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Mayor Aims to Clear Up Controversy in Cozad
The City of Cozad has recently found itself at the center of a controversy. The dispute centers on communication practices, meeting notices, and the departure of City Administrator Nikki Schwanz. The city notified the public of the June 6 meeting by posting a notice on their office door, at the...
The Cam-Back Kids: Chasers Snatch Victory With Late Rally
The Omaha Storm Chasers have a bad habit of lulling the other team to sleep just to punch them in the gut late in a game. Unlike most bad habits, this isn’t one they should break. A go-ahead, two-run home run from Cam Devanney and some defensive web-gems from...
Billboard Music award-winning rock band postpones Omaha concert due to 'a medical reason'
OMAHA, Neb. — Award-winning 90s American rock bandCollective Soul's Omaha concert has been postponed due to a "medical reason." Related coverage in the video above: Other acts coming to Omaha area. The "Shine" singers were set to take over Steelhouse Omaha's stage on July 24. The music venue's website...
Five Cozad Residents Serve on Mission Trip
Parkview Baptist Church in Lexington continued their annual tradition of sending members from their congregation on a mission trip June 18 - 24. Eleven members went on this year’s trip to Tijuana, Mexico including Cozad residents Taeh Soe, Jeremy Koch, Bailey Koch, and their sons, Hudson and Asher. It was the fourth trip for Soe and the first trip for the Koch family. Others making the trip were Noah Curtis, Abram Curtis, Duane Gangwish, Micah Scherr, Noah Scherr, and Zacoby Chee.
'Wouldn't have ever known': Mail theft victims warn Omaha community
OMAHA, Neb. — If she didn't see it happen, Kassi Daniels says she might've never found out a letter she was trying to send to a friend was stolen out of her mailbox. "I just felt really violated," she told KETV. It happened earlier this month near 144th and...
BC's Brew: Next two trips to Hoosier State will be more important; frosh to watch; roster numbers and walkons
Brewing up what we can on the way to Indianapolis, where Nebraska football will be among those on display at Big Ten media days on Wednesday. It's the first trip of three to Indiana for the Big Red in the months ahead. The next two will loom larger than this...
Blue Rivers Area Agency aims at helping senior citizens stay out of nursing homes
FAIRBURY, Neb. -- The cost of living is increasing all across the state, including living in a nursing home. Due to new guidelines and staffing shortages, people can find the cost of living in those nursing homes overwhelming. “They are also fighting low staffing issues and having to follow all...
Nebraska Football Countdown to Kickoff: No. 39 Derek Branch
The countdown to the start of Nebraska’s 2024 season is now under 40 days with Huskers defensive back Derek Branch being put into today’s player spotlight. A native of Lincoln, Branch was a standout at Lincoln Southeast High School and the son of former Huskers linebacker Troy Branch. He chose to walk-on as part of the Gophers 2021 recruiting class after receiving Ivy League in his recruitment. Through his first three years with the Huskers, Branch has appeared in one game, making his collegiate debut last fall against Northern Illinois. In that brief appearance, Branch recorded his first career tackle. Branch in 2024 will serve as a depth cornerback for the Huskers and may see the field in limited action. Contact/Follow us @CornhuskersWire on X, and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Nebraska news, notes, and opinions.
Stothert's 2025 budget: Slash property tax rate, fully staff OPD, add city facilities
OMAHA, Neb. — Mayor Jean Stothert proposed a property tax rate cut, new facilities for first responders, an asphalt plant for potholes, and continued funding for a homeless services coordinator, among other highlights in her 2025 budget. The budget is $531.1 million, a 4.8% increase over 2024, according to her office.
Jordan Larson and LOVB Omaha to play at 2 local venues next season
OMAHA, Neb. — Two arenas around the Omaha area will host League One Volleyball in 2025. Related coverage in the video above: Jordan Larson commits to LOVB Omaha. Liberty First Credit Union Arena will host LOVB Omaha on Jan. 24 and 25, March 5, and April 3. This content...
A&R Detailing Helping Prepare Students, Teachers, and Vehicles for Back to School
Get your car ready to impress in the school drop off line while helping students and teachers prepare for the classroom with a back to school special from A&R Detailing. From now until the end of August, A&R Detailing is offering free exterior automotive detailing in exchange for school supplies.
Nebraska Volleyball’s Harper Murray Sentenced for DUI
Nebraska's Harper Murray was sentenced Monday for a driving under the influence charge from an April incident in Lincoln. The rising sophomore will spend nine months on probation and was also sentenced to a $500 fine. Her driver's license has also been revoked for 60 days, and will later have an ignition interlock device. Nebraska outside hitter Harper Murray (27) passes the ball during the third set of the game against the Wisconsin on Friday November 24, 2023 at the UW Field House in Madison, Wis. / Jovanny Hernandez / Milwaukee Journal On April 5, Murray's reported blood alcohol content...
'Need our help, need our support': Local veteran helping others despite his own battle
PAPILLION, Neb. — A nonprofit got a huge donation for its ultimate purpose. A truck driving school out of Gretna donated $8,000 to Moving Veterans Forward. Both forces are coming together to get veterans back on the road to success. Moving Veterans Forward helps vets get the furniture they...
City of Omaha to name street after North Omaha educator
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - The City of Omaha is naming a street after a North Omaha educator in a special ceremony Thursday. The street is to be named after Dr. Danita Webb, a principal and vice principal who also taught at the University of Nebraska Omaha. The ceremony will take...
Phase four of Parkview Cemetery paving project continues
HASTINGS, Neb. (KSNB) - The ongoing paving project at Parkview Cemetery is in phase four out of the six phases. Morten Construction out of Kearney began working on the northern portion of phase four on Monday and plans to finish construction for this portion in 4-6 weeks, according to the City of Hastings.
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