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🏐 Dragons complete McCook Invite with 3-1 record
MCCOOK, Nebraska — Just 11 hours after playing a pair of five-set matches late on Friday, the Hutchinson Community College volleyball team was right back on the court Saturday for its final two matches of the McCook Invitational at the Graff Events Center. The Blue Dragons opened Saturday with...
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...
Milking parlor brings in crowds at the Nebraska State Fair
GRAND ISLAND, Neb. (KSNB) - There’s not a lack of things to do or see at the Nebraska State Fair and nuzzled in the cattle barn, you’ll find the milking parlor. Five times a day a presentation of the full milking process of a cow is shown and narrated by one of the Dairy Superintendents.
Nebraska State Patrol readies up for busy Labor Day weekend
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - Nebraska State Patrol troopers are readying up for busy roadways as the summer travel season comes to a close with Labor Day Weekend. “This weekend will be busy on Nebraska roads with the start of Husker football, the final weekend of the State Fair, and Labor Day weekend,” said Col. John Bolduc, NSP superintendent. “As we close out the summer travel season, let’s work together to make this a safe weekend on the roads so that everyone reaches their destinations safely.”
2 hospitalized, driver jailed after rear-end crash in construction zone
GEARY COUNTY — Two people were injured in an accident just before 10p.m. Saturday in Geary County. The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2002 Chevy Monte Carlo driven by Samuel A Mertens, 40, Kearney, Nebraska, was westbound on Interstate 70 and entered the construction zone between mileposts 295-U.S. 77 exit and 300-Kansas 57 exit.
Lady Knights notch first two wins at McCook Labor Day tournament
The North Platte Community College volleyball team entered the win column with a pair of victories to open the McCook Community College Labor Day Tournament on Friday. “We had a balanced attack that helped us generate strong one-on-one situations against Fort Scott,” NPCC head coach Alexa McCall said. “Our serve and scrappy defense against Brookhaven forced them out of system and we took advantage.”
Meet Star Crunch, 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. You don’t have to be named Little Debbie to adopt Star Crunch. He may not be a cookie, but he sure is sweet!. This good boy has been up...
Friday night roundup week 1
Hampton scored, and scored, and scored to open the 2024 season Friday night. Hawk senior Jack Bullis found pay dirt eight times as Hampton picked up a 72-28 win at Parkview Christian, highlighting the area's efforts to start the 2024 fall football season. Hampton will have a bye week next...
Harper Murray leads Nebraska Cornhuskers to gritty win over TCU
Harper Murray might have taken out the frustrations of her entire offseason on the TCU Horned Frogs on Saturday night. The sophomore outside hitter led her team in 20 total kills and 19 of those came in the final sets. Those kills were about as important as they could possibly...
#12 Volleyball Sweeps Missouri, Will Play For Bluejay Invitational Title on Sunday
OMAHA, Neb. – Ava Martin had 12 kills on 30 errorless swings while Kendra Wait dished out 36 assists and collected 10 digs to record her D.J. Sokol Arena record 23rd career double-double as No. 12 Creighton Volleyball swept Missouri on Saturday at the Bluejay Invitational. The 25-21, 25-23 25-18 victory improves Creighton to 2-0 and sets up a title match on Sunday against Drake at 2:30 p.m.
Kearney blanks North Platte in season opener 20-0
Kearney High Football started off the 2024 season with a 20-0 win over the North Platte Bulldogs on Friday night. The Bearcat defense started off by forcing North Platte to a three and out, Kearney wouldn’t waste any time scoring, with Griffin Novacek showing the long ball off early, with a 44 yard touchdown pass to Cayden John.
Nebraska football becomes third team to offer Saint Louis receiver
While the Nebraska football team is busy getting ready for its game against the UTEP Miners, it’s also looking to add some new players for the next few years. And Matt Rhule and company are looking far and wide in order to get those players. The most recent indication...
Football Recap: Tri County Northeast Starts Season with Loss at Home
Tri County Northeast couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They lost to the Bancroft-Rosalie Panthers at home by a 34-20 margin on Friday. Tri County Northeast's loss came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Ben Jorgensen, who rushed for 62 yards on only seven carries, and also threw for 42 yards and a touchdown. Brayden McCorkindale was in the mix too, providing Tri County Northeast with two touchdowns touchdowns.
Alumni, friends, foundations and corporations donate $388.8 million to University of Nebraska System in 2024
OMAHA, Neb. — The University of Nebraska Foundation donated almost $390 million to the university system during the 2024 fiscal year. Alumni, friends, foundations and corporations donated $388.8 million. That money has gone to a multitude of programs across every campus within the university system. The Flagship Lincoln Campus...
NW Softball Wins Two At LPS Invite
(Lincoln, NE) - The Northwest softball team took care of business on Friday in Lincoln at the Lincoln Public Schools Invite. The Vikings would open up the day with a 7-3 win over defending Class A state champs Papillion La Vista. Northwest would have 7 hits in the game with 1 error. Papio would have 6 hits and 1 error in the game. Becca Dinkelman would hit a home run in the game, overall having 2 hits and 2 RBIs. Reyse Zobel would deliver with 2 hits and 2 RBIs.
Milking parlor demonstration shows modern dairy cattle practices
GRAND ISLAND – Roger Henrichs of Beatrice gives a presentation filled with information in front of the Milking Parlor at the Nebraska State Fair. “All dairy cows have four parts to their stomach,” he said. “A thin dairy cow is producing a lot of milk.”. He said...
Football: St. Pat’s powers past Bridgeport
North Platte St. Pat’s controlled the ball in their season opener against Bridgeport on Friday with long, sustained drives as they defeated the Bulldogs, 21-8, at Knights of Columbus Field. “We did a really nice job on the line of scrimmage,” St. Pat’s Head Coach Kevin Dodson said. “We...
Volleyball Sweeps McMurray and University of Dallas in Season Opener
Nebraska Wesleyan (1-0, 0-0 American Rivers) opened their season with a commanding 3-0 victory over McMurry (0-2, 0-0 SCAC) at the Maher Athletic Center in Irving, TX, on August 30th, 2024. The Prairie Wolves set the tone early, dominating the first set with a 25-13 win. Addie Thomas led the charge, delivering four kills that overwhelmed the McMurry defense. The Prairie Wolves capitalized on McMurry's errors, maintaining a steady lead throughout the set.
Vegas oddsmakers all-in on Nebraska football over Colorado
Since Matt Rhule took over the Nebraska football program and Deion Sanders took the helm of the Colorado Buffaloes, there’s been no love lost between the two teams. And next week, the programs will meet one more time. It will be the last time for the near future. And...
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