Southeast Nebraska IMAT first in state to earn national recognition for emergency management excellence

A team that has worked to make responses to all kinds of crises in Southeast Nebraska more efficient and effective has received some national recognition for their efforts.

February 9, 2026Updated: February 9, 2026

By Timothy Hackett

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Stanton County fire burns 82 acres

Fire danger peaks Saturday in Nebraska; elevated risk continues through weekend

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Southeast Nebraska IMAT first in state to earn national recognition for emergency management excellence

Former Nebraska teacher sentenced in sexual assault case

Game and Parks talks turkey numbers, amidst spring season

Stanton County fire burns 82 acres

Fire danger peaks Saturday in Nebraska; elevated risk continues through weekend

Central Community College adds three new sports programs

'So much at stake': Huskers get set to battle Hawkeyes in Sweet 16

State

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UNK honors Hamiltons with atrium naming after $5M rural health gift

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Western Nebraska wildfires fully contained as command set to return to local departments

High School welding program partners with King’s Daughters

Sports

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WNCC’s Lashley ready to lead her Anguilla national team in CONCACAF qualifier

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Cougar notes: WNCC softball plays tough against No. 25 McCook despite falling

Ag & Outdoor

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