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Blair EEE Risk Remains Low
BLAIR, NEBRASKA (2024 AUGUST 26) – In August 2024, Dr. Anthony Fauci was hospitalized with West Nile Virus, while Massachusetts reported its first human case of Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) since 2020. Both are mosquito-borne diseases. This article examines the risk of EEE in Blair. EEE is a virus...
Pacific Northwest Corvette Caravan makes a stop at the Museum of American Speed
LINCOLN, NEB — On Tuesday, August 27th, from 7 a.m. to 10 a.m. over 300 corvettes made a stop at the Museum of American Speed. This was the PNW Caravan's first appearance at the Museum of American Speed, as the Caravan departed from Sandy, Oregon, and Issaquah, Washington on the morning of August 22nd.
Pilot identified in fatal Knox County plane crash
CROFTON, Neb. (KOLN) - The pilot killed in a small plane crash in Knox County on Monday has been identified as Joseph Rudloff, 73, of Norfolk. Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol responded to two separate small plane crashes that occurred Monday morning in Knox County and Wayne County. The...
2024 Defenders of Freedom Air & Space Show entertains nearly 80,000 flight fans
OFFUTT AFB, Ne. – The 2024 Defenders of Freedom Air & Space Show successfully concluded this past weekend, drawing nearly 80,000 attendees. After a six-year hiatus due to the 2019 flood, COVID-19, and runway construction, this year’s air show faced several unique challenges, yet it ultimately showcased the resilience and dedication of the men and women of the 55th Wing.
Platinum-selling violinist Lindsey Stirling plays private concert for patients, families at Omaha's Children's Hospital
OMAHA, Neb. — Platinum selling violinist Lindsey Stirling played a private concert for patients and their families at Children's Hospital in Omaha on Monday. Organizers said the music helps soothe patients and teaches motivation and endurance through music. Stirling is inspiring a new generation of violinists with her unique...
Mullet madness: Small town, big hair at Hay Springs festival
HAY SPRINGS, Neb. - During the Hay Springs Friendly Festival, the small Sandhills town more than doubles in size. “This is by far the biggest event that we have all year,” Greg Yanker said. From live music to vendors and bounce houses, the festival offers a little something for...
Fremont Public Schools invites you to join TIGER NATION!
Fremont Public Schools invites you to join TIGER NATION! FPS is now hiring Bus Aides, Bus Drivers, Elementary Paras, Special Education Paras, ELL Paras, Custodians, Substitute Teachers, Food Service Workers, After School Program positions and more! Click HERE to apply.
Methodist Fremont Health names Vobejda as president, CEO
Steve Goeser, president and CEO of Methodist Health System, has announced that Bill Vobejda has been chosen as Methodist Fremont Health’s president and CEO. The Methodist Fremont Health board of directors selected Vobejda, and the Methodist Health System board of directors ratified the decision. Vobejda will assume the leadership role on Sept. 2.
Camp Maranatha to debut new family-oriented event this fall
NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) -Camp Maranatha in Maxwell is known for its bible summer camps, and the organization is now debuting a new family-oriented event this fall. The event is titled, “Family Fun Days.” During this time, families from across the region can enjoy activities such as zipline, archery, sand volleyball, disc golf, fishing, putt-putt and nature walks.
WCCA Board welcomes Starr Lehl as new District 3 representative
SCOTTSBLUFF -- The Western Community College Area (WCCA) Board of Governors announced today, August 26, that the District 3 vacancy has been filled by Starr Lehl of Minatare. Lehl was sworn in at the August Board of Governor's meeting. Lehl will serve the remaining term of former District 3 representative Misty Curtis, who resigned to accept the WNCC Alliance Campus Director position.
Lincoln plans blood drive to honor slain investigator
LINCOLN, Neb. — Lincoln police Chief Michon Morrow said Aug. 26 will never be the same for her and other Lincoln police officers. On that day four years ago, Investigator Mario Herrera was shot trying to serve an arrest warrant on a murder suspect. "It shook us to our...
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