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Crete announces Project Rise campaign to construct on-campus athletic facilities
Crete announces Project Rise campaign to construct on-campus athletic facilities

Crete Public Schools' Project Rise campaign, which officially kicks off next week, will construct a multi-purpose facility that will allow the school to host more Cardinals athletics events on their own campus.

Gage County upgrading structure for reappraisal

Gage County upgrading structure for reappraisal

County has begun working on assessment with the technology division of the Nebraska Association of County Officials

May 1 is last call for tickets to 2025 Cattlemen's Ball in Blue Springs

May 1 is last call for tickets to 2025 Cattlemen's Ball in Blue Springs

If you haven't yet purchased tickets for this year's installment of Nebraska's annual Cattlemen's Ball, consider this your final warning: ticket sales for this year's event, hosted near Blue Springs in June, close on May 1. 

Potter-Dix Early Learning Facility to host summer camp

Potter-Dix Early Learning Facility to host summer camp

The Potter-Dix Early Learning Facility (PD-ELF) is hosting its summer camp starting May 19 for kids ages Pre-K – third grade. 

Gov. Pillen extends burn ban to May 10 for most of Nebraska

Gov. Pillen extends burn ban to May 10 for most of Nebraska

Gov. Jim Pillen is keeping the central and western part of the state in a burn ban, largely due to consistent dry conditions. 

Old Mill likely returning to Valentine

Old Mill likely returning to Valentine

A new business could soon open in the former Old Mill building in Valentine.

Diverse group of comedians to be featured at Great American Comedy Festival theatre show

Diverse group of comedians to be featured at Great American Comedy Festival theatre show

NORFOLK - The 2025 Great American Comedy Festival will once again feature a diverse lineup of up-and-coming, national comedians that would make man the festival honors proud. Five fantastic comedians will grace the Johnny Carson Theatre stage on Friday, J

Four people injured in two-vehicle crash at Scottsbluff intersection

Four people injured in two-vehicle crash at Scottsbluff intersection

Four injured in Monday night crash at Avenue B and South Beltline in Scottsbluff. One driver cited.

Nebraska State Patrol Sees 36% Increase in Applications, Applications Open Until Friday

Nebraska State Patrol Sees 36% Increase in Applications, Applications Open Until Friday

The window is open again to join the Nebraska State Patrol in 2025.

Three arrested after overnight pursuit in stolen pickup on I-80 in Cheyenne County

Three arrested after overnight pursuit in stolen pickup on I-80 in Cheyenne County

Two South Dakota men are in custody after a high-speed pursuit with a stolen pickup, stolen firearms and a rollover crash in Cheyenne County early Tuesday.

Fast-casual restaurant opening in Valentine

Fast-casual restaurant opening in Valentine

Fast-casual is one of the fastest-growing restaurant concepts in the industry. According to research from Technomic, fast-casual sales in 2023 grew by more than 11 percent, followed by fast-food at eight percent and family dining at six percent.

High school students explore potential career paths through Nebraska Extension’s Connecting the Dots simulation

High school students explore potential career paths through Nebraska Extension’s Connecting the Dots simulation

This week students from high schools across Southeast Nebraska got to learn more about potential careers they're interested in - and how to get there - thanks to a statewide program called Connecting the Dots.

Flood Communications named Business of the Year by Greater Omaha Chamber

Flood Communications named Business of the Year by Greater Omaha Chamber

Flood Communications has been named the 2025 Business of the Year by the Greater Omaha Chamber, recognizing the company as one of the city’s most outstanding businesses.

Students witness Nebraska Supreme Court in action during historic school visit

Students witness Nebraska Supreme Court in action during historic school visit

For the first time ever a Central Nebraska School has been transformed into a courtroom as part of a statewide civics education initiative.

Porcupine man sentenced to 12 years for shooting death of pregnant girlfriend

Porcupine man sentenced to 12 years for shooting death of pregnant girlfriend

A 20-year-old Porcupine, South Dakota man has been sentenced to 12 years in federal prison for the shooting death of his pregnant girlfriend.

