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Nebraska dioceses plan to cooperate with records request

LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — Three Nebraska dioceses will cooperate with the state attorney general’s request to review records of allegations and investigations dating back decades, according to diocese representatives.

Attorney General Doug Peterson requested last week that Lincoln, Omaha and Grand Island Roman Catholic bishops provide investigative records since 1978, The Lincoln Journal Star reported. The records request includes reports of alleged sexual exploitation, such as child pornography.

The review comes less than a month after Peterson urged victims of priest sex abuse to file reports with law enforcement , regardless of when the abuse occurred.

Representatives for all three dioceses said their bishops intend to cooperate with the request.

“The truth is good for everyone,” Omaha Archbishop George Lucas said in a Wednesday news release . “I see this as a real moment of grace.”

The Lincoln Diocese said it also plans to create a hotline and website where reports can be filed anonymously, and will also hire a victim-assistance coordinator to provide support to victims of sex abuse.

Lincoln-area cases will go to the Lancaster County Attorney’s Office, which will forward them to police and the sheriff’s office, said County Attorney Pat Condon, who noted that his office has received one report so far.

“Then, depending on what any investigation turns up, that will determine whether there will be prosecution through our office,” Condon said.

The Lincoln Diocese recently removed three priests over misconduct accusations, including giving alcohol to an altar server, being alone with women despite warnings against such behavior and an allegation of sexual contact with an adult woman. Another priest resigned over an undisclosed allegation stemming from his time in the Nebraska Army National Guard.

Robin Emilio James Mora

Robin Emilio James Mora (Wastè Kutè [Wash tayy coo tay] Fine Shot) was born on December 8, 1981 in North Platte, NE to Martin and Alice Mora. Robin made his journey to the spirit world on August 31st, 2018 at UCHealth in Aurora Colorado.

Robin was the youngest of four children. He attended North Platte High School. In 1999 Robin moved to Kansas City and took a position as a warehouse manager.

Robin was a loving and protective friend and family member. He enjoyed music, playing guitar, and singing. He loved spending time with his family and caring for his pets. He was a good, sensitive, and complex man who will be deeply missed.

Robin is survived by his parents Martin A Mora Jr and Alice Mora of North Platte, NE. His brothers, Martin A Mora III and Ian William (Nichole) Mora and a sister, Fara Michelle Mora. Four Aunts, Trena (Jim); Victoria Mesa; Regina (Keith) Smith; and Charlene (Chuck) Swalberg. An Uncle, Geronimo Mesa and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins whom he loved dearly.

Robin was preceded in death by his Grandfather, Martin A Mora Sr; Grandmother, Bonnie Jean Mora and Step-Grandfather, Vernon Cooper.

A viewing will be held for close friends and family on Saturday September 8th from 10:00am to 11:00am at the North Platte Church of the Latter-Day Saints. Bishop Luke McConnell will officiate. Services are open to the public and will be held from 11:00am to 12:00pm and lunch will be served from 12:00pm to 1:00pm.

Robin will be cremated, and his ashes spread on his family’s land on the Pine Ridge Reservation after a year of mourning.

Memorials are suggested in his name and online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.  Those wishing to do so may sign the register book from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Friday September 7, 2018 at Adams and Swanson Funeral Home which is in charge of arrangements.

Man gets 4 years in prison for friend’s meth overdose death

GOLDEN, Colo. (AP) — A man has been sentenced to four years in a Colorado prison for leaving his friend as she died of a methamphetamine overdose.

Jefferson and Gilpin Counties District Attorney Pete Weir says Nathan Hale pleaded guilty in May to charges of reckless manslaughter and distribution of a controlled substance in relation to the death of 25-year-old Natasha Rowley.

Prosecutors say Hale, who is 37 and lived in Nebraska, brought 14 grams of methamphetamine when he came to Arvada to help Rowley move in June 2017. They say both used the drug but Rowley soon went into “medical distress” and by morning had begun “moaning and gasping for air.”

They said Hale left the house without helping Rowley or calling for help. He was arrested in December.

Firefighters rescue man from under collapsed building

HOWELLS, Neb. (AP) — Authorities have rescued a man who called 911 for help while trapped under a collapsed building in northeast Nebraska.

