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Emergency residency program has had statewide impact
The UNMC Emergency Medicine Residency Program marked its 20th anniversary in June, with a recognition of the far-reaching impact the training program has had across Nebraska and beyond. Over the past two decades, the emergency medicine residency program has been a cornerstone of excellence in shaping the careers of emergency...
Lincoln pedestrian hit by car passes away at hospital
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) – The Lincoln Police Department is investigating a crash Saturday that left one pedestrian dead. First responders were called to the intersection of Sun Valley Boulevard and West O Street at 11:45 a.m. for a pedestrian hit by a car. LPD said the victim was transported...
Kent Sievers’ retirement reception set for July 24
Kent Sievers – the photographer who captures life at UNMC from behind the lens of his Canon camera – will retire from UNMC Strategic Communications this month. A retirement reception will be held July 24 from 2 to 4 p.m. in the Linder Reading Room inside the Sorrell Center. The campus community is invited to attend. Remarks are scheduled for 3 p.m.
Researchers handing out colon cancer test kits at DMV as part of innovative clinical trial
Earlier this year, Juanita Thomas, 63, went to her local Department of Motor Vehicles to register a car. For Thomas — a retired housekeeper, mom, grandmother and great-grandmother in Omaha, Nebraska — cancer was the last thing on her mind that day. But, while at the DMV, she was approached no fewer than three times by people offering her a free colorectal cancer screening kit.
Sunday Forecast: Another cool day with widely scattered showers
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - It had been almost two weeks since the Lincoln airport received any measurable rainfall, but that streak was snapped yesterday. More rain fell early this morning with off and on showers likely tonight and into tomorrow as well. Meanwhile, isolated severe storms are possible this afternoon...
Visit northwest state parks for fun events in August
Spend some time this summer in Nebraska’s northwest state parks. During August, events are planned for those for all ages and interests. Don’t forget to purchase a required vehicle park entry permit to enter the state parks. Get one at OutdoorNebraska.gov or at state park entrances. Kayak cleanup...
Former Nebraska senator who vacated his seat to serve as president of University of Florida system announces resignation
OMAHA, Neb. — Former Nebraska Sen. Ben Sasse announced his resignation as thepresident of the University of Florida System because of his wife's epilepsy diagnosis. Sasse notably vacated his Senate seat in 2023 after being chosen as the University of Florida President. His seat was filled by Pete Ricketts.
Broadway Academy staff takes the stage ahead of weekend performances
CENTRAL CITY, Neb. (KSNB) - The Broadway Academy staff took the stage ahead of this weekend’s performances in Central City to raise money for the camp’s scholarship fund. The Broadway Academy is a non-profit organization that brings in professional actors from New York to Los Angeles to Central Nebraska to give students from rural communities the chance to learn and work alongside professionals.
Car crashes into side of Lincoln building
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) – A car drove into the side of a Masonic Lodge on Friday night. The Lincoln Police Department was called to the area of 27th and B streets just before 6:30 p.m. on reports of a single-vehicle crash. A Channel 8 employee at the scene said...
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