How major US stock indexes fared Thursday 8/6/2026

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August 6, 2026Updated: August 6, 2026

By The Associated Press

Regional

Elm Creek community holds vigil for students injured in crash

Elm Creek community holds vigil for students injured in crash

Hastings College Prepares to Open New Residence Hall

Hastings College Prepares to Open New Residence Hall

Nebraska Grazing Conference highlights farmer mental health

Nebraska Grazing Conference highlights farmer mental health

Plea agreement reached in Grand Island Monument Advisors fraud case

Plea agreement reached in Grand Island Monument Advisors fraud case

St. Paul debates future of local policing

St. Paul debates future of local policing

Incoming Chamber CEO focused on meeting Kearney businesses

Incoming Chamber CEO focused on meeting Kearney businesses

State

Cattle sale raises money for Valentine’s planned event center

Commissioners to consider 2027 mountain lion season

May does not show for weapons possession sentencing; Durflinger gets two more years for drug possession

‘It’s not just a crown; it’s the person behind it’: Kimball-Banner County PRCA Rodeo royalty represents community

Elm Creek community holds vigil for students injured in crash

National Day Out provides fun, excitement for residents and first responders

Sports

Kearney High School showcases new addition, the PAW

Baylor Scheierman Returns to Central Nebraska for Youth Basketball Camp

UNK football returns to practice ahead of new season

Late comeback ends Nebraska Siege's inaugural season

Three Huskers named to preseason All-Big Ten Team

Nebraska Top 10 Volleyball Tournament brings new showcase, over 100 Teams to Kearney SportsPlex

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