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Senior-heavy roster leads Bayard softball into third year of play
BAYARD- Entering the team’s third year of existence, the Bayard Tiger softball program wants to capitalize on the momentum of the school’s first postseason win in history and senior-heavy roster. The Tiger’s second season ended with a 4-15 mark, but it’s the last win of the year that stands out…
Longest continuous-serving mayor in Nebraska passes
Bridgeport area residents are mourning the passing of a long-time leader in their community. Norman "Norm" Christensen passed away peacefully at the age of 81 at the Chimney Rock Nursing Home in Bayard on Sunday. Born in June 1943, Christensen arrived in the Bridgeport area around 1970 with his wife…
Baker’s Candies: Keeping family first to build generational success
At Baker’s Candies, family isn’t just a value—it’s the foundation of their success. In this episode of Building Nebraska, CEO Todd Baker shares how he and his brother have carved out unique roles within the business while keeping their family at the heart of every decision. “The great thing for…
Former Alliance man convicted on federal child porn charges
A former Alliance man has been convicted by a federal jury on two child pornography charges. United States Attorney Susan Lehr says 39-year-old Tyler Denby was found guilty Wednesday of one count each of interstate transport and possession of child pornography. https://youtu.be/lTFNSvPwkZw In July 2021, Alliance Police received calls for…
WNCC volleyball opens season this weekend in Iowa
This weekend will be the day that Western Nebraska Community College coach Fatima Balza will begin her head coaching debut when the Cougars head to Council Bluffs, Iowa, to compete in the Reiver Classic. It is also the 50th year of Cougar volleyball in which their first collegiate game was…
Nebraska State Fair 1868 Foundation: Great Steak Debate
The Blue Ribbon Kick Off - The Great Steak Debate, presented by Galloway Financial Advisors and Cash Wa Distributing is set for Friday, August 23, at 6:00pm at the Pump & Pantry Party Pavilion, on the Nebraska State Fairgrounds. The Annual Blue-Ribbon Kick Off celebrates great Nebraska steak in a…
KNEB.tv News: August 21, 2024
Today on KNEB.tv News: A plane forced to make an emergency landing yesterday just east of the airport, but both the pilot and plane escape unscathed Names released in 27th Street motorcycle/ SUV crash that critically injured one Woman at center of November armed standoff in Alliance sentenced to prison…
Wednesday Channel Final Bell with Arlan Suderman with StoneX | 8/21/24
This week, all eyes are on the FED discussions, which could have significant implications for the economy and markets. The Pro Farmer Tour is also drawing attention, offering critical insights into crop conditions just as August weather patterns start to show their effects. Adding to the uncertainty, a potential Canadian…
Ricketts: Discipline needed to rein in govt spending, slow inflation and boost economy
U.S. Sen. Pete Ricketts is sounding the alarm on federal spending, saying it needs to be brought under control in much the same fashion as happened in Nebraska when he was governor. Ricketts is on a tour of the state, explaining how a lack of discipline in spending, including funding…
Neyor Named to Earl Campbell Tyler Rose Award Watch List
Nebraska senior wide receiver Isaiah Neyor was selected to the Earl Campbell Tyler Rose Award Watch List on Wednesday. Neyor, a 6-foot-4, 220-pound wide receiver from Fort Worth, Texas, is in his first season at Nebraska after spending the last two seasons at the University of Texas, where he battled…