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Huskers add North Dakota State transfer Morgan
The Nebraska men’s basketball program added an all-conference performer to its 2024-25 roster with the addition of North Dakota State transfer Andrew Morgan. A 6-foot-10, 245-pound forward from Waseca, Minn., Morgan comes to Nebraska after starting the last two seasons at North Dakota State. He totaled 860 points and 402…
KAAPA Weekly Crop Progress Report for 4/15/24
According to USDA NASS' weekly national Crop Progress report released today nation wide: Corn Planted 6%; 3% last week; 5% on average Soybeans Planted 3%, 1% on average Winter Wheat Headed 11%; 6% last week; 7% on average Winter Wheat Condition 55% G/E; 56% G/E last week; 27% G/E last year Spring Wheat Planted 7%;…
Huskers Add Danish National Team Member Rimdal
The Nebraska women's basketball program has added transfer Alberte Rimdal (pronounced al-BER-tay RIM-dahl) to its roster for the 2024-25 season, after the Danish National Team member completed her transfer paperwork on Saturday, April 13. Rimdal, a 5-9 guard from Koge, Denmark (pronounced Koo), is expected to have one season of…
Regional West looks back and forward with 100th Anniversary open house
Both the past and the future were highlighted during a weekend open house at Regional West, part of the 100th anniversary of the healthcare organization. Past Board Chair Hod Kosman told the crowd the facility was born in 2024 out of a need for care in the region, as evidenced…
Lyman Couple Charged with Animal Cruelty Back in Court
The Lyman duo who was arrested after 21 dogs were rescued from a camper filled with feces last month were back in court today in Scotts Bluff County. https://youtu.be/CfPd1eummiE 45-year-old Jaydee and 40-year-old Sadonya Sims are each charged with 21 Class 1 misdemeanor charges of Abandon/ Cruelly Neglect an Animal.…
Hundreds Attend WNCC Job and Internship Fair
Last week, Western Nebraska Community College hosted a Career & Internship Fair at Cougar Palace. Employers from across the region were on hand to talk to students and other community members about possible opportunities. Jordan Diedrich of Twin Cities Development explains why these events are important and why he was…
UP train derailment causes brief evacuations and highway closure in Chappell Sunday
Derailment of a Union Pacific freight train led to a brief evacuation and closure of Highway 30 in Chappell Sunday afternoon. https://youtu.be/dML5GRuOOy0 Region 21 Emergency Manager Ron Leal says the call about the derailment of single and double-stacked cargo container cars came in at about 3:15 p.m., with an immediate…
Smithfield Foods Unveils Sustainability Achievements and Progress in 22nd Annual Report
Smithfield, Va., April 15, 2024 — Smithfield Foods released its 22nd annual sustainability impact report detailing sustainability goal achievements and renewed commitments that continue to drive the production of safe, wholesome and nutritious food responsibly. “Despite the difficult industry environment our company and industry faced in 2023, Smithfield remained resilient and made significant progress…
Nebraska Beef Passport to kickoff May 1 with over 40 stops
The fourth annual Nebraska Beef Passport will launch on May 1st as part of the Nebraska Beef Council’s Beef Month celebration. The Beef Passport will highlight over 40 restaurants and independent meat processors across the state that offer beef. “We’re excited to kick off this year’s Beef Passport,” said Adam…
Cowboys scrimmage on Saturday in front of fans in War Memorial Stadium
LARAMIE, Wyo. (April 13, 2024) – The Wyoming Cowboy football team hit the field for the ninth time on Saturday. The Pokes did so in front of a strong contingent of fans inside War Memorial Stadium on a sunny day in Laramie. It marked the second-straight Saturday that Wyoming has held…