Geopolitical tensions are rising as Israeli forces conduct a sweeping military operation in the occupied West Bank, adding uncertainty to global markets. Meanwhile, China is pulling back on its purchases of key agricultural commodities like corn, wheat, rice, and barley, which could pressure prices. Domestically, the ProFarmer Crop Tour highlighted…
August 28, 2024 (Lincoln, Neb.) – Today, Governor Jim Pillen, Director Rob Jeffreys and other NDCS and state leaders gathered for the groundbreaking ceremony of a new multi-custody facility, located north of Interstate 80 and east of 70th street in northeast Lincoln. “Today is an important day for our agency, the…
Wilcox, Neb. - The bench will look slightly different for the Wilcox-Hildreth volleyball team this season with the addition of Emersen Lauder as their new head coach. Lauder, an Alliance native, comes to Wilcox-Hildreth fresh out of UNK where she spent the last few years on the Loper volleyball team.…
Holdrege, Neb. - After securing their first winning record since 2014 last year, this year's Duster volleyball team is ready to go another step forward. Head coach Ryan Birner is entering his fourth season in Holdrege and knows that step forward still requires plenty of hard work. The 2024 Dusters…
Norfolk, Neb. -- The Nebraska State Patrol has released the identity of the pilot who died in Monday’s plane crash in Knox County. The pilot has been identified as Joseph Rudloff, 73, of Norfolk, Nebraska. The crash was reported at approximately 9:30 a.m. Monday. The location was approximately 4 miles…
Holdrege, Neb. - On Tuesday, the Holdrege and Minden girls golf teams met at the Holdrege Country Club for what will become an annual event between the two rival schools. The prize for winning the early-season dual, besides bragging rights, is the "Dusty Dog" trophy. Much like traditions one would…
Cozad- Haymaker volleyball will have a new look this season. Not only will Cozad be playing its home matches in a new gym but they will have a new coach. Trysta Asche is now in charge of the program that returns five starters and six letterwinners. Asche spoke this preseason…
KEARNEY- The Kearney City Council met Tuesday night to discuss several agenda items including the one- and six-year street plan. Courtesy: City of Kearney Luke Dutcher is an Engineer for the City of Kearney, and while presenting to the city council he spoke about the reasoning for presenting the one-…
The beloved Antique Tractor display at the Nebraska State Fair seems to draw crowds from all generations each year. Brothers Larry and Kevin Killinger have managed the display, featuring hit and miss engines, since the fair moved to Grand Island. Larry said the most exciting part is interacting with all…
See detour map here The Nebraska Department of Transportation says Simon Contractors, Inc., of Cheyenne, Wyo. will begin work on County Road 754. The project includes replacement of a county road bridge at the Central Nebraska Public Power and Irrigation Districtcanal, south of Cozad. Anticipated completion is Feb. 2025. Traffic…
