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2026 NCAA DII National Champions!

Class A Girls State Runner-Up Team: The Kearney Bearcats! 👏

Today, the Kearney Police Department proudly recognizes National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day! We extend our heartfelt thanks to our dedicated School Resource Officers who serve as mentors, role models, educators, and protectors in our schools every single day. Their commitment to building positive relationships with students and staff helps create a safe and supportive learning environment throughout our local schools. Our SROs go above and beyond the badge offering guidance, fostering trust, and strengthening the connection between law enforcement and our community’s youth. Their presence makes a lasting difference in the lives of so many students. Please join us in thanking our School Resource Officers for their service, dedication, and the positive impact they make each day! 💙

Help us celebrate Sergeant Newell on 15 years of service with the Kearney Police Department! Sergeant Newell currently serves as the Uniformed Patrol Bureau B Shift Supervisor. His dedication, leadership, and commitment to our community are commendable, and we are grateful to have him as part of the KPD team. Congratulations on this well-earned milestone, and thank you for 15 years of service! 🚔💙

Is this the most unique wrestling venue in America? 🎭 🎶 Kearney High School in Nebraska hosted its annual Kearney Stage Dual, which is in a literal theatre. 🤯

Kearney Police Department is pleased to announce the assignment transfer of Sgt. Logan Miller from Uniformed Patrol Bureau C Shift Sergeant to Special Services Sergeant. Sgt. Miller brings 10 years of law enforcement experience, including 2 ½ years as a sergeant. In his new role, Sgt. Miller will oversee the School Resource Officers, K-9 Unit, Community Resource Officers, and the Airport Officer. This team works closely with our Uniform Patrol Bureau and Criminal Investigations Bureau on a wide range of programs, events, partnerships, and assignments that positively impact our community. Sgt. Miller will also coordinate major community engagement events such as National Night Out, Faith & Blue, multiple Coffee with a Cop events, and several other initiatives throughout the year. Community engagement remains a pillar of our public relations efforts, and we are excited to see Sgt. Miller continue strengthening these connections. Please join us in congratulating Sgt. Miller on his new assignment!

The Kearney Police Department is proud to announce the promotion of Sgt. Tony Cordova and Sgt. JC Small to the rank of Lieutenant! Both were officially sworn in at Tuesday’s City Council meeting. Lt. Tony Cordova With 30 years of dedicated service, including 17 years as a Sergeant, Lt. Cordova has been a steady, committed leader within KPD. He will continue his service in the Uniform Patrol Bureau. Lt. JC Small Lt. Small has served KPD for 15 years, with the last 7 as a Sergeant. His strong leadership and work ethic have prepared him well for this next step. He is assigned to the Special Services Unit. Please join us in congratulating Lt. Cordova and Lt. Small on their well-earned promotions! We are grateful for their dedication and look forward to their continued service to the Kearney community.