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Police find critically injured victim from shooting in north Omaha
OMAHA, Neb. — One person was taken to the hospital in critical condition following a shooting in north Omaha. The incident happened around 10:15 p.m. in the area of 18th and Spencer streets. Police said they later found a victim near 18th and Wirt streets. There has been no...
Blair Lions Club Gears Up for Annual Bob Krogh Memorial Peach & Pear Sale
BLAIR, NEBRASKA (2024 JULY 18, THURSDAY) – The Blair Lions Club is excited to announce its 2024 Bob Krogh Memorial Peach & Pear Sale, a beloved annual tradition that supports numerous community initiatives. This year’s sale, named in honor of a dedicated former member, continues the club’s long-standing commitment to service and community support.
Veteran Nebraska football receiver getting rave reviews from coach
While he had to miss spring practice, Isaiah Garcia-Castaneda is hoping he can make a big impact for the Nebraska football team this fall. Count his position coach, Garret McGuire among those who believes he will. "Oh my gosh, he's attacked this rehab like no other." McGuire said during a...
Crete Fire and Rescue receives biggest inflow of volunteers at once
CRETE, Neb. -- The Crete Fire Department is welcoming its biggest influx of volunteers at one time. Six new volunteers are joining the department, increasing its number to 42 total members. Moving to 42 members is a big help to James Yost, Assistant Fire Chief. “Moving up to 42,” said...
Broadway Academy brings the magic of theater to Central City kids
CENTRAL CITY, Neb. — Broadway has come to Central City and you have a chance to see the work of these campers from rural Nebraska. Trey Harms, Broadway Academy technical director, and former camper Hattie Chavanu joined NTV to talk about the non-profit. Nebraska kids who attend this camp...
The City of Sidney is set to change their pay grid and a Panhandle Woman appears in court
A Panhandle woman accused of using her car to injure an individual in Scottsbluff appears in court and the City of Sidney is set to change their pay grid these stories and more on KNOP's Panhandle Roundup.
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.
Husker football commit earns fourth recruiting star
A Nebraska football commit has earned a fourth recruiting star. Shawn Hammerbeck is a 6-foot-6, 260-pound offensive lineman for Winner High School in Winner, SD. Hammerbeck earned his extra star from the recruiting service 247Sports. The remaining recruiting services rate South Dakota’s top 2025 prospect three stars. Reports suggest the Huskers may play the recruit on the offensive line as a tackle, although he has been identified as a possible candidate on the defensive line. Hammerbeck selected the Huskers over Kansas State, Minnesota, and Texas Tech. Nebraska first offered the recruit in the spring and hosted him on an official visit in April. He returned on an official visit in June before committing to the Cornhuskers on July 3rd. Committed‼️ #GBR @HuskerFootball @HuskerFBRecruit@HuskersTalk @CoachMattRhule @DonovanRaiola @s_kwilli32 @CoulterRecruits @PrepRedzoneDAK pic.twitter.com/TnRXDnL1j6 — Shawn Hammerbeck (@HammerbeckShawn) July 3, 2024 Contact/Follow us @CornhuskersWire on X, and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Nebraska news, notes, and opinions.
Behind Enemy Lines: Nebraska is looking to upset the Big Ten apple cart in Year 2 under Matt Rhule
From now until preseason camp starts in August, Land-Grant Holy Land will be writing articles around a different theme every week. This week is all about Ohio State’s opponents. From looking at the Big Ten Conference to individual opponents, to specific players, we will bring it all to you. You can catch up on all of the Theme Week content here and all of our ”Behind Enemy Lines” articles here.
Huskers to host St. Louis athlete at the end of the month
The Nebraska Cornhuskers will host a class of 2026 athlete on campus next month. Keenan Harris is scheduled to visit the Lincoln campus the weekend of July 26-28. Harris is a four-star prospect for Saint Louis University High in St. Louis, MO. Last season, he appeared in ten games, recording 95 total tackles, 8.0 tackles for loss, and 1.0 sack. He holds two dozen offers, including from Arkansas, Auburn, and Illinois. For 2026, the athlete is ranked the No. 4 player in the state of Missouri and the No. 104 overall prospect. Nebraska currently holds no commitments to its class of 2026 but has made a flurry of offers in recent weeks. As the 2025 recruiting cycle starts to wind down, the 2026 cycle is picking up steam. 2026 St. Louis (Mo.) University High four-star LB/ATH Keenan Harris will spend the July 26-28 weekend at Nebraska, he tells me No. 104 prospect nationally and the fourth-ranked prospect out of Missouri in the ‘26 cycle https://t.co/cHbOCWH3RP — Tim Verghese (@TimVerghese) July 17, 2024 Contact/Follow us @CornhuskersWire on X, and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Nebraska news, notes, and opinions.
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.
Dix man arrested on multiple charges
KIMBALL COUNTY -- A Dix man was arrested on four charges July 17 by the Kimball County Sheriff’s Office. Kenneth Childs, 65, of Dix was arrested for terroristic threats, use of a deadly weapon to commit a felony, disturbing the peace, and criminal mischief. Sheriff David Hottell says it...
Huskers add Transfers Yuzu Miyoshi, Tiziana Rossini
The Nebraska women’s tennis team continues to build its roster with the addition of sophomore transfers Yuzu Miyoshi and Tiziana Rossini for the 2024-25 season. Miyoshi competed at No. 1 singles and doubles as a freshman at Sophia University in Japan and was named the 2022 player of the year. From Kawasaki, Kagawa, Japan, Miyoshi joins the Big Red with three years of eligibility remaining. Prior to college, she competed in the Kanto Junior Tennis Championship and was named Japan Junior Tennis Tour Champions - Champion.
Big Ten program offers Nebraska football commitment
The recruitment of Brian Tapu has been all over the place. After visiting to Nebraska football in June, Tapu visited Oregon State and quickly committed to the Beavers that same weekend. This came after a number of recruiting experts projected him to commit to the Huskers. Then, after just a...
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