Texas barbecue is getting a halal makeover

Texas barbecue is often defined by salt-and-pepper brisket and pork ribs, but a new wave of Muslim pitmasters are gaining recognition for serving halal meats and putting their own spin on one of the states’ most iconic culinary traditions

August 21, 2026Updated: August 21, 2026

By ULAA KUZIEZ

With loads of experience, Huskers confident in revamped offensive line

Busy NSAA Board of Directors meeting held, before high school activities begin

'We're a brand new team.' Beatrice Football looks to turn over a new leaf in 2026

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.

State

Kimball County Manor residents participate in weekly reading club

1 hr ago

Man sentenced after repeatedly sexually abusing 6-year-old girl in Lincoln

2 hrs 50 mins ago

Hastings woman dies in I-80 crash

3 hrs 19 mins ago

UNK launches Loper Flight Academy

4 hrs 32 mins ago

RFK Jr. highlights UNMC quarantine unit during Nebraska visit

4 hrs 36 mins ago

100-year-old Norfolk Junior High auditorium restored with help from community donations

5 hrs 50 mins ago

Sports

Norfolk routs Lincoln Northwest in first ever meeting

2 hrs 18 mins ago

With loads of experience, Huskers confident in revamped offensive line

9 hrs 40 mins ago

St. Cecilia Softball Goes From Hunters to Hunted After First Championship

13 hrs 37 mins ago

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

August 20th 2026, 12:41 AM UTC

NSAA approves co-ops for 2026-27, 2027-28 school years

August 19th 2026, 4:43 PM UTC

Teraya Sigler awarded Nebraska Volleyball Lifter of the Year

August 17th 2026, 8:25 PM UTC

Ag & Outdoor

Outdoor notes: Birding Bowl inspires generous next step

June 20th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

Outdoor notes: Tips for enjoying water safely this summer

June 13th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

Outdoor notes: Rare lake sturgeon made 681-mile swim

June 6th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

Outdoor notes: Low water affecting Nebraska boaters this summer

May 30th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

Ag notes: Cattle placements rise 6% during April

May 29th 2026, 5:17 PM UTC

NGPC still offers grazing, haying opportunities

May 28th 2026, 7:44 PM UTC