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$8 Million in Errors: State to Take Over Troubled Omaha Public Schools Pension Fund Amid Audit Chaos
Omaha Public Schools’ pension fund, plagued by an $8 million audit revelation of errors like overpayments and miscalculations. Omaha School Pension Fund Audit Reveals $8 Million in Errors, State Worried About Overwhelming Administrative Challenges. Omaha Public Schools will soon hand over control of its pension fund to the state...
Three & Out: Jamar Mozee gets to work for Nebraska, end-of-the-summer BBQ visitor list is coming together, and big increase in high school football transfers
This week, we discuss Nebraska's latest hire and how he got to work immediately, the July 27 visit date coming together, and the increase in high school football transfers. The post Three & Out: Jamar Mozee gets to work for Nebraska, end-of-the-summer BBQ visitor list is coming together, and big increase in high school football transfers appeared first on On3.
Property taxes and school funding: Feedback sought in Omaha and Lincoln
Bipartisan group of 11 state lawmakers said in a statement that these two forums provide an opportunity for people "to weigh in on property taxes and share thoughts on the upcoming special session."
Nebraska City Council to Discuss ARPA Funds and Fire Department Needs Tonight
The Nebraska City City Council is set to meet today at 6 p.m. The agenda features discussions on using ARPA funds for the South Table Creek railroad trestle, purchasing fire department pagers, and holding a public hearing on the Citizen’s Advisory Review Committee. Gloria Glover and Jim Kuhn are candidates for the mayor’s appointment to the committee.
Falls City pursues Stone Street amphitheater
FALLS CITY – The Falls City City Council approved a resolution committing a property north of the Falls City Library & Arts Center for an amphitheater. The amphitheater is proposed on five open lots at 1506 Stone St. It will provide 15,000-square-feet of space for creating an arts-focused environment, promote recreational activities and stimulate economic growth.
Solar-powered cars returning to the Homestead National Historical Park
BEATRICE – The Electrek American Solar Car Challenge is coming back through Nebraska, including a stop at the Homestead National Historical Park, Wednesday, July 24th. The annual event promotes creativity and ingenuity among university and college students, who engineer solar cars that participate in a cross-country race. Homestead National...
Meet the USA women’s volleyball players who have been part of this NCAA dynasty
Three former Nebraska volleyball players will be competing for the US Women’s National Team as they look to repeat their performance when they took gold in the 2020 Tokyo Games. Jordan Larson, Kelsey Robinson Cook and Justine Wong-Orantes begin their journey on July 28th, as the preliminary phase of...
The latest on Nebraska football 5-star target David Sanders
Not long ago, it felt like Nebraska football was out of the recruitment of five-star offensive tackle David Sanders. But when the elite prospect recently included the Huskers in his top four, that calculus changed. Nebraska football has felt on the outside looking in for much of this recruitment. But...
First annual concert series features two free shows in Hastings
HASTINGS, Neb. – Two Hastings businesses are organizing the first annual 'Downtown Summer Sounds' concert series, which features two free outdoor concerts. Frahm Bar and First Street Brewing announced the concert series in July. Co-Owner of Frahm Bar Cortney Davis and Jessi Hoeft of First Street Brewing created this...
Omaha woman sentenced to over 10 years for meth distribution
Omaha, Neb. — An Omaha woman has been sentenced to 130 months in prison for distributing methamphetamine. According to United States Attorney Susan Lehr, Shelby English, 42, will begin a 5-year term of supervised release after prison. On May 24, 2023, a confidential source coordinated a controlled purchase of...
Big Ten Offseason Evaluation: Nebraska Cornhuskers
In our Big Ten Offseason Evaluation series, we’ll break down the roster changes and outlook for all 18 Big Ten basketball teams heading into the 2024-25 season. Next up is Nebraska, which is coming off its best season in years.