The Stanton County Sheriff’s Office says 56-year-old Chris Pfeifer was working on moving a farm outbuilding northwest of Howells when it collapsed on him Wednesday. He was trapped for more than two hours before he could reach his cellphone and call 911.

Firefighters used air bags and other devices to free him.

The sheriff’s office says Pfeifer was flown to an Omaha hospital for treatment.

Tyson investigating cause of ammonia leak at plant

LEXINGTON, Neb. (AP) — Tyson Foods is investigating what caused an ammonia release that sent 20 workers to a south-central Nebraska hospital.

Firefighters were sent to the Tyson plant in Lexington around 11:15 a.m. Tuesday. The workers had been evacuated by the time firefighters arrived.

Officials say at least one worker was admitted to the Lexington Regional Health Center and one was later transferred to a Lincoln hospital. The rest of the injured workers were treated and released.

Tyson spokesman Worth Sparkman says the plant has been deemed safe, so normal plant operations are expected to resume Wednesday.

He says the ammonia is used for refrigeration.

Omaha man sentenced to prison for shooting death

Shawn Stewart
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — An Omaha man has been sentenced to 20 to 24 years in prison for the shooting death of another man during a fight outside a south Omaha home last year.

35-year-old Shawn Stewart was sentenced Tuesday in Douglas County District Court for the July 25, 2017, killing of 39-year-old Aristeo Pena-Robles.

Prosecutors say Stewart and Pena-Robles had been on a meth binge when the two argued about damage Stewart allegedly did to Pena-Robles’ car the night before. Officials say a fight ensued. Stewart’s defense attorney says Pena-Robles and another man were beating Stewart with a metal drapery rod when Stewart pulled out a gun and fired.

Stewart was originally charged with second-degree murder, but pleaded no contest to manslaughter and a weapons count.

Margaret Ann ‘Margie’ Jensen

 

Margaret Ann ‘Margie’ Jensen, of North Platte, NE, passed away at home surrounded by her family on Monday, September 3, 2018.
Margie was born December 7, 1945, to Earl and Martha Louise (Weist) Campbell in North Platte where she grew up.  Margie graduated from high school in 1964 and worked for Campus Cleaners until getting married.

On November 11, 1967, Margie was united in marriage to Dean Lee Jensen at the First United Methodist Church in North Platte. Dean was serving in the US Navy so they moved to Long Beach, CA until returning to North Platte in 1968 where they have lived ever since.  The couple had two daughters and were married for over 50 years.

Margie continued working part-time for the cleaners until 1971 when she became a stay at home mom.  She loved her family very much and was a great wife and mother.  She even took on the duties of hosting family get-togethers, which she enjoyed.

Margie liked knitting and solving crossword puzzles.  She was a member of the First United Methodist Church, American Legion Auxiliary Post #163 and Weight Watchers.  When the girls were younger she helped at school with the PTA and was an assistant leader with Campfire Girls.  Most importantly, family was Margie’s first priority.

She leaves behind her husband, Dean, of North Platte; daughters, Kristi (Rob) Smith, of Omaha, and Kari Jensen, of North Platte; granddaughters, Kaitlin and Chloe Smith; brothers, Dennis Campbell, of North Platte and Dick Campbell, of Council Bluffs, IA; sister, Marie (Bob) Dugan, of North Platte; sister-in-law, Barbara Campbell, of Colorado Springs, CO; as well as many nieces, nephews and other family.

Margie was preceded in death by her parents, Earl and Martha Campbell; sister and brother-in-law, Lois and Carl Berglund; and brother, Chuck Campbell.

Cremation was chosen.  Memorial Service will be 2 p.m. Friday, September 7, 2018, at Odean Colonial Chapel at C & Sycamore with Rev. Dr. Douglas A. Delp officiating.  The memorial book may be signed at odeanchapel.com or from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday at Odean Colonial Chapel at C & Sycamore, which is in charge of arrangements.  In lieu of flowers, the family has established a memorial.

Carolyn K. Foust

Carolyn K. Foust, 76, passed away September 3, 2018 in her home after a courageous battle with cancer.  She was in the comfort of family and friends right up to her time of death.  Carolyn was a lifetime resident of Maxwell.

