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

Problems with the wastewater treatment plant in Norfolk are leading to possible contamination of the Elkhorn River.

September 15, 2026Updated: September 19, 2026
By Michael Shively

Water main break closes 5th St. south of Norfolk Ave.

Water main break closes 5th St. south of Norfolk Ave.

Norfolk’s police dog Kane retires after five years on duty

Norfolk’s police dog Kane retires after five years on duty

Longtime NeighborWorks CEO Roger Nadrchal to step down in 2027

Longtime NeighborWorks CEO Roger Nadrchal to step down in 2027

A new mixed-income housing model in Columbus aims to address workforce housing shortage

A new mixed-income housing model in Columbus aims to address workforce housing shortage

Community effort helps fight hunger among Columbus seniors

Community effort helps fight hunger among Columbus seniors

Flood Watch stays in effect as heavy rain continues across eastern Nebraska

Flood watch stays in effect as remnants of hurricane Polo dumps heavy rain across eastern Nebraska