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‘Twisters’ behind the scenes: Nebraska professor lends scientific expertise to movie makers
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - It’s the summer film that moviegoers and weather fanatics have been looking forward to: “Twisters” hit the big screens Friday, a remake of the original “Twister” film from 1996. While making the new movie, creators wanted to make sure the storyline...
University of Nebraska students create human chain along Dodge Street to raise awareness of violence in Bangladesh
OMAHA, Neb. — Students on UNO, UNL, UNMC and UNK's campuses gathered to show their solidarity with the students who have been attacked and killed in Bangladesh. A news release from UNO said, in Bangladesh, the career market is based on a quota system that has 44% of positions are merit based and the remaining are for whatever is needed.
Nebraska football expected to secure commitment from top recruit DL target
The Nebraska football team looks like they might be about to officially haul in a top defensive recruiting target. In fact, it’s entirely possible considering the little hints Husker coaches have been giving this week that they already have. Even if he isn’t officially in the fold for the...
Five-star offensive tackle names Nebraska as a top school
A top class of 2026 offensive lineman has cut his list of finalists, and Nebraska made the list. Jackson Cantwell is a five-star offensive tackle for Nixa High School in Nixa, Missouri. Cantwell cut the number of offers he’s currently considering in half. Nebraska is listed among the 14 finalists the tackle named earlier in the week. Cantwell excels at sports other than football as well. During his freshman year in high school, he threw the shotput 62-0.5 feet, good enough for the third longest all-time for a freshman. It should be no surprise that Cantwell would excel at the shotput. His father,...
Wymore Area Livestock show provides a warm up for Gage Co. Fair
WYMORE, NEB. - Practice makes perfect, it’s a saying old as time. On Thursday night, participants in area livestock showing got to do just that, in a pre fair livestock show. “It’s just a chance to get the animals out in the ring with animals and have one chance...
Huskers projected to land four-star defensive lineman
The Nebraska Cornhuskers have been projected to land a four-star prospect and class of 2025 recruit. Kade Pietrzak is a defensive lineman for Sheyenne High School in West Fargo, ND. Pietrzak is currently ranked as the No. 1 prospect in the state of North Dakota for the 2025 recruiting cycle. Bryan Munson of the On3 Network has projected an expert prediction for the Husker to receive Pietzak’s commitment. Nebraska, Oklahoma, and Kansas State are believed to be in the running. The Huskers class of 2025 holds 16 commitments and is ranked No. 28 nationwide. The Cornhuskers have also been making a series of offers to 2026 recruits but have not received any commitment. No timetable has been announced for when Kade Pietrzak will announce his decision. Nebraska insider @BryanMunson_ has logged an expert prediction for the Huskers to land 4-star DL Kade Pietrzak🌽 Read: https://t.co/h3ymGBw4Dz pic.twitter.com/NQuGBgGl2o — On3 Recruits (@On3Recruits) July 18, 2024 Contact/Follow us @CornhuskersWire on X, and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Nebraska news, notes, and opinions.
Shelby storeowner makes a mark on main street with ‘just a little bit of everything’
SHELBY, Neb. (KOLN) - At Hometown Table & Exchange, the coffee drinks are named after the kids in Shelby, who helped the owner develop the flavors. “A lot of the drinks are inspired by the kids from school here in the area that kind of gave me the different flavors to go with,” said Amanda Thelen, the owner. “So they inspired me and made my menu kind of.”
Now Serving Omaha: Dumpling Empire
OMAHA, Neb. — Brand new in Ralston,Dumpling Empire (5413 S 72nd St.) is looking to be your go-to destination for dumplings, wontons, stir fry, buns, and much more. "All the noodles you can find are handmade," said assistant manager Keen Pei. "All the dumplings and the buns, we handmake that in front of the customer."
Kearney Little League falls in Majors Tourney, Will Face Hastings Saturday Afternoon
KEARNEY, Neb. — Kearney Little League has been cruising throughout the Little League State Majors Tournament, but got halted by South Sioux City, Friday afternoon. Kearney fell to SSC, 1-0, falling to the loser's bracket. South Sioux City heads to the championship game on Sunday, and will have to be beaten twice.
Meet Eden, the pet of the week available for adoption at the Nebraska Humane Society
OMAHA, Neb. — Each week, KETV NewsWatch 7 showcases an animal up for adoption at the Nebraska Humane Society. Eden is 9 years old and doesn’t want to spend her golden years at a shelter. Can she come home with you?. She still has plenty of love to...
Boil Water Order for City of Humboldt
(KLZA)--A boil water order has been issued for the city of Humboldt. During the month of July the City of Humboldt found E. coli at the point-of-entry into the public water system. Citizens of Humboldt are told not to drink the water without boiling it first. Bring water to a...
Bayley And Jax Trade Words; Belair Gets The bEST Of Green
Friday Night SmackDown emanated this week from the CHI Health Center in Omaha, Nebraska. Nia Jax and WWE Women’s Champion Bayley are ready to conduct a side-by-side interview with Corey Graves moderating the discussion. Nia demands to be referred to as Queen Nia, and says that she’s starting to feel sorry for Bayley, because at SummerSlam, she’s going to beat her and take her title, comparing her to an “old, sick dog”. By becoming champion, Jax believes she will be put out of her own misery.
Nebraska to host class of 2026 offensive lineman at the end of the month
The Nebraska Cornhuskers are preparing to host a class of 2026 offensive linemen at the end of the month. Hudson Parliament is a 6-foot-4, 285-pound prospect from Brandon Valley High School in Brandon, SD. Parliament made headlines earlier this month with his performance at Nebraska’s Friday Night Lights camp. That performance earned him a scholarship offer from the Cornhuskers. He has been a popular name on the recruiting trail with offers this offseason from Iowa, Iowa State, and Minnesota. Nebraska’s class of 2026 still holds no commitments, but a flurry of recent offers hopes to change that. #GBR 🌽 🙏 pic.twitter.com/hgCDaAiUcq — Hudson Parliament (@Hud_Parliament) June 28, 2024 Contact/Follow us @CornhuskersWire on X, and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Nebraska news, notes, and opinions.
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