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Victim Identified in Kearney Trail Collission
The driver / victim has been identified as Ronald D. Ayers, age 72, of Kearney, NE. Next of kin have been notified. An autopsy has been ordered by the Buffalo County Attorney’s Office. The incident involved a Union Pacific Rail Road train car and a 2014 Dodge van. The section of highway was closed for approximately 4 hours during the investigation.
Why mosquitoes are more attracted to some people than others: expert explains
KEARNEY,NEB. — Mosquitoes aren’t equal opportunity biters and that means not everyone faces the same risk of getting sick. Jeremy Eschliman, Health Director with Two Rivers Public Health Department spoke to NTV on Thursday to share the science behind them. He said mosquitoes have a very keen sense...
Juveniles cited for stealing golf cart
Kearney, Neb. — Juveniles were cited after Kearney Police said they stole a golf cart from a local golf course over the weekend. Lt. Derek Luke said three juveniles stole a golf cart from Meadowlark Hills Golf Course, 3300 30th Ave., over the weekend. He added it was recovered by KPD on Monday.
KHS Slugger Novacek decommits from UCF
Kearney High junior outfielder Griffin Novacek has decommitted from UCF baseball, citing recent NCAA rule changes. This past spring, he was a .325 hitter for the Bearcats, including seven doubles, two triples and a home run. He also picked up 18 RBIs. This summer he has been playing for the Nebraska Prospects travel team.
Fatality Accident involving train shuts down Hwy 30 outside Kearney
A fatality accident involving a train and a vehicle has shut down Highway 30 East of Kearney near Eaton Manufacturing. According to the Kearney Police Department, Kearney drivers should expect higher traffic on 39th street and 56th street through town. This is a developing story, follow Central Nebraska Today for...
Gibbon family loses everything after house fire
GIBBON, Neb. (KSNB) - A Gibbon family is without a home after a fire, likely caused by lightning, destroyed it. The Leisinger family was not home when the fire started on Tuesday. Levi Leisinger said the lightning appears to have struck the wall where the house’s only exit is located.
Anticipated return: Famous air and space show coming to Offutt Air Force Base
BELLEVUE, Neb. — Offutt Air Force Base will host the Defenders of Freedom Air & Space Show. The show will make its return after 6 years on Aug. 24 and 25. It will coincide with the 100th anniversary of Offutt Field. The Air Force Base said it will reveal...
Fox in Lincoln tests positive for rabies after coming into contact with dog, animal control officials say
LINCOLN, Neb. — A fox tested positive for rabies, according to Lincoln Animal Control. Officials said it is the first confirmed case of rabies in a fox in Lincoln. The fox was injured after coming into contact with a person's dog, Lincoln Animal Control said. Animal control was later...
Driver killed in fatal accident Thursday morning in Southwest Nebraska
Hitchcock County - A City of McCook trash truck was involved in an accident Thursday morning in Hitchcock County which resulted in the death of the driver according to officials. According to the City of McCook, the driver of the truck was identified as Wayne A. Cook, an employee of...
Lexington man accused of trying to slit man’s throat charged with attempted murder
LEXINGTON, Neb. (KNOP) - A Lexington man was charged with attempted murder after allegedly trying to slit a man’s throat. Eber Gamolier, 20, was arraigned Wednesday on two felony charges: attempted murder and use of a deadly weapon to commit a felony. A judge set his bond at 10% of $200,000.
Nebraska City subdivision dirtwork extended
(Nebraska City) -- Recent wet weather has pushed back preliminary work on Nebraska City's new subdivision. Earlier this week, the Nebraska City City Council approved a change order extending the Kreifels Hills Subdivision's substantial completion date from August 1st to September 1st, and the final completion from September 1st to the 30th. Nebraska City Mayor Bryan Bequette tells KMA News rainy weather pushed back infrastructure work in the subdivision planned for property in the northern portion of the community near CHI St. Mary's Hospital.
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