Amazon set to expand drone delivery of lightweight packages to 500 US cities

Millions more people may be able to get smaller, lightweight Amazon packages delivered by drones by the end of the year under a plan the company announced Thursday to expand the airborne shipping to suburban areas in nearly 500 U.S. cities

August 18, 2026Updated: August 18, 2026

By JOSH FUNK

Regional

Lincoln County commissioner accused of threatening jail staff after DUI arrest

Hastings City Council Eyeing Return to City Hall

Kearney Planning Commission recommends approval of proposed data center

Kearney’s Planning Commission is recommending approval of a proposed data center at Tech oNE Crossing that could bring major new investment and revenue to the area.

UNK launches Loper Flight Academy

UNK has opened the Loper Flight Academy, bringing flight training in-house with seven new aircraft.

New MLH CEO Hitting the Ground Running

Rep. Smith weighs in on data centers, license plate reader cameras

State

Lincoln County commissioner accused of threatening jail staff after DUI arrest

Amazon set to expand drone delivery of lightweight packages to 500 US cities

Regional

Lincoln County commissioner accused of threatening jail staff after DUI arrest

Hastings City Council Eyeing Return to City Hall

Kearney Planning Commission recommends approval of proposed data center

UNK launches Loper Flight Academy

New MLH CEO Hitting the Ground Running

Rep. Smith weighs in on data centers, license plate reader cameras

State

Lincoln County commissioner accused of threatening jail staff after DUI arrest

Platte Valley Company celebrates Potter location

Kimball County Sheriff’s Office welcomes new deputy

State Auditor finds questionable billing in $434M Nebraska waiver program

Colorado State Patrol investigating crash Involving an Amtrak train

Real Estate, personal property taxes due by August 31

Sports

Norfolk routs Lincoln Northwest in first ever meeting

With loads of experience, Huskers confident in revamped offensive line

St. Cecilia Softball Goes From Hunters to Hunted After First Championship

One day at a time, Pierce football prepares for season opener under Tyler Legate

NSAA approves co-ops for 2026-27, 2027-28 school years

Teraya Sigler awarded Nebraska Volleyball Lifter of the Year

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