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RTC teammates recognized for military service

January 13, 2022

We appreciate our team members at the Reception and Treatment Center for their service—past and present—to our country. These individuals received a special coin as part of an initiative from Governor Ricketts to recognize and thank active military and veteran teammates. Thank you for your service to the department and our country! #MakeADifference #KeepPeopleSafeRead more

Ricky Simmons delivers message of hope to CCC-L population

January 11, 2022

Men at the Community Corrections Center – Lincoln heard a message of perseverance and redemption last weekend from speaker Ricky Simmons.

A former professional football player and wide receiver for Nebraska, Simmons centered his message less on the field and more on the lessons he learned from his incarcerations and addiction. While incarcerated, Simmons began living his life driven by a simple but transformative concept: Take responsibility for your actions. He used his time to become the man his family and his mentor—Tom Osborne—knew him to be, ultimately helping others to overcome addiction and live a positive life...Read more

Cornhusker State Industries (CSI) Spotlight:

January 10, 2022

Driving down any Nebraska road, you’re sure to spot a product made by CSI: Nebraska license plates. These, along with a wide variety of goods and services, are produced by around 500 incarcerated men and women within NDCS facilities who are employed by CSI, the 100% self-supporting correctional industries program for NDCS. Through their work, these individuals develop marketable job skills and a positive work ethic that help them become productive members of the community upon their release.

Today we take a look at the CSI headquarters, located in Lincoln and home to administration, sales, marketing, accounting,...Read more

CCC-L teammates gather for holiday meal

January 6, 2022

As 2021 came to a close, the Community Corrections Center – Lincoln (CCC-L) gave a “thank you” to their team members with a catered holiday lunch sponsored by the Employee Activities Committee. Team members enjoyed time together and were gifted a special ornament in appreciation for all their efforts throughout the year. Thank you to the CCC-L team! #MakeADifferenceRead more

Class 1621 graduates

January 4, 2022

Congratulations to the newest NDCS teammates! Class 1621 graduated from the Staff Training Academy last week. Welcome! #KeepPeopleSafeRead more

NDCS welcomes first class of 2022

January 3, 2022

What was an empty room last week morphed into a packed house today. It was the first day for orientation in 2022 at NDCS. The class includes a number of returnees to the agency, to which Dir. Frakes offered an enthusiastic, “Welcome home!” This class also includes those with law enforcement, corrections and military experience. During his address, Dir. Frakes touched on increased compensation, expanded tuition reimbursement and other opportunities for those looking at a career in correctional services. Training for these participants will last six weeks. The next agency orientation is quickly filling up.

NDCS has a wide...Read more

Spreading holiday cheer at CCC-L

December 24, 2021

These women at the Community Corrections Center – Lincoln (CCC-L) used their artistic talents to make the holidays a little brighter for their peers. The nutcrackers and ornaments they painted now deck the halls of the CCC-L women's housing unit. Thank you to Unit Manager Jonathan Watt for organizing this fun activity! #MakeADifferenceRead more

Thank you CCC-L and CCC-O teammates for your military service

December 23, 2021

We appreciate our teammates at the Community Corrections Center – Lincoln and the Community Corrections Center – Omaha for their service—past and present—to our country. These active military and veteran teammates were recognized with a special coin as a token of gratitude for all they have done. Thank you for your service! #MakeADifference #KeepPeopleSafeRead more

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