Scottsbluff man charged with possession of child porn

Scottsbluff man charged with possession of child porn

Jason Vorse of Scottsbluff was indicted by a federal grand jury April 25 on charges of Possession of Child Pornography.

Why Red Foxes are becoming more prevalent in Lincoln and other urban areas

Why Red Foxes are becoming more prevalent in Lincoln and other urban areas

If you’ve noticed seeing more of one certain mammal in Lincoln or another urban area of Nebraska, you’re not alone.

Geopolitics provide tailwind for Elk Creek project

Geopolitics provide tailwind for Elk Creek project

GreenMet says Nebraska project has become 'flagship' project from government perspective

Two escape from Kearney house fire by jumping from roof

Two escape from Kearney house fire by jumping from roof

Two people are safe after jumping from a roof to avoid a house fire.

Construction of new Beatrice landfill ahead of schedule

Construction of new Beatrice landfill ahead of schedule

Project has been benefitting from ideal weather conditions

Lightning sparks fire at McKelvie National Forest

Lightning sparks fire at McKelvie National Forest

The Civil Air Patrol is monitoring for hot spots after lightning sparked a fire at Samuel R. McKelvie National Forest earlier this week.

Hastings City Council approves ordinance to add 'In God We Trust' signs to several public spaces

Hastings City Council approves ordinance to add 'In God We Trust' signs to several public spaces

The city of Hastings may start displaying the country's national motto in public places following a vote from the city council.

Beatrice Invite titles go to Lincoln Southeast, Pius the Tenth

Beatrice Invite titles go to Lincoln Southeast, Pius the Tenth

Gusty winds greet competitors in Classes A and B

Lisa Blair promoted to WNCC Vice President of Academic Affairs

Lisa Blair promoted to WNCC Vice President of Academic Affairs

Western Nebraska Community College is pleased to announce that Dr. Lisa Blair has been promoted to the Vice President of Academic Affairs.

Massive tornado destroys Ashby home, flattens buildings, kills livestock

Massive tornado destroys Ashby home, flattens buildings, kills livestock

An exceptionally wide tornado tore through Nebraska’s Sandhills Sunday night, leaving behind a trail of destruction.

Faith Regional gala raises over $200k to transform ENT care

Faith Regional gala raises over $200k to transform ENT care

Norfolk patients facing ear, nose, and throat issues are set to benefit from a major fundraising success, as the Faith Regional Health Services Foundation Gala raised funds to acquire advanced surgical equipment.

New interim superintendent coming to Norfolk schools

New interim superintendent coming to Norfolk schools

The Norfolk School Board names Bill McAllister as their new interim superintendent

Arbor Day celebration crowds Shelter House

Arbor Day celebration crowds Shelter House

The community packed the Shelter House in Legion Park Saturday for Sidney's Arbor Day program and tree giveaway. About 150 years ago, residents and pioneers of Nebraska began taking the lack of trees seriously. 

Man in custody after domestic assault hospitalizes woman

Man in custody after domestic assault hospitalizes woman

A woman is recovering from serious injuries that she suffered during a weekend domestic assault at a Central Nebraska RV Park.

The EPA is allowing the sale of cheaper, higher-ethanol E15 gasoline across the US this summer

The EPA is allowing the sale of cheaper, higher-ethanol E15 gasoline across the US this summer

Consumers across the U.S. still will be able to buy higher-ethanol blend E15 gasoline this summer, the Environmental Protection Agency announced Monday.

National Historic Landmark sets Kregel Windmill Factory apart

National Historic Landmark sets Kregel Windmill Factory apart

Initially impressed with pristine historic factory, Baker came to see Kregels to represent American ingenuity

American Legion Post 17 announces scholarship recipients

American Legion Post 17 announces scholarship recipients

The American Legion Post No, 17 of Sidney announces Ryan Dillehay and Katarina Jallen as the recipients of the 2025 American Legion Post No.17 scholarships.

