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Omaha man sentenced for intent to distribute cocaine
Omaha, Neb. — An Omaha man was sentenced to over 3 years in prison on Friday after pleading guilty to possession with intent to distribute cocaine. Brian Chaidez, 27, of Omaha, Nebraska will begin a 4-year term of supervised release after prison. According to United Attorney Susan Lehr, on...
Steel Goes Up at Village Pointe Restaurant Site
Construction has gone vertical as structural steel is now in place for a free-standing, 7,500 sq. ft. Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen restaurant building on the north side of Village Pointe Shopping Center east of Firebirds Wood Fired Grill. Cheddar’s has an existing location near 120th & L Street.
Gering man dies in swimming accident
GUERNSEY, Wyo. -- A 65-year-old Gering man died in what is being called a "tragic swimming mishap." The incident occurred July 12. The Platte County Sheriff's Office received a report that a man jumped from a boat on the east side of Gray Rocks Reservoir and never resurfaced. Authorities have...
Exeter-Milligan Update: Hankins honored for writing
Avery Hankins was honored and recognized for her accomplishment in literature with a State award from the General Federation of Women's Club for her "Christmas Memory" narrative. Avery is a 4th grade student at Exeter-Milligan.
New GICC elementary school ready to welcome students
GRAND ISLAND, Neb. – The new Catholic elementary school in Grand Island is one month away from opening its doors and everything is set for the school year. “We were not expecting that much. In the initial phases of this project we thought maybe the projections were that we would see 95 to 100 students. And then as excitement built and people kept enrolling that number just kept increasing,” said superintendent and principal Jordan Engle.
Hope Harbor looking for more participants in ‘Hunting for Hope’
GRAND ISLAND, Neb. (KSNB) - Hope Harbor is hosting their annual fundraiser, ‘Hunting for Hope’ on Saturday, July 20. It’s a scavenger hunt throughout Grand Island with the proceeds going towards Hope Harbor’s operating costs. Their original goal was to get 30 teams registered; currently they only have half of that amount. There could be a few factors affecting this.
(Audio) North Platte Pow Wow ready to kick off weekend events
North Platte, Neb. - The North Platte Pow Wow is getting ready to kick off their fifth year beginning with an event at Pal's Brewing on Thursday with the official ceremony scheduled for Friday and lasting until Sunday. The event brings folks from all over the U.S. to learn Native American culture. This year's Pow Wow is honoring veterans.
From Haymaker to Hall of Famer: How Cozad has Always Been Apart of Jared Crick
COZAD, Neb. — He was a blackshirt that landed a First Team All-Big 12 mention twice, a second team All-American, played four seasons with the Houston Texans, and two with the Denver Broncos. Now, Jared Crick, a Cozad native, is a Nebraska Football Hall of Famer. "Having the opportunity...
Sidney church giving back to community
SIDNEY -- The Well Church understands life is not always easy, and is offering a helping hand. On Saturday, Aug. 3 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., stop by The Well Church at 432 20th Ave., Sidney, is offering a list of services to the community ... at no cost in its "Impact Sidney" event. This is a one-day event.
SD team ties for 2nd at 4-H Shooting Sports National Championships
BROOKINGS, S.D. – South Dakota’s team tied for second place for the sweepstakes award at the 2024 4-H Shooting Sports National Championships. Thirty-five youth representing South Dakota State University Extension 4-H competed at the national championships from June 24-28 in Grand Island, Nebraska. The annual competition drew 708 youth from 40 states to demonstrate their abilities in archery and shooting across multiple disciplines.
State 4-H programs continue to provide life skills experiences to Nebraska youth
HASTINGS, Neb. – When carnival rides and food stands lie dormant in the mornings, 4-H programs are the sole heartbeat of county fairs, which do more than just show off animals. "Anything you would desire to do, you can do in 4-H, it's not all about the animals," said...
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