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Rural catholic parishes to consolidate in Platte County, address teacher, priest shortages
Rural catholic parishes to consolidate in Platte County, address teacher, priest shortages

The consolidation between Humphrey St. Francis and Lindsay Holy Family is planned to take place for the 2025-2026 school year.

Rhule announces major injury news, looks into QB position

Rhule announces major injury news, looks into QB position

Matt Rhule confirmed that running backs Gabe Ervin Jr and Rahmir Johnson and defensive back Dwight Bootle are out for the year.

HIGHLIGHTS: Haarberg shines, Huskers dominate in first win of year

HIGHLIGHTS: Haarberg shines, Huskers dominate in first win of year

Nebraska picked up their first win of the year on Saturday night, topping Northern Illinois 35-11. 

Long time Aquinas head coach to be honored, doesn’t see coaching career ending

Long time Aquinas head coach to be honored, doesn’t see coaching career ending

Aquinas Catholic head coach Ron Mimick will be honored at Saturday's game for his induction into the Nebraska High School Sports Hall of Fame.

Schuyler man to serve up to 10 years in prison for sex offenses

Schuyler man to serve up to 10 years in prison for sex offenses

A 24-year-old Schuyler man has been sentenced to prison for sexual assault and other charges. 

Stan: The Pet of the Week

Stan: The Pet of the Week

If you're interested in making Stan a part of your family, you can contact the Paws & Claws Adoption Center at 402-562-5683.

'They're a solid team': Huskers not overlooking Northern Illinois

'They're a solid team': Huskers not overlooking Northern Illinois

Northern Illinois has a history of beating power five opponents, such as the Huskers in 2017 and Boston College just two weeks ago. 

House of Colour helps people find their perfect style season

House of Colour helps people find their perfect style season

One store in northeast Nebraska is helping customers find their perfect style season based in the perfect colors.

Husker offense backs Sims at QB, defense looking for more turnovers

Husker offense backs Sims at QB, defense looking for more turnovers

As Nebraska heads into their home opener this weekend with Northern Illinois, the offense and defense continue to trend in different directions. 

Final four announced in Nebraska competition

Final four announced in Nebraska competition

The “Coolest Thing Made in Nebraska” competition announced their final four contestants.

Rhule talks quarterback position, looks ahead to NIU, responds to CU criticism

Rhule talks quarterback position, looks ahead to NIU, responds to CU criticism

Nebraska is turning the page on the 36-14 loss to Colorado and beginning to look ahead to this weekend's home opener with Northern Illinois at Memorial Stadium.

Pillen’s Water: High nitrate detected on hog farms owned by Nebraska’s governor

Pillen’s Water: High nitrate detected on hog farms owned by Nebraska’s governor

Monitoring wells at 16 Pillen family-tied operations have tested for nitrate levels far above legal drinking water limit. One was so high, an expert said, 'it should be a 911.'

Another smoke advisory issued for eastern Nebraska

Another smoke advisory issued for eastern Nebraska

Smoke from the Canadian wildfires continues to affect much of eastern Nebraska.

Columbus gains creative arts district certification, looks to add to downtown art

Columbus gains creative arts district certification, looks to add to downtown art

After being recognized as a creative arts district, Columbus received a $250,000 grant to promote arts in the city.

Columbus Public Schools suspends teacher over social media comments

Columbus Public Schools suspends teacher over social media comments

A Nebraska school district has suspended a teacher over a post that's been circulating social media. 

‘It’s just football’: Huskers prep for Deion Sanders, CU hype train

‘It’s just football’: Huskers prep for Deion Sanders, CU hype train

One of they keys for Matt Rhule and the Huskers this week: focusing on playing football, not the hype. 

Nebraska contest narrows down to eight competitors

Nebraska contest narrows down to eight competitors

The “Coolest Thing Made in Nebraska” contest has moved to the final eight competitors.

Rhule recaps Minnesota loss, looks ahead to Colorado

Rhule recaps Minnesota loss, looks ahead to Colorado

Nebraska is preparing for what's become a much more intriguing game with Deion Sanders and Colorado. 

Volleyball Day In Nebraska: The fan perspective

Volleyball Day In Nebraska: The fan perspective

Ask any Nebraskan to describe Husker sports in one word and you could get any number of adjectives in return. Volleyball Day In Nebraska was no different.

Columbus man arrested after incident at Ag Park

Columbus man arrested after incident at Ag Park

The Platte County Sheriff's Office said along with being dispatched for a structure fire, they were also called for physical violence threats made at Ag Park employees.

RECAP: A look back on Volleyball Day in Nebraska

RECAP: A look back on Volleyball Day in Nebraska

Jake Bartecki and Michael Shively break down Volleyball Day in Nebraska. 

