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Four athletes from Nebraska NAIA schools achieve AFCA All-America status
Four athletes from Nebraska NAIA schools achieve AFCA All-America status

Athletes from Concordia, Doane and Midland appeared on the AFCA's 2024 NAIA All-America teams, unveiled this week

Butler County Sheriff's Office looking for missing man

Butler County Sheriff's Office looking for missing man

The Butler County Sheriff's Office says they are looking for a missing, 30-year-old Butler County, man.

Nebraska Department of Economic Development Awards $8.3 million to several Nebraska communities

Nebraska Department of Economic Development Awards $8.3 million to several Nebraska communities

The Nebraska Department of Economic Development (DED) has awarded $8,308,100 in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds to 23 projects in 18 communities.

Decoding Nebraska's Ballot: Initiative 439 'No Abortion after 'fetal viability'

Decoding Nebraska's Ballot: Initiative 439 'No Abortion after 'fetal viability'

Initiative Measure '439' aims to strike down the state's current abortion ban after 12 weeks, and replace it to give women a right to abortion until fetal viability.

Decoding Nebraska's Ballot: Scholarships for private school students

Decoding Nebraska's Ballot: Scholarships for private school students

Should public funds be used to fund scholarships for private school students? In this election, a vote to retain Measure 435 would keep an existing scholarship proposal in place, while a repeal vote would eliminate it outright.

Decoding Nebraska's ballot: Guide to the medical marijuana measures

Decoding Nebraska's ballot: Guide to the medical marijuana measures

From abortion to paid sick leave and medical marijuana, Nebraska voters will decide several key issues when they head to the polls next week.

Columbus Fire Department approved for over $600,000 of new radio equipment

Columbus Fire Department approved for over $600,000 of new radio equipment

The Columbus Fire Department is getting some new and pretty expensive equipment.

Competitive Senate Race: Fischer and Osborn On Key Issues

Competitive Senate Race: Fischer and Osborn On Key Issues

The U.S. Senate race in Nebraska is drawing national attention, with outlets like CBS calling it "unexpectedly competitive." Independent Dan Osborn is trying to unseat two-term Republican Senator Deb Fischer, and recent polls suggest a close contest.

‘Quinceañeras every weekend’: Nebraska’s Latinos are increasingly native born – and eager to keep traditions alive

‘Quinceañeras every weekend’: Nebraska’s Latinos are increasingly native born – and eager to keep traditions alive

Once fueled by immigration, Nebraska’s growing Latino population is now overwhelmingly native born. And these younger Nebraskans are eager to hold onto their traditions—a fact evident by the network of quinceañera businesses flourishing across the state.

Columbus accident leaves one dead

Columbus accident leaves one dead

A two-vehicle accident resulted in the death of a 36-year-old woman Wednesday morning. 

Schuyler schools placed in secure mode

Schuyler schools placed in secure mode

Schuyler Community Schools notified the public that all schools are in Secure Mode as of 9:25 a.m., for the time being. 

Columbus authorities determine comments made at middle school 'non-credible'

Columbus authorities determine comments made at middle school 'non-credible'

Following an investigation of threats made at a middle school, the Columbus Police Department determined the comments were "non-credible" according to CPD Capt. Doug Molczyk.

Police investigating possible threat at middle school

Police investigating possible threat at middle school

Police in Columbus are investigating a possible threat made at a school. 

Merrick County Sheriff’s captain recovering after being seriously injured pursuing suspect

Merrick County Sheriff’s captain recovering after being seriously injured pursuing suspect

A Nebraska sheriff’s deputy recovering in a hospital after sustaining serious injuries while pursuing a suspect.

CCC sees gains in full-time students, slight dip in overall enrollment

CCC sees gains in full-time students, slight dip in overall enrollment

Student enrollment at Central Community College is seeing a slight dip overall but growth in the number of full-time students.

Columbus man killed in plane crash

Columbus man killed in plane crash

Authorities are investigating yet another fatal aircraft crash in northeast Nebraska. 

Format announced for candidate forum

Format announced for candidate forum

Schaardt, Hallstrom invited for Aug. 22 event

Local youths help mow lawns of residents in need

Local youths help mow lawns of residents in need

Daniel and Avalynn Carey mowed 50 yards for veterans, disabled, and the elderly all with the goal of helping those in need.

Glur’s Tavern History: Todd Trofholz tells the tale of Nebraska's oldest tavern

Glur’s Tavern History: Todd Trofholz tells the tale of Nebraska's oldest tavern

Trofholz shows off the artifacts on the Columbus bar’s walls in his final days as owner.

Authorities investigating flatbed trailer theft in Platte County

Authorities investigating flatbed trailer theft in Platte County

The theft was caught on camera Jul. 27

Glur’s Tavern turns a new page: Trofholz sells historic Columbus bar after 32 years

Glur’s Tavern turns a new page: Trofholz sells historic Columbus bar after 32 years

Todd Trofholz and his wife Carrie have owned the oldest tavern west of the Missouri River since 1992.

