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Controlled explosions used to demolish old wind turbines in northeast Lincoln
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - Lincoln Electric System announced that two wind turbines have been removed after nearly 25 years of operation. LES started the preparation process of the demolition midway through June and removed the wind turbines Tuesday morning. The first turbine collapsed due to a controlled explosion at its...
City of Cozad files disaster declaration after hailstorm
NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) - Dawson County residents are still grappling with the aftermath of a weekend hailstorm that caused widespread destruction. The Cozad Development Corporation (CDC) announced that the city has submitted paperwork to designate the storm as a disaster. Meetings with state officials are scheduled to secure necessary assistance for those affected.
Jersey Mike’s Subs announces new opening date for North Platte location
NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) - The Jersey Mike’s Subs location in North Platte has set a new opening date of Aug. 21, following delays related to blueprints and construction. Originally slated to open on June 1, the restaurant faced setbacks when blueprints from Jersey Mike’s Subs corporate were not finalized in time, and subsequent construction delays further pushed back the schedule. Owner and operator Alexa Ladd confirmed the revised opening date and expressed confidence that the location will be ready by late August.
Supernovas Hire Kuhn as Head Coach
OMAHA, Neb. — Press release courtesy of Omaha Supernovas:. The Omaha Supernovas are thrilled to officially announce Laura “Bird” Kuhn as head coach, dropping the interim title that she inherited from last season. Kuhn continues her stay in Omaha after winning the first-ever Pro Volleyball Federation Championship...
Man takes Omaha Housing Authority to court over father’s living conditions
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - The Omaha Housing Authority is facing another legal battle. In May, 6 News spoke with Hasani Lee, who shared a list of code violations he says his father was living with in his apartment at Underwood Tower — an OHA property — including bed bugs, mice, and lack of properly functioning heating and air conditioning.
Nebraska Game and Parks says substantial fish kill impacts all species in lake at Big Indian Recreation Area
WYMORE, Neb. — Nebraska Game and Parks said a substantial fish kill is affecting all species in the lake at Big Indian Recreation Area. The 77-acre lake is located in Gage County just south of Wymore. Biologists found oxygen levels were extremely low, and that's the cause of the...
Nebraska shooting that wounded 7 immigrants may be racially motivated, police say
(Reuters) - A shooting on Friday in Crete, Nebraska, that wounded seven Guatemalan immigrants, including four children, may have been racially motivated, police said, adding that the suspect later killed himself.
Opioid settlement to fund detox expansion into abandoned Grand Island nursing home
GRAND ISLAND, Neb. — A vacant nursing home gets new life in Grand Island, providing a second chance for those who need detox as they battle opioid addiction. When Chase Francl became CEO at Mid-Plains Center, he saw a need to expand detox services. “Our capacities really limited. There...
Grand Island updates parking for fireworks display
Grand Island, Neb. — If you and your family plan to watch the fireworks in Grand Island this week, the Grand Island Community Fireworks Display committee has updated information to help you prepare. Fonner Park will have their parking lot available, plus an addition of parking in the field...
Southeast Nebraska Faces Dangerous Flooding on I-80 After Night of Intense Rain
Omaha, NE – Southeast Nebraska is grappling with dangerous flooding, particularly along Interstate 80, following a night of intense rain. The National Weather Service (NWS) reported that heavy rainfall has rendered several roads impassable. According to the NWS Omaha/Valley, flash flood warnings remain in effect for both the Omaha...
Residents say Peru is not protected by levee
PERU – About a thousand acres are underwater near Peru, Neb., after a rising Missouri River found its way onto lowland despite the R 562 agriculture levee. AJ Regier of Oklahoma is visiting friends in Peru and walked along the now flooded Steamboat Trace Trail and Dock Road. Regier:...
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