News Category: Regional News
Gov. Pillen Presents Laws to Protect Nebraska from Foreign Adversaries during News Conference on 9/11
On the anniversary of 9/11 – the worst terror attack to occur on U.S. soil -- Governor Jim Pillen joined state senators in presenting three new laws aimed at enhancing security for the state and the nation. The bills, two of which address land ownership, were the focus of a…
Bluffs Duo Caught with 1/3 Pound of Meth and Fentanyl
Two local men are behind bars after getting caught with large quantities of methamphetamine and fentanyl. On Tuesday, Troopers saw 46-year-old Ryan Aschenbrenner and 43-year-old John Sterkel parked on the shoulder of Highway 26 near Henry, and pulled over to see if they needed assistance. A baggie with a fentanyl…
Scottsbluff Police Issue School Safety Community Update
From Scottsbluff Police Chief Kevin Spencer: The Scottsbluff Police Department and area law enforcement have initiated multiple investigations into several threatening social media posts. We are committed to identifying and addressing individuals who create and share this threatening information. I want to assure parents and the community that we are…
Gering Council approves two lodging occupation tax major grant requests
A pair of major occupation tax grants for community projects were approved by the Gering City Council this week, but not without Mayor Kent Ewing casting the deciding vote on each. 308 United Softball and the City had a joint application for more than $106,000 for eight new shade structures…
Volunteers still needed for annual Monument Marathon Sept. 28
With just a few weeks remaining before the annual Monument Marathon, organizers are looking for just a few more volunteers to handle some very important functions. https://youtu.be/3vocqmLiDs8 Race Coordinator and WNCC Foundation Director Jennifer Reisig tells KNEB News a few of their usual course marshals have had to bow out,…
KNEB.tv News: September 11, 2024
Today on KNEB.tv News: Alliance Police seek info on missing Utah man's whereabouts after vehicle found in Box Butte Co. Scotts Bluff and Banner Counties get new Region 22 Emergency Manager The Tangled Tumbleweed announces its closing its doors next month New Japanese restaurant to open up in Scottsbluff in…
Worthman selected as Gering’s new Director of Tourism
Following interviews of five qualified candidates, the City of Gering has selected Tina Worthman as the new Director of Tourism. https://youtu.be/NU9wJsWIRNw Worthman has a BA from UNL and brings with her considerable marketing experience. She has served as a Public Information Officer for Wyoming State Parks and Cultural Resources, Director…
19th Annual Festival of Freedom Set for Saturday at 18th Street Plaza
People from Scottsbluff, Gering, Terrytown and beyond are invited to the 18th Street Plaza this Saturday for an event that's been held for nearly two decades now. Event organizer Mary Gonzales says that the 19th Annual Festival of Freedom will be a day of live music, food, and life changing…
Japanese restaurant to open in Scottsbluff this month
A former Chinese restaurant in Scottsbluff is getting a new lease on life, and will soon house a new restaurant that expands dining options in the area. Genji will offer Japanese-style hibachi, ramen and sushi dishes when they open later this month in Scottsbluff. https://youtu.be/47zUwe9EYPE During a recent visit to…
Nebraska among happiest states in U.S.
Residents of the Cornhusker State are apparently among some of the happiest people in the country. A 2024 WalletHub Report on the happiest states in America placed Nebraska number nine on their list, with Hawaii, Maryland, New Jersey, Utah and Delaware making up the top five. The financial website looked…