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Pillen’s Promises: Economic Boom and Little Harm for Neighbors. They Haven’t Always Panned Out.
This story was originally published by Investigate Midwest. Dorian Kaspar was outside, cutting trees with her husband at her farmhouse near St. Edward, Nebraska, a few years back around Easter, when a gust of wind blew through the wide-open cornfields and carried in what seemed like rain. It descended on...
Dr. James Linder to replace Dr. Gold on Nebraska Medicine board
OMAHA — Nebraska Medicine’s board of directors this week chose Dr. James Linder, CEO of Nebraska Medicine, to replace new University of Nebraska President Dr. Jeffrey Gold as chair. Linder has been CEO since 2018 and has helped teach at UNMC for four decades. He has served stints...
The Poorest Town in Nebraska has been Revealed
Nebraska, known for its vast cornfields, thriving economy, and strong agricultural industry, is not immune to the challenges of poverty. A recent study by 24/7 Wall St. has revealed that Falls City, a town with a population of 4,130, is the poorest in the entire state. This sobering revelation sheds light on the economic disparities that exist within the Cornhusker State and the urgent need for action to address the root causes of poverty.
Omaha man sentenced to over a decade behind bars for selling fentanyl-laced drugs, killing a man
OMAHA, Neb. — An Omaha man was sentenced to over a decade in prison for selling fentanyl-laced drugs. Patrick Hoshor was charged with selling a fake OxyContin pill that killed a man. A criminal complaint filed in federal court shed light on a scary early-morning situation on April 1,...
Omaha Woman Wins Fourth Truck$ & Buck$ Truck
Lincoln, NE–July 16, 2024–Kimberly McPhaul of Omaha is the fourth winner of a 2024 Ford F-150 XLT 4x4 SuperCrew truck in the 29th edition of the Nebraska Lottery’s $2 Truck$ & Buck$ Scratch game. McPhaul purchased her winning Truck$ & Buck$ ticket at Hy-Vee Food Store #04...
Dozens of old tires illegally dumped at Omaha church
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Illegal dumping is an ongoing problem in Omaha. So far this year, Omaha Weeds and Litter has reported 317 cases. Many times, old tires are illegally dumped to save recycling costs. Driving a full pickup to the back of a church, suspected illegal dumpers are being...
Hastings school board rejects In God We Trust motto amid spirited, civil debate
HASTINGS, Neb. — Four simple words – In God We Trust” – raise complicated questions. One Hastings school board member wants the motto displayed in schools but the board votes against the proposal after a civil yet impassioned debate about the role of faith in public life.
11-year-old injured after being hit by car in west Omaha has died, police say
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - The 11-year-old who was injured after being struck by an SUV while riding her scooter in west Omaha last week has died. Omaha Police announced Monday night that the female victim in last week’s crash near 102nd and Grant Street succumbed to her injuries. Officers...
WINNEBAGO TRIBE TO HOST 158TH HOMECOMING POW WOW
THE WINNEBAGO TRIBE OF NEBRASKA IS PREPARING TO HOST ITS 158TH ANNUAL POWWOW. THE CELEBRATION WILL BE HELD JULY 25-28 AT VETERAN’S MEMORIAL PARK IN WINNEBAGO. THE ANNUAL CELEBRATION OF CHIEF LITTLE PRIEST AND THE POWWOW IS THE LONGEST RUNNING HOMECOMING CELEBRATION IN THE UNITED STATES. IN THE SUMMER...
Minden P.E.O. Chapter N Honors Members
Minden P.E.O. Chapter N celebrated the long-term membership of five members with a coffee on June 18, 2024, at Bethany Home’s Chapel Fellowship Hall. Kristi Lammers was honored for 60 years, Nancy Tomsen for 55 years, and Judy Nielsen for 64 years of membership. Also honored were Cathy Osgood and Alice Laue for 52 years in P.E.O. Congratulations to these members for reaching these wonderful membership milestones! The P.E.O. Sisterhood is an international philanthropic and educational organization which promotes increased educational opportunities for women. For further information check out peointernational.org.
Gross Catholic Graduate Travis to Compete at 2024 Summer Olympics
This summer, the Gross Catholic Cougars are thrilled to be cheering on one of their own in the Olympics. A 2012 graduate, Dylan Travis will represent the United States at the 2024 Olympic Summer Games. Travis is one of four players on the national team squad for the 2024 Olympics in Paris, France. This will be the first time the U.S. ever had a 3×3 Olympic basketball team.
Fire near Whiteclay, Nebraska burns 200 acres
WHITECLAY, Neb. - A fire near Whiteclay, Nebraska burned around 200 acres. Rushville Fire Chief Keith Wellnitz said lightning caused the fire six miles west of Whiteclay early Friday morning. Firefighters were on scene until Sunday. “We’re getting really dry in Sheridan County. We were called out to a small...
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