Columbus Surgery Center introduces new digitally assisted surgery system

Columbus Surgery Center introduces new digitally assisted surgery system

New Ngenuity system enhances cataract surgeries.

Dangerous heat expected in central and eastern Nebraska Tuesday and Wednesday

Dangerous heat expected in central and eastern Nebraska Tuesday and Wednesday

100+ degree heat index temps are expected and likely in much of the central and eastern portion of the state Tuesday and Wednesday. 

Hotel incident involving knife leads to police making arrest

Hotel incident involving knife leads to police making arrest

A man is behind bars after an altercation with a knife in Platte County.

Nebraska DOT issues urgent alert after spike in deadly crashes

Nebraska DOT issues urgent alert after spike in deadly crashes

Nineteen people died in traffic crashes across Nebraska in June, according to data collected by the Nebraska Department of Transportation.

Escapee caught after foot pursuit on coal train

Escapee caught after foot pursuit on coal train

A man who had escaped from the Lincoln Regional Center is back in custody after an Independence Day chase straight out of an action movie. 

Man sentenced to 85 years in prison for murdering 77- year-old Columbus man

Man sentenced to 85 years in prison for murdering 77- year-old Columbus man

A man will spend 85 years in prison for the killing of an elderly man.

Falls City hospital vigilant against lung cancer

Falls City hospital vigilant against lung cancer

Community Medical Center collaborates with Health Care Quality Improvement Platform

Czech history and heritage celebrated at festival

Czech history and heritage celebrated at festival

According to a 2022 report by the U.S. Census Bureau, Nebraska has one of the highest Czech populations in the country and Clarkson is gearing up for the celebration of their heritage.

Tournament highlights mental health, honors teen's memory

Tournament highlights mental health, honors teen's memory

Lean On Foundation hosted its annual volleyball and cornhole tournament on Saturday, aiming to help raise awareness about mental health.

Fishing tournament helps kids get to know officers

Fishing tournament helps kids get to know officers

Despite adverse weather conditions, the annual Boone County Cops and Bobbers tournament successfully brought together children and police officers for a day of fishing and community building.

NWS reports severe weather for Friday evening

NWS reports severe weather for Friday evening

The National Weather Service has reported there will be severe weather this evening. 

Public Service Commission awards $31 million for broadband expansion

Public Service Commission awards $31 million for broadband expansion

Thousands of homes and buildings in rural Nebraska will soon get access to broadband internet thanks to new grants.

Two deputies hurt after partygoers flee AirBnB in Nance County

Two deputies hurt after partygoers flee AirBnB in Nance County

Deputies found over 100 people and 20 vehicles on the rental property late Friday night.

Leigh completes fundraising challenge, endowment set up for community

Leigh completes fundraising challenge, endowment set up for community

Less than a year and a half after being challenged to match a $250,000 pledge from former community members, the village has surpassed expectations, raising over $800,000 for an endowment.

Officer-involved shooting case will head to grand jury

Officer-involved shooting case will head to grand jury

Grand jury to be held for Columbus officer-involved shooting that happened earlier this year.

Citizens give input on future of Memorial Stadium, potential upgrades

Citizens give input on future of Memorial Stadium, potential upgrades

As part of a plan to improve Memorial Stadium, residents in Columbus provided input on what they want to see upgraded more than 70 year old stadium.

Nebraska Governor confident special session will yield comprehensive tax reform

Nebraska Governor confident special session will yield comprehensive tax reform

Governor Jim Pillen to call special session sometime between mid-July and the start of the new school year

Jackson Services celebrates 100 years, 5 generations in family business

Jackson Services celebrates 100 years, 5 generations in family business

Many things have changed in Columbus over the course of 100 years but one family-owned business has remained a staple in its community.

90+ mph winds hit Columbus uprooting, snapping trees

90+ mph winds hit Columbus uprooting, snapping trees

With the state’s recent batch of thunderstorms, trees were uprooted and snapped with over 90 mph winds.

Harrah's in Columbus opens its doors to public

Harrah's in Columbus opens its doors to public

 Harrah's Columbus, NE Racing and Casino welcomed in guests for the first time Friday for Caesars Entertainment's first property in Nebraska.

State Treasurer Briese encourages Nebraskans to consider 'NEST 529' college savings plans

State Treasurer Briese encourages Nebraskans to consider 'NEST 529' college savings plans

The Nebraska State Treasurer's Office is encouraging Nebraskans to consider 'NEST 529' savings plans to help you pay for post-secondary education.

Central Community College esports team wins national title

Central Community College esports team wins national title

In just its second year as a program, the Raiders esports team is bringing home a championship title. 

