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Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo announces millionth visitor of 2024
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - A six-year-old girl from Elkhorn is the Henry Doorly Zoo’s millionth visitor for this year. Jane Davis arrived shortly after 9:30 a.m. with her younger brother and grandparents, who are members of the zoo. Tom and Shayla Hansen, grandparents, have been bringing their friends and...
Western Dreams Come True in Blair: Howdy Vaquera Western Boutique
BLAIR, NEBRASKA (2024 JULY 22, MONDAY) – Blair’s Washington Street has a new western jewel that’s bringing flair to our community. Howdy Vaquera Western Boutique, owned by the Trevizo family, is quickly becoming a go-to destination for quality western wear right in the heart of town. The...
Fiala joins The Bridge as development director
The Bridge From Violence has announced Christy Fiala as its new development director with plans for her to transition into the executive director role in two years. The current executive director, Suzanne Smith, remains actively involved with The Bridge, ensuring a smooth transition and continuity in leadership. Fiala brings to...
UNL launches $1.3 million project to combat youth homelessness in Nebraska
Lincoln, Neb. — The University of Nebraska-Lincoln is creating a project to help youth who are experiencing or facing homelessness. The project will bring organizations together, create systems to help youth in need, and improve access to support services. It was funded for $1.3 million Youth Homelessness System improvement...
Commodity prices hex Rural Mainstreet Index
(Omaha) -- One of KMAland's leading indicators still shows the region's economy stuck in the mud. Creighton University's Rural Mainstreet Index report sank below growth neutral for the 11th straight month. The survey of bank CEOs in a 10-state region--including Iowa, Nebraska and Missouri--show July's overall reading at 41.3--down from 41.7 in June, and lowest reading since November, 2023. Speaking on KMA's "Morning Line" program Monday morning, Creighton University Economist Dr. Ernie Goss says weak agricultural commodity prices are the main culprit behind the continued economic doldrums.
Gov. Pillen clarifies property tax relief plan as special session nears
LINCOLN — Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen and his staff clarified key concepts of his property tax relief plan Monday ahead of this week’s special session. Pillen outlined seven values in a “statement of principles” that he wants lawmakers to consider regarding sales taxes. That comes as lawmakers will approach a list of likely more than 100 […] The post Gov. Pillen clarifies property tax relief plan as special session nears appeared first on Nebraska Examiner.
Breakfast Runza sandwiches make a limited-time return to Hastings
HASTINGS, Neb. (KSNB) - Breakfast Runza sandwiches are making a brief comeback to their hometown for one day only. On Wednesday, a limited number of Breakfast Runza® sandwiches, also known as Egg Bunzas, will be available at the West 2nd Street location in Hastings. This special treat, which originated in Hastings, Nebraska, was a popular menu item at a few Runza Restaurant locations throughout the 1980s.
Two caught with drugs, BB guns during east Lincoln traffic stop, police say
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) – Two people were arrested Tuesday morning after an east Lincoln traffic stop, police say. Around 1:20 a.m., a 17-year-old boy was driving east on O Street when a vehicle drove past, and a passenger pointed a firearm at him. Police said officers spotted the vehicle...
Nebraska volleyball’s Harper Murray sentenced to probation for DUI
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - Nebraska volleyball star Harper Murray has been sentenced to probation after being found guilty of DUI. Lancaster County Judge Joseph Dalton sentenced the 19-year-old to nine months probation and revoked her license for 60 days. She was also ordered to pay a $500 fine. Murray will...
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