At Baker’s Candies, family isn’t just a value—it’s the foundation of their success. In this episode of Building Nebraska, CEO Todd Baker shares how he and his brother have carved out unique roles within the business while keeping their family at the heart of every decision. “The great thing for…
UNK held a scrimmage on Wednesday night as they get set for the upcoming season. The Lopers worked out for about 90 minutes. Head coach Ryan Held breaks down what he saw out of the Lopers. UNK head coach Ryan Held The Lopers kickoff the season on Thursday night August…
Two Haigler residents are wanted on drug-related charges. According to Dundy County Court Records, Louis Cox, 68, is charged with 8 total counts, including Possession With Intent to Distribute within 1,000 feet of a Playground and Possession of a Deadly Weapon by a Prohibited Person, while Diana Thomas, 68, faces…
The 2024 North Platte Community College raffle car, a 1979 Trans Am, will spend the remainder of its summer tour at the Nebraska State Fair in Grand Island. The Pontiac will be on display inside the Pinnacle Bank Expo Center from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Aug. 23 through Sept.…
The Blue Ribbon Kick Off - The Great Steak Debate, presented by Galloway Financial Advisors and Cash Wa Distributing is set for Friday, August 23, at 6:00pm at the Pump & Pantry Party Pavilion, on the Nebraska State Fairgrounds. The Annual Blue-Ribbon Kick Off celebrates great Nebraska steak in a…
OMAHA, Neb. – The five state Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Omaha Division, which includes Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota and South Dakota, is reminding Midwestern communities to continue education efforts that raise awareness to the life-threatening consequences of fentanyl experimentation and use while recognizing National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day on August…
This week, all eyes are on the FED discussions, which could have significant implications for the economy and markets. The Pro Farmer Tour is also drawing attention, offering critical insights into crop conditions just as August weather patterns start to show their effects. Adding to the uncertainty, a potential Canadian…
Nebraska senior wide receiver Isaiah Neyor was selected to the Earl Campbell Tyler Rose Award Watch List on Wednesday. Neyor, a 6-foot-4, 220-pound wide receiver from Fort Worth, Texas, is in his first season at Nebraska after spending the last two seasons at the University of Texas, where he battled…
LINCOLN, NE – Today, Governor Jim Pillen announced the appointment of Kirk Olson to the NPPD Board of Directors for Subdivision 4. Olson is president of Olson Farms, Inc. of North Platte, which he owns and operates. He’s also one of the founders for Sustainable Beef, also in North Platte. Olson…
Read Retirement Letter to Gov. Jim Pillen here After serving 18 years on the Nebraska Supreme Court bench, Chief Justice Mike Heavican has announced his retirement to occur on October 31, 2024. Gov. Jim Pillen congratulated Chief Justice Heavican on his retirement and thanked him for his public service to…
