On June 5, 2026, the Northeast Nebraska Adult Drug Court celebrated the graduation of three participants during a ceremony held at the Madison County Courthouse. The Honorable James Kube presided over the event, which recognized the graduates’ successful completion of an intensive and highly structured program focused on recovery, accountability, and long-term success.

Graduation from Drug Court represents the culmination of a rigorous process that combines comprehensive behavioral health treatment, intensive community supervision, and a strong commitment to personal responsibility. Family members, friends, court team members, and community supporters gathered to honor the graduates’ achievements and the significant progress they made throughout the program.

Drug Courts, also known as Problem-Solving Courts, provide an alternative to traditional criminal justice proceedings for nonviolent individuals struggling with substance use disorders. Using a collaborative, team-based approach, these courts address the underlying causes of criminal behavior by combining treatment services with judicial oversight and community support.

The primary goals of Drug Courts are to reduce recidivism, improve public safety, and promote sustained recovery. Participants engage in evidence-based practices that include validated risk and needs assessments, individualized treatment plans, frequent and random drug testing, and a structured system of incentives and sanctions. Throughout the program, participants also receive access to a variety of rehabilitative and supportive services designed to help them build healthy, stable, and productive lives.

For additional information, please contact: 

Matthew McManigal, Northeast Nebraska Adult Drug Court Coordinator

Phone: 402-371-8568 ext. 233           Email: matthew.mcmanigal@nejudicial.gov

Photo: Graduate Schuyler, graduate Paige, and District Court Judge Kube. Not pictures is graduate Cody.