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Smoke advisory issued in Nebraska due to western wildfires
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - Smoke from wildfires in the Western U.S. and Canada may be affecting air quality in Nebraska. The departments of Health and Human Services along with Environment and Energy have issued a smoke advisory for Northern and Central Nebraska. The advisory will last from Friday night into...
‘Absolute minimum’ property tax relief plan advances in Nebraska Legislature with few changes
LINCOLN — The “absolute minimum” property tax relief plan in the Nebraska Legislature inched closer to passage with small changes Friday, as lawmakers swatted down a proposed “compromise” for counties and municipalities. Legislative Bill 34 advanced 39-8 to a third and final round of debate. It would add $185 million in new tax relief and repurpose […]
Ricketts & Fischer Join Bipartisan Effort to Modernize Process for Disclosing Foreign-Owned Land
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Pete Ricketts (R-NE) and Deb Fischer (R-NE) joined a bipartisan effort urging the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to modernize and improve the accuracy of its foreign land ownership disclosure process. In the letter, the senators note alleged inaccuracies in information publicly posted by the Farm Service Agency (FSA) and the problems that arise when this information is inaccurate.
Adoptive parents wanted for Nebraska children
OMAHA, Neb. — A little-known Omaha-based website is promoting the stories and photos of children who need the ultimate support system: They’re children who wished to be adopted by permanent, loving families. It’s called the Nebraska Heart Gallery and it’s run by the Child Saving Institute.
Second budget bill advances after another filibuster
LINCOLN — The Nebraska Legislature on Thursday advanced the second of two budget bills of the special session intended to offset the costs of a slimmed-down property tax relief plan. But state senators spent most of the day getting there, venting about what they wish they had included in a property tax package and hunting […]
Secretary of State won’t ask NE Pardons Board to restore voting rights for convicted felons
LINCOLN — Nebraska Secretary of State Bob Evnen will not ask the Board of Pardons at its meeting next week to consider restoring voting rights to people who have completed their felony convictions. Evnen’s office announced Thursday he will pull an agenda item for the Aug. 20 meeting of the Pardons Board, of which he is […]
Kool-Aid Days to draw attendees from all across the U.S.
HASTINGS, Neb. – 23 flavors of Kool-Aid, food vendors, and countless activities are set to entertain one of the most popular yearly events in Hastings this weekend. Edward Perkins created the beloved Kool-Aid soft drink in Hastings in 1927, and is now sold on shelves worldwide. From Friday to...
ESPN’s ‘No Place Like Nebraska’ Documentary on Volleyball Premieres
ESPN's upcoming documentary, "No Place Like Nebraska," will spotlight the 2023 Cornhusker volleyball season, showcasing the transformation from a football-centric school to a powerhouse in women's volleyball. Premiering on August 25 at 4:00 p.m. CT, the film aims to celebrate the team's journey and features contributions from notable figures connected to the program. Under the leadership of Coach John Cook, the team achieved a remarkable 33-2 record and captured its fourth Big Ten title with a 19-1 record. The story also delves into the personal challenges faced by star player Harper Murray amid a social media backlash following the national championship. Cook expressed the documentary's unique insight into the team's season, including visits to players' hometowns.
‘Dating all over again’: Reed begins first season as Grand Island football coach
GRAND ISLAND, Neb. (KSNB) - The Grand Island Senior High football team has officially entered the post-Jeff Tomlin-era under first-year head coach Creighton Reed. The Adams Central alum played college football at both Chadron State and UNK. He most recently coached high school football in Texas before returning to Nebraska to lead the Islanders.
Lincoln man sentenced for conspiracy to distribute fentanyl
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - A Lincoln man was sentenced for conspiracy to distribute fentanyl on Friday. According to the Department of Justice, 40-year-old Joe Paul Shultz of Lincoln was sentenced in federal court for conspiracy to distribute and possess with intent to distribute fentanyl. A U.S. district judge sentenced Shultz...
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