‘It’s incredible’: Huskers break world record, top UNO in three sets

‘It’s incredible’: Huskers break world record, top UNO in three sets

It was a spectacle unlike any other and a record breaking night.

Ag Park barn total loss after Wednesday morning fire

Ag Park barn total loss after Wednesday morning fire

The Columbus Fire Department said there was a barn fire at Ag Park on Wednesday morning. 

Eastern, central Nebraska issued another air quality alert

Eastern, central Nebraska issued another air quality alert

An air quality alert was issued for eastern and central Nebraska by the Department of Health and Human Services.

Columbus discusses possibility of new viaduct

Columbus discusses possibility of new viaduct

On Tuesday evening, the city of Columbus held a meeting in the council chamber to discuss the location of a potential new viaduct in the community.

Frog season underway across Nebraska

Frog season underway across Nebraska

As the seasons shift into the late summer and early fall, one of Nebraska’s most unique outdoor activities is upon us - it’s the pursuit of bullfrogs.

16 contestants announced in Nebraska competition

16 contestants announced in Nebraska competition

The second annual "Coolest Thing Made in Nebraska” competition announced the 16 contestants from across the state.

Flood: Affordable housing a top priority in Nebraska's 1st Congressional District

Flood: Affordable housing a top priority in Nebraska's 1st Congressional District

LINCOLN, Neb. — Community leaders across Nebraska's 1st Congressional District are calling for more quality housing options, according to their Congressman.

Mountain lion spotted near Fullerton

Mountain lion spotted near Fullerton

A mountain lion was reportedly seen near Fullerton.

Nebraska State Horseshoe Tournament brings Nebraskans together in Columbus

Nebraska State Horseshoe Tournament brings Nebraskans together in Columbus

From Scottsbluff to Omaha, dozens of Nebraskans gathered for the State Horseshoe Tournament in Columbus over the weekend.

New Columbus library sees more visitors after major upgrades at facility

New Columbus library sees more visitors after major upgrades at facility

After moving into the building in July, officials with the Columbus Public Library have seen an uptick in traffic through the building.

Firefighters battle hay bale fire in Platte County

Firefighters battle hay bale fire in Platte County

Authorities in Platte County were called Friday morning in response to a rural fire.

Rhule talks Minnesota, says confidence in team is high

Rhule talks Minnesota, says confidence in team is high

Nebraska kicks off the Rhule era next Thursday against Minnesota on August 31 and Matt Rhule believes his team is ready for the challenge. 

Flood visits Columbus for two celebrations

Flood visits Columbus for two celebrations

A community in Platte County welcomed their first congressional district representative to celebrate their sales pavilion, as well as show him their new community facility. 

Bauer's four touchdown performance surges Norfolk past Columbus

Bauer's four touchdown performance surges Norfolk past Columbus

The battle for the Maroon Cup always has the cities of Norfolk and Columbus on edge and for the second straight season, the Panthers reclaim the bragging rights after a 28-14 victory over the Discoverers.

Man arrested in Columbus for reportedly making threats with firearms

Man arrested in Columbus for reportedly making threats with firearms

Columbus Police arrested a man after he reportedly made threats with firearms.

Fullerton man facing child porn charges

Fullerton man facing child porn charges

A Fullerton man is facing child porn charges after Google flagged a user to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children.

Huskers talk battling heat, new facilities at Tuesday media session

Huskers talk battling heat, new facilities at Tuesday media session

A couple of themes at Tuesday's Husker media session were the team getting their first look at their new locker room and facilities, as well as battling the heat just nine days from their season opener in Minnesota. 

New Scooter's location opens in Columbus

New Scooter's location opens in Columbus

Scooter's Coffee was started in 1998 in Bellevue and has expanded across Nebraska as well as other states. Just last weekend a new location opened in Columbus. 

Boutique29eleven aids Oncology Nurse Navigation Program through fundraiser

Boutique29eleven aids Oncology Nurse Navigation Program through fundraiser

Boutiques; a specialized type of retail for a niche market with specialized products and more personal customer service. But who would have thought you would find one at a hospital? 

Columbus Fire Department celebrates 150 years in service

Columbus Fire Department celebrates 150 years in service

Columbus Fire reached a milestone over the weekend and invited the community out to see the fire house and the history within the building.

Eastern Nebraska receives smoke advisory

Eastern Nebraska receives smoke advisory

A smoke advisory has been issued for various areas in eastern Nebraska.

Humphrey bond measure fails

Humphrey bond measure fails

An effort to fund the construction of a new school in northeast Nebraska has failed.

