Thomas Rhett on ACM Entertainer of the Year win: "It made me feel like I’m not the new guy anymore"

John Shearer/ACMA2020/Getty Images for ACMFor Thomas Rhett, co-winning Entertainer of the Year at the 2020 ACM Awards offers a sense of validation.

September 21, 2020Updated: September 21, 2020

By News Channel Nebraska

Regional

Nearly 1,000 students explore career opportunities at Kearney event

Nearly 1,000 students explore career opportunities at Kearney event

Grand Island's Nova-Tech advances to final four in Coolest Thing Made in Nebraska competition

Grand Island's Nova-Tech advances to final four in Coolest Thing Made in Nebraska competition

Kearney police arrest man wanted on six warrants in Nebraska and Texas

Kearney police arrest man wanted on six warrants in Nebraska and Texas

Central Nebraska Golfers Capture State Titles

Central Nebraska Golfers Capture State Titles

Marian wins record 14th golf state title, Murnan claims individual crown

Marian wins record 14th golf state title, Murnan claims individual crown

Two Nebraska senior living centers close, sending almost 100 people scrambling for a place to live

Two Nebraska senior living centers close, sending almost 100 people scrambling for a place to live

State

Make-A-Wish Nebraska grants wish for Gurley family

Nearly 1,000 students explore career opportunities at Kearney event

Trump press secretary Katie Zacharia faces scrutiny over claims she’s a lawyer

Rushville’s historic ballpark takes center stage at Valentine event

UNO fraternity under investigation after video shows member making comment about rape

Longtime NeighborWorks CEO Roger Nadrchal to step down in 2027

Sports

Lady Raiders Hold Off Chadron in Four Sets

Doane Football Coach Conversations: Dordt Recap, Northwestern Preview

Norris fifth in Class B, EMF's Klooz fifth in Class C at 2026 Girls Golf Championships

West Holt wins Class C championship in girls' golf, Minden's Jorgensen takes individual title

Garden County snares sequence of sweeps at Potter-Dix triangular

Crete, Beatrice begin latest quests for softball state championship success

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