NSP looking for semi in fatal I-80 hit and run near Big Springs Thursday

The Nebraska State Patrol is seeking assistance from the public in locating a vehicle believed to be involved in a fatal hit-and-run crash late Thursday evening in western Nebraska. At approximately 8:40 p.m. MT Thursday, authorities received a 911 call about the fatality that had occurred on Interstate 80 at…

Regional supply managers say inflation easing, economist says it’s the economy slowing

For only the fourth time in 2024, the Creighton University Mid-America Business Conditions Index, a leading economic indicator for the nine-state region stretching from Minnesota to Arkansas, climbed above the 50.0 growth neutral threshold. https://youtu.be/52FvJlAkgBI TheBusiness Conditions Index, which uses the identical methodology as the national Institute for Supply Management…

Not for sale: Fake website impersonates mini cattle farm in Broken Bow

The Better Business Bureau (BBB) of the Midwest Plains has issued a warning about a fraudulent website impersonating a legitimate miniature cattle farm in Broken Bow, Nebraska. After investigating more than 50 complaints, the BBB revealed that the site for "Miniature Highland Cattle Farm" claims to operate from 1852 N…

Corn, soybeans catch up after storm damage, late start to planting | Fridays in the Field

When Memorial Day approached this year, the Smiths in Portsmouth, Iowa, only had one field planted. Fast forward to August, father-son duo Galen and David said the crops are growing well. "We were trying to get a lot of things done before we started planting," said Galen, the father. "And…

Counting Bee Colonies

Honey bee colonies for operations with five or more colonies in Nebraska as of January 1, 2024 totaled 17,500 according to the USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Service. The number of colonies in Nebraska on April 1, 2024 was 11,000. During 2023, honey bee colonies on January 1, April 1, July…

KNEB.tv News: August 1, 2024

Today on KNEB.tv News: Increased sports tourism, impact and execution discussed during work session for the Scotts Bluff County Board Evacuations Lifted in Pleasant Valley-Haystack fire in Eastern Wyoming Bayard Sen. Steve Erdman Introduces LB16, the EPIC Option Consumption Tax Local Kids Shine in Scotts Bluff County 4H Poultry Show…

Scottsbluff Dunkin’ Donates to Life Change Connection

The Scottsbluff Dunkin' presented a $4,000 check yesterday to Neal Blomenkamp of Life Change Connection. The funds came from Dunkin's grand opening celebration, and Blomenkamp says he's grateful for the donation to help those living with diabetes. ""You know, it's just absolutely amazing. You get these great sizable donations. And…

Former postal union local president sentenced for falsifying records to cover theft

A 43-year-old former Postal Service employee convicted of falsifying local union financial records to cover up embezzlement will spend limited time behind bars. United States Attorney Susan Lehr Thursday announced that Jacob Wilkins of Mitchell was sentenced on July 31 in federal court in Lincoln for two counts of falsification…

Bayard Sen. Steve Erdman Introduces LB16, the EPIC Option Consumption Tax

Hearings continue on a wide variety of tax bills at the Nebraska Capitol building as lawmakers work towards property tax relief. Bayard Senator Steve Erdman testified yesterday before the Revenue Committee on LB16, which would implement the EPIC Option Consumption Tax, which would repeal all state taxes except consumption and…

Nebraska’s Roughest Rodeo Series prepares for finals in Clearwater

Rocking Plus Rodeo Company's Nebraska's Roughest Rodeo Series has been underway all summer. The series serves as a unique opportunity for roughstock riders to hone in on their skills and compete for competitive prize money. Events in the series feature bareback riding, saddle bronc riding, and bull riding. So far,…