As shortfall looms, Pillen installs allies on board originally designed to keep politics out of budget forecast

Pillen’s board shakeup, biggest in forecasting board’s history, includes appointment of two prominent former Republican lawmakers

September 17, 2026Updated: September 17, 2026

By Flatwater Free Press

As shortfall looms, Pillen installs allies on board originally designed to keep politics out of budget forecast

Then-State Sens. Lou Ann Linehan, who represented a west Omaha area legislative district, and Tom Briese of Albion flank Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen as he signs into law the 2023 tax cut bills they each sponsored.Photo courtesy of the Governor's Office

Investigation into Norfolk wastewater problems underway, industrial plants examined

Norfolk leaders discuss wastewater treatment problems at emergency meeting

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

Norfolk Economic Development Director focused on collaboration, data-driven results

Festoon lighting being installed in Norfolk

Nebraska Open celebrates 35 years, surpasses $2.1M raised for student scholarships

State

Omaha selected as host city for 2027 FIVB Women’s Volleyball World Cup

As shortfall looms, Pillen installs allies on board originally designed to keep politics out of budget forecast

Investigation into Norfolk wastewater problems underway, industrial plants examined

Norfolk leaders discuss wastewater treatment problems at emergency meeting

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

Norfolk Economic Development Director focused on collaboration, data-driven results

Festoon lighting being installed in Norfolk

Nebraska Open celebrates 35 years, surpasses $2.1M raised for student scholarships

State

Omaha selected as host city for 2027 FIVB Women’s Volleyball World Cup

As shortfall looms, Pillen installs allies on board originally designed to keep politics out of budget forecast

Investigation into Norfolk wastewater problems underway, industrial plants examined

North Central District Health Department launches healthy concession stand grants for area schools

One woman in custody, one juvenile boy injured following hit-and-run

Back on the green, Pierce community rallies to save local golf course

Sports

Big Red Roll: Reviewing the Bowling Green Rout & Previewing Week 3 Nebraska Football NOW

Shorthanded at middle blocker, top-ranked Huskers sweep Jays in I-80 rivalry

CBS College Basketball Analyst Jon Rothsten delivers on happy hour promise

Lady Raiders Sweep Home Triangular

Bluejays Bury Bravettes in a Sweep

Potter-Dix dominates Leyton

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