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Downtown Kearney kicks off annual Summer Sidewalk Sales this Thursday
KEARNEY, Neb. — You have a chance to support local businesses and save simultaneously during the annual Summer Sidewalk Sales coming to Downtown Kearney on Thursday. Downtown Kearney announced that their annual Summer Sidewalk Sales will begin on Thursday, July 25th and run through Saturday, July 27th. They said...
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.
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.
Nebraska football emerges as surprise frontrunner for top OT prospect
Is it really happening? Is the Nebraska football team the front runner for the top offensive tackle prospect in the country? Could they be close to landing David Sanders Jr?. Not that long ago the answer to those questions would be “of course not,” but things might have changed. At least one recruiting analyst believes things are swinging the Huskers way. The level of coup it would be if Matt Rhule could pull this one off is hard to describe.
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.
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.
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.
Valentine Family Aquatic Center tentatively reopening Wednesday
VALENTINE, Neb. -- Valentine Family Aquatic Center closed Monday because of mechanical issues affecting the filtration system. Valentine Youth Activities Director Luke Grubham hopes to have the pool back open on Wednesday. “We had to replace some pipes, and the glue needs to sit. We hope to test it out...
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...
Hastings Chamber takes over annual 'Celebration of Lights' event
HASTINGS, Neb. – The well-known annual 'Celebration of Lights' event in Hastings has a new organizing body. The Hastings Area Chamber of Commerce announced Tuesday that it will now organize the annual event. According to a news release, the Downtown Center Association dissolved as an organization in December of...
15-year-old missing Alliance teen found safe
ALLIANCE -- The Alliance Police today reported a 15-year-old girl missing. Araseli Figueroa is described as a 15-year-old Hispanic girl 5 feet tall and weighing 110 lbs. She was last seen westbound on East Third Street from the 1300 block of East Third at 7:15 p.m. Monday, July 22. She has brown hair, brown/black hair and pierced ears.
Elderly Omaha couple facing Atlanta speeding ticket scam
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - An 81-year-old Omaha man is worried sick that there’s a warrant for his arrest in a city where he’s never been in his long life. A 6 News investigation found clear evidence of a mistake. Violation notices and court letters keep coming to the...
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