Gov. Pillen gives possible time period for special session

Gov. Pillen gives possible time period for special session

Lincoln, Neb. -- Neb. Gov. Pillen has given his strongest indication yet on a potential date for calling the Legislature into special session to consider property tax solutions. In a Governor's Column released Monday, Pillen said, "Over the past few weeks, Nebraskans across the state have begun receiving their property…
Kacie Hoffman Transfers to Nebraska Softball

Kacie Hoffman Transfers to Nebraska Softball

Powerful left-handed hitter Kacie Hoffmann is the newest member of the Nebraska softball team. An Elkhorn native, Hoffmann comes to Lincoln after spending the last three seasons at Arkansas. She will have two years of eligibility at Nebraska after sitting out last season due to injury. Hoffmann played in 106…
Kearney Police Officer graduates from FBI National Academy

Kearney Police Officer graduates from FBI National Academy

Kearney, Neb. -- Lieutenant Gabe Kowalek with the Kearney Police Department recently graduated from the 290th Session of the FBI National Academy in Quantico, Virginia. Chief of Police Bryan Waugh says, “Lieutenant Kowalek is just the 6th member of the Kearney Police Department to attend and graduate from the FBI…
Jordan Haarberg to lead Cozad Girls Golf

Jordan Haarberg to lead Cozad Girls Golf

Cozad Community Schools is pleased to announce that Jordan Haarberg has been named the new Head Girls Golf Coach at Cozad High School. Coach Haarberg is currently a Guidance Counselor at Cozad High School. She brings excitement and energy to the girls’ golf program. “I'm excited to coach the Lady…
New documentary to showcase the soybean journey in American history

New documentary to showcase the soybean journey in American history

A new documentary will showcase the history, uses and evolution of soybeans. "GroundBreaking: A Story of Innovation" will premiere on the A&E Network on Saturday, June 22 at 12:00 pm CST. U.S. Soy said the American origin story of soybeans dates back nearly 150 years, and the plant has evolved…
The Sandhills Singer – BJ Jamison on Breaking the Barrier

The Sandhills Singer – BJ Jamison on Breaking the Barrier

BJ Jamison grew up in the Sandhills of Nebraska. Though he comes from a family with deep rodeo roots, BJ always knew his passion was music. Listen as BJ sits down with Rebel Sjeklocha to share about his rural roots and journey as a recording artist.   Follow along with BJ! …
Senators Urge EPA Administrator Regan to Strengthen Renewable Fuel Standard

Senators Urge EPA Administrator Regan to Strengthen Renewable Fuel Standard

Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. joined Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and Chuck Grassley (R-IA) and a bipartisan group of 13 colleagues sending a letter to Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Michael Regan urging the EPA to raise Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) volumes for biomass-based diesel and advanced biofuels…
2024 Clean Your Town Day

2024 Clean Your Town Day

Lexington, Neb. -- A 2024 Clean Your Town Day will be held Saturday, June 22 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Volunteers will initially meet at Plum Creek Park, 13th & Adams, Lexington. A flyer from Keep Lexington Beautiful says volunteers are invited to meet at the park for a…