, “Our staff is hardworking and loyal...Read more
Credential Badges
February 17, 2023
News reporters will undergo re-credentialing for expanded media access in Nebraska trial courts throughout March. The new badges will have a red stripe on the bottom and expire March 30, 2025. New reporters continue to be asked to complete a rule review before credentials are granted. Credentials are not needed to attend court, observe proceedings, take notes, or write stories. Credentials are ONLY needed to participate in a media pool and to use certain electronic devices.Read more
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February 16, 2023
Awarded to: Shannon Ontiveros , Probation Officer in Hall County Probation The Ladonna Snell Memorial Award recognizes the exemplary performance of a probation officer. The award is presented to officers with a record of exceptional efficiency, superior performance, and dedication beyond standard expectations. Shannon Ontiveros has been a tremendous asset to Hall County, as she shares the accumulation of knowledge that over ten years in recovery support has lent her. She focuses on behavior...Read more
February 15, 2023
The American Probation and Parole Association (APPA) held its 2023 Region IV Winter Regional Training Institute in Omaha on February 5-7, 2023, with over 330 individuals from across Region IV attending. Content included topics relevant to probation, parole, the judiciary, and other facets of community corrections. APPA regularly sponsors Institutes to bring together probation and parole employees with researchers, public policy advocates, and other community corrections professionals. Region IV...Read more
New District Court Clerks
February 15, 2023
January welcomed in a new year and 17 newly elected or appointed District Court Clerks across the State of Nebraska. After every election cycle, the Clerk of the District Court Association and Judicial Branch Education collaborate to provide education to the new District Court Clerks. This year the New Clerks Workshop was held in Grand Island, Nebraska, on February 8, 9, and 10. All Clerks of the District Court, new and experienced, were invited. A total of 66 individuals registered to attend...Read more
Weighted Caseload
February 14, 2023
Weighted Caseload Reports for Nebraska's district, county, and separate juvenile courts have been uploaded to the Judicial Branch Website. Weighted caseload statistics approximate the number of judges needed to handle the current caseload based upon the calculations of a three-year rolling average of case filing data, case weights (including the time it takes per type of case), and all possible judicial work minutes in a year. However, historically, this did not account for cases heard by...Read more
February 13, 2023
Nebraska’s trial court youth courtroom soccer poster has been updated and translated into Spanish. The 2023 revision is printable on 11” by 17” paper. The poster compares the court system to a soccer game so that students better understand the “players” in the courtroom. View the posters: Court/Soccer Poster (English) Court/Soccer Poster (Spanish)Read more
February 13, 2023
Justices, judges, system administrators, probation, and parole from across the upper Midwest gathered in Omaha to discuss the Blueprint for Racial Justice. The Blueprint project was launched in 2021 in response to action from the Conference of Chief Justices and the Conference of State Court Administrators. The project was designed to be a resource for state court leaders working to ensure equal access to justice. A rountdtable discussion of the Blueprint project was facilitated by Edwin Bell,...Read more
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February 9, 2023
Awarded to: Laura Reynoldson , Holt County Court Exemplary performance by a County Court Clerk Magistrate is acknowledged through the Outstanding Clerk Magistrate Award. The honor is presented to those with a record of exceptional efficiency, superior performance, and dedication beyond standard expectations. Laura Reynoldson is an outstanding public servant who more than fulfills her responsibilities to Holt County Court and other courts within the 8th Judicial District. Recently, when the...Read more

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