Lincoln's Sandhills Global Youth Complex Holds Grand Opening

Lincoln's Sandhills Global Youth Complex Holds Grand Opening

LINCOLN, Neb. – The Sandhills Global Youth Complex held its official grand opening ceremony on Saturday, April 26 to great excitement and fanfare as members of the community came out to celebrate a project long in the making.

Central Nebraska organizations promoting awareness for Child Abuse Prevention month

Central Nebraska organizations promoting awareness for Child Abuse Prevention month

April is Child Abuse Prevention month, and two Central Nebraska organizations want the public to know about the free resources they offer for families or people in need of guidance.

DEA recognizes National Fentanyl Awareness Day on April 29

DEA recognizes National Fentanyl Awareness Day on April 29

The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration joins community organizations, law enforcement agencies and public health partners in recognizing National Fentanyl Awareness Day, Tuesday, April 29.

Division one college football referee, one of three BEF Hall of Fame inductees

Division one college football referee, one of three BEF Hall of Fame inductees

Kevin Mar, the late Gary Nickels and Dr. Mark Vrtiska are new Hall members

Severe storms bring tornadoes, train derailment to Nebraska panhandle

Severe storms bring tornadoes, train derailment to Nebraska panhandle

Multiple tornadoes, a train derailment and large hail were reported Sunday across the Nebraska Panhandle.

Demonstrating for Democracy

Demonstrating for Democracy

Groups across the U.S. have been protesting policies and actions of the new presidential administration

Library planning Norfolk's first-ever ComicCon

Library planning Norfolk's first-ever ComicCon

The week-long event is geared toward younger readers

Nebraska Sen. Pete Ricketts faces occasional jeers as he defends Trump's cuts

Nebraska Sen. Pete Ricketts faces occasional jeers as he defends Trump's cuts

Nebraska Sen. Pete Ricketts on Thursday repeatedly returned to his call for spending cuts amid grumbles from a central Nebraska audience during a public meeting that illustrated the tension between some voters in the country and Republicans.

Campgrounds and visitor centers at federal lakes are closing amid Trump's budget cuts

Campgrounds and visitor centers at federal lakes are closing amid Trump's budget cuts

Campgrounds, boat ramps and other facilities in at least 30 locations at federal lakes and reservoirs in six states will be closed or have their hours curtailed as of mid-May.

Alliance police seek help locating missing man

Alliance police seek help locating missing man

Alliance Police are asking for help locating a missing man last seen Friday afternoon at the Alliance Skate Park.

Jefferson County law enforcement teams with DEA for Drug Take Back Day in April

Jefferson County law enforcement teams with DEA for Drug Take Back Day in April

In partnership with a nationwide initiative from the DEA, the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office will serve as a local host for the National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 26, in Fairbury. 

16-Year-Old Arrested After Pursuit, Crash in West Omaha

16-Year-Old Arrested After Pursuit, Crash in West Omaha

Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol have arrested a 16-year-old girl after a pursuit and crash in west Omaha Friday evening.

Arbor Day honorees keen on Nebraska's welcome signs

Arbor Day honorees keen on Nebraska's welcome signs

Seedling found in garage becomes Arbor Day miracle

Rep. Flood announces more meteorologists and balloon launches coming to Nebraska

Rep. Flood announces more meteorologists and balloon launches coming to Nebraska

After months of staffing shortages and a reduction in critical weather data collection, Nebraska’s National Weather Service is getting much-needed reinforcements.

Smoke signals: Norfolk's tobacco businesses brace for tariff impact

Smoke signals: Norfolk's tobacco businesses brace for tariff impact

With President Trumps past and future announcements of tariffs on foreign imports, a local business is sharing what that means for their business involving tobacco products.

UNMC Project Peace conference aims to better prepare physicians to treat behavioral health problems

UNMC Project Peace conference aims to better prepare physicians to treat behavioral health problems

Healthcare providers from across the state are in Kearney for workshops aimed at equipping them to better treat behavioral health problems.

'Astro Clay' shares story of faith and science after unlikely astronaut career

'Astro Clay' shares story of faith and science after unlikely astronaut career

Clayton Anderson is the first and still only astronaut from Nebraska. But he almost wasn’t, more than a dozen times.

