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Modernizing Nebraska’s child-care systems to better serve providers and families
A recent state audit of the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services’ child care subsidy program highlighting overcharges by some child care providers has cast a shadow over a profession vital to our community. There is no question accountability is of the greatest importance when taxpayer dollars are used to aid our fellow Nebraskans. […] The post Modernizing Nebraska’s child-care systems to better serve providers and families appeared first on Nebraska Examiner.
‘6 Regions, One Nebraska’ campaign begins
A broad coalition of state and local leaders convened in Grand Island Thursday to announce a “6 Regions, One Nebraska” initiative designed to reflect a new era of economic development.K.C. Belitz, director of the Nebraska Department of Economic Development, introduced the project on the campus of Central Community College, a location which in and of itself was significant since the six regions…
Grand Island man sentenced to 10 years for firearm possession as a felon
Omaha, Neb. — A Grand Island man has been sentenced to 120 months in prison for being a felon in possession of a firearm. According to United States Attorney Susan Lehr, Gatkuoth will begin a 3-year term of supervised release after prison. On April 8, 2022, Omaha Police Department...
Lincoln Crime Stoppers looking for suspect behind multiple thefts and forged checks
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - Lincoln Crime Stoppers needs the public’s help identifying suspects in two theft cases. The first case happened on July 1, at Pinnacle Bank on 61st and Havelock. According to Crime Stoppers, the person of interest (shown below) came into the bank with more than $4,500...
Public given a glance at Broken Bow school construction progress
BROKEN BOW – A group of about 30 gathered in the east commons area of the Broken Bow High School building for a tour Tuesday evening. Wednesday tours were cancelled due to Tuesday evening’s storms. Broken Bow Superintendent Darren Tobey and Hausmann Construction Project Superintendents Casey Heller and...
Falls City Council to address fireworks schedule and dangerous dogs
(KLZA)--The Falls City Council is expected to discuss and eventually take action on city codes concerning the discharge of fireworks in the city and the dangerous dog ordinance. During Monday nights Council meeting, Ward I Councilman Don Ferguson said that he received a number of complaints this year about how...
Council applies for funds to clean up dilapidated buildings
——— Top photo: A rundown house at 1200 E. Fourth in North Platte in 2020 that was later torn down. The completion of the tasks for the city attorney fell to Terry Waite, who took on the responsibility after Stack retired. Some properties were condemned and demolished, such as a prominent building next to the Hub Bar on the north side of the city, which was torn down in 2022.
Good Samaritan removes old tires illegally dumped at Omaha church
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Illegal dumpers drove behind a church to leave a disgraceful eyesore. 6 News’ story told how the small congregation of senior citizens at Mount View Presbyterian Church doesn’t have the physical or financial strength to remove the old tires. “We would have to pay...
Man tased after he attempted to flee traffic stop in Grand Island, meth later found
GRAND ISLAND — Two men would be arrested and one of them tased after he attempted to flee a traffic stop where methamphetamine was discovered on Tuesday, July 16. According to the Grand Island Police Department, at 2 p.m., officers conducted a traffic stop on a black 2009 Nissan Altima with no plates or visible in-transit documentation.
Former UNK player, GA establishes new volleyball club
KEARNEY, Neb. (KSNB) - Former UNK volleyball player and graduate assistant Maddie Squiers is continuing her volleyball journey by stepping aside from the full-time coaching to pursue a new opportunity: Founding the Antelope Volleyball Club. “I just kind of knew that that is what I wanted to do, nothing really...
WATCH: Man sneaks behind counter at Lincoln gas station to steal Swisher Sweets
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) – Police are searching for a man who stole Swisher Sweets from a north Lincoln gas station earlier this year. On March 12, security video captured a man sneaking behind the counter at Casey’s near 33rd and Holdrege streets while the cashier was in the restroom.
Thursday Forecast: Oppressive heat in the rearview mirror
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - We broke a four-day streak of highs between 90-98 degrees yesterday with a high of 84. If you think that was a comfortable break from the heat, just wait and see what’s in store for the weekend. It should be a mostly sunny to partly...
PHS Fifty-Year Class Gathers For Alumni Weekend
On May 19, 1974, seventy-three classmates walked across the stage at the then, “new gym” to receive their Pierce High School (PHS) diplomas. Of the 73 graduates, six have passed away. Over the course of the PHS alumni weekend, June 28-30, 40 of the remaining 67 class members...
Beatrice Humane Society gives free vaccinations and microchips
BEATRICE, Neb. (KOLN) - Beatrice Humane Society is partnering with Petco Love to provide 200 free vaccinations and microchips for cats and dogs. Wednesday from 3 to 5:30 p.m., owners and their furry friends can go to the Gage County Fairgrounds to utilize the free resource. Vaccinations include parvovirus and distemper for dogs, panleukopenia for cats and rabies for both.
Omaha City Council advances several major items including Costco annexation
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - The Omaha City Council covered a lot of ground Tuesday after two weeks off. The meeting went well into Tuesday evening, covering 124 agenda items and taking nearly five hours to do so. Of note, they green lit the annexation package to include the new Costco...
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