Sidney Speech earns multiple finalists at North Platte Invite; Ivie honored by NSAA

Sidney Speech shines at the 27-team North Platte Invite with multiple champions and finalists, and Coach Mackenzie Ivie earns NSAA honors.

February 15, 2026Updated: February 15, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

Sidney Speech earns multiple finalists at North Platte Invite; Ivie honored by NSAA

Resolution to address Actus plant’s odor problems included on Norfolk council agenda

Resolution to address Actus plant’s odor problems included on Norfolk council agenda

Norfolk man arrested on strangulation, domestic assault charges

Norfolk man arrested on strangulation, domestic assault charges

Investigation into Norfolk wastewater problems underway, industrial plants examined

Investigation into Norfolk wastewater problems underway, industrial plants examined

Norfolk leaders discuss wastewater treatment problems at emergency meeting

Norfolk leaders discuss wastewater treatment problems at emergency meeting

Norfolk issues warnings, calls emergency meeting after ‘substantial reduction’ at wastewater treatment plant

Norfolk issues warnings, calls emergency meeting after ‘substantial reduction’ at wastewater treatment plant

Norfolk Economic Development Director focused on collaboration, data-driven results

Norfolk Economic Development Director focused on collaboration, data-driven results

State

Omaha man cited after pickup crashes into creek near Pilger

Axtell man takes plea deal, convicted in triple-fatal crash

State patrol arrests police officer after animal abuse investigation

Man accused of stabbing family member in Douglas County

Lincoln fire chief censured by national firefighters union

The Play Pantry debuts in Peetz over the weekend

Sports

Nebraska Basketball begins practice, with Sweet 16 season in rear view

Huskers turn to Michigan State after successful non-conference play

Huskers utilize strong run game, improves pass rush in win over UND

Nebraska rolls by North Dakota 34-7, heads into conference play 3-0

Tri County withstands injuries, strong Southern effort to earn third win of 2026 season

Wayne State dominates first-ever game against Jamestown

Ag & Outdoor

Nebraska's congressional delegation critical of Trump plan to lower beef prices

Outdoor notes: Birding Bowl inspires generous next step

Outdoor notes: Tips for enjoying water safely this summer

Outdoor notes: Rare lake sturgeon made 681-mile swim

Outdoor notes: Low water affecting Nebraska boaters this summer

Ag notes: Cattle placements rise 6% during April