Lexington in limbo: Six people on Tyson’s departure, their upended lives and a changing town

In their own words, former Tyson workers and community members describe the fallout after their town was rocked by one of Nebraska’s biggest-ever layoffs

February 27, 2026Updated: February 27, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

Lexington in limbo: Six people on Tyson’s departure, their upended lives and a changing town

Regional

Kearney 9/11 stair climb honors lives lost 25 years later

Hastings Remembers Fallen During 9/11 Ceremony

Kearney High swatting call prompts secure protocol, police find no weapon

Hastings Middle School Project Approaching Next Steps

Kearney man faces third domestic assault charge, $150,000 bond

‘The fit we’re always looking for’: Sydney Davis brings small-school mentality to UNK volleyball

State

T-Mobile representatives present $5K check to Kimball High School

Lexington in limbo: Six people on Tyson’s departure, their upended lives and a changing town

Regional

Kearney 9/11 stair climb honors lives lost 25 years later

Hastings Remembers Fallen During 9/11 Ceremony

Kearney High swatting call prompts secure protocol, police find no weapon

Hastings Middle School Project Approaching Next Steps

Kearney man faces third domestic assault charge, $150,000 bond

‘The fit we’re always looking for’: Sydney Davis brings small-school mentality to UNK volleyball

State

T-Mobile representatives present $5K check to Kimball High School

Jefferson County, NSP investigation logs drug arrest

Emergency crews respond to house fire in Oakdale

Valentine ceremony honors those lost on 9/11

Remembering those who confronted danger, 25 years ago

Sheriff reports arrests after drug investigation in Falls City

Sports

Sidney shuts out Gering, improves to 3-0

Hartington-Newcastle withstands 28-point deficit, weather delay for improbable win

Boone Buzzsaw Keeps Rolling

Huskers excited for first Memorial Stadium night game of the season

Doane Football Coach Conversations: Dakota Wesleyan recap, Morningside preview

Huskers return home to upgraded Devaney center, excited for upcoming home games

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