Investigation launched after man hit by semi south of Columbus

Investigation launched after man hit by semi south of Columbus

Platte County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after a man was struck by a semi on the south edge of Columbus on Friday morning.

Authorities recover vehicle from August drowning near Columbus

Authorities recover vehicle from August drowning near Columbus

On Wednesday, Platte County Sheriff’s Office conducted a search and recovery a vehicle from an August drowning.

Likelihood of special session grows, as tax policy package stalls

Likelihood of special session grows, as tax policy package stalls

Supporters and opponents of the bill voice their positions on the final day of the 60-day session

Tornado warning issued for Platte, Madison Counties

Tornado warning issued for Platte, Madison Counties

A tornado warning has been issued for Platte County and Madison Counties.

Big hail a potential threat, to begin the week

Big hail a potential threat, to begin the week

Strong thunderstorms packing large hail could affect southeast, south-central, eastern and central Nebraska

Update: EMA canceled, missing teen found safe

Update: EMA canceled, missing teen found safe

The Nebraska State Patrol says the missing girl was found safe. The EMA is canceled.

One dead following shooting in Schuyler late Sunday night

One dead following shooting in Schuyler late Sunday night

Schuyler Police have confirmed that one person is dead following a shooting that took place in Schuyler late Sunday night. 

Teen found dead at hog unit in Saint Edward

Teen found dead at hog unit in Saint Edward

A teen was reportedly found dead at a hog unit in Saint Edward.

Albion lights up blue in support of colorectal cancer patients

Albion lights up blue in support of colorectal cancer patients

Blue is the color used to promote colorectal cancer awareness. 

Debate to resume Tuesday, on Revenue Committee tax policy package

Debate to resume Tuesday, on Revenue Committee tax policy package

Package carries a hike in the state sales tax that is drawing opposition

Governor honors Nebraska Vietnam War veterans

Governor honors Nebraska Vietnam War veterans

Warner Chamber ceremony held on Vietnam War Veterans Day

Preferred candidate for University of Nebraska Presidency, keeps focus on his current job

Preferred candidate for University of Nebraska Presidency, keeps focus on his current job

Dr. Jeffrey Gold was the guest speaker at the Beatrice Mayor's Prayer Breakfast.

Lindsay breaks ground on $50 million facility

Lindsay breaks ground on $50 million facility

The $50 million facility will house equipment, implement Industry 4.0 technologies like robotics and analytics, and increase the workload for the facility.

Kearney Public Schools picks Boone Central superintendent as new Director of Student Services and Safety

Kearney Public Schools picks Boone Central superintendent as new Director of Student Services and Safety

A Central Nebraska school district is choosing an area superintendent to fill a vacant administrative role.

Informational Hearings Scheduled for Final Project in Nebraska Expressway System

Informational Hearings Scheduled for Final Project in Nebraska Expressway System

A highway expansion, which is part of the Nebraska Expressway System that was initiated almost forty years ago, could soon come to fruition.

Pawnee Park East shelters, slides vandalized

Pawnee Park East shelters, slides vandalized

Columbus Parks and Recreation says their park suffered vandalism in the form of graffiti on slides and shelters in Pawnee Park East.

Columbus Area Children's Museum opens its doors to the public

Columbus Area Children's Museum opens its doors to the public

After beginning plans in 2020, the Columbus Children’s Museum opened its doors to an audience they hope to see throughout the upcoming months and years…over 100 children from the community.

Rep. Flood announces law enforcement recruiting effort: 'Nebraska Backs the Blue'

Rep. Flood announces law enforcement recruiting effort: 'Nebraska Backs the Blue'

LINCOLN, NEB. — A state congressman is touting Nebraska as the best place in the country for law enforcement officers to live, and he's putting together a recruitment plan in the hopes of filling the state's current shortage. 

NSP releases additional information on officer-involved shooting in Columbus

NSP releases additional information on officer-involved shooting in Columbus

Authorities have released additional information on an officer-involved shooting that happened at the beginning of the week in Columbus. 

NSP investigating Columbus Police Department officer-involved shooting

NSP investigating Columbus Police Department officer-involved shooting

The Nebraska State Patrol Special Investigations Team is investigating a Columbus Police Department officer-involved shooting that occurred Tuesday afternoon.

Columbus Community Hospital hosts ag safety conference

Columbus Community Hospital hosts ag safety conference

Safety is of the utmost importance in the agricultural world and Columbus Community Hospital aimed to assist farmers at their first safety conference on Tuesday.

Pillen, University officials announce new scholarship for high achieving Nebraska high school students

Pillen, University officials announce new scholarship for high achieving Nebraska high school students

The University of Nebraska is making aggressive efforts in keeping the best and brightest of the future generation in the Cornhusker state when they pursue higher education.