Lake MacConaughy's last public boat ramp closed due to low water levels
The last public boat ramp at Lake McConaughy State Recreation Area closed Aug. 15 due to low water levels. A mud hole at the end of Spillway Bay’s ramp is causing vehicles to become stuck, with some trucks sinking deep enough for water to enter the cabs.

One day at a time, Pierce football prepares for season opener under Tyler Legate
One day at a time, Pierce football prepares for season opener under Tyler Legate

Nebraska Legislature will decide whether to apply Gov. Pillen’s 5% spending cuts during 2027 session
Nebraska Legislature will decide whether to apply Gov. Pillen’s 5% spending cuts during 2027 session

Rep. Smith discusses farm economy during Kearney visit
Rep. Smith discusses farm economy during Kearney visit

Motorcyclist dies in shooting incident with deputies
At about 2:28 p.m. Tuesday, law enforcement responded to a reported driving complaint involving a motorcycle in Logan County, Colo. During the incident, an officer-involved shooting occurred involving four members of the Logan County Sheriff’s Office.

Five arrested in undercover Omaha operation after allegedly expecting to meet a 14-year-old
Five arrested in undercover Omaha operation after allegedly expecting to meet a 14-year-old

Post Playhouse performers find generosity after wildfire near Fort Robinson
Rural Nebraska might not be the first place that comes to mind when thinking about actors and actresses from across the country. But each summer, performers travel to Fort Robinson State Park near Crawford to take the stage at the Post Playhouse.

August accident at Sargent Drilling in Geneva leaves Cordova man in critical condition
A Southeast Nebraska man was left seriously injured, but alive, after he was inadvertently run over by a colleague while working at a drilling operation earlier this month.

Fairbury council considers rate increase ordinance, approves amenities for city park, campground
Fairbury's city council will consider approving salary increases, and did approve amenities for Crystal Springs and the city park and plans for Hullabalooza this week.

Kearney proposes new regulations for future data centers
Kearney officials are proposing new regulations for future data centers, including conditional use permits, noise limits and water-use requirements.

Kimball High School wins 5K from T-Mobile Friday Night 5G Lights Sweepstakes
Kimball High School wins 5K from T-Mobile Friday Night 5G Lights Sweepstakes

UNL agricultural research facility gets $37M in USDA funding
UNL agricultural research facility gets $37M in USDA funding

Former Omaha city employee, 1 other sentenced in sex trafficking case
Former Omaha city employee, 1 other sentenced in sex trafficking case

Jail and Law Enforcement bond issue not ready for November election
Jail and Law Enforcement bond issue not ready for November election

Sixth person arrested in fraudulent Nebraska petition signatures probe
Sixth person arrested in fraudulent Nebraska petition signatures probe

City of Kimball water storage tank now fully drained
City of Kimball water storage tank now fully drained

City of Madison seeks resident input for long-term transportation plan
City of Madison seeks resident input for long-term transportation plan

Gov. Jim Pillen appoints 17 members to Nebraska Data Center Task Force
Gov. Jim Pillen appoints 17 members to Nebraska Data Center Task Force

Star City BMX to Host Nebraska State Championship Final during 600-point racing weekend
The three-day event will feature three races at Star City BMX. The event is expected to attract riders and families from across the Midwest, including Iowa, Kansas, Oklahoma and surrounding states.

26th Night of Hope Walk for Cancer battles nature
The Night of Hope's 26th year in Legion Park had the solemn spirit of the event, but dampened by afternoon rains. The Silent Auction was rained out, the quilt raffle winner announced.

Severe storm damages buildings, grain elevator in Ord
Severe storm damages buildings, grain elevator in Ord

Increase tax asking or add to a bond: Jefferson County commissioners discuss possible budget directions
Facing a cash flow shortfall due to increasing employee salaries, the Jefferson County board will consider whether to ask for a property tax increase or tack the excess onto a forthcoming road work bond.

Kimball Police Department to host Crisis Intervention Team, Mental Health First Aid trainings next month
Kimball Police Department to host Crisis Intervention Team, Mental Health First Aid trainings next month

Nebraska AG sues Omaha over minimum wage ordinance
Nebraska AG sues Omaha over minimum wage ordinance

Aurora Bookstore Helps Put 40,000 Books in Hands of Nebraska Teachers
Aurora Bookstore Helps Put 40,000 Books in Hands of Nebraska Students

Severe weather leaves damage across Mullen area
Homeowners in the Mullen area are cleaning up after severe weather moved through the Sandhills Sunday night into Monday morning.

Ex-NU Regent Elizabeth O’Connor given 1-year sentence for felony DUI
Ex-NU Regent Elizabeth O’Connor given 1-year sentence for felony DUI

Open class elevates county fair fun
After three decades of competing for best of show at the county fair, a Tecumseh woman returns as flower show superintendent

NCDHD Board of Health Adopts Regulation and Resolution to Conduct Pool Inspections
The action follows passage of LB759 by the Nebraska Legislature, which transferred authority for public swimming pool operating permits and routine operational inspections from the Nebraska Department of Water, Energy and Environment (NDWEE) to local governments, including counties, cities, villages, and local public health departments.

Free dental care available to Nebraska veterans, spouses at upcoming clinic
Nebraska veterans, spouses and surviving spouses will have an opportunity to receive free dental care later this month at a two-day clinic in Yutan.

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'We're a brand new team.' Beatrice Football looks to turn over a new leaf in 2026
'We're a brand new team.' Beatrice Football looks to turn over a new leaf in 2026
Prison inmate to serve additional time for Gage County conviction
Prison inmate to serve additional time for Gage County conviction
August accident at Sargent Drilling in Geneva leaves Cordova man in critical condition
A Southeast Nebraska man was left seriously injured, but alive, after he was inadvertently run over by a colleague while working at a drilling operation earlier this month.
Fairbury council considers rate increase ordinance, approves amenities for city park, campground
Fairbury's city council will consider approving salary increases, and did approve amenities for Crystal Springs and the city park and plans for Hullabalooza this week.
Gage County Board approves culverts bid, BUILD grant agreements
Gage County Board approves culverts bid, BUILD grant agreements
