City, NRD pursue new study in ongoing attempt to solve Battle Creek’s flooding

For decades, the City of Battle Creek has dealt with flooding, leaving many residents wondering when a long-term solution will be found. After a proposed dam project failed six months ago, the city is moving forward with another study that leaders hope will help solve the issue.

July 16, 2026Updated: July 16, 2026
By Brenden Flood

Hope Crisis Center chief chats with county commissioners about funding, services

Hope Crisis Center executive director Carmen Hinman is touting her organization's successes but isn't shying away from its funding struggles in her conversations with county boards this summer.

‘Every parent’s worst nightmare’: Norfolk man sentenced on federal child porn charges

‘Every parent’s worst nightmare’: Norfolk man sentenced on federal child porn charges

’It’s an honor’: Korean War veterans receive medallions in Norfolk

’It’s an honor’: Korean War veterans receive medallions in Norfolk

New initiative aims to give Nebraska childcare providers a break

New initiative aims to give Nebraska childcare providers a break

Rep. Flood gets cheers and jeers at second town hall of the year

Rep. Flood gets cheers and jeers at second town hall of the year

Scrutiny over possible entertainment districts continues

Norfolk City Council fast-tracks new entertainment district ordinance despite pushback