Men's restroom in Columbus vandalized

Men's restroom in Columbus vandalized

Columbus city officials said that the men's restroom at Glur Park was found vandalized mid-morning on Wednesday morning. 

PCSO investigates grain bin incident that killed Humphrey man

PCSO investigates grain bin incident that killed Humphrey man

Authorities said they found an 81-year-old man dead in a grain bin near Lindsay on Tuesday. 

Body found in canal that dumps into Platte River

Body found in canal that dumps into Platte River

Authorities in  Platte County said they are investigating a possible drowning where a person's body was found in the Platte River. 

Albion woman with cancer wants to put rubber ducks in multiple states to raise awareness

Albion woman with cancer wants to put rubber ducks in multiple states to raise awareness

Ashley Pedro, a woman from Albion, was diagnosed with colorectal cancer at a young age. Pedro decided to use rubber ducks for advocacy.

Tarnov commemorates 80th anniversary of bombing, fall festival

Tarnov commemorates 80th anniversary of bombing, fall festival

The Village of Tarnov held their Fall Festival on Sunday, as well as the 80th Anniversary of the Tarnov bombing.

Village of Lindsay Pond will have fish salvage ahead of rehab project

Village of Lindsay Pond will have fish salvage ahead of rehab project

In preparation for a pond rehabilitation project, the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission has authorized a fish salvage for the Village of Lindsay Pond from Aug. 10 to Oct. 31.

Columbus hospital employee receives award

Columbus hospital employee receives award

An employee at the Columbus Community Hospital received an award on Wednesday.

Platte County Sheriff's Office to partake in 'Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over' campaign

Platte County Sheriff's Office to partake in 'Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over' campaign

The Platte County Sheriff's Office announced on Tuesday they will have more deputies patrolling in the coming weeks. 

Tuesday Sidney City Council meeting moved to Sidney High School

Tuesday Sidney City Council meeting moved to Sidney High School

The Sidney City Council meeting August 8 will be held at the Sidney High School auditorium. The agenda has two primary issues: a presentation by Sidney E3, and a public hearing regarding the proposed sale of 812 Illinois St.

Tornado watch issued for majority of northeast Nebraska

Tornado watch issued for majority of northeast Nebraska

Another round of severe weather could hit the northeast part of Nebraska as many counties are in a tornado watch.

Lindsay Corporation acquires FieldWise

Lindsay Corporation acquires FieldWise

A business in Lindsay recently acquired FieldWise, an agricultural technology business.

Mail fraud lands Columbus man in prison for five months

Mail fraud lands Columbus man in prison for five months

Five months in prison was given to a Columbus man following his mail fraud conviction.

Sen. Deb Fischer talks broadband, projects, state of republican party

Sen. Deb Fischer talks broadband, projects, state of republican party

Fischer stopped by the Beatrice office of News Channel Nebraska to discuss broadband, several projects in the works around the state, and the state of the republican party heading into another presidential primary.

15 baby turkeys saved from Columbus fire

15 baby turkeys saved from Columbus fire

Fifteen baby turkeys were saved from a fire in Columbus on Wednesday.

77-year-old pedestrian hospitalized after colliding with semi trailer in Schuyler

77-year-old pedestrian hospitalized after colliding with semi trailer in Schuyler

An eastern Nebraska pedestrian is expected to live after colliding with a semi trailer Wednesday afternoon.

Two injured in accident with state trooper near Fremont

Two injured in accident with state trooper near Fremont

A crash involving a state trooper near Fremont resulted in two people going to the hospital.

Young Chiefs fan from Columbus receives a big surprise

Young Chiefs fan from Columbus receives a big surprise

Columbus' Cade Nichols never knew where the smallest of actions could take him. Sometimes all it takes is the smallest interaction. 

Fish dying in rivers near Columbus, downstream due to hot temperatures

Fish dying in rivers near Columbus, downstream due to hot temperatures

Multiple species of fish have died-off in rivers near Columbus. 

Authorities arrest two Polk County residents after seizing over 800 grams of meth

Authorities arrest two Polk County residents after seizing over 800 grams of meth

Authorities said they arrested two people in Polk County for drug related charges on Thursday. 

Brainard man sentenced on federal child porn conviction

Brainard man sentenced on federal child porn conviction

A 57-year-old Butler County man was sentenced to prison on a child pornography charge on Thursday.

Hearing set for Schuyler man following Saturday shooting incident

Hearing set for Schuyler man following Saturday shooting incident

A Schuyler man will have a court hearing in August for three felony charges. 

No children’s remains found in Nebraska dig near former Native American boarding school

No children’s remains found in Nebraska dig near former Native American boarding school

An archeological dig for a lost children’s cemetery near the Nebraska site of a former Native American boarding school has ended after two weeks — and no remains were found.