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County Court Assistant Clerk Julie Kuhl demonstrated her multifaceted skill set during the Chief Justice's Summer Tour visit to Auburn. Kuhl not only invited and hosted local guests but also prepared former Clerk Magistrate LaRita Weber's signature star-shaped cookies, a beloved tradition baked...
Lisa Hunzeker was sworn-in as Clerk Magistrate of Pawnee and Johnson County Courts in the first Judicial District on September 27, 2024, by County Court Judge Jeffrey Gaertig. Hunzeker continues the tradition of serving multiple courts within the First Judicial District, holding the position of...
The third Thursday of October is recognized as Conflict Resolution Day and the American Bar Association recognizes the third week of October as Mediation Week to promote mediation and the work of neutrals. When you ask someone what is the first thing that comes to mind when you say conflict, it’s...
The North Central Problem-Solving Court in Broken Bow celebrated two new graduates on September 19, 2024. Judge Tami Schendt presided over the ceremony, honoring this significant achievement alongside the graduates’ families and friends. Completing the program is a remarkable accomplishment...
Justices of the Nebraska Supreme Court will hold a court argument session at Wahoo High School on November 6, 2024. The school will create a courtroom in the Performing Arts Center for the mid-morning session. Area students interested in the legal field, social work, political science, or higher...
Probation’s AC4E Award has been presented to Marc Kohmetscher, Chief Probation Officer from District 9 during the Probation Management Meeting in April 2024. AC4E Award recipients personify the eight principles of evidence-based practice, four core values of AC4E, and one vision and mission. AC4E...
The Judicial Nominating Commission public hearing for Chief Justice of the Nebraska Supreme Court will be livestreamed beginning at 10:00 a.m. on October 4, 2024. During the hearing, the Commission will receive information on the qualifications of candidates to fill the vacancy in the office of...
A Problem-Solving Court graduation was held at the Merrick County Courthouse on September 9, 2024. Judge Rachel A. Daugherty presided. In attendance were Senator Loren Lippincott, Hamilton/Merrick County Board Members, District 5 probation staff, friends, and family. A Problem-Solving Court...
Retirement Open House In honor of Chief Justice Michael G. Heavican For 18 Years of service on the Nebraska Supreme Court October 30, 2024 4:00-7:00 PM, Remarks by Dignitaries at 5:00 Nebraska State Capitol 2nd Floor Rotunda Parking is available on the street and in the lot south of the Capitol at S...
Chief Probation Officer for District 1, Melanie Stormer, showcased her exceptional and multi-talented skill set during the Chief Justice's Summer Tour in August, when the Nebraska Supreme Court visited Southeast Nebraska. Stormer was instrumental in organizing every aspect of the event, from...