Farmers Applaud EPA’s Acceptance of Atrazine Science Panel Recommendations

Farmers Applaud EPA’s Acceptance of Atrazine Science Panel Recommendations

March 19, 2024—EPA recently agreed with the recommendations of the atrazine Scientific Advisory Panel (SAP), removing several poor-quality studies that played a role in the agency’s recommendation for an ultra-low aquatic level of concern for atrazine. The SAP was held in August 2023 at the request of agriculture groups active…
Fischer Pulls Back Curtain on EV Climate Crusade

Fischer Pulls Back Curtain on EV Climate Crusade

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-Neb.) delivered a speech on the Senate floor today debunking the Electric Vehicle (EV) myths pushed by the Biden administration and climate activists ahead of an expected Environmental Protection Agency announcement tomorrow on tailpipe emissions.During her remarks, Senator Fischer outlined the numerous concerns…
Community Radon Prevention Event-April 15

Community Radon Prevention Event-April 15

Kearney, NE--CHI Health Good Samaritan and Two Rivers Public Health Department are hosting a free cancer prevention event for the community from noon to 1 pm and 5:30 to 6:30 pm on Monday, April 15 in the hospital’s Kearney Public Library in the South Platte Room. “Understanding Radon: Facts and…
High School Baseball Scores 3-19-24

High School Baseball Scores 3-19-24

Tuesday (03/19/2024) Beatrice 4, Ralston 1Bellevue West 10, Bellevue East 9Bennington 7, Lincoln Northwest 4Centennial 13, Aurora 3Central City/Centura 7, GACC-WPB 5Concordia/Brownell Talbot/Omaha Christian Academy 12, Blair 9Creighton Preparatory School 12, Omaha Central 2Gretna East 13, Omaha Bryan 0Louisville 11, Auburn 10Malcolm 11, Platteview 5Millard West 12, Omaha Westside 2Nebraska…
Huskers upend UNO

Huskers upend UNO

Mason McConnaughey recorded a career-high nine strikeouts, as the Huskers picked up their 11th win in the last 13 games with an 11-5 victory vs. Omaha on Tuesday night at Hawks Field at Haymarket Park. Nebraska (14-5) totaled 11 runs on nine hits with two errors while Omaha (3-16) recorded…
The Guess Who adds classic rock to State Fair concert lineup

The Guess Who adds classic rock to State Fair concert lineup

The Nebraska State Fair and 1868 Foundation with local business support are pleased to announce The Guess Who in concert on Tuesday, August 27, at the Heartland Events Center as part of the Nebraska Lottery Concert Series. “Our partnership with the 1868 Foundation and Spirit in the Sky Productions has…
NU Announces Contract Extension for Fred Hoiberg

NU Announces Contract Extension for Fred Hoiberg

Nebraska has agreed to a contract extension with 2024 Big Ten Men’s Basketball Coach of the Year Fred Hoiberg, as announced by Interim Athletic Director Dennis Leblanc and University of Nebraska Interim President Chris Kabourek on Tuesday. The new contract with Hoiberg, who has guided Nebraska to its first NCAA Tournament appearance since 2014, extends…
Developing depth is the key for Duster track and field in 2024

Developing depth is the key for Duster track and field in 2024

Holdrege, Neb. - The Dusters are locked and loaded for their 2024 track and field campaign. With around 60 students participating this year, Holdrege looks to develop their depth as the season progresses. Head coach Jason Hale is optimistic for not only this season but the future as well. His…
One Teen Transported After Car Vs. Train Accident Saturday Afternoon

One Teen Transported After Car Vs. Train Accident Saturday Afternoon

SUTHERLAND, NE - A 16-year-old driver was transported to Great Plains Health in North Platte following a car vs. train collision on Saturday afternoon east of Sutherland. The Lincoln County Sheriff's Office responded to a car/train crash reported at about 4 p.m. on Saturday. According to a news release from…