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Gibbon family loses everything after house fire
GIBBON, Neb. (KSNB) - A Gibbon family is without a home after a fire on Tuesday night completely destroyed it, due to a suspected lightning strike. The Leisinger family was not home at the time of the fire, and Levi Leisinger said where it appears the lightning struck, is the wall where the only exit in the house is.
Why mosquitoes are more attracted to some people than others: expert explains
KEARNEY,NEB. — Mosquitoes aren’t equal opportunity biters and that means not everyone faces the same risk of getting sick. Jeremy Eschliman, Health Director with Two Rivers Public Health Department spoke to NTV on Thursday to share the science behind them. He said mosquitoes have a very keen sense...
Juveniles cited for stealing golf cart
Kearney, Neb. — Juveniles were cited after Kearney Police said they stole a golf cart from a local golf course over the weekend. Lt. Derek Luke said three juveniles stole a golf cart from Meadowlark Hills Golf Course, 3300 30th Ave., over the weekend. He added it was recovered by KPD on Monday.
Huskers Omar Brown, Kearney H.S. grad Isaiah Stalbird drafted to UFL
Lincoln, NEB — Former Husker safety, Omar Brown, and Kearney High School graduate, Isaiah Stalbird both heard their names called in this week's UFL draft. Brown was selected in the 10th round by the D.C. Defenders and Stalbird by the Michigan Panthers, also in the 10th round. Brown was signed as an undrafted free agent by the Denver Broncos which includes an invite to training camp and opportunity to crack the team's 53-man roster or practice squad. The former Bearcat, Stalbird- who played collegiately at South Dakota State- was also signed as an UDFA by the New Orleans Saints after this year's NFL draft. Both players will report to their respective NFL team's training camps, however, could opt to play for their UFL teams in the Spring of 2025.
Ask an Antelope: Brian Peterson brings outdoor experience to UNK biology program
Every fall and winter, Brian Peterson is in the woods hunting deer or mentoring new hunters. Peterson and his family harvest numerous deer each year, allowing them to give venison to others who enjoy it. The coordinator of UNK’s online master’s program in biology also opens his garage to students who need a place to clean their deer.
Temperatures possibly outperforming predicted highs as a cold front approaches bringing storms this weekend
HASTINGS, Neb. (KSNB) - On Wednesday we saw out temperatures over perform what we expected for our highs of the day, and we could see that happen again today. This could happen mainly if we have more sunshine than expected. The day should be filled with chances for that to happen, as we’ll see partly cloudy skies across the region.
Loper earns second-team Academic All-American honors
Kearney, Neb. – Redshirt sophomore heavyweight Crew Howard has earned second-team Academic All-American honors as selected by the College Sports Communicators (CSC). The NCAA Division I, II, III and NAIA At-Large Academic All-American teams were released today. The “At-Large” category includes a variety of sports including wrestling, lacrosse, men’s volleyball, skiing, and water polo.
Kearney High alum selected in United Football League College Draft
KEARNEY, Neb. (KSNB) - The United Football League College Draft happened on Wednesday, with the rights of 80 collegiate players being distributed across the league’s eight teams. Each franchise was permitted to select 10 players. With their 10th pick, the Michigan Panthers drafted Isaiah Stalbird, a Kearney High alum...
Foundation looking to low suicide rates in Nebraska
HASTINGS, Neb. (KSNB) - Sometimes people who battle with mental health suffer in silence. A lunch and learn hosted by American Foundation for Suicide Prevention at Hastings Area Chamber of Commerce shed light on how to support and be an advocate for mental health and suicide prevention. The Nebraska chapter of American Foundation for Suicide Prevention explained what they do to help reduce suicide rates. Grace Manley of AFSP said suicide is the 11th leading cause death Nebraska and second for those between the age of 10 to 34.
Governor Pillen reviews nominees for 10th Judicial District Court judge position
LINCOLN, Neb. — Two candidates have received nominations for the post of District Court Judge for the 10th Judicial District. According to the office of Governor Jim Pillen, the Judicial Nominating Commission for the 10th Judicial District has forwarded two nominees for District Court Judge to the governor for consideration.
Former Nebraska senator who vacated his seat to serve as president of University of Florida system announces resignation
OMAHA, Neb. — Former Nebraska Sen. Ben Sasse announced his resignation as thepresident of the University of Florida System because of his wife's epilepsy diagnosis. Sasse notably vacated his Senate seat in 2023 after being chosen as the University of Florida President. His seat was filled by Pete Ricketts.
Gov. Pillen releases ‘Nebraska’s plan’ for property tax relief with few new concrete details
LINCOLN — Gov. Jim Pillen said his official property tax relief plan released Thursday would, “without a shadow of a doubt,” receive more than enough bipartisan support during a legislative special session. “It’s a crisis that has been accelerating at warp speed, and it’s time to fix it,” Pillen told reporters. But getting to that magic […] The post Gov. Pillen releases ‘Nebraska’s plan’ for property tax relief with few new concrete details appeared first on Nebraska Examiner.
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