The Omaha streetcar is 2 years behind schedule. Businesses doubt they will survive to see it open

Omaha’s streetcar construction is disrupting downtown and midtown, and many business owners say they may not survive until the line opens

February 26, 2026Updated: February 26, 2026

By JEREMY TURLEY/Flatwater Free Press

Regional

CCC Hastings Campus Cancels Classes Due to Water Main Break

CCC Hastings Campus Cancels Classes Due to Water Main Break

Grand Island opens new Fire Station 3

Grand Island opens new Fire Station 3

Hastings College Celebrates International Students with Flag Raising Ceremony

Hastings College Celebrates International Students with Flag Raising Ceremony

New Broken Bow facility aims to turn livestock waste into renewable natural gas

New Broken Bow facility aims to turn livestock waste into renewable natural gas

United Way Celebrating Dolly Parton’s Impact on South Central Nebraska

United Way Celebrating Dolly Parton’s Impact on South Central Nebraska

IRS brings temporary taxpayer assistance center to Grand Island

IRS brings temporary taxpayer assistance center to Grand Island

State

Friend hospital says former CEO repaid misused money, now wants to move forward

Fairbury ready for first foray into world of 8-man football

A shared commitment to service

98.9 The Vibe holds #1 spot in Tri-Cities ratings

Grand Island opens new Fire Station 3

Police chief reacts to scooter crash with call for safety

Sports

Fairbury ready for first foray into world of 8-man football

Papillion-La Vista retires numbers of Jordy Bahl, Peaches James

Satterfield says Luke Lindenmeyer making strides as leader

Doane Football Coach Conversations: 2026 Season Preview

With addition of five-star Husker commit Trae Taylor, Millard South eyes three-peat

'Pushing each other every day': Husker running back battle continues, with strides being made

Ag & Outdoor

Nebraska's congressional delegation critical of Trump plan to lower beef prices

Outdoor notes: Birding Bowl inspires generous next step

Outdoor notes: Tips for enjoying water safely this summer

Outdoor notes: Rare lake sturgeon made 681-mile swim

Outdoor notes: Low water affecting Nebraska boaters this summer

Ag notes: Cattle placements rise 6% during April