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Beatrice Big Blue Water Park Season Nearing Close

Tech Nebraska launches as independent statewide technology association

Tech Nebraska today announced its transition to an independent, member-driven organization. Tech Nebraska has grown into a statewide organization.

New Rushville nonprofit aims to expand youth sports opportunities

A new nonprofit organization in Rushville is working to give local youth more opportunities to participate in sports.

Kearney home destroyed in early morning fire on Wednesday

Protect College Sports Act delayed in Senate, NU President Gold calls bill 'necessary'

AG Democratic candidate Jocelyn Brasher stops in Norfolk during campaign tour

Auburn woman pulls belongings from burning car

An Auburn woman struggled to save school supplies as car goes up in flames

Temporary road closure notice in Valentine

The City of Valentine is advising motorists of a temporary closure of Hall Street in connection with construction of the City's interceptor sewer project.

20-year-old mother identified as woman killed in South Omaha crash

City of Norfolk to Begin 2026 Milling and Overlay Project August 13

Panhandle Public Health District to offer free lead screening and education in Crawford

Panhandle Public Health District will be in Crawford August 21 to provide education about lead exposure and free lead screening. Community members can learn more about risks of exposure to lead, ask questions of public health professionals, and have a blood lead test completed if they choose.

Faith Health receives national recognition for stroke care

Overnight storms cause widespread power outages across south-central South Dakota

Overnight storms caused widespread damage to electrical infrastructure across parts of south-central South Dakota, leaving customers without power.

Valentine man arrested after report of man carrying possible handgun

A 20-year-old Valentine man was arrested Tuesday evening after authorities received a report of a man walking down the street with a scooter, yelling and carrying what appeared to be a handgun.

Sidney Night of Hope Cancer Walk 2026 this weekend

The 26th Night of Hope Cancer Walk at Legion Park takes place Friday starting at 5:30 p.m. On Saturday, the Guns vs Hoses softball game takes place 4 p.m. at Legion Field.

Broken Bow takes steps to address Flock Cameras, future Data Centers

Fort Robinson Aquatic Center reduces hours

The new Fort Robinson State Park Aquatic Center is among the Nebraska attractions reducing hours as the back-to-school season reduces workforce availability.

Arizona man arrested for Hall County sex crimes

Tilden parks plan looks to the future

Ol' Red's Last Call for Summer concert returns to Jefferson County for year two with two major acts

After a successful debut last August, the Last Call for Summer concert returns to the Jefferson County Speedway this Saturday, featuring a true country headliner twinbill.

Sen. Pete Ricketts meets with supporters during Norfolk campaign event

NU President Gold says proposed 4.25% budget increase matches inflation trends

Chianina steer prevails at Nemaha County Fair

Trend toward heavier show calves

Central Nebraska Museums swap classic cars for exhibit

Nebraska helps secure victory against Biden-Era gas stove regulations

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit struck down a Biden-era Department of Energy rule that placed new federal limits on gas stoves and other cooking appliances. The court ruled that the Biden Administration broke federal law.

John Wagner recognized as August 2026 Jefferson County Veteran of the Month

John Wagner is the Jefferson County Veteran of the Month for August 2026.

Syracuse man sentenced in Gordon child sexual abuse material case

A 61-year-old Syracuse man has been sentenced to prison in a Sheridan County child sexual abuse material case.

Primrose man arrested following NSP human trafficking operation in Kearney

NU Regents will consider $166M increase in state tax dollars in proposed 2027-29 budget request

Wounded Knee man sentenced after baseball bat assault in Gordon

A 49-year-old Wounded Knee man has been sentenced to 90 days in jail for assaulting a man with a baseball bat.

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