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Moss leads Lincoln East to Class A golf title in Kearney
Moss leads Lincoln East to Class A golf title in Kearney

A new boys golf state champion is crowned, and it all came down to the wire at the NSAA Class A State Championship in Kearney.

Kearney hosts Nebraska’s best as Class A Boys Golf Championship tees off

Kearney hosts Nebraska’s best as Class A Boys Golf Championship tees off

The top golfers from across Nebraska are competing in Kearney this week to determine who’s the best in Class A.

Community members unite to address future of youth in Central Nebraska

Community members unite to address future of youth in Central Nebraska

Community members across Central Nebraska came together Wednesday for a united conversation about the needs and future opportunities for youth in the surrounding areas.

Animal shelter seeks help after rescuing 18 dogs from hoarding house

Animal shelter seeks help after rescuing 18 dogs from hoarding house

An animal shelter in Central Nebraska is looking for help after more than a dozen sickly dogs were brought into its facility following an eviction.

56th St. and Antelope Ave. in Kearney closed on May 31 for utility work

56th St. and Antelope Ave. in Kearney closed on May 31 for utility work

Nebraska Public Power District will be conducting power line repairs on the east side of Kearney that will require several miles on 56th Street and Antelope Avenue to be closed on Saturday, May 31.

Sounds of Summer: Grand Island Parks Department Announces 2025 Concert Series

Sounds of Summer: Grand Island Parks Department Announces 2025 Concert Series

The Grand Island Parks & Recreation Department is pleased to announce its 2025 Summer Concert Series, bringing live music to the community on Thursday evenings throughout the summer. 

CHI Health St. Francis once again earns Magnet Recognition with Distinction

CHI Health St. Francis once again earns Magnet Recognition with Distinction

CHI Health St. Francis in Grand Island has been selected to receive a prestigious award for the second time.

Hastings City Council to vote on request to expand CDBG Downtown Revitalization project boundaries

Hastings City Council to vote on request to expand CDBG Downtown Revitalization project boundaries

The city of Hastings is looking to increase the area downtown currently receiving funds from Nebraska Department of Economic Development block grants. 

‘We can make a difference’: In life and death, Nebraska family’s story finds hope in tragedy

‘We can make a difference’: In life and death, Nebraska family’s story finds hope in tragedy

For more than a decade, she funneled hope, fear and frustration into thousands of Facebook posts on the ups and downs of her husband’s depression and how they were telling their story to help others.

Umpire shares thoughts on being targeted, learning, growing

Umpire shares thoughts on being targeted, learning, growing

A central Nebraska umpire was thrown at during a 12U baseball game, and he hopes people can learn to have more patience with umpires in the future.

Hastings Aquacourt near full lifeguard strength ahead of 2025 opening weekend

Hastings Aquacourt near full lifeguard strength ahead of 2025 opening weekend

Weather permitting, the Hastings Aquacourt is set to open this weekend, and has all but two of its lifeguard positions filled. 

Hastings Sodbusters open season Friday with former player as new head coach

Hastings Sodbusters open season Friday with former player as new head coach

The Hastings Sodbusters baseball team begins its 51-game slate tonight at home with a former player leading the team this year. 

Nebraska's best snowplow drivers compete at 'Snow Roadeo' in Kearney

Nebraska's best snowplow drivers compete at 'Snow Roadeo' in Kearney

The state's top snowplow drivers are putting their skills to the test in a unique summer showdown.

Nebraska man facing new sex assault charges

Nebraska man facing new sex assault charges

Shane Fox is already serving time for a sexual assault conviction out of Keith County

New community splash pad opens in Kearney, honoring Rochelle Morris

New community splash pad opens in Kearney, honoring Rochelle Morris

Children in a Central Nebraskan town now have another way to beat the heat during the summer months after the opening of a new splash pad.

Cornhusker State Games torch tour kicks off in Grand Island

Cornhusker State Games torch tour kicks off in Grand Island

Local dignitaries and community members gathered this morning at Heartland Public Shooting Park to officially light the torch for the inaugural Cornhusker State Games Torch Tour.

