Antelope County News Staff

CARRIE PITZER
​Publisher

​Carrie has used a unique combination of journalism, marketing and ambition to change the landscape of rural media. With a bachelor's degree in journalism, Carrie has worked in media for nearly 20 years, winning countless awards for writing, photography, design and website development from the Nebraska Press Association, Nebraska Associated Press and Inland Press Association. She's combined her talents to bring news to rural communities in both digital and print formats, along with now television content.
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WADE PITZER
​Advertising Director

Wade serves as advertising director of all the news sites under Pitzer Digital, LLC. With both a management and sales background, Wade works with business across Northeast Nebraska to develop an advertising plan to reach the most potential customers. He has an associates degree in architectural drafting and a love of construction and anything having to do with the outdoors. Wade is also an avid fisherman and hunter.
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WENDY FLENNIKEN
​Office Manager

Wendy lives near Clearwater with her husband Ryan and two children Bennet age 9 and Sloane age 4. Ryan is the owner of Flenniken Electric here in Neligh. Bennet enjoys wrestling, golf and baseball and Sloane loves princesses and going to Preschool. They have a German shepherd puppy named Duke and three fat farm cats. She is originally from Pierce and loves the small town life. Wendy and her family spend their weekends and summers at their cabin on the Missouri River by Niobrara where they enjoy swimming and boating.
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JENNIFER HIGGINS
Managing Editor

Jenny is a Randolph native who has called Neligh home for nearly two decades. She earned her bachelor's degree in journalism from UNL and worked at several publications before becoming editor of the Antelope County News. She's as well known in the community for her volunteer and community efforts as she is as a reporter and photographer. She's very active with community, church, school and 4-H activities.

BAILEY FREY
Intern

Bailey is a graduate of Neligh-Oakdale and is attending Wayne State College.

JESSY HILKMEMEIER
​Reporter/Photographer

Jessy is a Milford native and took the educational route before turning into a fantastic reporter.