Ukraine's attack on Moscow is another sign the war is not so distant anymore for Russians

It’s getting harder for Kremlin officials to cast the war in Ukraine as something so distant that it doesn’t affect the daily routines of Russian civilians

May 18, 2026Updated: May 18, 2026

By The Associated Press

Regional

Hall County commissioner spends 12 hours atop courthouse to honor veterans

Husker Baseball Pledge Kowen Rader, Five Other Patriots Sign Letter of Intent

Adams Central Honors Veterans During Annual Program

Adams County Fairgrounds Elects New Ag Society Board Members

Cougars on the Hunt for Three-Peat

New apartment complex approved for Kearney

Re-zoning proposals were held for an apartment complex, converting a three acre parcel to commercial use, and a liquor license approval were some of the topics discussed.

Ukraine's attack on Moscow is another sign the war is not so distant anymore for Russians

Regional

Hall County commissioner spends 12 hours atop courthouse to honor veterans

Husker Baseball Pledge Kowen Rader, Five Other Patriots Sign Letter of Intent

Adams Central Honors Veterans During Annual Program

Adams County Fairgrounds Elects New Ag Society Board Members

Cougars on the Hunt for Three-Peat

New apartment complex approved for Kearney

State

Norfolk patriotic concert, quilt raffle raises money on Veterans Day

Hartington coach returns to sidelines weeks after brain cancer diagnosis as Trojans chase history

Hall County commissioner spends 12 hours atop courthouse to honor veterans

Omaha man accused of shooting at ex-girlfriend arrested after I-80 chase

Norfolk veteran reflects on Hometown Heroes banners along Benjamin Avenue

Jefferson County accepting external applications for county attorney, surveyor roles

Sports

Youth basketball tips off in Sidney

Huskers roll by Lindenwood to improve to 3-0

Husker Baseball Pledge Kowen Rader, Five Other Patriots Sign Letter of Intent

Doane Football Coach Conversations: Midland Recap, Hastings Preview

Nebraska commit Malorie Boesiger, five other Titans sign letters of intent

Cougars on the Hunt for Three-Peat

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