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Norfolk City Council election results

Norfolk City Council election results

Northeast Community College Board of Directors election results

Northeast Community College Board of Directors election results

Nebraska producer launches platform that aims to connect job seekers with nationwide ag work

Nebraska producer launches platform that aims to connect job seekers with nationwide ag work

Man charged after damaging Flock camera in eastern Nebraska, deputies say

Man charged after damaging Flock camera in eastern Nebraska, deputies say

Actus Nutrition completes odor mitigation plan, council members tour facility

Actus Nutrition completes odor mitigation plan, council members tour facility

City of Norfolk enters purchase agreement to buy Norfolk Livestock Market property

City of Norfolk enters purchase agreement to buy Norfolk Livestock Market property

State

Pet food maker Alphia to lay off 93 workers in Pawnee City

The Well receives $2.1 million to expand northeast Nebraska behavioral health services

$7.46 million federal grant to expand I-80 truck parking in Dawson County

Sammy’s Superheroes namesake dies at 18 after years with cancer

AARP Nebraska Commemorates Family Caregivers Month

Program brings fresh food, farm-to-table lessons to Norfolk students and families

Sports

Doane Football Coach Conversations: Concordia Recap, Midland Preview

2026 Nebraska State Volleyball Tournament: Broadcast Schedule, Results

Can the Huskers Bounce Back at Illinois After Washington Heartbreak?

Husker offense looking for quick turnaround, on short week

Rhule backs coaching staff, despite three game losing steak

Strong offensive showing helps Huskers dominate Le Moyne in season opener

Ag & Outdoor

Pillen issues executive orders pausing diesel tax, increasing grain and livestock hauling weight limits

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