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Judge considers request for $50k to study mental health of Nikko Jenkins
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Attorneys for Nikko Jenkins on Tuesday called the hearing “well conducted and very fair.” They walked away with a decision in their favor, too, though not for what they were originally what they were there for. Nikko Jenkins is the man who in 2013...
Rain postpones United Way of Kearney’s fireworks show until Thursday night
KEARNEY, Neb. — One of Kearney’s premier fireworks shows will happen on Thursday night after a rain postponement. Heavy rain forced the United Way of the Kearney Area to end its Freedom Fest early on Wednesday night. In a Facebook video, executive director Savannah Lyon said the Axtell Fire Department will start the fireworks show at 10:00 p.m. on Thursday at the Viaero Center. There won’t be any vendors on site and, as of Thursday morning, the group didn’t have a plan for if it would charge for parking or not.
Chadron Takes Care Of Alliance
The Chadron Platte Valley Bank American Legion Post 12 juniors and seniors hosted Alliance Wednesday night and took care of business with the juniors winning 10-2 and the seniors winning 7-6. In the juniors game, Chadron was able to bounce back after being run ruled the night before to get...
'Happy birthday': Omaha celebrates 150th birthday in 2004 with ginormous cake and KETV's Rob McCartney
OMAHA, Neb. — Omaha celebrated its 150th birthday in 2004 with a giant 1,350 sq. ft. cake and thousands lining up to grab a slice, including KETV's own Rob McCartney. The celebration started off like any other birthday party with singing "Happy Birthday," and while McCartney emceed the event, Mayor Mike Fahey and Omaha 150 chair Bruce Lawrenson took the honors of cutting the ginormous cake.
Regional West Names Cole Foundation Director
SCOTTSBLUFF, Neb., ? Regional West Health Services is pleased to announce that Danielle Cole of Scottsbluff has accepted the Regional West Foundation Director position. She previously worked at the Educational Service Unit 13 as the Director of Title IC Migrant Education, focusing on securing federal grants, strategic planning, and ensuring compliance with state and federal policies and regulations.
82-year-old man dies after apparent drowning in Plattsmouth
PLATTSMOUTH, Neb. — An 82-year-old man died after an apparent drowning in Plattsmouth. Deputies responded to Beaver Lake around 9:14 a.m. Wednesday after a call of CPR in progress for a possible drowning. Lifesaving measures were attempted, and Richard Pflugfelder was taken to Bellevue Medical Center, where he was...
Kimball PD welcoming second K9
KIMBALL -- The City Council unanimously approved the purchase of a second K9 for the Kimball Police Department. Trudy is a one-year-old Belgian Malinois who is being trained as a dual-purpose K9 who can detect narcotics and apprehend a suspect. Trudy is currently training with Kimball's other K9 dog, Lucy.
Beatrice Scooter's reopens after remodel, holds community event
BEATRICE, NEB. - After weeks of closure, the Beatrice Scooter's has reopened its doors. The coffee shop located at Sixth and Industrial Road temporarily closed for remodeling. Owner Katie Noell says they gutted out the barista station and added new stainless steel countertops that we're over eight years old. "They...
Pet of the Week: Bruiser
Meet Bruiser - our Kearney Area Animal Shelter Pet of the Week. He's an adorable dog looking for an active family who can give him lots of love and attention. Hi guys, my name is Bruiser! I am a spunky little guy here at KAAS looking for my new home! I would make the perfect addition to just about any home because I am such a lover! I am 7 years old, but I have a lot of adventures and zoomies left in me! If you are interested in me, please stop into KAAS to meet me!
Kramer Fireworks celebrates 10 year anniversary
NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) - With the Fourth of July holiday on Thursday, many are stocking up on fireworks to celebrate, and firework sales have increased across North Platte. Kramer Fireworks has been selling fireworks for ten years and has become one of the largest fireworks stores in the area. To celebrate, the store is doing a bingo card to not only shop at their store but also other fireworks stores across North Platte and to partake in social media challenges. The winner will receive a special fireworks bundle from Kramer Fireworks. The store itself has come a long way from where it started back in 2014, according to owner Mitzi Kramer.
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