McVeigh signs contract with Houston Rockets
A former Nebraska basketball player has signed a contract to play in the NBA. Forward Jack McVeigh has agreed to a two-way deal with the Houston Rockets. The Australian played three seasons for the Cornhuskers (2015-2018). He would appear in 78 games at Nebraska, averaging 5.3 points and 2.3 rebounds per game. McVeigh would depart Nebraska after his junior season due to reduced playing time and sign with the Adelaide 36ers of Australia’s National Basketball League. He would spend the 2024 season with the Tasmania JackJumpers. McVeigh averaged 16.5 points and 5.4 rebounds per game. He was named to the All-NBL Second Team and was also the MVP of the championship series. McVeigh recently earned a spot on a basketball team for the 2024 Paris Olympics representing his home country of Australia. Houston, @theJackMcVeigh has landed. pic.twitter.com/tQXvdLTfcn — Nebraska Men's Basketball (@HuskerMBB) July 16, 2024 Contact/Follow us @CornhuskersWire on X, and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Nebraska news, notes, and opinions.
Omaha man facing animal cruelty charges after incident in Bellevue
BELLEVUE, Neb. (WOWT) - An Omaha man will appear in court facing a charge of cruelly neglecting an animal resulting in death Thursday. Eduardo Acevedo-Jara, 20, will be facing these charges after being arrested Tuesday after an officer found a puppy lying dead in its dog bed on the front porch of their house at 40th and Gertrude Terrace.
Nebraska offers 2027 tight end from California powerhouse
The Nebraska Cornhuskers are the latest program to offer 2027 tight end Mark Bowman. On Tuesday, the Huskers extended an offer to the 6-foot-5 Bowman, who attends California powerhouse Mater Dei in Santa Ana, California. Despite being only a 2027 prospect, Bowman has put together a tremendous offer sheet, including Alabama, Florida State, Georgia, Miami (FL), Ole Miss, Ohio State, Oregon, Tennessee, Texas, USC, Utah, and Washington. Bowman appeared in eight varsity games as a freshman. In those eight appearances, he made 11 catches for 125 yards and four touchdowns. The Cornhuskers currently do not hold any commitments in their 2027 recruiting class. Matt Rhule and the company are currently focused on their 2025 recruiting class, which holds 16 commitments, including picking up a commitment from Texas defensive back Bryson Webber over the weekend. ALL GLORY TO GOD!! Blessed to receive an offer from The University of Nebraska!@MozeeJ43 @MDFootball pic.twitter.com/8ZBcuTUOF6 — Mark Bowman (@Mark_Bowman09) July 16, 2024 Contact/Follow us @CornhuskersWire on X, and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Nebraska news, notes, and opinions.
2 arrested in Sarpy County vehicle theft case
SPRINGFIELD, Neb. (WOWT) - The Sarpy County Sherriff’s Office released a statement confirming they have arrested two men in connection to a carjacking that took place Thursday. In their statement, the Sheriff’s Office identified the two men as Anthony Butcher, 21, of Omaha, and Lonnie Partee, 19, of Marion,...
Falls City hopes to grow workforce 'organically'
FALLS CITY – Falls City economic developer Lucas Froeschl downplayed immigration as a plausible solution to fill local workforce gaps during Monday’s city council meeting. He said while some of the country's largest companies have the resources to bring in immigrants, smaller host communities may not be ready.
TeamMates and Huskers Team Up for Golf
Gothenburg’s TeamMates Mentoring Program is celebrating its 22nd year of existence. In 2001, Adrian Fiala, a former Husker football and baseball player, organized a golf tourney specifically for Gothenburg TeamMates benefit. After Fiala’s death in 2014, his close friend, Dave Morock, has led the charge. The Adrian Fiala Memorial TeamMates Golf tournament will be held on Saturday, July 20, at Wild Horse Golf Club.
Nebraska Countdown to Kickoff: No. 45 RB Izaac Dickey
Just 45 days remain until kickoff of Nebraska football program’s 125th season. In the player spotlight with officially a month and a half to go before August 31 is Nebraska freshman running back Izaac Dickey. The 5-foot-10, 210-pound Dickey walked-on to the Huskers this offseason after officially committing to the program last June. Dickey is a native of Stromsburg, Nebraska and had a terrific career at Cross County High School where he was a three-year starter at fullback for the Cougars. During his high school career, Dickey totaled nearly 1,800 rushing yards and 40 touchdowns. He was also a standout on defense with over 200 career tackles. With the Huskers, Dickey will be a valuable depth piece in the backfield. Contact/Follow us @CornhuskersWire on X, and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Nebraska news, notes, and opinions.
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