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Welch Named Interim CEO at JCH&L
FAIRBURY, Neb -- Bill Welch of Fairbury will serve as the interim CEO at Jefferson Community Health & Life starting on Tuesday, Sept. 3. Lana Likens has served as temporary interim CEO since Aug. 19 when previous CEO Burke Kline resigned. Welch served as CEO of Jefferson Community Health &...
‘Week of Welcome’ Designed to Enhance College Experience
NORFOLK, Neb. – What a week it has been. What a swell mood so many students are in. The start of the academic year for Northeast Community College began Monday, Aug. 19, with students returning to class. And to help students get to know each other and learn that college can be fun, Northeast hosted activities known as the “Week of Welcome.”
Premier beef show in Norfolk marks 75 years
“None of us really expected the show to expand the way it has.”. Thus was the observation of Ces Emrich in 1979 as he reflected on the 30th anniversary of Norfolk, Nebraska’s longstanding beef show. As co-managers of the Norfolk Livestock Market Inc., Ces and his brother W.V. “Bus” Emrich had auctioneered the first annual Norfolk Livestock Show and Sale held Sept. 21, 1950.
Lincoln Police prepares for first home game of 2024 Husker Football season
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - The Lincoln Police Department is gearing up for the upcoming Husker Football season beginning Saturday, Aug. 31, against UTEP. This year, 20-40 officers will work off-duty directing traffic at numerous intersections in and around downtown Lincoln. LPD anticipates one or two lanes of traffic on 9th...
Five Heart Podcast: The Elite Leaders for Husker Football 2024 Season
On the newest Five Heart Podcast, Greg, Minnie, and the finest group of truehearted Chatterfields will discuss all the current events of Husker Football. We will discuss the takeaways from press conferences with players Micah Mazzcua, Mikai Gbayor, and Turner Corcoran. As well as Special Teams Coach Ed Foley and Head Coach Matt Rhules’ key points.
Family fights for continued awareness of dyslexia, grateful for eight years of Nebraska legislation
LINCOLN — Norah Schmidt loves reading, particularly dystopia and romance novels, but the high school senior recalls when that wasn’t always the case because of a learning disability: dyslexia. Norah, 17, remembers being pulled out of class for timed readings where staff would hold a stopwatch and track how quickly she could read and if she […]
KMAland Sports Schedule (8/24): Five area softball teams in action
(KMAland) -- Five KMAland softball teams are in action to highlight the Saturday KMAland Sports Schedule. Check out the slate KMA Sports is tracking for Saturday below. Milford Tournament (Nebraska City vs. Logan View, Cass vs. McCook) Gross Catholic Tournament (Plattsmouth) Freeman Tournament (Falls City vs. NEN, Platteview & TBD)
Norfolk doctor advises to let sunlight enter your body through the eyes
One of the best nutrients for the human body is sunlight. But according to a Norfolk physician, some in the medical community have demonized it. Dr. Keith Vrbicky of Midwest Health Partners told News Talk WJAG we need sunlight, not just on our bodies. We need it in our bodies and the best way is through our eyes.
‘American Pickers’ Will Film in Iowa This September
Earlier this summer, the show 'Antiques Roadshow' made a stop in Iowa to film a couple of episodes. Now, another popular show will be returning to the state to film!. A recent article from the Iowa City Press-Citizen reports that 'American Pickers' is set to do some antique-hunting in Iowa in September of 2024. If you're not familiar with the History Channel series, the official website reads:
Events happening in Lincoln this weekend
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - If you’re looking for something to do this weekend in the Capital City, here are a few ideas courtesy of the Friday Fast Facts compiled by “Visit Lincoln.”. FLATWATER SHAKESPEARE COMPANY PRESENTS “HAMLET”. 7pm Thurs.-Sun.; $20 Adults, $18 Seniors (65+), $16 Students, $5...
Nebraska Volleyball 2024: Tickets, Roster & Championship Hopes
There’s no place like Nebraska. Especially this volleyball season as the Huskers chase a return to the national title game. Nebraska’s season fell short last year in the championship match as the No. 1 team in the nation was swept by Texas. A heartbreaking loss, the Huskers aren’t just back in 2024. They’re better, ready to repeat a nearly undefeated season and this time claim the championship for the first time since 2017. The best part? Nearly everyone is back. Nebraska lost no players to graduation, returning their core group of freshmen as well as now-seniors Lexi Rodriguez and Merritt…
Leadership in Nebraska needs to rise to the occasion
People should not be afraid to call out elected officials from their own political parties, especially when they are out of their depth. So, no matter what you think of any of the property tax plans considered by the Nebraska Legislature, it is clear that Gov. Jim Pillen mismanaged this entire special session from the […]
‘Slap in the face’: Students, professors react to UNL shutting down Office of Diversity and Inclusion
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - By outward appearances, it’s a bright week on the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s campus as freshman in the class of 2028 make it their home for the first time. But already, a shadow’s been cast over the semester. Some say the administration’s decision to cut the Office of Diversity and Inclusion calls into question whether UNL will still be home to everyone.
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