Shockers blowout Huskers in series finale

Shockers blowout Huskers in series finale

Nebraska wrapped up its midweek action in Wichita with a 9-3 loss at Wichita State on Wednesday night at Eck Stadium. Nebraska (10-5) totaled three runs on five hits and committed two errors, while Wichita State (10-6) recorded nine runs, 10 hits and an error. Cayden Brumbaugh led the Huskers…
Overall Tractor Sales Lower Compared to February 2023

Overall Tractor Sales Lower Compared to February 2023

Unit sales of 100+ horsepower ag tractors increased slightly in February 2024 in the U.S., according to new data from the Association of Equipment Manufacturers. The month recorded an increase of 2.8 percent compared to February 2023. However, year-to-date data reflects sales below 2023 in total units of ag tractors…
Gering man charged with felony child abuse; 1-year-old fighting for his life

Gering man charged with felony child abuse; 1-year-old fighting for his life

A Gering man is facing a felony child abuse charge following an early Wednesday morning incident that left a one-year-old boy fighting for his life in a Colorado hospital. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e76aMhBXCM0 31-year-old Tyler Green has been charged with knowing and intentional child abuse resulting in serious injury after an investigation by…
KNEB.tv News: March 13, 2024

KNEB.tv News: March 13, 2024

Today on KNEB.tv News: A tragic accident in the northern Panhandle claims the life of a five-year-old boy Gering Fire Chief presents department's annual report to city council Terrytown woman caught driving on suspended license facing drug charges Man caught with 300 pounds of pot in Kimball County takes plea…
Downtown Scottsbluff Association Aims to Keep Downtown Businesses Open Later

Downtown Scottsbluff Association Aims to Keep Downtown Businesses Open Later

Many businesses in downtown Scottsbluff are joining forces to increase foot traffic and showcase their offerings. The Downtown Scottsbluff Association’s "Broadway Late Shop Nights" will be held monthly in 2024, and participating businesses will stay open until 9 p.m. to allow patrons more flexibility with shopping hours. Avery Zakrzewski, who…
Man Caught With 300 pounds of Pot in Kimball Co. Takes Plea Deal

Man Caught With 300 pounds of Pot in Kimball Co. Takes Plea Deal

A Pennsylvania man caught with more than 300 pounds of marijuana last January during a Kimball County traffic stop has agreed to a plea deal to avoid standing trial. 21-year-old Noah Ropon was facing up to 20 years in prison after facing a charge of Distribution of a controlled substance-…
WNCC men set to host Regionals at Cougar Palace

WNCC men set to host Regionals at Cougar Palace

The Western Nebraska Community College men’s basketball team put together a stellar second semester, going 14-1 with their only loss coming to Trinidad State back on January 19. Since that defeat, the Cougar men have won 11 straight, including a big 77-76 win on February 23 over Trinidad that gave…
Scottsbluff School Board approves filling in former Splash indoor pool

Scottsbluff School Board approves filling in former Splash indoor pool

What used to be an Olympic-grade indoor swimming facility will soon become a large indoor basin of gravel and dirt. After reviewing four bids for the project, the Scottsbluff School Board this week voted to accept a bid of $28,500 from Mark Chrisman Trucking to fill the pool inside the…
2024 Nebraska ag land values up 5%: new farm real estate survey published

2024 Nebraska ag land values up 5%: new farm real estate survey published

The market value of agricultural land in Nebraska increased by 5% over the prior year, to an average of $4,015 per acre, according to the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s 2024 Nebraska Farm Real Estate Market Survey preliminary report. This marks the third consecutive year of increases in the market value of…