University of Nebraska to establish Panhandle presence in Sidney using former Cabela’s campus

The University of Nebraska is coming to Sidney. A new campus at the former Cabela’s complex marks a major expansion into the Panhandle.

March 29, 2026Updated: March 30, 2026

By Forrest Hershberger

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Regional

Hunter Arterburn to lead Cheyenne County Community Center while continuing on The Big Boy morning show

Longtime broadcaster and community leader Hunter Arterburn has been named Executive Director of the Cheyenne County Community Center while continuing his role as host of the morning radio show on 987 The Big Boy.

Kearney man arrested on false imprisonment, sexual assault charges

Duncan Field Hosts Hastings Bambinos' Field of Dreams Night

New eagle sculpture takes flight at Buffalo County Fairgrounds

Hastings Father Sentenced in Hot Car Death

Buffalo County Sheriff's Office searching for wanted man

State

State girls wrestling duals coming to Kearney

University of Nebraska to establish Panhandle presence in Sidney using former Cabela’s campus

Regional

Hunter Arterburn to lead Cheyenne County Community Center while continuing on The Big Boy morning show

Kearney man arrested on false imprisonment, sexual assault charges

Duncan Field Hosts Hastings Bambinos' Field of Dreams Night

New eagle sculpture takes flight at Buffalo County Fairgrounds

Hastings Father Sentenced in Hot Car Death

Buffalo County Sheriff's Office searching for wanted man

State

State girls wrestling duals coming to Kearney

Fairbury art showcase helps diverse class of local kids show off their abilities

Mast, Hoiberg to Join Pro Teams

Madison school athletic complex taking shape with unique concrete track

Man arrested on sex trafficking, assault charges after yearlong Douglas County investigation

Florida man walks through Nebraska on cross-country journey

Sports

Husker great runs team's volleyball clinic

A goal to spread soccer lands Omaha kids on the World Cup field

4-H nationals bring thousands to Grand Island

Oklahoma dominates UNC, wins first College World Series since 1994

Hundreds of hoopers compete at growing UNK basketball camp

UNC takes game two of CWS finals, forces winner-take-all Monday night

Ag & Outdoor

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

NGPC still offers grazing, haying opportunities