Hastings hires Nebraska native as library director

Hastings hires Nebraska native as library director

The Hastings Public Library has made Kelly Reisig its new director.

Hastings receives $475,000 EPA grant to renovate old middle school building

Hastings receives $475,000 EPA grant to renovate old middle school building

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) awarded the City of Hastings $475,000 in Brownfield Assessment cleanup funds for the former Hastings Middle School site at 714 W. Fifth St. 

Nebraska GOP decides not to appeal verdict in defamatory GOP mailers case

Nebraska GOP decides not to appeal verdict in defamatory GOP mailers case

The Nebraska Republican Party has decided not to pursue any post-trial motions or appeals of a civil defamation case that awarded a former GOP legislative candidate $500,000 in damages.

Free business coaching comes to Kearney as part of statewide support program

Free business coaching comes to Kearney as part of statewide support program

Entrepreneurs in Central Nebraska are getting the opportunity to receive free business coaching this week as part of a statewide program.

Kearney High Softball elevates former assistants to interim co-coaches

Kearney High Softball elevates former assistants to interim co-coaches

Kearney High is turning to a pair of assistant coaches to lead its softball program in 2025.

Kearney joins statewide torch run to support special olympics athletes

Kearney joins statewide torch run to support special olympics athletes

Athletes, police and community members in Central Nebraska are coming together to support local athletes with disabilities.

Brianna Hoffman honors son Jack in UNK commencement speech

Brianna Hoffman honors son Jack in UNK commencement speech

Jack Hoffman captured the hearts of people across the nation during his battle with brain cancer, and on Friday he was posthumously honored with a degree at graduation day in celebration of his legacy.

UNMC congratulates nearly 1,000 graduates in commencement ceremonies

UNMC congratulates nearly 1,000 graduates in commencement ceremonies

Events were held in Omaha, Lincoln, Norfolk, Kearney and Scottsbluff

Harlan County’s North Shore Marina is making a splash with new facility upgrades

Harlan County’s North Shore Marina is making a splash with new facility upgrades

North Shore Marina at Harlan County Lake has undergone a major series of upgrades just in time for the summer rush.

Adams Central Baseball going for state championship or bust in Class C Tournament

Adams Central Baseball going for state championship or bust in Class C Tournament

The Adams Central Baseball team has high goals heading into the Class C State Tournament for the second straight year.

Nebraska horse sets Guinness World Record after being rescued from kill pen

Nebraska horse sets Guinness World Record after being rescued from kill pen

A once-unruly rescue horse has galloped his way into the record books thanks to a Western Nebraska horse trainer.

Hastings Baseball relying on 'grit' and 'fight' in first state appearance since 2021

Hastings Baseball relying on 'grit' and 'fight' in first state appearance since 2021

The Hastings High Baseball team is relying on their well-rounded team to make a splash at the Class B State Tournament as the underdog on paper.

Kearney school board and city council approve the addition of a fourth school resource officer

Kearney school board and city council approve the addition of a fourth school resource officer

A Central Nebraska school district is set to receive some additional support after the city approved a resolution which would add another resource officer to the district.

UNK to recognize Jack Hoffman with honorary degree, mother Brianna to speak at commencement

UNK to recognize Jack Hoffman with honorary degree, mother Brianna to speak at commencement

Jack will be recognized with an honorary degree during the commencement ceremony.

Kearney students drum up smiles at local retirement homes

Kearney students drum up smiles at local retirement homes

Elementary school students in Central Nebraska are using the power of music to connect with older generations.

University Minute: Highlighting UNK Chancellor Priority Candidate, Dr. Neal Schnoor

University Minute: Highlighting UNK Chancellor Priority Candidate, Dr. Neal Schnoor

LINCOLN, Neb. — In this week’s University Minute, University of Nebraska System President Dr. Jeff Gold explains why Dr. Neal Schnoor was selected as the priority candidate for chancellor at the University of Nebraska at Kearney.

