Lincoln, Neb. -- A motion to override Gov. Jim Pillen's veto of a bill that would authorize Syringe Service Programs fell three votes short on Tuesday. LB307, referred to as the "safe needles” bill, was passed by the Nebraska Legislature last week before being vetoed March 4. The vote was…
Loomis, Neb. - Loomis wasted no time in filling the girls' basketball head coaching position vacated by Derek Billeter less than two weeks ago. Early Tuesday morning, the school officially announced Nolan Benjamin as Billeter's successor. As a 2020 Loomis graduate, Benjamin is no stranger to the community or the…
For the first time in 2024, a player from the Omaha Supernovas has captured weekly accolades as Brooke Nuneviller has been selected as the Pro Volleyball Federation Player of the Week. The outside hitter recorded a season-high 20 kills on a season-best .313 hitting percentage in her team’s five-set victory…
LYONS, NEBRASKA – Sandra Renner, of West Point, has been appointed chief people officer with the Center for Rural Affairs. Over the past decade, she has served in several capacities with the Center, most recently as farm and community director. As chief people officer, a newly created position, she’ll work across the…
Lincoln – A quartet of Huskers were recognized for their efforts during the 2023-24 season, as the Big Ten Conference announced its annual awards Tuesday morning. Nebraska Head Coach Fred Hoiberg shared Big Ten Coach-of-the-Year honors, while Keisei Tominaga and Rienk Mast earned All-Big Ten recognition. Josiah Allick rounded out…
FKC Boys 1st team, Tayje Hadwiger, AmherstAustin Adelung, AmherstLuke Bailey, Ansley-LitchfieldJace Rosentrader, SEMQuin Oberg, Elm Creek 2nd team, Carson Lindau, AxtellCale Nelson, LoomisRyker Evans, Hi-LineCarter Riessland, AmherstEli Luther, Overton 3rd team, Ethan Morgan, AxtellColt Schroder, SEMRyan Bailey, Ansley-LitchfieldKade Sindt, Elm CreekSam Gruwell, Wilcox-Hildreth FKC Girls 1st team, Natalie Wood, OvertonJoLee…
McCook, Neb. -- An explosion shortly after 5 p.m. Monday south of McCook along Highway 83 has resulted in serious injuries to a man who was using a cutting torch to convert an empty propane tank into a smoker according to a news release from the Red Willow County Sheriff's…
Lincoln County Office of Emergency Management, and local first responders, will be working with the 72nd Civil Support Team in the local communities to conduct joint Hazmat and Law Enforcement exercises. The purpose of these exercises is to establish and refine valuable partnerships between local, state, and federal agencies in…
Both calves and cows have a number of health risks around the time of calving. Of course, cattlemen and veterinarians recognize the risk to calves during and after a difficult birth; but is it also important to recognize that cows are at risk from several important complications following calving. Lacerations…
A 27-year-old Cozad man was ordered to serve from 20 to 21 years in prison Friday following his conviction of Ist Degree Sexual Assault. David Wisecup pled "no contest" in Dawson County District Court to the charge in January. Wisecup was originally charged with 1st Degree Sexual Assault of a…
