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Big Boy No. 4014 Rumbles in to Gering
A lot of excitement Wednesday afternoon, as the Union Pacific's Big Boy 4014 was pulling into Gering for an overnight stop the historic locomotive's trek east to Omaha. The world’s largest steam locomotive, built during World War II, is traveling across Nebraska for an extended stop during the 2023 College…
Safety risks of older tractors on the farm
A recent tragic incident involving a small utility tractor rollover in Southeast Nebraska serves as a stark reminder of the risks associated with operating older tractors without rollover protection. The incident underscores the prevailing danger that exists on farms and acreages, regardless of age or experience. The distressing image of…
Woodhead and Fritz named to 2024 College Football Hall of Fame Ballot
IRVING, Texas -- June 6, 2023 -- Chadron State College great, Danny Woodhead, has been named to the 2024 College Football Hall of Fame Ballot, the National Football Foundation announced on Monday.Woodhead, a two-time Harlon Hill Trophy winner, finished his Chadron State career as college football's all-time rushing leader (7,962 yards)…
NPPC Speaks Up on Policy Priorities at World Pork Expo
DES MOINES, IA— The National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) hosted a policy panel at the 2023 World Pork Expo. NPPC board officers and experts discussed the pork industry’s current priorities vital to protecting producers’ livelihoods and ensuring pork production remains a pillar of the U.S. economy. “Advocating for reasonable public policy,…
NMPF Board of Directors Names Gregg Doud New President and CEO
ARLINGTON, VA – The National Milk Producers Federation’s Board of Directors today unanimously voted to name Gregg Doud, a globally recognized agricultural leader, as its next president and CEO, succeeding Jim Mulhern, who is retiring at the end of the year. “Dairy farmers across the nation are pleased to endorse a true…
Gering Bicyclist Killed in Wednesday Morning Crash on Highway 26
A Gering man has died following injuries sustained Wednesday morning in a vehicle vs. bicycle crash on Highway 26 east of Scottsbluff. At approximately 6:40 am, the Nebraska State Patrol responded to the crash between mile markers 26 and 27. NSP Spokesman Cody Thomas says the bicycle rider, identified as…
Gering man dies in vehicle vs. bicyclist collision
Authorities say a Gering man died from injuries suffered Wednesday morning in a vehicle vs. bicycle collision between Scottsbluff and Minatare. According to the Nebraska State Patrol, troopers were called around 6:40 a.m. to the scene near mile marker 27 on Highway 26, where investigators determined both were eastbound at…
Huskers win 5th match in Brazil
The Nebraska volleyball team came from behind to knock off the Brazil Military Selection Team, featuring current and former national team players, in five sets on Wednesday. The Huskers won the first set, 25-23, but dropped the second set, 27-25, and the third set, 25-16. Trailing for the first time on…
Cattle to Crops: Ranch in western Nebraska blessed with recent rain
In the panhandle of Nebraska, recent rain has helped the crops and pastures bounce back after a tough year. In this video segment, the Rural Radio Network visits Schuler Red Angus, a ranch located near Reddington, Nebraska. The bread and butter of their operation focuses on Red Angus cattle, but…
Six Selected for Nebraska Athletics Hall of Fame
Five distinguished student-athletes and one legendary head coach make up the six individuals in the 2023 University of Nebraska Athletics Hall of Fame class, announced on Wednesday, June 7. The 2023 class includes: Lori Endicott (volleyball, 1985-88); Tommie Frazier (football, 1992-95); Emily Parsons (women’s gymnastics, 2005-08); Tolly Thompson (wrestling, 1993-97); Brittany Timko (soccer, 2003-06); and retired men’s and women’s track…