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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.
Omaha native Alec Bohm named to MLB All-Star game for first time
NEW YORK — Omaha Roncalli grad and Philadelphia Phillies third baseman Alec Bohm was named to his first career MLB All-Star game. Bohm has a .297 batting average, .349 OBP and .484 slugging percentage so far this season. Shohei Ohtani became the first player elected to start at designated...
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!
Brewster church celebrates 125 years
On Sunday, June 30, the Brewster United Church of Christ celebrated 125 years of faith and fellowship in the Sandhills with a special service, followed by a carry-in dinner, with 73 attending. The church was organized March 11, 1899 by 34 charter members as the G. H. Brewster Memorial Congregational...
‘Different level of excitement’: Geneva native ready for Paris Olympics
GENEVA, Neb. (KSNB) - Maggie Malone Hardin is representing what she refers to as “small town Nebraska” on the biggest stage in all of sports yet again. Malone Hardin is a qualifier for the 2024 Paris Olympics in women’s javelin, making it the third time she has become an Olympian.
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.
Ponca Tribe, Neligh community unite to celebrate rich heritage
NELIGH, Neb. — The relationship between the Ponca Tribe and Neligh spans back hundreds of years, and the Antelope County Museum celebrated their heritage with tribe members dancing at a ceremony. “They are part of our heritage and they’re back in our history, and I thought, ‘We’re going to...
New officers assume command of Salvation Army of Hastings
HASTINGS, Neb. -- Two new leaders are taking over the top posts at the Salvation Army of Hastings. According to a news release, Captains Joseph and Rachel Irvine started their new assignment in Hastings on June 25. They replace Majors Dale and Sera Brandenburg, who retired earlier this summer. The...
Jordan competes in Nebraska Throws Festival
LINCOLN, NEB. – Meeka Jordan traveled to Lincoln Nebraska to compete in the Annual USATF Nebraska Throws Festival on Saturday, June 29, 2024, at University of Nebraska Track & Field Facility.The weather for the meet was a very pleasant 84 degrees during the meet with a nice cooling breeze out ...
Kimball council reverses decision to add stop signs at 7th and High School Street
KIMBALL -- The City Council reversed their decision to install stop signs at the intersection of 7th St. and High School St. The council originally approved the installation of the stop signs in the June 18 meeting:. On July 2, Parks and Streets Super Jim Shoup explained to the council...
One ex-Commodore should be on the Nebraska Cornhuskers' radar
As the Nebraska Cornhuskers baseball team prepares for a crucial 2025 season, the possibility of a game-changing player coming on board is a tantalizing prospect. The key to this potential coup lies in the hands of head coach Will Bolt. It’s a rare and exciting opportunity for the Huskers to...
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