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Torrential rains lead to near-average runoff forecast for Missouri River basin
(Omaha) -- Torrential rains in parts of South Dakota, Iowa, Nebraska, and Minnesota have led to a near-average runoff forecast in 2024 for the Missouri River Basin. That was the message from U.S. Army Corps of Engineer officials during its monthly update Thursday. Since the last monthly update, heavy rainfall led to severe flooding in parts of northwest Iowa and minor to moderate flooding along the downstream Missouri River. For June, corps officials say runoff above Sioux City was 6.6 million acre-feet, or 119% of average and 2.6 million acre-feet higher than the forecast. Thus, Ryan Larsen Corps Engineer Adam Larsen says the 2024 calendar year runoff forecast for the Missouri River Basin above Sioux City has increased to 24.6 million acre-feet, or 96% of average.
Man sentenced for role in Grand Island Best Buy theft spree
One of four men charged in connection to a grab-and-dash at a Grand Island Best Buy last year has been sentenced. Huthaifa Mesfin, 21, was sentenced Friday to three years in prison on one count of criminal attempt of theft by unlawful taking. He was given credit for 113 days served.
Shoplifting arrest leads to discovery of meth, drug paraphernalia in Grand Island
GRAND ISLAND — A shoplifting arrest at a Super Saver location in Grand Island would lead to the discovery of methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia in a moving truck on Saturday, July 13. According to the Grand Island Police Department, at 11:14 a.m., officers were dispatched to the Super Saver...
One more Heat Advisory on Monday before relief starts on Tuesday
HASTINGS — The Tri-Cities will have to endure one more Heat Advisory today before cooler temperatures start on Tuesday and will linger through the weekend. A Heat Advisory remains in effects for all counties along and south of Interstate 80, including Merrick and Polk counties through 8 p.m. Heat index values are expected to be as high as 110 degrees in certain areas, according to the National Weather Service – Hastings.
Kearney Police – Cruise Nite 2024
KEARNEY — The Kearney Police Department, in conjunction with the Nebraska Office of Highway Safety, will have additional officers working on July 20 and 21, 2024 during the Cruise Nite weekend. Officers will be out in force focusing on alcohol violations to include Minor in Possession, Open Container, and...
Alliance Police Department: The media report
P202400378 19:24 10-45 : MVA INJURY Officers dispatched to two vehicle MVA. Investigation conducted on scene. Charges recommended. Closed - Charges Recommended. P202400380 07:01 CIVIL : CIVIL MATTER Officers responded to the 1200 block of Missouri for a reported civil standby, during which bag containing a pipe and marijuana was handed over to officers. Informational.
Norfolk man arrested for shoplifting and possession of a knife
NORFOLK, Neb. (KOLN) - A Norfolk man with a criminal history is behind bars after shoplifting and having a deadly weapon. On July 13, at 2:30 p.m., a Norfolk police officer responded to a business on South 13th Street, just south of West Pacewalk Avenue, for a shoplifting report. Store...
Genoa man convicted of motor vehicle homicide for death of Columbus woman
FULLERTON, Neb. (KSNB) - A Genoa man will be sentenced in October for his part in the drunk driving death of a Columbus woman. Court records show 19-year-old Nathan Moseley pleaded no contest and was convicted of felony motor vehicle homicide and misdemeanor driving under the influence. In a plea...
Nebraska political leaders condemn violence after Trump shooting
Elected and political leaders in Nebraska reacted this weekend to the shooting of former President Donald Trump and at least two people attending one of his rallies in Pennsylvania. Here’s a sampling:. Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen: “This was a terrible incident and a shocking moment for our democracy. Suzanne...
States including Nebraska pledged hundreds of troops and spent millions to help Texas this year
More than a dozen Republican governors, including Nebraska’s, gathered in Eagle Pass in February, heeding a call from Texas Gov. Greg Abbott to confront what he labeled “President Joe Biden’s border crisis.” The governors, along with other GOP state leaders, vowed to send another round of National Guard troops from their states to the Texas-Mexico […] The post States including Nebraska pledged hundreds of troops and spent millions to help Texas this year appeared first on Nebraska Examiner.
MEDIA DAYS - Doane preps for first year under Jonathan Johnson
CRETE, NEB. - After four losing seasons in the last five years, Doane football has a new leader at the helm. Johnathon Johnson is the new Tigers head coach and after four losing seasons in the past five years, he’s looking to bring Doane back to a winning tradition.
Daylily Days in full bloom at Harmony Nursery and Daylily Farm
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - The sun may be beating this weekend, but that shouldn’t stop people from swinging on by Daylily Days at Harmony Nursery and Daylily Farm. The daylily gardens are blooming with over 500 daylily varieties that are in full bloom. The three week event is from July 8 to July 27. This is the peak bloom season for the daylilies.
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