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First Responders respond to a fire call in Bushnell that leads to an arrest
Bushnell, Neb. - First responders respond to a residential fire call which leads to the arrest of a man in Bushnell. According to the Kimball County Sheriff's Office (KCSO), dispatched received a call of a residential fire in Bushnell. As first responders responded to the scene, they encountered 48-year-old Travis McDonald. KCSO says in a post that McDonald was tazed and arrested for interfering with a firearm. No further information was given.
Friday Flakes: Nebraska Men’s Basketball Motivated by Potentially Historic Opportunity
Do we dare say that there is some “unfinished business” for Nebraska Men’s basketball. Brice Williams and Juwan Gary met with the media earlier this week and that seemed to be the theme. Williams and Gary are both motivated by unfinished business and through their experience in...
‘Hastings Bingo’ creating opportunities to discover new businesses
HASTINGS, Neb. (KSNB) - The Hastings Area Chamber of Commerce invites people to play a fun game, while discovering new businesses with their ‘Hastings Bingo’ promotion. To play, people can go to Special Scoops, which is on the Nebraska Passport, to pick up a bingo card. On there, they can find several businesses labeled on it.
Spin doctor Matt Rhule turns Nebraska insult into a positive for the Cornhuskers
Now in year two at Nebraska, Matt Rhule is desperately trying to turn the word "desperate" into something positive for the Cornhuskers. Admittedly, Nebraska was considerably better under Rhule last year than under any point of the disastrous Scott Frost tenure in Lincoln. While the wins weren't plentiful, the fiber is certainly there to be had for the ultimate spin doctor of major college football.
Nebraska Countdown to Kickoff: No. 57 Ashton Murphy
Only 57 days remain until the beginning of the 2024 season for the Nebraska Cornhuskers which pushes Huskers freshman defensive lineman Ashton Murphy into today’s spotlight. The 6-foot-4, 225-pound defensive end out of Elkhorn South High School was a consensus three-star prospect in the 2024 recruiting cycle while also being considered a top-10 in-state talent throughout the recruiting industry. Murphy committed and signed with the Huskers over offers from Air Force, Colorado, Iowa State, Northern Iowa, and Wyoming. In 2024, Murphy is destined for a redshirt season as he’ll need to continue to develop on and off the field including within the weight room. Long term, Murphy has the potential to become an integral part of the Huskers’ defensive end rotation and has a chance to develop into a high-end starter. Contact/Follow us @CornhuskersWire on X, and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Nebraska news, notes, and opinions.
Troopers Arrest LRC Escapee After Foot Pursuit on Coal Train
(LINCOLN, NEB.) — Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol, with assistance from Butler and Seward County deputies, have arrested a man who had escaped from the Lincoln Regional Center on Tuesday. At approximately 7:15 a.m. Thursday, the Butler County Sheriff’s Office reported that they believed Justin Daro was present...
Strong to severe storms with large hail, damaging winds possible for Omaha area Saturday
OMAHA, Neb. — Severe weather could interrupt your holiday weekend plans in the Omaha area Saturday. After sunshine to start the day, clouds will start to move in Saturday afternoon. Strong to severe storms could move in as early as 3 pm that afternoon into Saturday night. The Storm...
Recent rains bring Big Blue River level up
BEATRICE – The Big Blue River in Beatrice looked more like the Big Muddy early Friday morning. The National Weather Service reports the river in Beatrice had risen about seven feet over a 48-hour period, from midnight July 3rd to early Friday, July 5th. Heavy rain and runoff upstream...
One in hospital after crash south of downtown Omaha
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - One person was taken to the hospital after a two-car accident early Friday morning. The crash happened near 13th and Bancroft streets shortly after midnight. According to Omaha Police, one of the drivers failed to yield to the other, which caused both cars to collide at...
Federal grant to help Beatrice beautify its downtown area, make it more pedestrian friendly
BEATRICE, Nebraska — A federal grant is expected to turn a long-discussed project to enhance downtown Beatrice into a reality. The city recently was named a recipient of a $21.4 million grant from the federal infrastructure bill, which will be used to reroute U.S. Highway 136 one block south, around the downtown core, to make […] The post Federal grant to help Beatrice beautify its downtown area, make it more pedestrian friendly appeared first on Nebraska Examiner.
Events happening in and around Lincoln this weekend
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - If you’re looking for something to do this weekend in or around the Capital City, here are a few ideas courtesy of the Friday Fast Facts compiled by “Visit Lincoln.”. “REMEMBERING OUR FALLEN” FROM NEBRASKA. Open during Scheels store hours, Mon.-Sun.; Free event.
Great Dane Presents Nicole Patent With HR Support Award
WAYNE – With nearly two decades of experience, a Great Dane Wayne employee was recently recognized with an HR Support award. According to a release, Nicole Patent, Great Dane Wayne Human Resources Specialist, was presented with the award. Patent has been with Great Dane for 19 years and instrumental...
'Just be mindful': Omaha veteran asks neighbors to look out for those with PTSD
OMAHA, Neb. — While Americans celebrate the U.S., it can be tough on the people who fought for it. Veteran Kevin Townsend said unexpected fireworks, especially when set off outside legal windows can trigger PTSD flashbacks. "It may shake me out of bed, jolt me awake, and then you're...
Fonner Park firework display preparations
GRAND ISLAND, Neb. (KSNB) - It took a team to set up the firework show at Fonner Park on Thursday. J & M Displays, an Iowa based company that sets us fireworks displays all over, began work around 10:30 a.m.. On Wednesday, they put on a show in York, and...
'Happy birthday': Omaha celebrates 150th birthday in 2004 with ginormous cake and KETV's Rob McCartney
OMAHA, Neb. — Omaha celebrated its 150th birthday in 2004 with a giant 1,350 sq. ft. cake and thousands lining up to grab a slice, including KETV's own Rob McCartney. The celebration started off like any other birthday party with singing "Happy Birthday," and while McCartney emceed the event, Mayor Mike Fahey and Omaha 150 chair Bruce Lawrenson took the honors of cutting the ginormous cake.
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