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Fans invited to name Grand Island’s Diamond Baseball League team
Fans invited to name Grand Island’s Diamond Baseball League team

Fans can submit their ideas for the franchise’s official name by participating in the “Name The Team” contest at www.giparks.com/nametheteam.

Nebraska senators call for public briefing on proposed ICE facility in McCook

Nebraska senators call for public briefing on proposed ICE facility in McCook

Several Nebraska senators are requesting a public briefing to address the proposed conversion of the McCook Work Ethic Camp.

Kinkaider Brewing opens Monday in Kearney with new taproom at Younes Landing

Kinkaider Brewing opens Monday in Kearney with new taproom at Younes Landing

The Nebraska brewery is set to officially open Monday at Younes Landing, featuring a newly-designed space, signature beers and more.

Hastings College's Mural Day gathers 200+ high school artists for showcase competition

Hastings College's Mural Day gathers 200+ high school artists for showcase competition

Hastings College's annual Mural Day welcomed more than 200 students from 36 Nebraska high schools to showcase their drawing and painting skills while racing against a set time limit.

Albion woman wins Hometown Roots competition

Albion woman wins Hometown Roots competition

An Albion woman is being awarded $5,000 to donate to charity after winning a photo submission contest.

NRD leaders tackle funding shortfalls while honoring conservation work

NRD leaders tackle funding shortfalls while honoring conservation work

Over 400 natural resource leaders gathered in Kearney this week for the annual Nebraska Association of Resources Districts (NARD) Conference, held Sept. 29 - Oct. 1.

Hastings now eyeing City Hall building renovation completion in March 2026

Hastings now eyeing City Hall building renovation completion in March 2026

The Hastings City Hall building has now been undergoing renovations for an entire year, which are now expected to continue into the spring of 2026. 

Intoxicated driver crashes into power pole, leaves 1,100 Kearney customers without power

Intoxicated driver crashes into power pole, leaves 1,100 Kearney customers without power

Police say Monday night's power outage was cause by an intoxicated driver who struck a power pole.

KHAS Radio recognized on 85th anniversary

KHAS Radio recognized on 85th anniversary

Tuesday marks 85 years to the date of KHAS Radio's first day on the air in Hastings. 

Leaders gather in Kearney to tackle rural health challenges in Nebraska

Leaders gather in Kearney to tackle rural health challenges in Nebraska

Kearney hosted the Rural Engagement and Wellness Summit Monday, which saw health leaders collaborate on how to improve healthcare in Rural Nebraska.

Two Nebraska Liquor Commission members resign at governor’s request

Two Nebraska Liquor Commission members resign at governor’s request

The last two members of the Nebraska Liquor Control Commission who served with a former director who faces federal charges alleging public corruption are resigning at the governor’s request.

Hastings defense pitches second half shutout to top Beatrice

Hastings defense pitches second half shutout to top Beatrice

The Hastings Tigers made just enough plays on both sides of the ball to win a battle of the defenses against Beatrice on Friday night. 

Hastings hosting WWII aircraft flights and community cookout

Hastings hosting WWII aircraft flights and community cookout

Pilots with the Commemorative Air Force and Nebraska Antique Airplane Association are bringing a rare WWII plane to Hastings Saturday, offering flights and a community hamburger feed to support aircraft maintenance.

Food pantry shelves filled thanks to community generosity in Hastings

Food pantry shelves filled thanks to community generosity in Hastings

Even though Brandon J McDermott is enjoying his time back on solid earth, he says the station is already planning to bring the food drive back for a third year in 2026.

Greenlief National Guard training site unveils $18 million in new renovations, upgrades

Greenlief National Guard training site unveils $18 million in new renovations, upgrades

10 years of ongoing renovations are now officially complete at the Nebraska National Guard's primary training facility. 

Kearney man accused of assaulting, robbing girlfriend has more than 30 prior arrests

Kearney man accused of assaulting, robbing girlfriend has more than 30 prior arrests

A Kearney man is behind bars after police arrested him for allegedly assaulting and robbing his girlfriend.

Kearney hosts first annual Inspire Awards honoring local women leaders

Kearney hosts first annual Inspire Awards honoring local women leaders

Kearney hosted its first Inspire Awards, honoring women leaders across eight categories.

Gov. Pillen, local and state leaders recognize seven inaugural Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics in Nebraska

Gov. Pillen, local and state leaders recognize seven inaugural Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics in Nebraska

The state of Nebraska’s new Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic model is set to ensure anyone can access mental healthcare no matter their age, background or financial status.

Central Nebraska state senator announces reelection campaign

Central Nebraska state senator announces reelection campaign

A State Senator from Sumner will be running for re-election in the Nebraska Legislature. 

Barber out as Mary Lanning President/CEO, interim named

Barber out as Mary Lanning President/CEO, interim named

Mary Lanning Healthcare released a statement Wednesday morning saying Eric Barber is no longer the President and CEO of the hospital. 

Adams Central's Kowen Rader commits to Nebraska Baseball

Adams Central's Kowen Rader commits to Nebraska Baseball

Adams Central junior Kowen Rader announced on social media Tuesday evening his commitment to play baseball at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. 