She was born on November 1, 1941 to Percy and Marguerite (Miller) Smith.  Carolyn was united in marriage to Michael Foust on November 13, 1957.  They celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary with their children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Carolyn worked as a grocery store clerk throughout her lifetime. She was employed at Edith Drake’s Café through her school years, Stuckey’s for three summers, Kittle’s Grocery for four years, David’s Grocery 1975-1977, Maxwell Grocery 1977-1990,  finishing her career working at Sun Mart  and retiring on October 20, 2001.  Carolyn was a member of Royal Neighbors of America.

Survivors include her husband, Michael R. Foust of Maxwell; daughters, Marguerite (Dre) Grandberry of Maxwell and Ginger (Larry) Rivera of North Platte;  son, Richard Foust of Lincoln; her grandchildren, Jamie Reitz, Jodie (Nate) Richardson, David Grandberry, Devin Grandberry, Danae Grandberry, Tayler (Stephanie) Foust and Tanner Foust; her great grandchildren, Avery Reitz, Landon Reitz, Alexa Foust and Eva Foust; her brother, Bob (Linda) Smith and her brother-in-law, Terry (Suzanne) Foust; nieces, nephews, cousins, other family and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her-in-laws, Marion and Hazel Foust.

Online condolences may be shared at www.carpentermemorial.com. Memorials are suggested to the Callahan Cancer Center or Great Plains Home Health and Hospice.  Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Services will be 9:00 a.m. Friday, September 7, 2018 at Carpenter Memorial Chapel with Joe Sukraw officiating.  The family requests casual attire at the services. Burial will be at Ft. McPherson National Cemetery.   Carpenter Memorial Chapel is in care of arrangements.

Marion D. Kellie

Marion D. Kellie, age 83 of North Platte, NE passed away September 2, 2018 at Great Plains Health. He was born December 7, 1934 at North Platte to Chester Louis and Mary Elizabeth (Weekly) Kellie. He attended school in Wellfleet and later worked with his father. He enlisted in the United States Coast Guard on December 4, 1956 and served on the USCGC Taney and received an honorable discharge on November 30, 1960. While in the service he was united in marriage to Alberta Price on August 13, 1959 at Coquille, OR. Marion was proud of his service to his country and last year revisited the ship he served on and other historic ships in Baltimore.

After his discharge Marion moved to North Platte and was employed by Missouri Valley Construction and later Western Engineering, where he retired.

He is survived by his daughter, Chris (Randy) Edwards; sons, Don Kellie, Dan (Cindy) Kellie; daughter, Cathy “Bug” Kellie; twelve grandchildren, 19 great grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives.

Marion was preceded in death by his wife, Alberta “Bert” L. Kellie on June 14, 2017.

Services will be 1:00 pm Thursday, September 6, 2018 at Carpenter Memorial Chapel with Melvin Brown officiating. Burial will be at Ft. McPherson National Cemetery with military honors. Visitation with family receiving friends will be from 5 to 7pm Wednesday at the funeral home. A memorial has been established in his memory. Online condolences maybe shared at www.carpentermemorial.com

Carpenter Memorial Chapel is in care of arrangements.

 

Scott and Kyles Nebraska Picks (UPDATED: 9/4)

Follow along with Scott and Kyle and see how your picks for the Nebraska season stand!

 

Opponent Scott Prediction Kyle Prediction Who won?
Akron Neb 63-14 Neb 45-17 Tie: Game cancelled
Colorado Neb 31-21 Neb 45-17
Troy Neb 48-7 Neb 55-20
@ Michigan Mich 31-17 Mich 48-28
Purdue Neb 31-28 Purdue 28-24
@Wisconsin Wis 41-20 Wis 38-21
@Northwestern Neb 24-21 Neb 40-24
Minnesota Neb 35-14 *turnovers* Neb 34-31
@Ohio State OSU 51-24 OSU 48-14
Illinois Neb 48-21 Neb 28-24
Michigan State MSU 35-17 MSU 35-31
@Iowa Neb 31-28 Iowa 41-38

Scott Neb Overall record: 8-4
Kyle Neb Overall record: 6-6

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