Aurora Bookstore Helps Put 40,000 Books in Hands of Nebraska Teachers

A Central Nebraska bookstore is giving new life to thousands of books while helping get them into the hands of students and teachers across the state.

August 18, 2026Updated: August 18, 2026

By Brandon Shanahan

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Regional

UNMC uses immersive technology to expand stroke education statewide

Deshler man wins nearly $18,000 and trip on Wheel of Fortune

The Foundry brings Trailblazers workforce event to Kearney

City to update downtown traffic signals

Ten Hastings-Area Students Selected as Sister City Ambassadors to Japan

Sexual assault charges dismissed against former Kearney YRTC staff member

State

INTERVIEW: Nebraska State Fair Executive Director Jaime Parr

Aurora Bookstore Helps Put 40,000 Books in Hands of Nebraska Teachers

Regional

UNMC uses immersive technology to expand stroke education statewide

Deshler man wins nearly $18,000 and trip on Wheel of Fortune

The Foundry brings Trailblazers workforce event to Kearney

City to update downtown traffic signals

Ten Hastings-Area Students Selected as Sister City Ambassadors to Japan

Sexual assault charges dismissed against former Kearney YRTC staff member

State

INTERVIEW: Nebraska State Fair Executive Director Jaime Parr

UNMC uses immersive technology to expand stroke education statewide

UNL unveils new Louise Pound sculpture honoring her academic and athletic legacy

Nebraska lawmaker, UNO professor weigh in on AI safety concerns

Pink postcard taxpayers ask where's the tax relief?

Warren Buffett gives up chairman title at Berkshire Hathaway in the next step of his succession plan

Sports

Huskers utilize strong run game, improves pass rush in win over UND

Nebraska rolls by North Dakota 34-7, heads into conference play 3-0

Wayne State dominates first-ever game against Jamestown

Sidney Shuts Out Adams Central, Moves to 4-0

Freeman exacts revenge on JCC, claims another MUDECAS Volleyball championship

Meridian pushes past Palmyra in third set to capture MUDECAS B Division crown

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