UNK women's basketball hires new assistant coach

UNK women's basketball hires new assistant coach

Nebraska Kearney head women's basketball coach Drew Johnson has announced that K.C. Bassett is the Lopers new assistant coach.

Kearney airport conducting emergency drill Thursday

Kearney airport conducting emergency drill Thursday

Officials are informing residents that smoke and emergency vehicles around Kearney Regional Airport are part of a training exercise being conducted Thursday.

Hastings inks 25-year deal with NewCarbon to operate renewable natural gas converter in city landfill

Hastings inks 25-year deal with NewCarbon to operate renewable natural gas converter in city landfill

The city of Hastings has officially come to terms with a midwest-based carbon company to make renewable natural gas at its landfill for 25 years.

Longtime educator, former Sidney principal Mark Stute announces retirement

Longtime educator, former Sidney principal Mark Stute announces retirement

"Make it a great day… or not. The choice is yours": .After 34 years in education — including seven in Sidney — Meadowlark Elementary Principal Mark Stute is retiring.

Kearney honors law enforcement during annual police memorial event

Kearney honors law enforcement during annual police memorial event

A Central Nebraska city is recognizing National Police Week and Peace Officers Memorial Day during a ceremony that honors officers who sacrifice their safety in order to keep communities safe.

Kearney High’s 'Seussical' wins top honors in state showcase

Kearney High’s 'Seussical' wins top honors in state showcase

A school in Central Nebraska is taking home the state's top theater honor for its recent musical performance. 

Family of Johnson Lake victims: ‘Mental illness killed them — not Jeremy’

Family of Johnson Lake victims: ‘Mental illness killed them — not Jeremy’

The family of Bailey, Hudson, Asher and Jeremy Koch is speaking out after the weekend tragedy in Johnson Lake, calling it a failure of the nation’s mental health system and urging urgent change.

‘Mental illness is taking my husband from me’: Nebraska mother’s words echo in tragedy of murder-suicide

‘Mental illness is taking my husband from me’: Nebraska mother’s words echo in tragedy of murder-suicide

A Dawson County family of four was found dead in a suspected murder-suicide. Bailey Koch had publicly shared her husband's mental health struggles. The Nebraska State Patrol is leading the investigation.

Former UNK athletes launch new sports performance facility in Central Nebraska

Former UNK athletes launch new sports performance facility in Central Nebraska

Two former UNK college athletes have teamed up to open a first of its kind facility in Central Nebraska.

Stutzman steps down as Kearney softball coach

Stutzman steps down as Kearney softball coach

Kearney Public Schools is searching for a new head softball coach following a recent departure.

'Miles for Mik' participants run 24 miles in 24 hours to raise cancer awareness, college scholarship funds

'Miles for Mik' participants run 24 miles in 24 hours to raise cancer awareness, college scholarship funds

Hundreds, if not thousands of people are walking or running into the night this weekend to remember the legacy of a late Hastings College graduate.

Kearney High's 50th student-built house marks a milestone for construction program

Kearney High's 50th student-built house marks a milestone for construction program

A High School in Central Nebraska is unveiling a milestone project that highlights a unique school program that's been around for half a century.

One transported to hospital following Thursday crash in Kearney

One transported to hospital following Thursday crash in Kearney

One central Nebraska woman is transported by EMS following a three-car accident Thursday afternoon that left her trapped in her car with minor injuries

Chancellor candidate Schnoor engages UNK community during visit

Chancellor candidate Schnoor engages UNK community during visit

Students, faculty, staff and community members alike are all getting the opportunity to meet the priority chancellor candidate for a University in Central Nebraska.

Kearney elementary students roll into school for national bike day

Kearney elementary students roll into school for national bike day

A Central Nebraska elementary school is rolling into summer with a special celebration.

Hilgers, 15 state sheriffs send letter to state lawmakers opposing LB677

Hilgers, 15 state sheriffs send letter to state lawmakers opposing LB677

Nebraska's Attorney General is leading an effort with state law enforcement to oppose a bill aiming to roll out medical marijuana regulation in Nebraska.

