Trump will join grieving families for the return of soldiers killed in war in the Middle East

President Donald Trump plans to attend the dignified transfer for the six U.S. soldiers killed in the Middle East

March 7, 2026Updated: March 7, 2026

By SEUNG MIN KIM

Regional

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

Donors Help Mary Lanning Healthcare Purchase New Defibrillators

Donors Help Mary Lanning Healthcare Purchase New Defibrillators

State

Grand Island opens new Fire Station 3

Police chief reacts to scooter crash with call for safety

Grill, gun and a $1.5 million goal, Valentine events center auction on Sunday

City Council tables Keep Sidney Beautiful funding request

Attorney General Hilgers launches online safety guide for parents

Attorney General Hilgers files lawsuit against First Street for harming Nebraska homeowners

Sports

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

Hastings Softball Looking to Build Off Strong Start

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