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Clatonia under boil water notice while well pumps are repaired

Clatonia residents are being asked to boil their water and restrict usage while a malfunctioning well field pump is replaced.

Court clears path for death penalty in deaths of Stromsburg couple and unborn baby

Fairbury to publicly debut new city home base at open house next Tuesday

Fairbury residents can tour the new city offices, council chambers, and incubator space next Tuesday.

Investing in American children

On July 4, tax-advantaged federal child savings accounts — known as Trump Accounts — became available to every U.S. citizen under the age of 18. For parents across our state, this opens a new avenue for building long-term financial security for their kids, starting from day one.

UNK students provide care, gain perspective during medical outreach trip to Peru

A group of University of Nebraska at Kearney students recently traveled more than 4,000 miles to this region of South America for a once-in-a-lifetime educational opportunity. They helped care for hundreds of patients while gaining valuable experience.

James Lucero sworn in as Kimball Chief of Police

WNCC soccer camp starts Monday

The Western Nebraska Community College soccer camp will start Monday (July 20) evening with middle and high school camps taking place. The camps will be held by Cougar coaches Eseah Ingram and Todd Rasnic. Camp registration is available on the WNCC athletic website at www.wnccathletics.com and then the camp/event banner.

Fifty years ago, a documentary chronicled a Nebraska high school’s class reunion. It’s about to hit the big screen

Omaha man sentenced to 30 years in child pornography case

Omaha man sentenced to 30 years for posing as teen girl to exploit children on Snapchat

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Lincoln County pursuit ends with arrest

A trooper attempted a traffic stop on a Ford Focus after the driver ran a stop sign. 31-year-old Cameron Brogan of Florida was arrested after a pursuit involving multiple agencies.

New lights, electrical system in the queue for Quinn Field, home of Fairbury baseball

There will soon be brighter days ahead for a field that has been hosting baseball games in Southeast Nebraska for just about exactly a century.

Alliance man arrested following vehicle vs. bicycle crash

An Alliance man is facing charges as the result of a vehicle vs bicycle accident. The accident occurred at about 11:57 a.m. today. The adult bicyclist suffered serious but non-life-threatening injuries.

Historic Pershing Mural restoration reaches milestone in Lincoln

Local 'True Fiction' auction passes away

He retired from Barbering in 2008 in Sidney after 45 years. He was elected to the City Council twice and is known for his book "Lynchings, Legends and Lawlessness."

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

Regional economy index sees significant drop

Omaha man sentenced to 30 years for production and distribution of child pornography

United States District Judge Brian C. Buescher sentenced 29-year-old Collin D. Jerabek in federal court in Omaha for one count of production of child pornography and one count of receipt and distribution of child pornography.

Storm damages communications tower in Cherry County

A powerful storm late last month damaged a communications tower in Cherry County.

Former Kearney YRTC employee pleads not guilty in sexual abuse case

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.

Report calls for swift support to data centers

The National Taxpayers Union and Platte Institute tout benefits of digital infastructure

NSP promotes McNeese and Maytum to Captain

Capt. McNeese will be Director of Training at the Training Academy, and Capt. Maytum will serve as statewide commander of the Carrier Enforcement Division.

Cherry County firefighters explore regional task force during busy fire season

After several large fires across the region this year, Cherry County firefighters are exploring the creation of a task force to improve emergency response

Game and Parks invites public to August education events

Events vary from birding at Mahoney State Park to 'Sips, Sounds and Wildlife' at Glacial Till Vineyard & Winery, and a grassland management webinar

Potter Sundry seeking new managers

Small town cafes are meeting centers that reflect the heart-belt of the community. Family tables encourage guests and established customers to share space. That is the heart of the Potter Sundry and places like it.

Jury pool selected for Wayne County murder trial

New bronze statue at Neligh Mill keeps town's history alive

Pine Ridge men plead not guilty to felony theft in Gordon

Two Pine Ridge men have pleaded not guilty to felony theft charges following an incident in Gordon that authorities say involved a stolen pickup and a chaotic confrontation.

Hungry Nebraskans may need to prove citizenship to access federally provided food. Food banks fear ‘significant strain.’

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