Ricketts launches re-election campaign in Kearney, seeks first full Senate term

Ricketts launches re-election campaign in Kearney, seeks first full Senate term

Senator Ricketts kicked off his re-election campaign Tuesday in Kearney where he highlighted his tenure, outlined his priorities and took direct aim at his opponent.

UNK remains in Top 10 for value and regional public university by US News and World Report

UNK remains in Top 10 for value and regional public university by US News and World Report

The University of Nebraska at Kearney is once again in the top ten for rankings by U.S. News and World Report.

McDermott ascends Burlington Center rooftop to begin 2nd annual 'Heroes for Hunger' Food Drive

McDermott ascends Burlington Center rooftop to begin 2nd annual 'Heroes for Hunger' Food Drive

The Partyline morning show host climbed to the top of the Burlington Center Tuesday morning to begin the station's 2nd annual 'Heroes for Hunger' food drive. 

Sheriff's Office investigating animal welfare concerns in Chapman

Sheriff's Office investigating animal welfare concerns in Chapman

Merrick County deputies are investigating possible animal abuse in Chapman after a viral photo spread on social media.

Man killed in crash with semi south of North Platte

Man killed in crash with semi south of North Platte

A man has died following a crash Saturday morning south of North Platte.

Nebraska man accused of sexually assaulting multiple children faces new charges

Nebraska man accused of sexually assaulting multiple children faces new charges

A Nebraska man is in jail for sexually assaulting two children over the course of seven years, officials say.

Kearney secures new data center after city's deal with Sequitor Edge

Kearney secures new data center after city's deal with Sequitor Edge

Kearney has approved the sale of 16 acres of land which will bring a new data center.

Heartland United gives out $50K to 3 lucky donators

Heartland United gives out $50K to 3 lucky donators

Heartland United is giving out $50,000 in donations during the holiday season.

New rare mosquito virus detected in Adams County

New rare mosquito virus detected in Adams County

A new sample from the South Heartland District Health Department show some mosquitoes in Adams County are infected with an extremely rare virus. 

Pleasanton Public Schools breaks ground on $11 million expansion

Pleasanton Public Schools breaks ground on $11 million expansion

Pleasanton public schools broke ground Thursday on a new $11 million expansion.

Shelton Standoff: Man arrested after breaking into home

Shelton Standoff: Man arrested after breaking into home

A Shelton man has been arrested following a long standoff with Police Thursday.

Hastings father charged in infant son's death waives hearing, could head to trial

Hastings father charged in infant son's death waives hearing, could head to trial

A Hastings man accused of leaving his 5-month old son in a hot car is on track to head to trial after waiving a court hearing. 

Juvenile missing in Buffalo County

Juvenile missing in Buffalo County

The Buffalo County Sheriff’s Office is asking for help locating a missing teenager.

Chick-fil-A opens first location in Grand Island this Thursday

Chick-fil-A opens first location in Grand Island this Thursday

Chick-fil-A is set to open its first location in Grand Island this Thursday.

North Platte man on probation for role in illegal hunts

North Platte man on probation for role in illegal hunts

The final sentencing for an illegal mule deer hunt is issued almost 6 years later.

One dead, two injured in early-morning crash near Lexington

One dead, two injured in early-morning crash near Lexington

One person is dead and two others are injured after an early morning crash occurred near Lexington on Monday.

Thriving Children Conference brings together hundreds to tackle Nebraska’s child care crisis

Thriving Children Conference brings together hundreds to tackle Nebraska’s child care crisis

More than 450 early childhood advocates gathered in Kearney on Tuesday to discuss the issue of childcare in the state.

Two children killed in rural Adams County crash

Two children killed in rural Adams County crash

Authorities say two children did not survive a two-vehicle crash in rural Adams County on Monday afternoon.

Sparks fly, tensions nearly boil over before Hastings City Council approves city's fiscal year 2026 budget

Sparks fly, tensions nearly boil over before Hastings City Council approves city's fiscal year 2026 budget

Talks of Budget cuts got heated at Monday night's Hastings City Council meeting, with multiple council members flat out arguing and yelling at each other and city staff because of new proposed cuts that came as a surprise during the middle of the meeting.

Taste Kearney Restaurant Week serves a fresh take on local dining

Taste Kearney Restaurant Week serves a fresh take on local dining

It’s a great week to be a foodie in Central Nebraska, as Kearney kicks off a city-wide celebration of local flavor.

Aurora Co-op merges with Farmers Union out of Kearney

Aurora Co-op merges with Farmers Union out of Kearney

One of Nebraska's largest co-ops is expanding its footprint in Kearney.

Update: Two Kearney men killed in plane crash Northeast of Airport

Update: Two Kearney men killed in plane crash Northeast of Airport

More information is coming in about the fatal plane crash that happened in Kearney last month.

Kearney man dies in overnight house fire

Kearney man dies in overnight house fire

One person has died following an overnight house fire in Kearney.

