How major US stock indexes fared Monday 8/31/2026

Oil prices rose and U.S. stocks fell after American forces struck Iranian rocket launchers on the Strait of Hormuz, marking the first military action in a month

August 31, 2026Updated: August 31, 2026

By The Associated Press

Nance County SWAT standoff ends safely, Genoa man faces felony charges

Mimosa Fest returns to Downtown Norfolk this Saturday

Nebraska basketball announces Grand Island exhibition against Kansas State

Norfolk will advertise for bids for Ta-Ha-Zouka softball improvements project

New sculpture installed at Victory Road roundabout

Columbus Sertomaland Playground reopens with all-inclusive upgrades

State

Kimball high school adds community service to Accountability Program

Nebraska Senators Discuss Agriculture Changes with Sec. Rollins

How major US stock indexes fared Monday 8/31/2026

Nance County SWAT standoff ends safely, Genoa man faces felony charges

Mimosa Fest returns to Downtown Norfolk this Saturday

Nebraska basketball announces Grand Island exhibition against Kansas State

Norfolk will advertise for bids for Ta-Ha-Zouka softball improvements project

New sculpture installed at Victory Road roundabout

Columbus Sertomaland Playground reopens with all-inclusive upgrades

State

Kimball high school adds community service to Accountability Program

Nebraska Senators Discuss Agriculture Changes with Sec. Rollins

Panhandle Public Health District reminds athletes, fans to stay protected from West Nile Virus

Making Nebraska’s Tallest Waterfall More Accessible

Law enforcement investigating reported theft

NRD adds regulations for large water users

Sports

EMF begins 2026 season with emphatic win, spoiling Fairbury's 8-man debut

Boone Central dominates in week one

Fairbury ready for first foray into world of 8-man football

Papillion-La Vista retires numbers of Jordy Bahl, Peaches James

Satterfield says Luke Lindenmeyer making strides as leader

Doane Football Coach Conversations: 2026 Season Preview

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