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St. Paul, Nebraska, is shutting down its police department and handing law enforcement over to the Howard County Sheriff’s Office—starting October 1—with current officers staying on as full-time county employees. Facing crippling staffing shortages, burnout, and budget woes—including losing their chief and sergeant—the move aims to save nearly $80K annually while ensuring seamless coverage. Residents worried about response times and local control are reassured: deputies already know the town, oversight remains local, and service won’t drop a beat.

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