Concerns over a Nebraska hospital show how a $50B rural health fund is coming up short

A rural Nebraska family’s lifeline hospital now sits at the center of a national fight over Medicaid cuts

April 3, 2026Updated: April 3, 2026

By MARGERY A. BECK and ALI SWENSON

Regional

Vance announces $1.3 billion fertilizer investment, plans for two Nebraska facilities

Vance announces $1.3 billion fertilizer investment, plans for two Nebraska facilities

How to watch Vice President JD Vance's North Platte rally live on NCN

How to watch Vice President JD Vance's North Platte rally live on NCN

Hotel bookings up ahead of Vice President J.D. Vance’s arrival

Hotel bookings up ahead of Vice President J.D. Vance’s arrival

Kearney-area students gain early admission pathway to UNMC nursing program

Kearney-area students gain early admission pathway to UNMC nursing program

Kearney Archway ready to light up the night once again

Kearney Archway ready to light up the night once again

Mary Lanning Healthcare Wound Center Receives National Recognition

Mary Lanning Healthcare Wound Center Receives National Recognition

State

Vance announces $1.3 billion fertilizer investment, plans for two Nebraska facilities

Osmond woman killed, passenger injured in crash involving tractor in Pierce County

UNK announces plan to close Mantor Hall after 60+ years

Vance draws crowd to North Platte - WATCH LIVE

Pillen highlights state's drinking water fund as Plattsmouth rebounds from flooding

Norfolk warns of scam emails posing as city invoices

Sports

Previewing the 2026 HAC Volleyball Tournament Championship with Lincoln North Star head coach Jeremiah Kroll

Doane Football Coach Conversations: Northwestern Recap, Briar Cliff Preview

Oregon Breakdown | Bye Week Adjustments | Recruiting Special | Nebraska Football Now

Garden County grinds to victory at Leyton Triangular

'We're two plays away from being a Top 10 team': Rhule reflects heading into bye week

Gretna wins third state title with 2-1 victory over Gretna East

Ag & Outdoor

Pillen issues executive orders pausing diesel tax, increasing grain and livestock hauling weight limits

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