MONA and longtime Visit Kearney director Roger Jasnoch honored with Celebrate Tourism awards

MONA and longtime Visit Kearney director Roger Jasnoch honored with Celebrate Tourism awards

A longtime community leader in Kearney and newly-renovated museum picked up major tourism honors on Monday.

Sen. Fischer pushes for parts of USDA to relocate to Nebraska

Sen. Fischer pushes for parts of USDA to relocate to Nebraska

There are discussions happening in Washington D.C. about the potential relocation for parts of the United States Department of Agriculture, including parts of the Agricultural Research Service.

Head coach Victor Rojas wants to ‘Shock the World’ in new role with Hastings baseball

Head coach Victor Rojas wants to ‘Shock the World’ in new role with Hastings baseball

A new head coach in Central Nebraska has high expectations this coming season for his new team.

Haarberg ends spring practice with new position, perspective

Haarberg ends spring practice with new position, perspective

For just about any college football player, the end goal is to make it to the next level and that includes Kearney's own Heinrich Haarberg.

Fisher Fountain to turn on for season during Mother's Day weekend

Fisher Fountain to turn on for season during Mother's Day weekend

One of the more popular attractions in Hastings will be put into operation for the season this upcoming weekend. 

Brooke Envick selected to lead UNK College of Business and Technology

Brooke Envick selected to lead UNK College of Business and Technology

Following a national search, the University of Nebraska at Kearney has selected Brooke Envick as the next dean of the College of Business and Technology.

Former Kearney Chamber building demolished

Former Kearney Chamber building demolished

With the Kearney Area Chamber of Commerce secured in its new digs on the south side of town, the old building came crumbling down on Monday.

Crowds celebrate grand reopening of MONA in Central Nebraska

Crowds celebrate grand reopening of MONA in Central Nebraska

 Art enthusiasts will no longer have to wait to see the state's official art collection following the recent re-opening of a Central Nebraska museum.

Hastings College hires former MLB broadcaster as new baseball Head Coach

Hastings College hires former MLB broadcaster as new baseball Head Coach

The Hastings College Baseball team is turning to a former MLB broadcaster and collegiate coach to lead its program.

Car crashes into building on 2nd Avenue

Car crashes into building on 2nd Avenue

A car crashing into a building on 2nd Avenue in Kearney Sunday afternoon sends one to the hospital.

Ord hosts Huskers for first time as Nebraska sweeps SDSU in spring match

Ord hosts Huskers for first time as Nebraska sweeps SDSU in spring match

The Husker volleyball team brought its championship pedigree to small-town Nebraska Saturday, showcasing the connection between the program and its statewide fan base.

Kearney man convicted of stalking police chief sentenced to jail and unconventional probation

Kearney man convicted of stalking police chief sentenced to jail and unconventional probation

A Kearney man accused of threatening a police lieutenant and stalking the city’s police chief will be going back to jail.

Kearney shuts out rival Hastings 9-0 on Senior Day

Kearney shuts out rival Hastings 9-0 on Senior Day

The Kearney Bearcats used excellent starting pitcher and a quick start on offense to record their fourth straight win over their Tri-City rival on Friday. 

Hastings College to dedicate newly renovated Jack Osborne Track Complex, host GPAC Championships

Hastings College to dedicate newly renovated Jack Osborne Track Complex, host GPAC Championships

The Jack Osborne Track Complex is fully renovated and is ready to once again host outdoor track and field events. 

2025 Give Hastings Day raises over $900,000 for Adams County non-profits

2025 Give Hastings Day raises over $900,000 for Adams County non-profits

113 Adams County non-profits are receiving much needed funding from over 5,000 generous donors during Give Hastings Day. 

'Go Big Give' unites Grand Island for annual day of giving

'Go Big Give' unites Grand Island for annual day of giving

Over 100 local non-profits from several Central Nebraska cities are coming together to help strengthen their communities.

Kearney Chief of Police named state patrol superintendent

Kearney Chief of Police named state patrol superintendent

The city of Kearney is searching for a new Chief of Police, because Bryan Waugh was named the next superintendent of the Nebraska State Patrol.