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A shocking brawl in Nebraska City leaves a 59-year-old man critically injured, sparking a high-stakes chase for the 22-year-old suspect, Zachariah Pierson, who fled the scene before police arrived — only to be later arrested on felony charges of first-degree assault and use of a deadly weapon as investigators dig deeper into the violent encounter.

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Nebraska’s State Capitol is hunting for its 2026 holiday tree—locals within 50-70 miles of Lincoln are invited to donate a majestic 20-25 foot spruce or fir with full branches and no major gaps. The tree must fit through the north entrance (7x6 ft), though trimming is allowed. Capitol staff will personally inspect top contenders, and donors get honored at the tree-lighting ceremony. Submit via Heather Dinslage at 402-937-2891 or heather.dinslage@nebraska.gov. Your giant evergreen could become the state’s festive centerpiece.

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