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Kickoff Times, TV Information Set for Husker Games
The 2024 Nebraska football schedule continued to come into clearer view on Thursday as the Big Ten Conference network partners announced television information and kickoff times for several Husker contests. Nebraska will open the season on Saturday, Aug. 31 against UTEP at Memorial Stadium in a 2:30 p.m. CT kickoff,…
Nebraska school districts to receive federal funds for electric school buses
So-called “clean buses” are coming to schools across the country with the help of federal funding, including two school districts in Nebraska, according to the Nebraska Examiner. The nationwide effort from the Biden Administration will provide over 500 school districts across nearly all 50 states with about $1 billion to…
Former Kimball Police Chief Arraigned on Misconduct Charges
Former Kimball Police Chief Andrew Bremer was arraigned on Friday on four Official Misconduct charges tied to a Nebraska State Patrol investigation last year that led to his abrupt resignation. The charges allege that between Sept. 2022 and April 2023, Bremer allowed trainees to act in a law enforcement capacity…
Iris Society to Host Show June 1-2
The Monument Valley Iris Society will host their Iris Show on June 1-2 at the UNL Panhandle Research Extension and Education Center in Scottsbluff. The event will have its annual People’s Choice award for the public to show off their irises, but there is a change this year. “Our sale…
Alpacas test positive for Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza for first time
Alpacas have been added to the growing list of species with positive infections of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza. The positive tests were confirmed on an Idaho operation where poultry had previously tested positive earlier this month and have since been depopulated, according to the National Veterinary Services Laboratories (NVSL). The…
Bluffs Man Arrested Following Memorial Day Shots Fired Call
A Scottsbluff man chose a criminal way to celebrate Memorial Day, and is now behind bars and facing several felony charges. Early Monday morning, officers responded to the 1900 block of 11th Avenue for shots being fired in the area. https://youtu.be/afrjCA-71lk Police made contact with the resident, 29-year-old Eddie Gomez,…
Panhandle High School Rodeos taking place this weekend
The spring season is winding down for the high school rodeo circuit with three rodeos planned for the region this weekend. Here's the rundown on where and when for the three events this weekend: Bridgeport Rodeo - Friday at the Morrill County Fairgrounds, 9 am Harrison Rodeo - Saturday at…
West Nebraska Football and Volleyball All-Stars in town
The 2024 West Nebraska All-Star Football and Volleyball games are set for Saturday in Scottsbluff. The 46th edition for the football game will be played at Bearcat Stadium with kickoff scheduled for 11 am MT while the 40th annual volleyball match is scheduled for 3 pm MT at WNCC's Cougar…
Governor invites Nebraskans to register for One Nebraska Ag & Economic Development Summit
Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen is encouraging Nebraskans to register for the One Nebraska Ag & Economic Development Summit. The event is scheduled for August 7-8, 2024, at the Younes Conference Center North in Kearney. Troy Dannen, Athletic Director for the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, will be the keynote speaker. “The key…
From wins All-Around Cowgirl Honors at Valentine High School Rodeo
Tacey From of Bridgeport was named the All-Around Cowgirl at the Valentine High School Rodeo May 26th. The honor and buckle were presented to her after impressive performances in multiple events. From placed fifth in the pole bending, first in the breakaway roping, and placed in the top fifteen in…
