Nebraska ag land values increase 5% from last year

Nebraska ag land values increase 5% from last year

Nebraska ag land values increased 5% from last year, marking the fifth consecutive year of increases according to a recent report from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. The final report from UNL's 2023-2024 Farm Real Estate Market Survey indicates an average all-land value of agricultural land in Nebraska reached $4,015 per…
NSP Encourages Safe Travel this Independence Day Weekend

NSP Encourages Safe Travel this Independence Day Weekend

JULY 2, 2024 (LINCOLN, NEB.)  — Independence Day calls for more than fireworks and freedom. With many people travelling to celebrate the holiday with friends and family, Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol will be working hard to keep Nebraska roadways safe and help motorists in need of an assist. “Our…
78th Old West Trail PRCA Rodeo happening July 3rd & 4th

78th Old West Trail PRCA Rodeo happening July 3rd & 4th

The Old West Trail Rodeo is Nebraska's one and only professional rodeo over the 4th of July holiday. This year the rodeo is celebrating its 78th birthday, making it the third oldest professional rodeo in the state. Committee member Jody Bass says the rodeo means a great deal to the…
Legion Baseball Scores 7/2

Legion Baseball Scores 7/2

Gothenburg Melons Seniors over Kearney Jerseys Seniors 16-8 McCook MNB Seniors over Minden Seniors 9-1 Cozad Reds Juniors over Broken Bow Juniors 10-9 Kearney Jerseys Juniors over Gothenburg Melons Juniors 12-11 McCook FCB Juniors over Minden Juniors 11-6 Kearney Pinnacle Bank Post 52 over Lincoln Southeast 10-5 Kearney Pinnacle Bank…
Tips to Stay Safe on Independence Day

Tips to Stay Safe on Independence Day

No matter how you celebrate Independence Day, be sure to stay safe with these tips from the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services. Firework Safety Fireworks are meant to be enjoyed, but they can also be dangerous. According to the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP), there are more…
The Burden of Property Taxes

The Burden of Property Taxes

When it comes to property taxes, farmers and ranchers in Nebraska continue to shoulder a heavier burden compared to producers in bordering states, but the gap is narrowing. Effective tax rates allow comparisons of property tax burdens across state borders without getting bogged down in differences in tax policies. Effective…
All Victims of Crete Shooting Released from Hospitals

All Victims of Crete Shooting Released from Hospitals

JULY 2, 2024 (LINCOLN, NEB.)  — The Nebraska State Patrol is thankful to report that all seven victims of Friday’s shooting in Crete have been released from hospitals. The investigation remains ongoing. Investigators are working to determine if this incident was a hate crime. The Nebraska State Patrol is the lead…
Patient Missing from Lincoln Regional Center

Patient Missing from Lincoln Regional Center

Lincoln, Neb. -- A patient has been reported missing from the Lincoln Regional Center. The Nebraska State Patrol says the patient, 47-year-old Justin Daro of David City, was reported missing Tuesday morning. NSP believes he slipped out of LRC during Monday night's severe weather in the Lincoln area. Daro is…