The NSAA State Softball Tournament will remain in Hastings for the next two years after a slim vote Wednesday morning.

Former Dundy County Sheriff Clinton “C.J.” Smith took a plea deal after being accused of stealing a firearm from his former office.

The University of Nebraska at Kearney is looking to some of its neighbors to alleviate a parking problem.

Rezoning has been approved for an empty lot just south of the intersection of 11th Avenue and F Avenue in southeast Kearney.

The Hastings Police Department has reinstated Chief Adam Story for his involvement in firing his weapon at a skid loader on Thursday evening.

Sandy Creek claimed the Class D1 state football championship with a 44-42 win over Stanton.

For the first time in school history, Central Valley is a state champion in high school football. 

The Nebraska School Activities Association Board of Directors aren't making a decision on the future location of the High School Softball State Tournament until at least next month. 

According to unofficial election results, Jay Beckby defeated Jacque Cranson by over 1,000 votes to become the next Hastings Mayor. 

As Nebraskans head to the polls, several ballot initiatives will appear on the 2024 ballot, including two separate abortion topics. LB 434 would prohibit abortion after the first trimester.

Should public funds be used to fund scholarships for private school students? In this election, a vote to retain Measure 435 would keep an existing scholarship proposal in place, while a repeal vote would eliminate it outright.

From abortion to paid sick leave and medical marijuana, Nebraska voters will decide several key issues when they head to the polls next week.

After sitting vacant in downtown Hastings for more than two years, the building that partially collapsed last month has been demolished, but it's still causing hardships for the business next door. 

In a battle of two of the best pitchers in Class B softball, Beatrice prevailed 1-0 over Hastings in 8 innings in the 2024 Class B State Softball Championship.

On Wednesday morning, the Bill Smith Softball Complex will welcome thousands of fans to Hastings for the NSAA State Softball Tournament for the 17th year in a row, but the tournament could be moving on from Hastings next year.

The U.S. Senate race in Nebraska is drawing national attention, with outlets like CBS calling it "unexpectedly competitive." Independent Dan Osborn is trying to unseat two-term Republican Senator Deb Fischer, and recent polls suggest a close contest.

The story of Andy the Goose is one of the most storied tales to residents of Central Nebraska. 30+ years after his death, his legacy is living on through his owner's granddaughter.

With fall harvest in full swing across the state, a Hastings non-profit is hosting its yearly event this weekend to celebrate the harvest.

Verizon has announced that today’s network disruption has been fully resolved, according to a statement from the company.

Two years after being appointed to the position, Hastings City Administrator Shawn Metcalf has been relieved of his duties.

More controversy has struck the city of Hastings, as Fire Chief Brad Starling is resigning, which was made public Wednesday evening.

Just four months after buying and renovating an abandoned grocery store building, Crossroads Mission Avenue is ready to open a new thrift store in Hastings.

A new plant that will produce a Nebraska-born fertilizer is ready to go into full production.

Construction crews are on-site and beginning to work on a new 320-bed residence hall at Hastings College.

It took over six hours, but KHAS Radio Host Brandon J McDermott overcame all odds to complete an 11-mile city tour on a lawnmower Friday afternoon. 

From Friday to Sunday, the Adams County Fairgrounds and the Hastings Museum will welcome Kool-Aid enthusiasts from all stretches of the country.

After multiple years of road only meets, the Hastings College Track and Field teams will finally be able to host home meets this spring.

Director of Athletics Troy Dannen announced Tuesday that Nebraska has signed Head Baseball Coach Will Bolt to a new five-year contract.

Authorities say two houses at Johnson Lake are likely a total loss from a fire on Saturday.

The South Heartland District Health Department reports that collections of Culex mosquitoes trapped in Adams County have tested positive for West Nile Virus.

The Nebraska Public Power District is studying 16 Nebraska communities for feasibility of a potential nuclear power plant.

Hastings College is receiving a $9 million gift from a 1965 graduate who passed away last year. 

The 2024 Hastings College football team is looking to do something no other Bronco team has done since 2009.
Earn a spot in the postseason.

An autopsy has been ordered for a 13-year-old girl who died following a near drowning incident at the Hastings Aquacourt.

As a junior and the oldest arm in Nebraska’s quarterback battle, Haarberg continues his goal of being a leader.

The Blue Hill Aquatic Center is honoring Hastings Aquacourt season passes for the remainder of the summer.

Todd Trofholz and his wife Carrie have owned the oldest tavern west of the Missouri River since 1992.

With increased interest from car enthusiasts from all over the country, the Corvair Museum of America in Hastings is looking to expand.

Since the Oregon Trail Rodeo in Hastings came into existence 32 years ago, Willis Hunt has been involved with it.

The Hastings Sodbusters collegiate wood bat team's season came to an end Sunday after accomplishing more than any other team before them. 

The band Metallica – yes, that band Metallica – is renewing its partnership with a Central Nebraska community college.

The highly requested 'Breakfast Runzas' made an appearance in Hastings Wednesday morning with hundreds of Runzas being sold for a good cause.

When carnival rides and food stands lie dormant in the mornings, 4-H programs are the sole heartbeat of county fairs, which do more than just show off animals.

Two Hastings businesses are organizing the first annual 'Downtown Summer Sounds' concert series, which features two free outdoor concerts. 

After five long years of controversy over a demolished Hastings viaduct, Mayor Corey Stutte says it's time to turn the page. 

Hastings College football program is relying on its youth to replace all conference departures. 

Nineteen people died in traffic crashes across Nebraska in June, according to data collected by the Nebraska Department of Transportation.

NCN's Jake Bartecki catches up with Olympian Maggie Malone-Hardin ahead of third olympics appearance. 

Opening delays for the Adams County Jail are causing frustrations for people involved in the years-long project, but there is an end in sight.

The Hastings Sodbusters are playing on despite losing their Head Coach midway through the summer baseball season.

Over the next two days more than 1,000 people from across the state are coming to the annual Flatwater Music Festival in Hastings.

High schoolers from all across the state are making their home at Hastings College this week to dive head first into high level art programs.

The National Eucharistic Pilgrimage made stops in Central Nebraska Tuesday afternoon on route to its final destination.

After seven years of planning and two years of renovations, the upgraded Hastings YMCA is now ready to serve its community.

Dozens of the best 8-man football athletes in Nebraska have spent the entire week in Hastings practicing to capture glory one more time.

With a need to modernize on campus living options, Hastings College has begun to renovate some of the Bronco Village Apartments this summer, and will also make smaller upgrades to the student union and other student buildings over the next year.

A Hastings well is out of service after potentially dangerous levels of nitrate were detected in it. 

The Tri-Cities saw 246 donations in the annual 'Battle of the Badges' blood drive with Hastings having the most donations with 136.

Revive Inc. is renovating the old Motel 6 and Hastings Convention Center to open a unique substance abuse treatment facility with a full continuum of care. 

The Lancaster County Sheriff’s Office said a woman who’d been pronounced dead and later came back to life in a Lincoln funeral home has died.

Hundreds of bicyclists are hoping for good weather as they travel across Nebraska this week.

With the vote passed and paperwork to implement the tax now filed, Kenesaw residents can expect to see an extra 1.5% sales tax on their purchases beginning on October 1.

With high school sports finished for this school year, many schools all across Nebraska are preparing for a 35-second shot clock coming to boys and girls basketball in Classes C and D, which has some ecstatic, and others still voicing their concerns.

The Adams County Election Commission says the race for the District 6 Adams County Commissioner is too close to call, and a recount is needed to decide the winner.