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Heart postpones Lincoln show after Ann Wilson’s cancer diagnosis
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — Rock band Heart postponed the rest of their Royal Flush Tour on Tuesday, including their Lincoln show. Lead singer Ann Wilson said she had a cancerous growth removed and is now undergoing chemotherapy. “And so my doctors are instructing me to take the rest of...
10 Pinz Fun Center reflects on one year of new ownership
BEATRICE, NEB. - It’s been one whole year, since a southeast Nebraska bowling alley was brought back to life. 10 Pinz Fun Center in Beatrice is in full gear, 365 days later. “There’s really nothing to do out east of town for the people… That’s why we want to keep this up.”
June's Mid-America Business Conditions Index edges above growth-neutral
For only the third time in 2024, the Creighton University Mid-America Business Conditions Index climbed above the growth-neutral threshold. The Business Conditions Index, which ranges between 0 and 100 with 50 representing growth neutral, rose to 51.3 for June from 48.2 in May. Creighton economist Dr. Ernie Goss said it...
Vacant car dealership lot in Hyannis may have new life. Here's the plan
A 50-unit condominium project planned at a former car dealership on Stevens Street in Hyannis is intended to help Cape Codders put down roots with homeownership and revitalize a corner of downtown. “This ownership development will serve the Cape Cod workforce of teachers, public safety workers, nurses and those in the service industry," Alisa Magnotta, CEO of Housing Assistance Corporation said in a statement. ...
Convict going to prison for 2023 Kearney assaults
KEARNEY, Neb. (KSNB) - A judge sentenced a man to prison Tuesday for 11 crimes related to assaults in 2023. Brian Reeves, 40, was convicted in May for 11 crimes, including attempted used of a deadly weapon, 3rd degree domestic assault, strangulation, two counts of terroristic threats, two counts of false imprisonment, two counts of violating a protection order, one count of witness tampering and one count of misdemeanor third degree assault.
Tornado touches down at Rokeby Road near SW Lincoln
The tornado that touched down in SW Lincoln Monday, July 1, 2024 has been determined to be an EF-1. This tornado touched down along SW 27th street just south of West Rokeby Road and quickly produced EF1 damage as it moved northeast. Extensive tree damage was noted to several acreages...
Hastings College’s prolific bowling coach to retire
HASTINGS, Neb. — The coach who started the Hastings College bowling program and built it into a national powerhouse is moving on. The college announced Tuesday that Ron Hergott is retiring. Hergott achieved great levels of success leading the program, including having the only women’s back-to-back individual national champion in NAIA history and guiding the 2020 men’s team to a top three finish.
Corn Flakes: Two Professional Volleyball Leagues in Omaha
Last winter it was fun to watch the Omaha Supernovas make their debut and I was happy to see that they had a good following. The addition of several former Huskers has got to help with that as well. Former Husker volleyball standout Briana Holman is the newest member of...
One cited in two-vehicle crash at busy Hastings intersection
HASTINGS, Neb. (KSNB) - Two people received medical attention after a crash Tuesday near Hastings High School. According to Hastings Police, it happened at 12:40 p.m. at the intersection of 16th Street and Burlington Avenue, where a minivan and car collided. HPD Captain Jason Haase said a 50-year-old Hastings resident...
Beatrice officials preparing to make use of RAISE grant
BEATRICE – Now that the City of Beatrice has been named recipient of a $21.3 million federal RAISE grant, the work really begins. The grant is part of the bipartisan Infrastructure bill passed by Congress and signed by President Biden. Nebraska Congressional members who voted in favor of that bill include House member Don Bacon and Senator Deb Fischer.
Steven Sipple: Matt Rhule praises Nebraska rookie QB Dylan Raiola’s “unique feel for the game”; and Trev’s words could haunt him
Things I know, and things I think I know: If you’re a Nebraska football fan, you don’t have to worry about Dylan Raiola’s rookie status being a hindrance this coming season, or his level of maturity being too low for such a grand stage. He can handle the job and all it entails at NU. […] The post Steven Sipple: Matt Rhule praises Nebraska rookie QB Dylan Raiola’s “unique feel for the game”; and Trev’s words could haunt him appeared first on On3.
NWS Hastings surveying possible tornado damage in Beaver City-Holdrege-Axtell areas
HASTINGS — The National Weather Service – Hastings is sending out teams to survey possible tornado damage in the Beaver City, Holdrege and Axtell areas after severe thunderstorms swept through the area during the evening of Monday, July 1. A Slight Risk for severe weather had been issued...
NSP encourages safe travel this Independence Day weekend
LINCOLN, NEB. — Independence Day calls for more than fireworks and freedom. With many people travelling to celebrate the holiday with friends and family, Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol will be working hard to keep Nebraska roadways safe and help motorists in need of an assist. “Our Nebraska...
Nebraska Casinos eying growth as sports betting brings in more than $2.6 million
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - A year has passed since the first legal sports bet in Nebraska, and casinos in the state have brought in more than $2.6 million. The first bets were placed last June at the WarHorse Casino in Lincoln, and officials say the industry has expanded as more and more people take interest.
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