Strommen highlights collaboration behind state budget process

Strommen highlights collaboration behind state budget process

Sen. Paul Strommen highlights the collaboration and challenges behind Nebraska’s state budget process as lawmakers prepare to finalize the two-year plan.

Concession trailer owner seeks ordinance change

Concession trailer owner seeks ordinance change

Fox Theatre owner John Phillips addressed the city council Tuesday seeking a change in the ordinance on food vendors. He said the ordinance on food trucks and trailers does not apply to his concession trailer.

NRD planters carry on Arbor Day mission

NRD planters carry on Arbor Day mission

Trend for Nemaha Natural Resources District leans toward habitat plantings

Flood Communications Senior VP Janet Noll earns Top Producer award from Omaha Chamber

Flood Communications Senior VP Janet Noll earns Top Producer award from Omaha Chamber

A top executive at Flood Communications is receiving a major local award.

Ol' Red raises nearly $113,000 in 2025 St. Jude radiothon; 10-year total exceeds $750,000

Ol' Red raises nearly $113,000 in 2025 St. Jude radiothon; 10-year total exceeds $750,000

For the second straight year, the team at Ol' Red raised more than $110,000 in donations for St. Jude. The popular station has now raised almost exactly $750,000 over the course of their ten-year partnership with the famous hospital.

Nebraska Hall of Agricultural Achievement welcomes new members from the Panhandle

Nebraska Hall of Agricultural Achievement welcomes new members from the Panhandle

The Nebraska Hall of Agricultural Achievement (NHAA) recognized two outstanding agricultural leaders and inducted nine new members during its annual banquet

Vanishing $100 Million: Nebraska health officials decry federal cuts

Vanishing $100 Million: Nebraska health officials decry federal cuts

Nearly $100 million in funding already disbursed to Nebraska is being clawed back, according to a list of canceled grants published by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

Sidney Arbor Day celebration Saturday at Legion Park

Sidney Arbor Day celebration Saturday at Legion Park

The City of Sidney Parks Department will be holding its Arbor Day celebration Saturday at the Shelter House in Legion Park.

Fairbury celebrates Arbor Day with planting ceremony

Fairbury celebrates Arbor Day with planting ceremony

The city of Fairbury celebrated Arbor Day 2025 with a short ceremony, preparing to plant two trees in the city's downtown. That's part of a wider plan to plant dozens of trees throughout the city limits.

Plum Creek fire closer to fully contained

Plum Creek fire closer to fully contained

Fire officials estimated they had the wildfire at about 70% containment

Driver Arrested for 4th DUI After Omaha Pursuit

Driver Arrested for 4th DUI After Omaha Pursuit

Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol arrested one person following a brief pursuit in Omaha late Wednesday evening.

Rep. Adrian Smith speaks at UNK student event, draws scorn from impassioned locals

Rep. Adrian Smith speaks at UNK student event, draws scorn from impassioned locals

U.S. Rep. Adrian Smith is the latest member of Nebraska’s congressional delegation to face a cantankerous crowd in his home state.

Gordon teen sentenced for murdering newborn son

Gordon teen sentenced for murdering newborn son

An 18-year-old from Gordon has been sentenced to decades in prison after pleading guilty to second-degree murder in the death of her newborn son.

Kimball students plant trees in Gotte Park

Kimball students plant trees in Gotte Park

Kimball fourth graders gathered with city workers at Gotte Park Thursday afternoon to assist in planting trees in celebration of the 153rd Arbor Day.

Ricketts opens town hall tour in Kearney, community presses him on Trump, spending cuts and more

Ricketts opens town hall tour in Kearney, community presses him on Trump, spending cuts and more

Senator Pete Ricketts has completed his first in a series of public town hall meetings, with the first one taking place in Kearney.

4-H program brings embryology to elementary students

4-H program brings embryology to elementary students

Roosevelt Elementary in Scottsbluff welcomed Audra Brown, 4-H Extension Assistant, on April 15 for an update on the growing embryos in each classroom’s incubators.