Norfolk Daily News

12/05/2025

SELECT: “The gap between the need and the available resources to meet that need has never been wider. There is simply not enough food for the influx of people who need it right now.”

Food insecurity across the state continues to climb, putting stress on local communities and those who help provide food for people.

When asked how Food Bank for the Heartland was meeting a rising need for food amid rising costs, federal cuts and the recent government shutdown, Stephanie Sullivan put it bluntly

12/05/2025

A westbound SUV encountered multiple deer on the road and struck at least one, causing major damage to the vehicle with airbag deployment. The driver was uninjured, but a 62 year-old passenger complained of possible injuries.

One person sustained minor injuries in a crash involving an SUV and a deer on Friday in Stanton County.

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The campaign, which coincided with the Thanksgiving holiday, focused on combining increased enforcement and a zero-tolerance policy with strong public education on the importance of seatbelt use.

“This year’s Make It Click campaign was a success,” Volk said. “Through our enforcement efforts, we believe we helped keep community members safe and reminded drivers of the importance of buckling up.”

The Madison County Sheriff’s Office recently participated in the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s Make It Click high-visibility seatbelt enforcement campaign.

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The victim was assaulted with a knife and robbed by a male suspect, identified as Chantler Stewart, 23. Stewart had allegedly entered the business, approached the victim and began aggressively assaulting the victim before taking items from the victim’s pockets. Stewart left the laundromat and returned about 10 minutes later while the victim was in the same spot unresponsive. Stewart was observed on video taking a knife and cutting the throat of the victim and taking his shoes.

A South Dakota man is facing several charges in connection to an incident at a South Sioux City laundromat earlier this week.

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12/05/2025

SELECT: Coming off a Class A state championship win over the Islanders, the Norfolk girls continued that success by defeating Grand Island 11-10. Although the Norfolk boys fell 15-6, they kept things competitive, pushing the Islanders into the Baker rounds.

Norfolk High bowling coach Michael Wright maintained his confidence in both his teams following the Panthers' first dual of the season against Grand Island on Thursday.

12/05/2025

SELECT: The Blue Devils' 2025-26 campaign kicked off with both the boys and girls teams defeating Norfolk Catholic/Lutheran High Northeast on Thursday at King’s lanes.

Since bowling was introduced as an NSAA-sanctioned sport, Wayne has consistently been at the top.

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SELECT: “We haven’t beaten O’Neill in 12 years, so we’ve checked that box,” Valentine coach Randy Kluender said. “Now we have a lot of boxes to get checked for the rest of the season. We’ll enjoy this tonight, but (Friday) we get right back to work against a very good North Platte St. Pat’s team.”

VALENTINE — A big second quarter and a lot of Isaac Cronin paced Valentine past O’Neill on Thursday evening to give the Badgers their first win over the Eagles in

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SELECT: As to be expected, some rust from a long offseason was evident, but so was some excellent play as Boone Central claimed the girls game 61-39. Lakeview responded by winning the boys contest 62-51.

COLUMBUS — The sound of basketballs smacking hardwood is back.

12/05/2025

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12/05/2025

SELECT: Brent Pollari, most recently the women’s basketball coach at Wayne State College, will be replacing Ben Ries — who has switched over to coach the Norfolk boys basketball program — as the head coach of the Panthers.

Following a coaching change, there will be a new face on the sideline at Norfolk High girls basketball games during the 2025-26 season.