DNA testing results fail to exonerate Timmens

DNA testing results fail to exonerate Timmens

Lexington, Neb. -- A hearing to dismiss the motion of an Overton man found guilty of second-degree murder in the beating death of his girlfriend in 2000 was held Friday. Timmy Timmens was convicted in 2001 of killing 35 year old Tracy Giugler and is serving 45 years-to-life in prison.…
City of York has broad support for pedestrian trails

City of York has broad support for pedestrian trails

(York, NE) - In July 2022 the City of York was awarded $15.6 for Project Access York, a major trail and pedestrian safety project. Project Access York will fund almost 9 miles of trail expansion throughout the city, a pedestrian overpass over Highway 81 near the interstate and safety improvements…
Man arrested for attempted murder in York

Man arrested for attempted murder in York

A North Carolina man was taken into custody earlier this week after police say he tried to kill two York residents. The York Police Department says officers responded to a home on Meadow Lane on Monday night for a possible burglary.The people who lived there were not inside at the…
Red Dirt stars Turnpike Troubadours headline Nebraska State Fair  

Red Dirt stars Turnpike Troubadours headline Nebraska State Fair  

The Nebraska State Fair has announced their headline concert, as the kings of Red Dirt music Turnpike Troubadours have been added to the 2024 Nebraska Lottery Concert Series. “Turnpike Troubadours are used to headlining major events and selling out arenas,” said Karli Schulz, Entertainment and Events Director. “We are thrilled they are coming…
Train derailed west of Exeter

Train derailed west of Exeter

EXETER - A BNSF train derailed near Exeter shortly before 11 a.m. Friday. Nebraska State Patrol, and officials with BNSF were on the scene into the afternoon. The Fillmore County Sheriff's Office said a fertilizer truck was crossing the tracks when it was hit by the westbound train. One person…
Nebraska Tourism officials announce 2024 Passport Stops, including bonuses for 15th year

Nebraska Tourism officials announce 2024 Passport Stops, including bonuses for 15th year

Nebraska Tourism is excited to announce the stops included in the 2024 Nebraska Passport program. The Passport inspires Nebraskans and tourists to travel throughout the state collecting stamps to earn prizes while also supporting Nebraska's tourism destinations and local businesses. The Nebraska Passport program is entering its 15th year. "Reaching 15…
Referendum on Opportunity Scholarship Act to remain on general election ballot

Referendum on Opportunity Scholarship Act to remain on general election ballot

Nebraska's Secretary of State says a referendum on LB753, the Opportunity Scholarship Act, will remain on the general election ballot for voters to consider whether it should be repealed. The referendum petition question was certified by Bob Evnen last October, but in January, Sen. Lou Ann Linehan sent a letter…
January UNL economic survey points to moderate growth into summer

January UNL economic survey points to moderate growth into summer

Nebraska’s leading economic indicator rose in January, according to the most recent report from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. The indicator, designed to predict economic activity six months into the future, increased 0.58%. “The increase in the leading indicator suggests that the Nebraska economy will grow at a moderate pace through mid-2024,” said economist Eric Thompson, director of…