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The Creche Society: Omaha’s Oldest Nonprofit
The Omaha Creche Society formed as the Omaha Charity Association in 1887 to provide childcare for working mothers. According to an article from the Douglas County Historical Society, “Several prominent women in the city had come to the conclusion that the community was in need of a day nursery for children, as there were many working mothers who had no options for affordable and trustworthy childcare.”
Gordon city council offers city manager position to Colorado man
GORDON, Neb. - After an executive session to interview the final two candidates for Gordon City Manager, the city council has offered the position to Scott Reed from Brighton, Colorado. Contract negotiations with Reed are still pending, along with an official start date. “We were blessed to have two outstanding...
Nebraska's new secondary coach and defensive pass game coordinator receives 2-year contract
LINCOLN, Neb. — John Butler received a two-year contract as Nebraska football'ssecondary coach and defensive pass game coordinator. Butler will earn $700,000 in 2024 and his salary will be increased to $720,000 in 2025, according to a copy of the contract obtained by KETV NewsWatch 7. Previous coverage: Nebraska...
Taylor Landfair Excited for Fresh Start with Nebraska Volleyball, Aims for National Championship
Taylor Landfair, the 2022 Big Ten Player of the Year, transferred to Nebraska after graduating from Minnesota, seeking a fresh start and a shot at a national championship. Lincoln was the perfect choice for her new journey.
Creighton Scores Late-Summer Recruiting Coup, Signs Fedor Žugić
Creighton scored a late-summer recruiting win on Thursday, signing three-point sharpshooter Fedor Žugić from Podgorica, Montenegro. It’s been a badly kept secret for awhile; when he opted out of his contract in the BBL (Bundesliga Basketball League, the top professional league in Germany) in late July, it was widely reported by the German basketball press that he was headed to Creighton.
Ex-Nebraska Cornhuskers star kicks off next stage of overseas career
Few former Nebraska Cornhuskers basketball players have had the kind of careers that Jason Dourisseau has had. Most simply don't have the skills or the wherewithal to ply their trade overseas as long as he did. Dourisseau didn't just go to Europe in order to try and make a few...
Panthers drop season opener to Lincoln Southwest
LINCOLN - The Norfolk softball team opened the 2024 campaign yesterday with a road doubleheader against Lincoln Southwest. The Silver Hawks raced out to a 3-0 lead before the Panthers got on the board in the fifth inning, but fell in Game One by a final of 6-1. Senior Lexi...
High School Football Previews: Aurora ready to return to dominance
AURORA, Neb. — The Aurora Huskies finished last season with a 6-4 mark and losing to Adams Central in the quarterfinals of the C1 playoffs. This year the Huskies return depth at a lot of the skill positions including quarterback and for 10th year head coach Kyle Peterson he says it’s the little things that separate them from a good to a great team.
Troopers Find Meth, Cocaine After Pursuit, Crash on I-80
August 23, 2024 (Grand Island, Neb.) — Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol have arrested one person after locating over 15 pounds of suspected methamphetamine and cocaine following a pursuit on Interstate 80 in central Nebraska. At approximately 7:20 p.m. Thursday, a trooper observed an eastbound Cadillac Escalade speeding...
St. Francis presents Amanda Bush with DAISY Award
Grand Island— CHI Health St. Francis recognizes Emergency Department nurse Amanda Bush, RN, its most recent DAISY Award recipient. Bush is recognized for excellence in nursing and providing above-and-beyond compassionate care to her patients and their families. The hospital chooses one recipient monthly from the many nominations submitted by...
Mega Millions® Jackpot Increased for Friday Drawing
Lincoln, NE – August 23, 2024 – Due to high sales, officials in the states participating in the Mega Millions® Lotto game have increased the estimated jackpot amount for the Friday, August 23 drawing to $535 million or $265.6 million with the cash option selected. The Mega...
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