US job openings unchanged at 6.9 million, another sign the American labor market was sluggish even before the Iran war

US job openings unchanged at 6.9 million, another sign the American labor market was sluggish even before the Iran war

May 5, 2026Updated: May 5, 2026

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Bluebird Improv set to perform at Great American Comedy Festival in Norfolk

Bluebird Improv set to perform at Great American Comedy Festival in Norfolk

Judge denies change of venue request in Wayne County murder case

Judge denies change of venue request in Wayne County murder case

UNMC names H. Dele Davies as next chancellor

UNMC names H. Dele Davies as next chancellor

Fatal house fire reported north of Fremont

Fatal house fire reported north of Fremont

Independent Candidate Austin Ahlman rejects 'Spoiler' label in Norfolk town hall

Independent Candidate Austin Ahlman rejects 'Spoiler' label in Norfolk town hall

Dan Osborn submits signatures to qualify for Nebraska Senate ballot

Dan Osborn submits signatures to qualify for Nebraska Senate ballot

State

Demolition and cleanup work begins at Horizon BioFuels

Tuesday City Council meeting to address fireworks

Marc Evan Jackson will be taking the state at the Great American Comedy Festival

Bluebird Improv set to perform at Great American Comedy Festival in Norfolk

Cheyenne County calls special meeting to address fireworks

Creighton's BerryPepper Days highlights local businesses and small-town ingenuity

Sports

East Team Seeks Repeat Victory in Sertoma 8-Man Classic

Field day aims to excite kids in Fairbury about a future in football

West Team Looking for Redemption in Sertoma 8-Man Classic

UNK grad Ayami Sato earned her place – and GOAT status – in the NBA

Northeastern Junior College Announces Addition of Beach Volleyball for 2026–2027 Academic Year

Sidney Seniors Top Gordon 8-3 to Stay Unbeaten

Ag & Outdoor

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

NGPC still offers grazing, haying opportunities

Outdoor notes: Campers invited to take state park survey