Ricketts, Smith react to delayed release of Renewable Volume Obligation numbers

Ricketts, Smith react to delayed release of Renewable Volume Obligation numbers

Following the Environmental Protection Agency's announcement of expected delays to finalize Renewable Volume Obligation (RVO) numbers, two lawmakers reacted negatively. U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts called it an "example of Biden’s war on American energy producers and the consumers that rely on them." Ricketts' statement also said, "American-made biofuels save consumers…
New Study Showcases Corn Farming’s Contribution to the Economy

New Study Showcases Corn Farming’s Contribution to the Economy

Corn growers were responsible for a $151 billion boost to the U.S. economy in 2023, according to a new report released this week by the National Corn Growers Association (NCGA).  The report, entitled NCGA Economic Contribution Study for 2023, looked at a number of ways in which corn growers shaped the economy,…
Storm Chasers blank Mud Hens

Storm Chasers blank Mud Hens

PAPILLION, NEB. – The Omaha Storm Chasers won a third straight games over the Toledo Mud Hens with a 4-0 shutout victory as a four-run eighth inning Thursday at Werner Park propelled the team to victory. A pitcher’s duel nearly all night long, the Mud Hens threatened in the top of…
Moo jump out to big early lead, hang on to beat Prospects

Moo jump out to big early lead, hang on to beat Prospects

Fremont, Nebraska - For the second straight game, The Fremont Moo scored double-digit runs and had double-digit hits, in a 10-8 victory over The Nebraska Prospects Thursday night, at Historic Moller Field. Fremont recorded three triples on their way to the win. Fremont got on the board in the bottom of…
McGowens to join Portland Trail Blazers

McGowens to join Portland Trail Blazers

Former Husker Bryce McGowens will continue his professional career on the West Coast, as he signed with the Portland Trail Blazers on Thursday. McGowens signed a two-way contract with the Trail Blazers after spending the last two seasons with the Charlotte Hornets. Last season, he appeared in 59 games, including…
Lexington legend passes away

Lexington legend passes away

 Oxford, Miss- Monte Kiffin the small town kid from Lexington who went on to become one of the most influential defensive coaches in NFL history passed away on Thursday at the age of 84. The University of Mississippi made the announcement. Kiffin was credited with creating the Tampa Two defense…
Explorers avoid sweep against RedHawks

Explorers avoid sweep against RedHawks

FARGO, N. D. – It was another dazzling start for the story of the year in the American Association as Sioux City’s emergency pitcher from July 6 returned to the mound for his second game with the Explorers. The formerly retired J.D. Scholten (2-0) cemented himself as a true two-way player: a starting…
KTIC NewsCenter Thursday News 7-11-24

KTIC NewsCenter Thursday News 7-11-24

A 5 year old boy died after being left unattended in a vehicle in Omaha yesterday. For the first time this season a mosquito pool tested positive for West Nile Virus in the health district of Cedar, Dixon, Thurston, and Wayne Counties. Woodbury County has been added to the northwest…
Scammers impersonating RVR Bank in Fremont and Blair texting people

Scammers impersonating RVR Bank in Fremont and Blair texting people

Scammers are texting customers and non customers in several communities using the name of RVR Bank in Blair and Fremont – attempting to get personal information. Bank representatives say they are not sending out these texts and to delete them, do not click on any links. Some customers are reporting…