Work Will Begin on N-23, from Loomis to Holdrege

Work Will Begin on N-23, from Loomis to Holdrege

May 15, 2024 (McCook, Neb.) —Weather permitting, work is scheduled to begin May 22 on N-23, from reference post 152.68 to reference post 159.64, according to the Nebraska Department of Transportation. Paulsen Inc., of Cozad is the contractor for this project. Work will include extending culverts, asphalt milling, asphalt overlay…
NSAA state track and field results

NSAA state track and field results

Omaha-The NSAA state track and field championships are underway in Classes A & B. Click here for the results. Wednesday Area Champs Class A Boys High Jump Luke Brachle, Kearney 6-06.00 Class B Girls DiscusMadison Smith, Gothenburg 147-01 Thursday Area Champs Class B Boys Pole Vault Boston Irish, Cozad 15-00.00…
Flags to Fly at Half-Staff in Observance of Peace Officers Memorial Day

Flags to Fly at Half-Staff in Observance of Peace Officers Memorial Day

LINCOLN, NE - Governor Jim Pillen, in accordance with a request from the White House, announced that all U.S. and Nebraska flags are to be flown at half-staff, today(Wednesday), on Peace Officers Memorial Day. “During Police Week, and especially today on Peace Officers Memorial Day, we recognize the tremendous sacrifice made by those men and women who have given their lives…
Considerations before turning cattle out to pasture

Considerations before turning cattle out to pasture

The time for turn out to our primary summer pastures is very near. A couple of important questions are what date to turn out, and which pastures should be first? The driving factors on the amount of grass growth at a specific date varies each year depending on spring temperatures…
Supernovas battle Mojo in Pro Volleyball Federation Semifinal

Supernovas battle Mojo in Pro Volleyball Federation Semifinal

OMAHA, NEB. - The Omaha Supernovas (16-8) return home to face off against the streaking San Diego Mojo (13-11) in the inaugural Pro Volleyball Federation Championship at the CHI Health Center. First serve is set for 8:30 p.m. CDT.   The Supernovas will make their fourth appearance on CBS Sports Network with Paul Sunderland and Holly McPeak on the call.   The match will…
Nebraska Jr. High Finals Rodeo Happening this Week in Albion

Nebraska Jr. High Finals Rodeo Happening this Week in Albion

The Nebraska Junior High Rodeo Association is gearing up for its state finals this Thursday and Friday, May 16-17. Student athletes from across the state will compete in Albion in 13 different events. At the junior high level, some events are modified to ensure athletes are given a chance to…
Redevelopment agreement approved for project in south Lexington

Redevelopment agreement approved for project in south Lexington

The Lexington City Council approved a redevelopment plan for land in the southwest corner of Plum Creek Parkway and Cattlemens Drive. The action came during the City Council's meeting late Tuesday afternoon. Todd Booth says he and partner Travis Sund had been trying to recruit various convenience store chains over…
Central Nebraska Primary Election Results

Central Nebraska Primary Election Results

Check back or refresh for updates to these results. All results are unofficial. Voters made there way to the polls for the 2024 Primary Elections on Tuesday, May 14th. This marked the first election that would require voters in Nebraska to present a valid photo ID. At the state level…
Class B State Track; Area Participants

Class B State Track; Area Participants

The Nebraska State Track and Field Championships are set to begin on Wednesday at Burke Stadium in Omaha. Classes A and B will start things off Wednesday and Thursday followed by Classes C and D on Friday and Saturday. Central Nebraska will be well-represented all four days of competition. Wednesday…
Kearney Cinema 8 Closing

Kearney Cinema 8 Closing

The Kearney Cinema 8 will be closing its doors indefinitely upon the final showings Thursday evening, May 16th. "This is an incredibly difficult decision. The movie theater industry has been severely impacted by the pandemic, competition from streaming services, the writer's and actor's strike, lack of blockbuster releases and spiraling…