Great American Comedy Festival returns to Norfolk, celebrating Johnny Carson's legacy

The Great American Comedy Festival is returning to Norfolk, Nebraska, to celebrate Johnny Carson's legacy with a weekend packed with comedy and magic. The festival, starting on June 12.

June 11, 2025Updated: June 11, 2025

By News Channel Nebraska

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Regional

Hastings City Council Eyeing Return to City Hall

Kearney Planning Commission recommends approval of proposed data center

Kearney’s Planning Commission is recommending approval of a proposed data center at Tech oNE Crossing that could bring major new investment and revenue to the area.

UNK launches Loper Flight Academy

UNK has opened the Loper Flight Academy, bringing flight training in-house with seven new aircraft.

New MLH CEO Hitting the Ground Running

Rep. Smith weighs in on data centers, license plate reader cameras

Steve Schieber named president of CHI Health Good Samaritan

State

Norfolk adds two new AEDs at city parks

Great American Comedy Festival returns to Norfolk, celebrating Johnny Carson's legacy

Regional

Hastings City Council Eyeing Return to City Hall

Kearney Planning Commission recommends approval of proposed data center

UNK launches Loper Flight Academy

New MLH CEO Hitting the Ground Running

Rep. Smith weighs in on data centers, license plate reader cameras

Steve Schieber named president of CHI Health Good Samaritan

State

Norfolk adds two new AEDs at city parks

Valentine police ask residents to keep goats out of city limits

UNK faculty members honored for excellence in teaching, service and scholarship

Community volleyball season starts August 27

Everly Brothers tribute artists will rock Sidney audience

Failure to pay bridge toll leads to cocaine arrest

Sports

Norfolk routs Lincoln Northwest in first ever meeting

With loads of experience, Huskers confident in revamped offensive line

St. Cecilia Softball Goes From Hunters to Hunted After First Championship

One day at a time, Pierce football prepares for season opener under Tyler Legate

NSAA approves co-ops for 2026-27, 2027-28 school years

Teraya Sigler awarded Nebraska Volleyball Lifter of the Year

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