Some who fled abuses in Equatorial Guinea fear pope’s visit might legitimize longtime ruler

People who have fled abuses in Equatorial Guinea and are taking refuge elsewhere fear that the pope's visit to the Central African country could launder the image of Africa's longest-serving ruler

April 22, 2026Updated: April 22, 2026

By OPE ADETAYO

Humphrey St. Francis launches public phase of $25M campaign for new school, facilities

New Amazon delivery station in Columbus aims to speed up deliveries across the region

Tragedy 21 years ago is still making a difference today

Coach Ron Brown to headline Christian Cross Festival in Norfolk

Man arrested barricading himself during Columbus standoff

One dead after two-vehicle crash in Duncan

State

Nebraska National Guardsmen respond to traffic accident

Sidney FFA President earns State title

Some who fled abuses in Equatorial Guinea fear pope’s visit might legitimize longtime ruler

Humphrey St. Francis launches public phase of $25M campaign for new school, facilities

New Amazon delivery station in Columbus aims to speed up deliveries across the region

Tragedy 21 years ago is still making a difference today

Coach Ron Brown to headline Christian Cross Festival in Norfolk

Man arrested barricading himself during Columbus standoff

One dead after two-vehicle crash in Duncan

State

Nebraska National Guardsmen respond to traffic accident

Sidney FFA President earns State title

New entity created to grow programming at Fonner Park

Amid federal election overhaul efforts, Nebraska officials say ‘nothing has changed’ for May primary

Celebrate Bird Month in Nebraska

Two officers join Sidney Police Department

Sports

Board of Regents approve Big Red Rebuild, Dannen and others provide further detail

Haarberg Reflects on Time as a Husker, Hungry for NFL Opportunity

APRIL 24 (6:45 PM CT) - Columbus Fury vs Omaha Supernovas (NCN TV)

Mayor recognizes wrestling champion

Doane wrestler Cristelle Rodriguez captures NAIA and U.S. championships

WNCC softball team splits contests with Lamar on Sunday

Ag & Outdoor

Outdoor notes: Spring shotgun turkey season opens

Outdoor notes: Bighorn sheep regular lottery applications begin April 20

Outdoor notes: NGPC offering pastures, hay tracts to those affected by wildfires

Outdoor notes: Work to begin soon on Smith Lake WMA Aquatic Habitat Project

Outdoor notes: Game and Parks urges caution when recreating outdoors due to wildfires

Outdoor notes: Temporary closure of Clear Creek WMA for safety