Planned McCook immigrant detention center faces backlash and uncertainty

Planned McCook immigrant detention center faces backlash and uncertainty

Some Nebraska lawmakers and residents say the governor's plan to convert a prison into an immigration detention center has come with few details about the transition.

Colorado man extradited to Nebraska in I-80 fatal crash case

Colorado man extradited to Nebraska in I-80 fatal crash case

A Colorado man has been extradited to Central Nebraska and arrested in connection with a fatal car incident

‘He changed my life:’ Kearney community mourns death of Charlie Kirk during candlelight vigil

‘He changed my life:’ Kearney community mourns death of Charlie Kirk during candlelight vigil

Students and community members alike gathered at UNK Thursday for a vigil honoring Charlie Kirk.

What's in your water? Pivots may lose life span if heavy metals corrode, clog them

What's in your water? Pivots may lose life span if heavy metals corrode, clog them

Take a closer look at pivots and irrigation pipe the next time driving through farmland. The difference in colors of the equipment within a few miles of one another may be surprising.

Four legged officer is donated new protection gear

Four legged officer is donated new protection gear

One of the smallest officers in the Grand Island Police Department is sporting a protective vest from a non-profit.

Kearney Police officer injured in crash with Buffalo County Sheriff's Office

Kearney Police officer injured in crash with Buffalo County Sheriff's Office

A member of the Kearney police department was injured and briefly trapped Thursday after a crash occurred involving a fellow law enforcement officer.

High demand brings big momentum, bigger jets to The Central Nebraska Regional Airport

High demand brings big momentum, bigger jets to The Central Nebraska Regional Airport

The Central Nebraska Regional Airport is celebrating the arrival of larger jets that recently began flying to Dallas.

Hastings first responders, city officials remember 9/11 attacks with ceremony

Hastings first responders, city officials remember 9/11 attacks with ceremony

Hastings first responders, city officials, and members of the community gathered Thursday morning at New Hope Baptist Church to hold a ceremony remembering the day of Sept. 11, 2001.

Gov. Pillen outlines vision for Nebraska agriculture at Husker Harvest Days

Gov. Pillen outlines vision for Nebraska agriculture at Husker Harvest Days

At Husker Harvest Days, Governor Jim Pillen and Agriculture Director Sherry Vinton met directly with producers and young ag leaders to share the state’s vision for agriculture.

What's in your water? Heavy metals were found on scale in areas of central Nebraska

What's in your water? Heavy metals were found on scale in areas of central Nebraska

Discolored water can be a sign of contaminants, and until it's tested, there's no way of knowing for sure how it may affect the health of you, your family, pets, or livestock.

Main roads in Lexington will be affected by construction until summer 2026

Main roads in Lexington will be affected by construction until summer 2026

Lexington residents will have to use caution until next summer as almost 3 miles of road construction is starting this month.

Hastings City Council looking for further cuts to city budget after rejecting first proposal

Hastings City Council looking for further cuts to city budget after rejecting first proposal

A majority of the Hastings City Council wants to see further cuts made to the upcoming fiscal year budget after rejecting the first proposed budget Monday night. 

Grand Island Chick-fil-A to open in September

Grand Island Chick-fil-A to open in September

The newest Nebraska Chick-fil-A restaurant is set to begin operations in Central Nebraska late next week. 

Voters reject Buffalo County Law Enforcement Center proposal, approve Elm Creek sales tax

Voters reject Buffalo County Law Enforcement Center proposal, approve Elm Creek sales tax

Plans for a new $72 million law enforcement center in central Nebraska have been rejected by Buffalo County voters.

Kearney approves $141 million budget, tax levy increase

Kearney approves $141 million budget, tax levy increase

Kearney has approved a $141 million budget for 2025-26, raising the property tax levy to fund city growth and safety projects.

What's in your water? Quality can be a concern for some

What's in your water? Quality can be a concern for some

Water concerns in central Nebraska were brought to the attention of NCN, and we started exploring the quality across the state.

With a new entrepreneurship space and housing boom, Hastings aims for breakthrough growth

With a new entrepreneurship space and housing boom, Hastings aims for breakthrough growth

Depending on your point of view, the population of Hastings has been at worst, stagnant, and at best, consistent.

Kearney Public Schools approve 2025-26 budget, lowers tax levy

Kearney Public Schools approve 2025-26 budget, lowers tax levy

On Monday, KPS approved the total budget amount for the 2025-26 school in the amount of $59,697,179.00.

North Platte man charged with 16 counts of child pornography

North Platte man charged with 16 counts of child pornography

A North Platte man was charged with 16 counts of child pornography on Monday.

North Platte police arrest two after license plate reader flags stolen vehicle

North Platte police arrest two after license plate reader flags stolen vehicle

A man wanted for a parole violation in South Dakota was arrested in North Platte last week.

Kearney man accused of sexual assault and strangulation while on probation for similar crime

Kearney man accused of sexual assault and strangulation while on probation for similar crime

43-year-old Jason Gunderson has been arrested and charged with six offenses just weeks after a judge extended his probation for a similar crime he committed two years ago.