Lake Mac Casino Resort opens in Ogallala with temporary casino and quarter horse races

A long-anticipated casino and racetrack is finally open in Western Nebraska, and it promises jobs, tourism and a boost to the local economy.

August 19, 2025Updated: August 20, 2025

By News Channel Nebraska

Regional

Hudreds Pack Downtown Hastings for Kool-Aid Days Parade

Hudreds Pack Downtown Hastings for Kool-Aid Days Parade

29th Kool-Aid Days Kick Off in Hastings

29th Kool-Aid Days Kick Off in Hastings

Staff member suspended after discovery at YRTC Hastings

Staff member suspended after discovery at YRTC Hastings

Semi driver arrested after fatal I-80 crash near Sutherland

Semi driver arrested after fatal I-80 crash near Sutherland

Three teens face felony assault, escape charges in YRTC-Kearney cases

Three teens face felony assault, escape charges in YRTC-Kearney cases

I-80 crash west of Maxwell leads to fire, second crash involving trooper

I-80 crash west of Maxwell leads to fire, second crash involving trooper

State

Beatrice Police called to barricade incident in east part of the city

Tornado Warning issued for Grant, Garden, Sheridan counties

Chappell community celebrates new airport runway, lighting

Community spirit shines at Battle Creek's Marketplace in the Park

Four tornadoes touched down Thursday in northeast Nebraska

Priced out in Lincoln: How the capital city became the state’s hardest place to afford a home

Sports

"First time in 12 years": Holgorsen praises fast-learning offense

Pro Athletes Highlight Husker Summer Grads

'I love Marsh': New Huskers defensive coordinator Rob Aurich reunites with Andrew Marshall

Huskers open the season No. 1 in AVCA Preseason Poll

'High Expectations': Coach Bent excited for return to Beatrice

Orangemen Baseball names former Husker Andy Bent new head coach

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