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From bit to saddle: Horse-training lessons at HHD
Editor’s note: Husker Harvest Days is Sept. 10-12 in Grand Island, Neb. Visit HuskerHarvestDays.com. From the novice to the most experienced equestrian, the horse-training demonstrations at Husker Harvest Days offer something for everyone. Ron Knodel returns for another year of horsemanship expertise. This year, he will feature more advanced...
UNMC for the record, Aug. 30, 2024
UNMC has been recognized among the Top 100 United Way of the Midlands campaign partners for its participation in the 2023 campaign that raised more than $30 million. The Top 100 partners were featured in a full-page ad in the Aug. 4 Omaha World-Herald. Nebraska Medicine also was among the honorees.
Eagles Fall In Season Opener
The Chadron State Eagles fell to Nebraska-Kearney in their 2024 season opener, losing 18-6. The Lopers scored two touchdowns in the first half, with an opening drive touchdown and a 50-yard touchdown pass. Chadron State managed to kick two field goals but struggled offensively, particularly in the second half, where they were unable to score. The result marks a loss in the inaugural clash for the Good Life Trophy, a new annual rivalry.
Experience the miracle of life at the birthing pavilion
GRAND ISLAND, Neb. (KOLN) - A popular attraction at the Nebraska State Fair is the birthing pavilion, and it’s a place where kids and adults alike get a chance to see how farm animals come into the world. Dr. Karla Huneke said they have a team of veterinarians, with...
Thursday HS volleyball highlights & scores (08.29.24)
HASTINGS, Neb. (KSNB) - The high school volleyball season began on Thursday across the state of Nebraska. The following is included in our coverage. “At the end of the day, it’s the first game out and they’re a quality opponent, they’re well-coached, they have a lot of really good players and so we know a lot about them, so we knew what they were willing to bring,” Adams Central volleyball coach Libby Lollman said. “I liked after that first set how our girls responded. We’re young and we have a lot of new pieces, so I know there are going to be some ups and downs, but I was excited when we settled in, how they finished the game”
Nebraska’s five-member congressional delegation briefs business leaders
ASHLAND, Nebraska — The five members of Nebraska’s congressional delegation briefed more than 300 of the state’s business leaders Thursday and included a warning about some economic clouds brewing over agriculture. U.S. Rep. Mike Flood of Norfolk, R-Neb., speaking at an annual event held at the Strategic Air Command & Space Museum, warned the state […]
New autism center opens in underserved Nebraska area
KEARNEY, Neb. — A new resource for kids with autism has opened up in a traditionally underserved part of Nebraska. Lighthouse Autism Center opened its first location in Kearney and third location in Nebraska. The center uses applied behavior analysis, a therapy method that focuses on teaching kids what is considered positive social skills and behaviors.
Deion Sanders issues a challenge Nebraska football is happy to accept
To the surprise of no one outside of Boulder, Deion Sanders couldn’t help but act like a jackass just minutes after his team barely overcame an FCS opponent in Colorado’s Thursday night’s season opener. In the process of acting like the charmin-soft jerk that he is, he issued a challenge to the sports world that Nebraska football would be happy to accept.
Husker researchers use machine learning to identify yield opportunities
LINCOLN, Neb. — University of Nebraska-Lincoln scientists have harnessed the power of machine learning and large-scale data analysis to enhance the Global Yield Gap Atlas, creating benefits for agricultural producers worldwide. “This is very exciting. We are now able to estimate the yield potential for every single piece of...
33rd annual Callaway Kite Flight underway
CALLAWAY – The sky at Foster Smith Field outside of Callaway will be full of kites and the ground below will have plenty of activities and food available for the annual Callaway Kite Flight on Labor Day weekend. Saturday and Sunday from 10 AM to 4 PM, adult visitors...
Broken Bow Finishes Sixth at Kearney High Girls Golf Invite
The Broken Bow girls golf team went up against Class A competition Friday when they traveled to Kearney for the Kearney High Invitational played at the Kearney Country Club. The Lady Indians finished sixth overall in the 13 team field with a 406 team score. The team champion was Lincoln Southwest with a 348 and Lincoln East was runner up with a 350. Broken Bow was led by Molly Custer who finished 9th overall with a round of 84. The low round of the tournament was turned in by Eden Larsen of Lincoln Southwest who shot a 74. Other scores for Broken Bow on the day included:
McCook YMCA seeks to renovate and modernize facilities
NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) - The Ed Thomas YMCA in McCook announced they will be pursuing a $16 million renovation project, which they hope will be in the works by March of 2025. The facility will see multiple renovations and modernizations, but CEO Mitch Gross said that there is one...
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