FULL SCHEDULE: National High School Finals Rodeo activities underway

FULL SCHEDULE: National High School Finals Rodeo activities underway

The 2024 National High School Finals Rodeo is kicking off this week in Rock Springs, Wyoming. The rodeo will feature approximately 1,500 contestants from across the United States, Australia, Canada, Mexico, and New Zealand. To view the list of Nebraska qualifiers, click here: https://ruralradio.com/rrn/news/full-list-nebraska-high-school-rodeo-athletes-qualify-for-national-high-school-finals-rodeo/ 2024 NHSFR Schedule of Events: 2024-NHSFR-Schedule-7-2-2024Download Unofficial contestant…
Work to begin at Calamus Reservoir State Recreation Area

Work to begin at Calamus Reservoir State Recreation Area

Calamus Reservoir -- An extensive road construction project will begin Monday, July 15 at Calamus Reservoir State Recreation Area and extend into the spring. Visitor access will be limited and phased during construction. Calamus Reservoir is located in the Sandhills, 6 miles NW of Burwell. The Nebraska Department of Transportation…
Middle Niobrara NRD Assesses Successful Stream Restoration Projects in Long Pine Creek Watershed

Middle Niobrara NRD Assesses Successful Stream Restoration Projects in Long Pine Creek Watershed

VALENTINE, Nebraska – The Middle Niobrara Natural Resources District (NRD) recently conducted a thorough assessment of stream restoration projects within the Long Pine Creek Watershed (LPCW) following significant rainfall. Between June 17-21, 2024, Brown County landowners reported 9-11 inches of rain in the area. The restoration projects demonstrated remarkable resilience, exhibiting…
Camp Augustine Pre-Final Master Plan Open House Planned

Camp Augustine Pre-Final Master Plan Open House Planned

Grand Island, Neb. — The City of Grand Island is once again inviting interested residents to attend a third public meeting regarding the Camp Augustine master plan, which will be held on Thursday, July 11 from 4-6 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at Grand Island City Hall. The City…
Huskers to Play in 2025 Frisco College Baseball Classic

Huskers to Play in 2025 Frisco College Baseball Classic

Nebraska will be one of four teams to take part in the 2025 Frisco College Baseball Classic from February 28 to March 2, Peak LLC in partnership with Frisco Roughriders announced Wednesday morning. The Huskers will be joined by LSU, Kansas State and Sam Houston as part of a three-day…
Nebraska brings worldwide medical professionals to learn about agriculture health

Nebraska brings worldwide medical professionals to learn about agriculture health

Health professionals from around the globe are getting an inside look at the agriculture industry thanks to continuing education courses being held in Nebraska.   The Agricultural Health and Safety Course for Medical and Safety Professionals is a three-session series that is hybrid to include online content and several in-person visits…
Fire at Venango Water Tower

Fire at Venango Water Tower

The Venango Water Tower in Southwest Nebraska caught fire earlier today. The tower was being worked on, and the fire is now out. Courtesy of April Atkins.
Victim of York County SUV-semi crash identified

Victim of York County SUV-semi crash identified

York, Neb. -- One person was killed in an SUV/semi accident on Highway 34 west of York Tuesday morning according to York County Sheriff Paul Vrbka. The victim of the crash was identified as Robin L. Hendricksen , 71, of Grand Island. The Sheriff said the vehicle Hendricksen was driving…
Niobrara Valley Vineyards to host grand opening July 19th and 20th

Niobrara Valley Vineyards to host grand opening July 19th and 20th

Niobrara Valley Vineyards will be celebrating two major milestones simultaneously the weekend of July 19th. The vineyard will celebrate its 10th anniversary, while also welcoming people to its brand new home. NVV's new facility features a tasting room, event space, and an adjoining RV park. The event space can hold…